[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34050000/34047000/34046989/0b824d85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34050000/34047000/34046989/9f496a6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34050000/34047000/34046989/d89e61fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34050000/34047000/34046989/d5668728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34050000/34047000/34046989/064d447c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Situated near the Lake District National Park, Walkers Boat House offers a serene retreat with an open plan lounge featuring large settees and WiFi. Take in the views of Lake Windermere from your private balcony or explore nearby Bowness for shops and restaurants. With a fully fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, including two en-suite options, this property provides comfort and convenience. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness This newly renovated Boat House named Walkers has a large open plan lounge which has 2 very large settees, large TV with free view and WiFi. The dining area can seat up to 6 people. The kitchen is fully fitted with Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Microwave. Oven and Hob. Patio doors lead from the lounge on to a large walk on Balcony giving you wonderful views of Lake Windermere and the mountains. There are 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 1 has king-size bed bedside cabinets with large fitted wardrobes and plenty of drawer space leading to en-suite shower, basin and toilet and underfloor heating. Bedroom 2 has king-size bed with bedside cabinets, wardrobe and drawers. Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds, bedside cabinets fully fitted wardrobe and drawers. Family bathroom with bath, over head shower, toilet and basin, with underfloor heating. There is a room for hanging coats and storing shoes and boots. Walkers Boat House has private parking for 2 vehicles. Lake Windermere is the largest lake in England and is in the Lake Districts National Park. A beautiful place with stunning scenery very popular for water sports and plenty of walks available to everyone of all ability. There are also some exceptionally well known restaurants in the surrounding area. This property is in walking distance to Bowness where you will find a large choice of shops and restaurants. There is Beatrix Potters Attraction which also has a tea room. Cinema, Tennis, Pitch and Put and lots of different boating opportunities. On the Glebe you can catch a Steamer to take you up and down the lake. Lakes Aquarium is at the southern end of the lake where you will also find Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. There is also a dedicated bus which will take you to Lakeland Motor Museum. Ambleside is at the northern end of the lake set amongst breathtaking majestic mountains, it is a very attractive Lakeland village with many outdoor shops and individual shops. Brockhole is a visitor centre which has large gardens and play area for children which you can call in at when travelling on a steamer. Blackwell the Arts & Crafts House is about 1 mile away and most definitely worth a visit. Further afield you have Hill Top at Near Sawrey which is Beatrix Potter's home remaining very much as when she lived there. Hawkshead is a true Lakeland Village with cobbled streets and clusters of whitewashed cottages huddles around secluded courtyards. There is once again a wide choice of individual shops Grisedale Forest Park has an extensive range of marked trails. Tarn Hows is a well known beauty spot which has easy access. Ulverston is not too far away this is the home town of Stanley Laurel the partner of Oliver Hardy who became the well known slap stick duo Laurel & Hardy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Electric car charging station ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98526900/98526879/b674d3d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW - Mayfair House - 5 Star - Lake View Luxury Bowness-on-Windermere - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=98526879&PinnedHotelID=98526879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33577000/33576948/3864cf8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside 15 – Stunning Lodge on White Cross Bay, Lake Windermere (No Pets) Windermere - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 193 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=33576948&PinnedHotelID=33576948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33600500/33600455/w3088h2076x17y0-af392592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Windermere, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Traveling with kids? Consider Raw War Paintball and Holehird Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere.dx5478) [View more Vacation homes in Windermere](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Private-Vacation-Homes.d5478-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.35506%2C-2.92837&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7N0gqSTHW9Bt55ebjFmRuwKyB8A=) Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria ### What's nearby - Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Bowness Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - World of Beatrix Potter - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 2 min drive - 2.0 km - Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 8 min drive - 7.6 km ### Getting around - Windermere Station - 5 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) - 104 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min walk - ‪Driftwood - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min walk - ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness located? > This family-friendly Windermere vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Windermere Ferry and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and Bowness Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walkers - Luxury Boat House On The Shore Of Lake Windermere Near to Bowness Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 91 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Owain P. Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous family stay at a stunning lakes location Fantastic property in a lovely location. We walked to Bowness every day.Better than I think the listing captured - nice set up with bedrooms and bathroom coming off the long enterance hallway. Big living area and balcony and nice kitchen.More classic than ultra modern looking but we really liked that - and I think that's one reason it was better than we imagined.Exactly what we needed and great host communication ##### Owain P. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly M. Aug 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent We loved staying in Walkers. Beautiful views, had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and was so clean. Can’t recommend enough x ##### Kelly M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate B. Aug 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful short break Had a wonderful time at Walkers Boathouse - the property is excellent, the location is beautiful and Helen is a great host! ##### Kate B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian G. