House Prices in Windermere
£350,000
Average
£550,000
Detached
£360,000
Semi-Detached
£280,000
Terraced
£210,000
Flat
Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.
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About Windermere
Windermere is the tourist capital of the Lake District. Property commands significant premiums due to the National Park setting and limited development. Holiday lets and second homes reduce available housing for residents.
Lifestyle & Things to Do
Windermere and Bowness sit on England's largest lake in the heart of the Lake District National Park. The lake offers sailing, kayaking, and steamer cruises. The World of Beatrix Potter and Hill Top are nearby. The town has excellent restaurants and the Theatre by the Lake at Keswick is accessible.
Transport & Commuting
Windermere station is the terminus of the Lakes Line from Oxenholme, connecting to the West Coast Main Line. The A591 is the main road to the M6 (30 minutes).
Train to London
195m to London Euston (via Oxenholme)
Nearest Motorway
M6 (via A591)
Schools & Education
Top Schools
- The Lakes School
- Windermere School
- Goodly Dale Primary
Healthcare
Best Areas to Live in Windermere
Bowness
Ambleside
Windermere Town
Property Buying Tips for Windermere
Bowness has the lakeside location. Windermere town is slightly more affordable. Ambleside to the north is equally desirable. Staveley offers a more affordable base. Troutbeck has exclusive fell-side properties.
Local Authority
Council
Westmorland and Furness Council
Council Tax
£1,810 (Band D)
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Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright 2026. Licensed under OGL v3.0. Price data is indicative and based on recent transactions.