Crompton House - Crompton House is a warm and friendly Victorian guest house located midway between the busy villages of Windermere and Bowness. The guest house is a clean, comfortable and reasonably priced bed and breakfast, with an excellent location in the English Lake District National Park, Windermere. The 7 guest rooms are non-smoking and each has an en suite bathroom. There is one four-poster room, one family room and 5 double rooms. A grilled full English breakfast is served in the dining room, as is a good choice of cereals, fruit and juice from the buffet table. Within easy walking distance there is a host of restaurants catering for all tastes and prices. There is also a cinema, nightclubs, pubs and shops. You can catch a steamer from the pier at Bowness for a memorable trip on the lake. This is a 3-star rated guest house.

The Derby Arms - Perfectly situated in the Lake District National Park, The Derby Arms is a traditional country pub offering comfortable rooms, providing an ideal base from which to explore the South Lakes. All individually designed rooms have en suite facilities and a plasma-screen TV. Some rooms boast a luxurious and elegant roll top bath and some have attractive views. An inclusive continental breakfast is provided. The Derby Arms serves good food and drink in a welcoming environment, with cosy log fires and period furniture. There is an on-site village shop, along with a games room with pool table and dart board. Free parking and free Wi-Fi internet access are available to guests.

Nagoya Country House - Set in an elevated position, in a peaceful area of Bowness, yet only minutes away from the town centre, this beautiful modern house boasts spectacular views over Lake Windermere. The house is just a stone's throw away from the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District and some of the world's best historical and scenic walks. The convenient location also means you can enjoy a range of water sports on the lake. Also nearby are many places of interest, including the wonderful World of Beatrix Potter. With a friendly, relaxed and informal atmosphere, the Nagoya prides itself on the quality of its service. The owner, Jennifer Bailey, maintains her accommodation to the highest standards, ensuring that your stay is relaxing and memorable. Please note that the Nagoya operates a 2-night minimum stay policy at weekends and a 3-night minimum stay policy during public holidays.

Rothay Garth - The Rothay Garth is a traditional Lakeland guest house with beautiful gardens and superb mountain views in the heart of Ambleside village. The guest house has easy access to Lake Windermere and Ambleside, and there are plenty of Lake District walks very close by. It has a large private car park, well-appointed rooms, a comfortable lounge, a breakfast room and a conservatory. Rothay Garth offers you understated elegance and warm, friendly service from the Dixon family.

Lingmoor Guest Accommodation - This charming traditional Lakeland house offers comfortable accommodation in a great location, in the centre of the village of Windermere, in the heart of the beautiful Lake District. The superb location makes Lingmoor Guest Accommodation a great base from which to explore the stunning natural beauty and breathtaking scenery of the Lake District, which so inspired Wordsworth, Wainwright and Beatrix Potter. Windermere's train and coach station is just a 3-minute walk away and all of the town's pubs and restaurants are within easy walking distance. This family-run house was built in 1854, by and for the local railway, which arrived in Windermere at that time. Today, the house still retains its beautiful original exterior, its slate roof and several other lovely period features. There are 5 comfortable, modern en suite rooms with showers, each of which is well-equipped with a colour television and tea/coffee making facilities.

Mariner's Inn - Situated in the heart of Bowness, this cosy and traditional Lakeland inn is just 200 yards from Lake Windermere, England's largest lake. All rooms are en-suite with flat-screen TVs and DVD players. There is also an extensive DVD library for guests to use. All rooms have hairdryers and alarm clock radios, and laptops can be used in all rooms and public areas as the inn is Wi-Fi enabled. After a day shopping, sightseeing or walking why not relax in the welcoming traditional bar serving a range of Jennings award-winning, cask conditioned ales, brewed in the Lake District. The inn has been awarded the coveted 'Cask Mark' accreditation in recognition for the way they look after their beers. The Mariner's Inn is the only pub in Bowness to have been awarded this accreditation.

Station Inn - Previously a farmhouse and a coaching inn, this inn has a beautiful rural setting with attractive views, as well as a large beer garden and an outdoor adventure playground. Complete with ample car parking and disabled toilets, the inn features 4 cask-conditioned ales and an extensive list of beers and lagers. The extensive restaurant menu is complemented by a daily specials board with an emphasis on local, fresh produce. There are 5 en suite bedrooms, with tea and coffee facilities, a TV, and a shower and bath.

Lakes Lodge - In Ambleside, in the heart of the Lake District, this family-run guest house offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and almost 50 restaurants and cafes within a 5-minute walk. Unlike many smaller guest houses, Lakes Lodge is licensed and offers wine and beer room service throughout the day. Ice and ice buckets are provided for you to help yourself to. All rooms are furnished to a very high standard with contemporary comforts and facilities including DVD players. A range of DVDs are available from reception for a small charge. The coffee machine is on throughout the day, allowing you to help yourself. A new and exciting concept in Lake District accommodation, Lakes Lodge is just 200 metres from the shops, cafes and restaurants in the heart of Ambleside. Lake Windermere is just 0.5 miles (0.8 km) away and all of the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District is within easy reach. Free parking is available for guests.

1 Park Road - 1 Park Road is a tranquil, modern and luxury guest house. It is located a 2-minute walk from Windermere town centre and a 10-minute walk from Bowness and the train station. Luxury rooms are spacious and contemporary in design with Moroccan drapes, modern soft-furnishings, views of the distant hills, sofas and king-size beds. Rooms have CD and DVD players, fresh coffee and iPod docking stations. French, Italian and Welsh are spoken at 1 Park Road. 4 star silver guest house accomodation (Visit Britain)

Ivy House Hotel - In the pretty village of Hawkshead, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the English Lake District, this beautifully preserved Georgian house is rich in traditional charm and original character. In the heart of the village, the Ivy House is an impressive, Grade II listed Georgian building offering comfortable accommodation, great food and a good selection of wines. A log fire burns in the lounge on most evenings and free private parking is available for guests. There are 6 luxurious rooms in the main house, including 4 rooms with four-poster beds. All of the en suite rooms are attractively furnished, centrally heated and equipped with TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant offers traditional regional specialities, made to order using fresh, local seasonal produce. There is outside seating. The Ivy House is family run and the owners take great pride in offering a warm welcome, comfortable surroundings and a friendly, informal and relaxing atmosphere.