Hawkshead

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Hawkshead the Lake District Cumbria in summer with blue sky church and red roses in colourful HDR panoramic
Hawkshead Lake District National Park uk panorama
Tarn Hows near Hawkshead, Lake District National Park, Cumbria
St. Michael and All Angels Church in the lovely Lakes village of Hawkshead.
Hawkshead lies between Lake Windermere and Lake Coniston. It is the quintessential Lake District village with traditional pubs and whitewashed buildings and has connections to Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Walk from here around Esthwaite Water, to Tarn Hows or through beautiful woodland.

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Red Lion Inn

Red Lion Inn

4 out of 5
Main St Ambleside England
The price is AED 437 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
AED 437
AED 525 total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ambleside. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Beatrix Potter Gallery are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (39 reviews)
Room was average for the price paid but overall looked tired. Very old pub and traditional rooms but that’s no reason to ignore mould and damage to the bathroom and paint flaking off the walls. Light fitting was hanging off by exposed wires. In the evenings the pub downstairs is busy with a lot of ...

Reviewed on 26 February 2026

Red Lion Inn
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
Lower House Fairfield Ambleside England
Stay at this cottage in Ambleside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Grizedale Forest are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Fantastic accommodation & location
Amazing, the photos do not do it justice, lovely cosy cottage a home from home and fully equipped. Great location, short walk to village incl pubs and chippy, also access to walks (which pass through livestick fields so dogs on leads). Grizedale forest was a short drive away with really good (long ...

Reviewed on 15 September 2024

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1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi
Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is AED 618 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
AED 618
AED 741 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,246 reviews)
There wasn’t a plug socket on one side of the bed and the design of the basin tap is not great.

Reviewed on 13 March 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
Lower House Fairfield Ambleside England
Stay at this cottage in Ambleside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Grizedale Forest are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Fantastic accommodation & location
Amazing, the photos do not do it justice, lovely cosy cottage a home from home and fully equipped. Great location, short walk to village incl pubs and chippy, also access to walks (which pass through livestick fields so dogs on leads). Grizedale forest was a short drive away with really good (long ...

Reviewed on 15 September 2024

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi
Pine Lake Resort

Pine Lake Resort

4 out of 5
Dock Acres Carnforth England
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Carnforth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,455 reviews)
Lovely 2 bed lodge, clean with everything you need for a few nights away. Will definitely return with family

Reviewed on 14 March 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on 21 January 2026

Kotel Windermere
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Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water

You can learn about the history of Grasmere with a trip to Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
Ambleside showing a lake or waterhole and boating

Ambleside Pier

Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ambleside Pier
Rydal Mount showing a house and interior views

Rydal Mount

Find out about the history of Rydal with a stop at Rydal Mount. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Rydal Mount
Dove Cottage which includes a garden, a house and heritage elements

Dove Cottage

Find out about the history of Grasmere when you take a trip to Dove Cottage. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Dove Cottage
Across the lake to Heron Pike.

Rydal Water

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Lakes.

Rydal Water
Church of St Mary which includes night scenes and a church or cathedral

Church of St Mary

After visiting Church of St Mary, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hawkshead. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Church of St Mary