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30 of Cumbria's Best New Cottages To Explore

Discover our latest hand-picked cottages with hot tubs, perfect for your next unforgettable getaway

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Lets Go! We Just Added 30 Superb Cumbria Cottages

Rating4.6

Bownessy’s Retreat

Sleeps 2
1 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Ground floor apartment Bowness centre
  • Lake Windermere minutes walk away
  • Refurbished November 2022 high standard
  • On-site parking one car included
  • Open plan living sleeps two guests
Rating4.4

Spout Crag Boathouse

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Direct Lake Windermere access with mooring
  • Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms
  • Large balcony with fell views
  • Private boat storage underneath
  • Parking for 3 cars included
Rating4.5

Howe Cottage

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 17th-century cottage sleeping six guests
  • Lake Windermere views from top floor
  • 100 yards from Bowness shops and pubs
  • Two dogs stay completely free
  • Multi-fuel burner and two living rooms
Rating4.6

Belle View

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Recently refurbished to high standard
  • Top floor balcony with views
  • Five minutes to Lake Windermere
  • Central Bowness location, 200 yards shops
  • On-site parking for two cars
Rating4.2

Rustic Cottage in Bowness-on-Windermere

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Walking distance to Lake Windermere
  • Woodburner with initial logs included
  • Enclosed garden perfect for dogs
  • Village shops just 200 yards
  • Sleeps four across two bedrooms
Rating4.9

High Mere

Sleeps 2
1 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning fell views from apartment
  • Victorian residence with contemporary style
  • Two bathrooms including ensuite shower
  • Walk to Windermere in 10 minutes
  • Country walks from your doorstep
Rating4.4

Strawberries and Cream

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Lake and fell views included
  • Central Bowness-on-Windermere location
  • Parking for two cars
  • Walk to ferry landing stage
  • PlayStation 2 and entertainment provided
Rating4.6

Waingap

Sleeps 7
Pets 3
4 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Sleeps 7 in 4 bedrooms
  • 3 dogs welcome with space
  • Panoramic Morecambe Bay views
  • Direct Dales Way walking access
  • 6 miles from Kendal town
Rating4.1

West View

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 50 metres from Bowness high street
  • Five-minute walk to Lake Windermere
  • Balcony with Claife Heights views
  • On-site parking included
  • Sleeps four across two bedrooms
Rating5

Smithy Cottage At Lindeth

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 17th century cottage near Windermere
  • Sleeps 4 with two bedrooms
  • Wood burning stove and fire
  • Private parking for two cars
  • Peaceful countryside with wildlife views
Rating5

Lexington House

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Three en-suite bedrooms throughout
  • Private parking for four cars
  • Walking distance to Bowness village
  • Log burner and fire pit
  • Less than 500m from lake

Whitbarrow

Sleeps 2
1 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Boutique pod completed in 2023
  • Kingsize bed with Smart TV
  • Private terrace with woodland views
  • Walk-in shower and bathrobes provided
  • Ten minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere
Rating4.2

Club Cottage

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Central Bowness location near lake
  • Three bathrooms with heated towel rails
  • Modern refurbished apartment from 2018
  • Sky TV and open plan living
  • Walking distance to shops and restaurants
Rating4.8

Newstead

Sleeps 12
6 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Six en-suite bedrooms with TVs
  • Victorian villa dating from 1897
  • Sleeps 12 for family gatherings
  • Walk to Windermere in 5 minutes
  • Parking for three cars included
Rating5

Orrest Head House

Sleeps 12
Pets 4
5 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Sleeps 12 in 5 en-suite bedrooms
  • Historic 1672 Grade II listed house
  • Private bar and dining for 16
  • Direct access to Orrest Head walk
  • Parking for 10 cars included

Fernwhisper Cottage

Sleeps 18
18 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Grade II listed 1834 manor house
  • Sleeps 18 across 18 bedrooms
  • Lake Windermere edge location with views
  • Grand dining room and cocktail lounge
  • Perfect for events and celebrations

Bale House

Sleeps 10
Pets 4
5 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Heated indoor pool and hot tub
  • Five ensuite bedrooms sleep 10
  • Professional in-house catering service
  • Panoramic views across Lake Windermere
  • Central Bowness location near attractions
Rating4

The Bothy Lake District

Sleeps 2
Pets 1
1 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Romantic cottage sleeping two guests
  • Direct access to fell walking routes
  • Luxury bathroom with freestanding bath
  • Dog-friendly with secure patio area
  • Peaceful hamlet near Windermere

The Cottage Bellman House

Sleeps 3
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Walks directly from the door
  • Wood burner with starter pack
  • Lake Windermere one mile away
  • Working farm with lambs nearby
  • King-size bedroom plus single room
Rating4

Quarry Brow

Sleeps 5
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Parking for two cars included
  • Walk to Lake Windermere easily
  • Sleeps five across three bedrooms
  • Private balcony with tree views
  • Modern kitchen with dishwasher included
Rating5

Lower Thornbarrow

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Two en-suite bedrooms with king beds
  • Private garden with patio and BBQ
  • Walk to Windermere and Bowness shops
  • Ground floor apartment sleeping four guests
  • Welcomes two dogs in Lake District
Rating5

Nutwood Cottage

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Enclosed garden with parking space
  • Open fire with logs included
  • Walking distance to train station
  • Two bedrooms with Smart TVs
  • Dog friendly with secure garden
Rating4

The Lodge Matson Ground

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Wood burner with slate hearth
  • Country estate above Lake Windermere
  • Sleeps 4 in two bedrooms
  • Travel cot and highchair provided
  • One mile from Windermere town
Rating4

East Cleabarrow

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Historic property with period furniture
  • Sleeps six across three bedrooms
  • Woodland garden with orchard
  • Parking for four to five cars
  • Under two miles from Lake Windermere
Rating4

The Bolthole Windermere

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Pool table games room upstairs
  • Three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
  • Central Windermere village location
  • One mile from Lake Windermere
  • Welcomes two dogs at extra cost
Rating4

Lazy Bay Cottage

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Central Windermere location near shops
  • Wood burner and period features
  • Luxurious bathroom with claw-foot bath
  • Parking permit included opposite cottage
  • Excellent public transport links available
Rating4

The Hayloft Windermere

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 17th-century barn conversion sleeping six
  • Wood burner and exposed beams throughout
  • Three en-suite and private bathrooms
  • Countryside walks from the doorstep
  • One mile from Bowness-on-Windermere
Rating4

Birkett House

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Restored period cottage near Windermere
  • Three bedrooms sleeping six guests
  • Two lounges with open fire
  • Enclosed garden with mountain views
  • Walking routes from the doorstep
Rating4

Fold Head House

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Grade II listed cottage near lake
  • Wood burner and contemporary interiors
  • Parking for two cars included
  • Enclosed garden perfect for dogs
  • Walking distance to Bowness amenities
Rating4

Yew Trees Windermere

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Half mile from Windermere town
  • Mountain views from lounge
  • Spacious two bedroom bungalow
  • Open fire and piano
  • Walks from the front door
Lake District Business Park, Mint Bridge Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7RG