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Pen-y-ghent is a contemporary home with a hot tub, conveniently located within walking distance of shops and restaurants, in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Kendal 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1153899)

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3 nights from €1496

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Ingleborough is a detached, contemporary home with a hot tub and walking routes from the doorstep, resting in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria. Kendal 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1153898)

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3 nights from €1645

  • Sleeps8
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Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. Ambleside 3.8 miles; Kendal 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1162435)

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3 nights from €1595

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Eller Cottage is a substantial townhouse in Windermere, Cumbria. Family-friendly. Excellent location. Off-road parking. Immaculately presented. Ambleside 5.9 miles. Kendal 9 miles. Keswick 21.6 miles. (Ref. 1157928)

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3 nights from €1236

  • Sleeps6
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Edgemere is a luxurious cottage with exceptional countryside views, ideally situated to explore the Southern Lake District, near Cartmel, Cumbria. Grange-over-Sands 3.4 miles; Bowness on Windermere 15 miles. (Ref. 1164612)

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3 nights from €807

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Fell View House is a beautiful detached holiday home near the town of Kendal in Cumbria with a hot tub, woodburning stove and spacious, enclosed garden. Kendal 5.5 miles; Windermere 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1143601)

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3 nights from €1174

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Bridge Howe, a delightful holiday cottage resting in Skelwith Bridge, Lake District. Private garden. Private parking. Smart TV. Secure bike storage. Grasmere 6.8 miles; Windermere 9.0 miles; Keswick 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1151608)

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3 nights from €1357

  • Sleeps8
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A superb Grade II listed house resting in Penrith, near Ullswater, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Carlisle 17.7 miles; Keswick 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1078897)

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3 nights from €2242

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No.35 Meadows Retreat Lodge Park is a lovely, single-storey lodge in Moota near Aspatria, Cumbria. Lake District National Park. Ground-floor. Electric fire. Maryport 10.2 miles; Wigton 10.2 miles; Silloth 13 miles. (Ref. 1145038)

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3 nights from €540

  • Sleeps18
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Cartmel Old Grammar is a beautifully-presented, country house resting in the historic, South Lakeland village Cartmel, Cumbria with a woodburning stove. Grange-over-Sands 2.9 miles; Bowness on Windermere 13 miles. (Ref. 1162730)

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3 nights from €3763

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Edgemere Hideaway is a contemporary cottage with countryside views with sea glimpses and accepting pets, resting near the village of Cartmel in Cumbria. Grange-over-Sands 3.4 miles; Bowness on Windermere 15 miles. (Ref. 1158990)

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3 nights from €565

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A super, four-bedroom dwelling residing in Lakeside near Newby Bridge, Cumbria. In a National Park. Close to lake. Woodburning stove. Grange-over-Sands 7.7 miles; Bowness on Windermere 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1092963)

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3 nights from €1902

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A beautifully-impressive holiday home in Penrith, Cumbria. Woodburning stoves. Hot tubs. Enclosed garden. Dog-friendly. Close to Lake District National Park. Keswick 17.6 miles; Carlisle 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1125802)

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3 nights from €4811

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    4.9

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Superb slate luxury end-terraced cottage in the hamlet of Lakeside, near Newby Bridge. Quality accommodation with en-suite bedrooms. Woodburner. Landscaped garden. Newby Bridge 1.2 miles. (Ref. 939978)

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3 nights from €2241

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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Outstanding luxury stone, terraced cottage. Private terrace courtyard garden with hot tub. Woodburning stove, beams, all en-suite bedrooms with smart TVs. Newby Bridge 2.5 miles. (Ref. 938718)

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3 nights from €2477

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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A beautiful, detached Victorian property resting on the outskirts of Hawkshead, Lake District. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Ample off-road parking. Ambleside 5.2 miles; Windermere 9 miles. (Ref. 1064472)

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3 nights from €1798

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Craggy View is a charming bungalow with a spacious rear garden in the heart of the Lake District National Park, in the village of Staveley in Cumbria. Windermere 4.2 miles; Kendal 5 miles. (Ref. 1156533)

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3 nights from €711

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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A lovely, single-storey lodge resting in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Carnforth, Lancashire. On-site facilities. Close to a lake. Off-road parking. Carnforth 2 miles; Capernwray 3.6 miles; Lake District 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1136189)

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3 nights from €665

  • Sleeps8
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Spacious property with luxurious interior, immaculate and stunning panoramic views.Free use of leisure facilities Near Newby Bridge and Lake Windermere 1.4 miles. (Ref. 1027058)

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3 nights from €1375

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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This spectacular lodge overlooking the Jackdaw Quarry rests in Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire. Woodburning stove. Stylish interior. Idyllic location. Morecambe 8.4 miles; Lancaster 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1055063)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from €1490

Looking for Lake District cottages at the last minute? With over 600 cottages in the national park in some of the most desirable locations, we're sure you'll find the perfect hand-picked cottage for your last-minute holiday in the Lake District

Why Last Minute Lake District Cottages?

With its UNESCO World Heritage status, last-minute Lake District breaks are bound to please all guests. The national park entices visitors from all over the world for its unique scenery, wildlife, history and culture. Guided walks are within reach of last-minute Lake District log cabins and are available across diverse landscapes to suit all levels of mobility, including wheelchair and pushchair-friendly footpaths. Whether you seek tranquillity or bustling villages to discover local produce and heritage, these last-minute Lake District breaks truly have it all. Visit our Lake District Travel Guide to discover more popular attractions.

Places to visit from a Last-minute Lake District Break

These last-minute Lake District holidays provide an ideal base for exploring further afield, St Bees and Barrow-in-Furness lie on the outskirts of the Lake District on the Cumbrian coast, perfect for those craving sea views, dramatic coastlines and sandy beaches. During your last-minute holiday in the Lake District, you may want to enjoy a visit to the iconic towns of the park! Ambleside is a must, hosting the stunning waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Bowness-on-Windermere is another delight, home to a charming marina that backs onto Lake Windermere.

Other places to visit include:

Grasmere

Hawkshead

Keswick

Types of Lake District Holidays

Looking to plan more in advance than stay at these last-minute Lake District cottages? There are a plethora of Lake District holidays to choose from. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.