Just a short distance from hiking and biking trails, this smoke-free cottage lets you experience it all. Lake Windermere is within an easy 13-minute walk and Ambleside Pier is also a quick 14-minute walk away, so leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking.

Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher, as well as cookware. Enjoy the free WiFi and DVD player. And because there's a washing machine, you can go a bit lighter on your packing. Other amenities at this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental include bed sheets, heating, and wardrobe or closet.