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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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A traditional, family-friendly cottage sitting in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Pet-free. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.3 miles; Sedbergh 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles; Kendal 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1100866)

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3 nights from £478

  • Sleeps4
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    4.6

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A contemporary holiday home nestled on the grounds of Whoop Hall on the outskirts of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Open-plan. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Kendal 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1073786)

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3 nights from £572

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A stunning stone barn conversion resting in the Lyth Valley, within Lake District National Park & close Levens. Kendal 7.8 miles; Lakeside 8.8 miles; Windermere 8.9 miles. (Ref. 950504)

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3 nights from £1057

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    4.8

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This attractive, single-storey lodge rests in Brigham, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Cockermouth 2.5 miles; Workington 5.7 miles; Keswick 15.7 miles (Ref. 1080076)

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3 nights from £350

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    4.8

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Magnificent cottage resting in a desirable part of central Windermere, with parking & just a stroll to the shops and restaurants. Smart TV. Character features. Roadside parking. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 1027107)

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3 nights from £609

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Luham Cottage is a charming, stone-built cottage settled into the countryside of Cumbria. Countryside views. Couple’s retreat. Edenhall near Langwathby 1.8 miles, Langwathby; Penrith 3.2 miles; Lake District National Park 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1138730)

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3 nights from £444

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Character cottage overlooking the Lyth Valley. Family friendly. Two dogs welcome. Large lawned grounds and private patio. WiFi. (Ref. 1041955)

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3 nights from £479

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A contemporary two-bedroom house perched in Fenton, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Private garden. Carlisle 7.3 miles; Penrith 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1105187)

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3 nights from £388

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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Detached luxury barn in rural location on working farm. Woodburning stove. Ideal touring base for discovering area. Bootle 0.8 miles. (Ref. 26718)

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3 nights from £378

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    4.5

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Attractive stone-built cottage overlooking the village of Brigsteer in the Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove and AGA Range cooker makes this cottage a cosy property in a great location. Kendal 5 miles. (Ref. 955444)

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3 nights from £587

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.7

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A quaint, detached cottage set on the coast, near to the market town of Barrow-in-Furness. Perfect for families. Pet-friendly. Barrow-in-Furness 3.4 miles. (Ref. 983317)

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3 nights from £740

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    4.9

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A delightful two-bedroom annexe resting in Caldbeck in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. In a National Park. Wigton 8.7 miles; Carlisle 14.3 miles; Keswick 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1082545)

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3 nights from £422

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A sleek, single-storey abode set in within a shared courtyard in the village of Flakebridge near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria. Smart TV. High-end. Off-road parking. Penrith 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1133513)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £465

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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A semi-detached, two-bedroom cottage by the river in Burneside, Cumbria. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Pet-free. Kendal 2.3 miles; Windermere 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1079681)

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3 nights from £420

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    4.8

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This charming, two-bedroom cottage rests in Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Ulverston 5.2 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1129927)

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3 nights from £479

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A wonderful holiday home resting in the heart of Ulverston, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Next to a stream. Close to the Lake District National Park. Raised terrace. Close to local amenities. Coniston Water 11.8 miles; Windermere 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1052304)

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3 nights from £506

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.5

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A wonderful renovated coach house in Arnside, Cumbria. Near national park. Character features. Stylish and contemporary décor. Close to beach. Kendal 11.2 miles; Windermere 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1119113)

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3 nights from £457

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A lovely singe storey cottage nestled in the rural coutryside of Low Row village. Spacious. Beautiful views. TV and Hi-Fi system. Shop and pub 2 miles. Hadrian's Wall. Brampton 5 miles. (Ref. 985148)

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3 nights from £316

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    4.7

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Delightful 18th Century farmhouse in idyllic Mansergh near Kirkby Lonsdale. Quality accommodation, beams, range, mullion windows. A romantic retreat. Kirkby Lonsdale 3 miles. (Ref. 916)

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3 nights from £510

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Delightful terraced cottage in heart of Ambleside. Two bedrooms. Second floor sitting room with magnificent views. Windermere 4 miles. (Ref. 20769)

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3 nights from £462

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.