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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 €541

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Orchard Cottage - 1050736 - photo 1
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Bolton near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful end-of-terrace stone cottage located in Bolton, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Traditional cottage. Appleby-in-Westmorland 4.2 miles; Penrith 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1050736)

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

3 nights from €440

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Glenridding Cottage - 904101 - photo 1
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Flitholme near Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Superb, semi-detached cosy cottage in Cumbria. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Garden with furniture. Appleby-in-Westmorland 6.5 miles. (Ref. 904101)

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

3 nights from €438

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21 Eamont Park - 1112834 - photo 1
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Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA10
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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This pleasant holiday home rests on the outskirts of Penrith in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Pet-free. Off-road parking. Garden. Keswick 17.6 miles; Carlisle 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1112834)

  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €310

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Crozier Cottage - 1042959 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.4★

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A character home nestled on the edge of the picturesque village of Grasmere, in the Lake District. Ideal for families. Garden patio. Pet-friendly. (Ref. 1042959)

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

3 nights from €657

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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)

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

3 nights from €554

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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)

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

3 nights from €618

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Windows - 1041107 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.3★

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Central Ambleside apartment. Open plan living. Large windows with fabulous views. Roof terrace. Short walk to shores of Lake Windermere. (Ref. 1041107)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €537

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Greenmantle - 947755 - photo 1
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Skinburness near Silloth, Solway Firth, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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An immaculate seafront apartment. Ground floor. Uninterrupted sea views. Parking. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Solway Firth. Silloth 2 miles. (Ref. 947755)

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

3 nights from €421

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Bluebell Hill - 1108922 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

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This delightful, first-floor apartment rests in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Smart TV. Open-plan living. In a National Park. Ambleside 5.4 miles; Kendal 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1108922)

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

3 nights from €452

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Buttermere - 30135 - photo 1
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Spark Bridge near Greenodd, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from €383

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Ploughmans Cottage - 1105187 - photo 1
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Corby Hill, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

3 nights from €384

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Tanner Croft Cottage - 972385 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.2★

    Good

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Cosy Lakeland stone semi-detached cottage. Wood burning stove. WiFi. Private garden with village views. Off road parking. Central village location. (Ref. 972385)

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

3 nights from €575

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Tiffle Bank - 1128774 - photo 1
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Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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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)

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

3 nights from €637

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Silver How - 1141905 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Silver How is a stunning Victorian stone-built property resting in the town of Ambleside, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Close to a lake. Close to a shop and a pub. Windermere 4.3 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.3 miles; Kendal 13 miles. (Ref. 1141905)

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

3 nights from €625

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Wansfell View - 1127728 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Charming property resting in the ever-popular town of Ambleside, Lake District. Ideal for families. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. (Ref. 1127728)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from €609

Last booked 2 days ago
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The Gallery - 1042094 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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

3 nights from €453

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Birch Knoll - 1042142 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.3★

    Good

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Close to the heart of Ambleside and shores of Lake Windermere, this well presented bungalow is ideal for a small family or couples sharing. (Ref. 1042142)

  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €502

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Greengarth - 1041897 - photo 1
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Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Modern, extended semi, in Keswick, with fabulous bifold doors and views out to the fells and lake. Sleeps 5, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Log burning stove. Views. Wifi. Children & Babie welcome. Well behaved dogs welcome. Garden and driveway (Ref. 1041897)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from €603

Last booked 3 days ago
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Sunny Hill - 986584 - photo 1
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Great Strickland near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA10
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Charming, single-storey, detached cottage in Great Strickland. Beams. Woodburner. En-suite. Good views and peaceful location. Penrith 7 miles. (Ref. 986584)

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

3 nights from €434

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The Lake District is one of the country's finest National Parks, a perfect retreat for couples, friends and families alike. Embark on a Lake District short break for an experience filled with activity, scenery and a wealth of unique opportunities.

Why Lake District Short Breaks?

It is no surprise that Lake District mini breaks are so popular, with the region displaying its idyllic lakes and fells. Avid hikers and climbers will adore a Lake District short break, with seemingly endless opportunities at your disposal. Hike one of the UK's highest peaks, Scafell Pike, or try your hand at some exhilarating water sports on Windermere. Return to your Lake District weekend break cottage to unwind after each day of adrenaline-pumping adventure. Choose to enjoy your Lake District getaway in a stone-built cottage, majestic manor or secluded lodge. Our Lake District Travel Guide is the perfect tool for making the most of the area's attractions.

Places to visit near Lake District Short Break Cottages

No matter if you're walking, cycling or driving through the Lake District, you are certain to stumble upon its characterful towns and villages. Explore a number of market towns exuding charm during your Lake District mini break, offering quirky cafés and first-class restaurants. Also find an array of attractions appealing to people of all tastes and ages, from the enthralling to the laid-back. If you're enjoying a long weekend in the Lake District, consider visiting; Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston, Kendal, Keswick and Penrith.

Types of Lake District Holidays

A holiday in the Lake District can be enjoyed in many different ways, from your location to the style of your holiday home. Those looking for something different will adore a Lake District glamping holiday, while our country Lake District cottages offer a rural retreat. Include the entire family with our choice of dog-friendly Lake District cottages, or escape with your other half to a romantic Lake District cottage.

Alternatively, take a look at this full collection of short break cottages in the UK.