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect retreat by the water As advertised this property is extremely clean, comfortable and updated. Was a perfect location and retreat in the region being close to towns and restaurants but nice and quiet on the lake. Helen the owner also close by and very helpful & communicative. We had a great stay and would come back for sure. ##### Ian G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew S. Jun 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location fantastic lake view We all had a great time at Walkers. Quiet location but within minutes of all amenities and restaurants. The house was very clean and well equipped. Great time had by all. ##### Andrew S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miz P. Aug 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Property A fantastic property in a perfect location. The views are amazing in this really spacious and clean home. This has to be one of the top places to stay In Bowness. Book it, you wont regret it. ##### Miz P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally C. Sep 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous accommodation Best self catering we've ever stayed in. Phenomenal position, with a balcony boasting views over the Lake. Generous host providing fresh flowers, wine, chocolates , fruit teas and coffee pods(in addition to basics of milk, bread and butter) Highly recommended ##### Sally C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah W., LONDON Sep 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely apartment and great location Fantastic view on the lake. Great apartment, very clean and had everything we needed. Thank you ##### Sarah W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hector R. Aug 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and family friendly This was one of the most relaxing placed I stayed with my family. The host was super nice and the place and items provided with the property were really good. Also, the host recommendations for restaurants were on point. Great food and services on all of them. Definitely will return. ##### Hector R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph R. Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter in the Lakes This is s gorgeous property overlooking Lake Windermere, every little detail catered for, even down to the bathrobes ! There was a lovely welcome pack when we arrived which was much appreciated and the views are to die for !!!! We will definitely be booking again !! ##### Joseph R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Delia P. Apr 17, 2017 #### Great location for walking, sailing and relaxing. Fantastic view, clean and well appointed. Lots to see and do: 5 to 10 minute walk into Bowness with plenty of shops, restaurants and activities; right by the water and easy to hire canoes or go sailing. Plenty of walks to suit all abilities. Ferry across to the other side of the lake is fun with lovely cafe and scenic lakeside path. ##### Delia P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### steven w., Shrewsbury Aug 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Walkers delight Fantastic spot to stay in a wonderful boat house And I like to thank Helen for the little extras for my 65th birthday We were already playing our next stay on day three So hope to see you again from the whole family ##### steven w. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen F. May 17, 2018 #### Wow simply the best. This property was superb, immaculately clean, amazingly comfortable with little treats, and the views from the balcony are amazing, watched quite a few sunsets. A very special place. we will be back. ##### Helen F. Stayed 3 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carol t. Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous boathouse Spacious boathouse with all modern appliances. Fantastic views from balcony. Excellent welcome pack - best I have ever come across! Would definitely stay again. Awesome. ##### carol t. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorothy M., Prescott Valley, AZ, USA Jul 9, 2014 #### Fantastic Boat House in Fabulous location! 5 Star isn't high enough for this lovely boat house. All the amenities were provided. View is spectacular! Perfect location could walk to ferry and into the village, and we appreciated the gracious & Knowledgeable landlord! ##### Dorothy M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria W. Jul 6, 2016 #### Walkers Boathouse, Lake Windermere We loved the location of the Boathouse, the view from the balcony is amazing rain or shine! No detail is overlooked by the owner resulting in a very comfortable stay. We stayed with a toddler and newborn so it all being on 1 level was brilliant. The house is well equipped making it feel like a real home from home. We would definitely come back and would reccomend to friends ##### Victoria W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shona O. Apr 26, 2016 #### Just perfect! Walkers Boathouse truly is luxurious in every way. The views from the lounge balcony are stunning. Sadly it wasn't warm enough for us to sit out with a glass of wine! Facilities and cleanliness are of a very high standard. The welcome pack is a nice touch too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will most definitely return. ##### Shona O. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy B. Oct 21, 2014 #### Blissful lakeside retreat! The perfect location for a get together with family and friends. The boathouse is in an ideal location within easy walking distance to Bowness and proximity to the nab ferry provides easy access to Windermere's western shore. The property is finished to a very high standard and equipped with everything you could need. Sitting on the balcony enjoying a glass of wine, kindly provided in the welcome pack, is the perfect end to the day! ##### Lucy B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie M. Oct 14, 2015 #### Amazing boathouse This beautiful boathouse is fitted out to a highest standard the attention to detail is second to none the fresh flowers and welcome pack were much appreciated from the moment of booking to arriving Helen made us feel extremely welcome She certainly believes in high standards of customer care ##### Ronnie M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### James O., Lanark, Scotland Apr 21, 2015 #### Idyllic house in an idyllic setting Walkers boathouse was everything we could have asked for in holiday accommodation. It was exactly as portrayed in the on-line description and the pictures were a true reflection of the accommodation and its situation. The property is very well maintained and we would very much recommend it to anyone visiting the Lake District. We will certainly be back. We particularly enjoyed taking the Nab ferry with our children and grandchildren to explore nearby; and sitting on the boathouse deck watching the world go bye. The Boathouse restaurant is only a couple of minutes walk away and has something for everyone on the menu. ##### James O. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie A. Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding! Had a wonderful Christmas time with family (all adults) in Helens wonderful boathouse. Can’t fault anything about this place. Certainly had the wow factor response from all of us. Especially the view from the balcony overlooking the lake. Stunning! Very well equipped and totally spoilt with the welcome pack Helen left us. Milk, bread, eggs, fresh orange, butter, wine, too much to mention she’d thought of everything. Even lots of goodies and even left Christmas crackers. A beautiful Christmas tree and the whole place was spotless! Thank you so much Helen for a wonderful stay in your property. I can highly recommend it to anyone thinking of staying, and we’re fussy! ##### Debbie A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy W. Aug 17, 2013 #### Excellent accommodation - beautiful area We found the property very clean and very much enjoyed the welcome pack (especially the chocolates). The house is well equipped and supplies of dishwasher tablets and detergent had been provided. We enjoyed visiting Dungeon Ghyll and and Langdale Pike, Aira Force and the Eskdale and Ravenglass railway which we reached by way of Wrynose and Hardknott passes (a very exciting drive). The best meal of the week was lunch at Chesters at Skelwith Bridge - worth the 20 minute queuing time. Booth's supermarket next to the station in Windermere stocked everything we needed for home cooked meals and Walkers' Boat House had a good selection of cooking equipment and utensils which were all in good condition. The owner provided excellent customer service - when we left we forgot something and she very kindly returned it to us very promptly. ##### Judy W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin w. Sep 9, 2017 #### Oustanding property in a fantastic location. My wife and are live in Austin, Texas and visit the UK once a year to see family. We used the Walker Boathouse for a family get together of 5 people, it was perfect for our needs. Being on one level it was great for my mother who cannot use stairs. Location - outstanding, overlooks Lake Windermere about 15 minutes walk from restaurants, pubs & shops. The deck overlooking the lake was great for the nice sunny days we had while there. Property - first class. Spotlessly clean and updated to a very high standard. Much thought has gone in to the re-model of an old boathouse. The welcome groceries/wine were much appreciated. The information provided by Helen was very informative and the recommendations on restaurants were excellent, we particularly enjoyed dinner at the Brown Horse pub. Helen was responsive to all our questions and responded very quickly. We have stayed at a lot of Home Away properties throughout the world and this is one of the best. Highly recommended. ##### kevin w. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine F. May 13, 2013 #### Very special place We stayed in Walkers Boat House for a week in May. The house was lovely very easy to find and a definite bonus to have the parking space. Inside was tastefully decorated with a useful warm room by the door for drying wet clothes. Each bedroom was lovely but we went for the double with en-suite which had a very good shower in it. The living room/Kitchen was amazing two comfy sofas with cushions and a large dining table. A well fitted kitchen with plenty of space to work and store food. (the one thing missing, a collander/sieve and that was literally the only thing) Then the best bit the amazing view from the windows and patio doors then open the doors on to a balcony and a more perfect scene you could never find. Windermere in all its glory with beautiful views across the lake of all the yachts and the mountains. We particularly enjoyed watching the boats but also the wildlife, a swan on a nest, rabbits, cormorants, ducks, geese and swallows and swifts nesting in the surrounding buildings. We sat on the balcony chairs for meals and relaxing in the evening it was glorious in the sunshine. We really didnt want to go home! ##### Catherine F. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin J. Nov 11, 2015 #### Magnificent house. The house is approached by what is essentially the back door. A very classy backdoor mind that opens onto a corridor off which are the bedrooms and general bathroom.It is beautifully appointed and warm and modern. As you get to the end of the corridor you open the door into a very large open plan kitchen/diner/sitting room all of which you ignore because the other side of the room is mainly windows and glass doors out onto the balcony which has the most lovely proximity to the lake, it overhangs moorings and water and looks across the lake to Claiffe heights. magnificent view absorbed you turn indoors and find an ultra modern kitchen, ample white leather sofas and spacious dining area with comfortable chairs and table. multiple lighting options allow for manipulation of the ambience of the room. Extremely comfortable, very well equipped with pots/pans etc. Central heating that works is an extra bonus. Everything was spotlessly clean, properly maintained (everything worked!) and there was a very nice welcome pack for us. On day three of our stay my adult daughter said " we have been here three days, and I have tried, but I cannot find a flaw with this house". We have stayed in many rentals over the years in various holiday spots and none have been better than Walkers Boathouse. ##### Kevin J. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Duncan](https://www.expedia.ca/Duncan-Hotels.d6058388.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Renaissance-Edmonton-Airport-Hotel.h6257551.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Mexico-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d117-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Pisa](https://www.expedia.ca/Pisa-Hotels.d2877.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn & Conference Centre by Wyndham Oromocto](https://www.expedia.ca/Fredericton-Hotels-Days-Inn-Conference-Centre-By-Wyndham-Oromocto.h1304155.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Hotel West Edmonton, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Royal-Hotel-West-Edmonton.h10330.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to West Lebanon (LEB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/leb/toronto-to-lebanon) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyc/vancouver-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to San José (SJO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/sjo/calgary-to-san-jose) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Orlando](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Orlando-Intl.d5194573.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Thailand](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/178/Thailand) > > [Rocky Mountain National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountain-National-Park-Colorado.d6130051.Vacation-Attraction) > > [CORE Shopping Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/CORE-Shopping-Centre-Downtown-Calgary.d553248621587293673.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Japan Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Japan.d89.Destination-Travel-Guides)