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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 £463

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Scots Pine - 1041319 - photo 1
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Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Superb Victorian Cottage. Smart TV. WiFi. One dog welcome. Garden with patio and furniture. Off road parking. Derwent Water 21 min walk. Pub 11 min walk. (Ref. 1041319)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £615

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Little Treasure Cottage - 972656 - photo 1
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Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Pretty, modern clapboard cottage in idyllic woodland setting. WiFi. Washing machine. Dog-friendly. Walking, cycling and angling nearby. Appleby 10 minutes. (Ref. 972656)

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

3 nights from £435

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Thirlmere Cottage - 1042207 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.4★

    Good

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Lovely Lakeland cottage in an outstanding location between the mountains and Thirlmere shoreline. If you love being away from the crowds, this is for you. Wifi (Ref. 1042207)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £434

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Cosy Cottage - 1145464 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Cosy Cottage is a beautiful stone-built cottage resting in the charming village of Ambleside, Cumbria. In National Park. Lakeside. Woodburning stove. Windermere 4.9 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.8 miles; Keswick 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1145464)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

  • £446 off - Fri 17th May to 24th May 2024

3 nights from £540

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Hollens Cottage - 1042004 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Located in the charming village of Grasmere, Hollens Cottage is perfect for families and friends. Pet friendly. Off road parking for 3 cars. Patio garden. Bike Storage. Pub 10 mins walk. (Ref. 1042004)

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

3 nights from £681

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Lingmoor View - 1042921 - photo 1
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Chapel Stile, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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A pleasant duplex holiday home situated in Chapel Stile. Perfect for a family or two couples. Idyllic location. Pet-friendly. (Ref. 1042921)

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

3 nights from £468

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

    4.6★

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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 £516

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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 £521

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Thimble Hall - 1041953 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.1★

    Good

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Detached Lakeland Cottage a minutes' walk from Grasmere. Woodland garden. Luxury. Woodburning stove and BBQ (Ref. 1041953)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £1120

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Fairfield Cottage - 1041594 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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Fairfield Cottage makes the most of its enviable position on the western slopes of Grasmere Vale. The property is over 2 floors and has prvate parking (Ref. 1041594)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £667

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2 Colby House Barn - 1056488 - photo 1
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Colby near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, ca16
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A stunning converted barn tucked away in the idyllic village of Colby near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Secure bike storage. Ample parking. Boroughgate 1.8 miles; Penrith 13.6 miles; Carlisle 32.1 miles. (Ref. 1056488)

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

3 nights from £553

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Mosslea - 1042056 - photo 1
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Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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Ground floor apartment. Garden with patio. Bike storage. Pub 1 min walk. Private parking. (Ref. 1042056)

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

3 nights from £377

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Ling Fell Cottage - 971558 - photo 1
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Backbarrow, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Charming semi-detached cottage in the village of Backbarrrow in the Lake District National Park. Conservatory. Countryside views. Bowness-on-Windermere 10 miles. (Ref. 971558)

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

3 nights from £404

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The Old Shippon - 1132926 - photo 1
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Barbon near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old Shippon is a stunning, three-bedroom barn conversion resting in Barbon near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. In a National Park. En-suite bedrooms. Off-road parking. Kendal 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1132926)

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

3 nights from £523

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Beckside Cottage - 1061080 - photo 1
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Caldbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A charming cottage nestled in the village of Caldbeck found within the Lake District National Park, just 9 miles from Bassenthwaite. (Ref. 1061080)

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

3 nights from £388

Last booked 2 days ago
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Lauron's View - 1042150 - photo 1
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Bowness On Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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(Ref. 1042150)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £783

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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 £385

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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

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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)

  • 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 £703

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

    4.4★

    Good

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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 £572

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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.