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Fernleigh Cottage - 27583 - photo 1
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Allithwaite near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful end-terrace cottage on the edge of the village of Allithwaite, close to Cartmel and Grange-over-Sands. Woodburning stove, Jacuzzi bath, 3D TV. Pub next door. Grange-over-Sands 2 miles. (Ref. 27583)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €474

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

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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 €671

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Luham Cottage - 1138730 - photo 1
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Edenhall near Langwathby, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

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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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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €512

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Fleshbeck Cottage - 916 - photo 1
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Mansergh near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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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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  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €681

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Top Notch - 1042584 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.1★

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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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  • Off-road parking
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €647

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Bronte House - 1093917 - photo 1
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Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A stunning second-floor apartment nestled in Casterton near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Private parking. Open-plan living. Balcony. Smart TV. Kendal 15.4 miles; Lancaster 16.8 miles; Windermere 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1093917)

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3 nights from €693

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The Gallery - 1042094 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Stunning studio apartment with luxury furnishings throughout. Fabulous views from a prime location close to Brockhole and Lake Windermere. Midway between Ambleside and Windermere. (Ref. 1042094)

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3 nights from €604

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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
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3 nights from €842

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Bela Cottage - 1053345 - photo 1
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Milnthorpe, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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An enchanting, semi-detached cottage sitting in the market town of Milnthorpe in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. WiFi. Amenities in 0.1 miles. Morecambe 13.7 miles; Windermere 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1053345)

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3 nights from €629

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Harbour Side - 967037 - photo 1
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Maryport, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA15
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

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Delightful apartment in the town of Maryport, Cumbria. Overlooking harbour. Amenities short walk. All first floor. Cockermouth 7 miles. (Ref. 967037)

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3 nights from €526

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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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3 nights from €548

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Little Gem - 1093013 - photo 1
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Dearham, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA15
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A charming one-bedroom 19th-century cottage resting in Dearham, Cumbria. Private garden. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Cockermouth 4.8 miles; Bassenthwaite Lake 12 miles; Keswick 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1093013)

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  • Off-road parking

3 nights from €497

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The Croft Bungalow - 1061824 - photo 1
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Plumbland near Aspatria, Cumbria & The Lake District, ca7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A beautifully appointed bungalow resting the village of Plumbland near Aspatria. All-ground-floor accommodation. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Silloth 11.5 miles; Keswick 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1061824)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €660

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Kingfisher Barn - 924509 - photo 1
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Staveley near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A delightful and spacious apartment sitting on the edge of Staveley. High ceiling with character beams. Well-equipped throughout. Great for walking and cycling. WiFi. Windermere 4 miles. (Ref. 924509)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €608

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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

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €792

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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from €569

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Myra's View - 1126108 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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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 €569

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The Annex - 1098257 - photo 1
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Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District, La12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A charming annex resting in a rural location on the outskirts of Ulverston, Lake District. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Romantic dwelling. Lake Windermere 17.7 miles; Ambleside 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1098257)

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3 nights from €1312

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White Lion Cottage - 1042064 - photo 1
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this characterful cottage is the perfect base for families to explore the Langdale Valley., Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.1★

    Good

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Originally an 18th century Inn, White Lion Cottage is perfect for families. Dog friendly. Landscaped patio. Pub, shop and rive 5 mins walk. (Ref. 1042064)

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3 nights from €911

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Woodland View - 1107764 - photo 1
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Penny Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A characterful end-terrace house resting in Penny Bridge, Cumbria. Character features. Pet-friendly. Countryside location. Gas fire. Ulverston 4.1 miles; Coniston 10.3 miles; Ambleside 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1107764)

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3 nights from €627

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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

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