Derwentwater is known for its wonderful scenery, as its surrounded by Fells (hills) and with a lot of the Derwentwater slopes being wooded.

A regular passenger launch operates on the lake, taking passengers between various landing stages. There are seven lakeside marinas, the most popular stops being: Keswick, Portinscale and the Lodore Falls, from which boats may be hired.

Find a great selection of cottages and apartments in Derwentwater below.

Croft Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Croft Cottage is a detached property, set in its own gardens in the tiny hamlet of Little Town. The hamlet only has 8 houses including a working hill farm and the cottage itself is an excellent barn conversion, dating back several hundred years. Its ... more

The Barn, Borrowdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This converted barn, set in the midst of breathtaking scenery, offers wireless internet access under vaulted oak beams in well equipped comfort. The location offers fantastic access to the Lakeland fells, situated, as it is, deep in the beautiful Bor... more

1 Windsor House, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Furbished by an interior designer, using excellent quality furnishings throughout, 1 Windsor House is superbly located for couples seeking a central base with private parking and outside eating area. This ground floor apartment is tucked away just o... more

Uncles Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Uncles Cottage is an ideal base for guests arriving on public transport, it is situated 200 yards from the bus stop in Keswick town centre. Shops, pubs and restaurants are literally on the doorstep and there are dozens of lovely walks directly from t... more

Greta Side Court Apartments no 4, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Greta Side Court Apartments have been converted from the original Pencil Mill into 1 and 2 bedroomed apartments on three floors, offering attractive accommodation on the banks of the River Greta with views over Fitz Park to Skiddaw. No 4 is a first f... more

Siskin, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Siskin is a 4 bedroom town house situated just off the town centre, with all amenities within 400 yards. The house was fully renovated and refurbished by the owners in 2008 and is ideal for 2 families sharing or extended families. The private parki... more