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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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Beckfoot - 1042515 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.2★

    Good

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This charming bungalow can be found resting in a quiet corner of Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. All-ground-floor. Contemporary open-plan living. Woodburning stove. (Ref. 1042515)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1762

Last booked 2 days ago
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Mell View Cottage - 972285 - photo 1
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Ullswater, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Charming cosy cottage near Ullswater in Lake District overlooking Great Mell Fell. Wood burning stove, garden and patio. Countryside living perfect for active families. Pub/Shop 1 Mile. Parking. Wifi. Matterdale 1 mile, coast to coast cycle route. (Ref. 972285)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

  • 5% off - Fri 3rd May to 31st May 2024

3 nights from $925

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Stable Cottage - 1124783 - photo 1
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Hallbankgate, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A charming two-bedroom cottage resting in Hallbankgate, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Electric flame-effect stove. North Pennines AONB. Brampton 3.6 miles; Carlisle 12.9 miles; Penrith 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1124783)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $628

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The Hayloft - 931263 - photo 1
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Lindale, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.3★

    Good

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Stunning barn conversion set within the village of Lindale in Cumbria. Balcony. Lake District National Park. WiFi. (Ref. 931263)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
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  • Washing machine

3 nights from $598

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Allergarth Barn - 1072236 - photo 1
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Roweltown near Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA6
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This superb, single-storey barn conversion rests in Roweltown, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. On a working farm. Garden with furniture. Carlisle 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1072236)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $717

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White Stones - 1095860 - photo 1
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Goadsbarrow near Roose, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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This lovely dormer bungalow lies in the village of Goadsbarrow near Roose, Cumbria. Open views. Master bedroom. Barrow-in-Furness 5 miles; Bardsea 5 miles; Ulverston 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1095860)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $934

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White House - 1119499 - photo 1
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Shap, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA10
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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A charming, two-bedroom cottage resting in Keld near Shap, Cumbria. Near National Park. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Pretty garden. Characterful. Pooley Bridge 11.8 miles; Ullswater 16.1 miles; Kendal 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1119499)

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3 nights from $772

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Carrock Cottage - 1049941 - photo 1
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East Woodside near Dalston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A Grade II listed cottage nestled close to the village of Dalston, Cumbria. Ideal for families. Woodburning stove. Set on a working farm. Wigton 4.5 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1049941)

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3 nights from $798

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Honeypot Cottage - 955444 - photo 1
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Brigsteer, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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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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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $851

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Millerbeck - 1041226 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    3.9★

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(Ref. 1041226)

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3 nights from $883

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Faraway Cottage - 933471 - photo 1
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Kirklinton, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA6
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Delightful sandstone cottage on a working dairy farm. Access to 20 acres private ancient woodland and fishing rights on the river. Woodburning stove, private patio. Brampton 7 miles, Carlisle 10 miles. (Ref. 933471)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $562

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Honeysuckle Cottage - 1139928 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

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Honeysuckle Cottage is an inviting, four bedroom home, resting in the heart of Windermere,close to all amenities and attractions. Wood burning stove. Central. Ambleside 4.6 miles; Kendal 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1139928)

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3 nights from $1412

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Swaledale Watch Garden Annexe - 1082545 - photo 1
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Caldbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from $651

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Croft Cottage - 1034118 - photo 1
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Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A charming mid-terrace cottage resting in the village of Long Marton, near Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. En-suite. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Penrith 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1034118)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from $686

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Wastwater - 1093500 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.3★

    Good

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A delightsome, semi-detached cottage settled in Windermere, Cumbria. Romantic. Designated parking. Garden. Ambleside 6.2 miles; Kendal 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1093500)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $690

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The Flat - 1132057 - photo 1
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Burgh By Sands, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA5
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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This splendid, one-bedroom stable conversion rests in Burgh by Sands, Cumbria. Smart TV. Romantic. Open plan. Pet-friendly. Longburgh 1.5 mile; Carlisle 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1132057)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $667

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Flat 1 Kentholme - 1109888 - photo 1
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Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A wonderful duplex apartment resting in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. Close to amenities and the beach. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Near National Park. Cartmel 2 miles; Kendal 14.2 miles; Windermere 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1109888)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $742

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Ghyll Bank Cow Shed - 11536 - photo 1
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Staveley near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Superb semi-detached cottage, set within a barn conversion near Staveley in Lake District National Park. Zip/link beds. Three bedrooms with two shower rooms and a separate bathroom. Underfloor heating. Beautiful fell views. Staveley 1.5 miles. (Ref. 11536)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $776

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Smithy Cottage - 1118302 - photo 1
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Dalston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA5
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A truly delightful cottage resting near Dalston, within the Carlisle district of Cumbria. Carlisle 8.4 miles; Keswick 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1118302)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

3 nights from $739

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Woodloft Cottage - 1116787 - photo 1
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Elterwater near Chapel Stile, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.3★

    Good

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A characterful single-storey cottage resting in Elterwater near Chapel Stile, Cumbria. Countryside views. Original features. Within National Park. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Grasmere, 2.8 miles; Ambleside 4.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1116787)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $965

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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 Lake District Cottages at the Last Minute?

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 Near Last-minute Lake District Breaks

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

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