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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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Impressive Cumbria cottage, a detached farmhouse with woodburner, beams, en-suites, garden. On working farm near Sebergham. Penrith 10 miles. (Ref. 9984)

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3 nights from €1466

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  • Bedrooms2
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    2.9

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A centrally located three-storey cottage resting in Kendal, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Pet-friendly. Traditional. Woodburning stove. Permit parking. Windermere 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1103042)

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3 nights from €608

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Yonder Lea, a stunningly-presented bungalow in the beautiful town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Single-storey. Garden decking. Smart TV. WiFi. Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5.7 miles; Kendal 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1140436)

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3 nights from €1046

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  • Sleeps3
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Delightful romantic retreat in Cumbria. Wooden lodge. Stunning countryside all around. Greenodd 1.5 miles. (Ref. 30272)

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3 nights from €502

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    4.7

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A charming, two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Newby Bridge near Cartmel, Cumbria. In National Park. Family-friendly. Countryside views. Original features. Grange-over-Sands 5.6 miles; Cartmel 4.3 miles; Windermere village 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1126108)

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3 nights from €570

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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A former gate-lodge on the outskirts of the village of Eskdale Green. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Coniston 20.4 miles. (Ref. 1022109)

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3 nights from €750

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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A tastefully decorated, first floor apartment located one mile from the Cumbrian village of Bardsea. Former granary. Views of Morecambe Bay. Open-plan living area. (Ref. 956062)

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3 nights from €466

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Lovely, detached home resting in an elevated position within Ambleside, Lake District. Fine views. Garden patio. Off-road parking. (Ref. 1042529)

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3 nights from €960

  • 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 €567

  • Sleeps2
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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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3 nights from €628

  • Sleeps4
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A delightful apartment enjoying an elevated position within the town of Ambleside, Lake District. Panoramic views. Ideal for a small family. (Ref. 1042584)

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3 nights from €648

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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Comfortable log cabin set in tranquil and peaceful surroundings. Open plan living area and all ground floor. Greenodd 1.5 miles. (Ref. 30135)

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3 nights from €482

  • 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 €616

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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A traditional white-washed holiday cottage resting on the outskirts of Ambleside, Cumbria. Rural. Family-friendly. Close to amenities. Grasmere 4.2 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1085219)

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3 nights from €864

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A detached, Victorian house situated in the rural village of Gamblesby, Cumbria. Serene location. Coffee machine. Off-road parking. Penrith 10.5 miles; Carlisle 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1124835)

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3 nights from €949

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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 €522

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.6

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A delightful barn conversion in the Cumbrian village of Lorton. Open-plan living. Exposed beams. Lake District. (Ref. 992933)

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3 nights from €638

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes
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Church View is a charming, five-bedroom home residing in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Near Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Cartmel 2.3 miles; Lake Windermere 15.4 miles; Kendal 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1143279)

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3 nights from €1124

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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 €508

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Park Beck is a magnificent, three-storey property situated in the town of Windermere, Cumbria. Smart TV. En-suites. Off-road parking. Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1139531)

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3 nights from €1227

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.