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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €1466

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Outstanding cottage in pretty village of Troutbeck. Beautifully updated while retaining original features. Open fire, low ceilings and super bedrooms. Sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms. (Ref. 1041390)

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3 nights from €645

  • Sleeps4
  • 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

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A wonderful penthouse apartment settled in the heart of Arnside, Cumbria. Sea views. Washing machine. En-suite. Close to amenities. Kendal 11.7 miles; Windermere 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1061703)

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3 nights from €748

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A beautiful stone-built cottage resting on the outskirts of Brampton, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Off-road parking. Carlisle 13.6 miles; Gretna Green 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1019049)

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3 nights from €873

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  • 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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A beautiful stone-built cottage resting on the outskirts of the market town of Ulverston, Cumbria. Electric fire. Pet-friendly. Ulverston 1.7 miles. (Ref. 983532)

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3 nights from €889

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.4

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Tiffle Bank is a charming, three-bedroom cottage residing in Hawkshead, Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Pretty views. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1128774)

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3 nights from €869

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.6

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Fabulous, spacious farmhouse with an acre of grounds and detatched sun/games room. Perfect for a large family party or group of friends. (Ref. 1042182)

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3 nights from €1448

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.7

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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)

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3 nights from €1260

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Flookburgh, Cumbria. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Cartmel 2.4 miles; Grange-over-Sands 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1135640)

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3 nights from €705

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.3

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Stone-built detached cottage situated in grounds of Ghyll Bank House on outskirts of village of Stavely. Great views and fantastic walking opportunities. Windermere 5 miles. (Ref. 2027)

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3 nights from €523

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Pretty character cottage, charm and modern convenience. Large enclosed garden. Award-winning pub within walking distance. Near Hadrian's Wall. Golf club 1 mile. Carlisle 4 miles. (Ref. 972265)

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3 nights from €572

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.5

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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)

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3 nights from €535

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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)

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3 nights from €579

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from €502

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A semi-detached cottage nestled in the heart of Cark-in-Cartmel. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Grange-over-Sands 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1036686)

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3 nights from €626

  • 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

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    3.8

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This three-storey cottage rests in central Windermere, close to all shops and restaurants. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. En-suite. Conservatory. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1050772)

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3 nights from €711

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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Ramblers Rest is a charming, two-bedroom holiday home residing in Sedbergh, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Pretty countryside views. Woodburning stove. In the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Kendal 11.2 miles; Hawes 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1138458)

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3 nights from €619

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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.