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Holmedell - 972633 - photo 1
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Greystoke, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Contemporary log cabin at the heart of gated development in gorgeous Lakeland countryside. En-suite shower room. WiFi. Secure off road parking. 15 mins to Keswick and Penrith. Dog-friendly. (Ref. 972633)

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

3 nights from £497

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Parkers House - 1073338 - photo 1
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Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA9
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An idyllic stone cottage set within the quaint town of Alston, Cumbria. Fantastic countryside views. Pet-friendly. Ideal for families. Stanhope 18.6 miles; Haydon Bridge 18.8 miles; Penrith 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1073338)

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

  • 30% off - Tue 14th May to 29th Jun 2024

  • 10% off - Sat 29th Jun to 9th Nov 2024

  • £134 off - Sat 9th Nov to 16th Nov 2024

  • 10% off - Sat 16th Nov 2024 to 4th Jan 2025

3 nights from £929

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Lavender Cottage - 1119470 - photo 1
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Cark In Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful cottage resting in the quaint village of Cark in Cartmel, Cumbria. Near National Park. Pet-friendly. Original features. Close to amenities. Romantic. Riverside views. Cartmel 3.6 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1119470)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £446

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Capenwray - 1155576 - photo 1
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Carnforth, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Carpenwray, a wonderful holiday lodge resting in the South Lakes Leisure Park, Carnforth, Lancashire. Single-storey. Open-plan. Lake views. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 10 miles. (Ref. 1155576)

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

3 nights from £520

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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

    4.4★

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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)

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

3 nights from £624

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Thwaite House - 1091970 - photo 1
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Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA21
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A large, detached house enjoying the countryside in Coniston, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Mature gardens. Off-road parking. Hawkshead 3.3 miles; Ambleside 7 miles. (Ref. 1091970)

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

3 nights from £2004

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Stonegarth Cottage - 972396 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Ground floor apartment with open plan living space in the center of Grasmere, close to all amenities . En-suite wet room. Wi-Fi. Shared garden. Off road parking. Close to Dove Cottage. Central location, all amenities walkable. (Ref. 972396)

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

3 nights from £496

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1 The Stables - 1090233 - photo 1
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Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A superb two-bedroom Grade II listed cottage resting in Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Cartmel 2.4 miles; Kendal 13 miles; Lake Windermere 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1090233)

  • Wi-fi
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3 nights from £515

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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★

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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 £595

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Scale Force - 1110189 - photo 1
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Seatoller near Rosthwaite, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This charming, mid-terrace cottage rests in Seatoller near Keswick, Cumbria. In a National Park. Open fire. Off-road parking. Open-plan living. Bassenthwaite 14.4 miles; Cockermouth 15.9 miles; Ullswater 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1110189)

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

3 nights from £775

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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

  • Sykes rating

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

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

3 nights from £388

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Berts Cottage - 935012 - photo 1
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Heights near Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A beautiful 18th Century barn conversion which has been lovingly restored to provide high standard accommodation for friends and families wishing to relax and explore some of the most stunning areas in the country. Appleby-in-Westmorland 4 miles. (Ref. 935012)

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

3 nights from £459

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Ash Meadows - 1134805 - photo 1
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Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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This charming, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Bedrooms with Smart TVs. Off-road parking. Open plan. Kendal 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1134805)

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

3 nights from £451

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

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

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

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £450

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Ellis Howe - 1096523 - photo 1
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Torver, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA21
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An 18th-century, detached, pet-friendly cottage resting in Torver, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Beautiful views. Parking adjacent to cottage. Coniston 2.6 miles; Hawkshead 6.6 miles; Windermere 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1096523)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £587

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Pheasants Folly - 1079690 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stylish, detached Lakeland home sitting in an elevated position overlooking Lake Windermere near Windermere, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Range cooker. Smart TV. Ambleside 10.5 miles; Kendal 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1079690)

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

3 nights from £1157

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Winder Fell View - 1103323 - photo 1
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Sedbergh, Yorkshire Dales - North, LA10
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-positioned two-bedroom cottage resting in Sedbergh, Cumbria. Contemporary. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Kendal 11.6 miles; Hawes 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1103323)

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

3 nights from £397

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3 Springfort Cottages - 1080448 - photo 1
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Newton Reigny near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A contemporary end-terrace cottage nestled in the quaint village of Newton Reigny, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Electric fire. Family-friendly. Penrith 2.9 miles; Keswick 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1080448)

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

3 nights from £428

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The Barn - 1130606 - photo 1
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Nether Wasdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA20
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

The Barn is a detached barn conversion resting in Nether Wasdale, Cumbria. Close to a shop and pub. Close to a lake. In National Park. Woodburning stove. Wast Water 3 miles; Seascale 6.9 miles (Ref. 1130606)

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

3 nights from £496

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The Nook - 920262 - photo 1
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Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Well-presented link-attached cottage, originally built as a stable block for a gentleman's residence on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere. Ground floor accommodation. Flexible zip/link beds. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Lake Windermere 10 mins walk. (Ref. 920262)

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

3 nights from £569

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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 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.