Famed for its natural beauty and breathtaking vistas, this selection of Borrowdale Holiday Cottages rests in the heart of the Lake District. Families, couples and solo travellers alike flood to the valley all year round for a variety of attractions and activities. High peaks, rugged crags and public paths range from gentle to challenging, whilst picturesque market towns host quaint shops and cafés to fuel your self-catering stay.
Why Borrowdale Holiday Cottages?
Borrowdale is a playground for climbers with crags scattered throughout the green valley, including Little Chamonix, Shepherd's Crag and Black Crag. Walkers are spoilt for choice with the largest area of native broadleaf woodland putting on a spectacular show in autumn, as well as fells, the shores of Derwentwater and mountain tracks.
Holiday cottages in Barrowdale are in a great location to explore Brandlehow Park, the National Trust's first acquisition in the Lake District, for idyllic lakeside wanders. Lodore Falls is a magical place to relax, whilst adventurous can climb the metal staircase to the top of Bowder Stone or hike up Castle Crag for sweeping views right across the valley. Take regular bus services running throughout Borrowdale to the likes of Grange and the hamlet of Watendlath to stop off for lunch in a charming tearoom. Discover more attractions with our Lake District travel guide.
Places to visit near Borrowdale Holiday Cottages
Borrowdale accommodation places you in the centre of the Lake District to visit the bustling market town of Keswick with a host of attractions on offer, including the iconic Theatre by the Lake. Historians can marvel at Castlerigg Stone circle just east of the town. Just south of Borrowdale lies the village of Grasmere, surrounded by mountains famed for inspiring the poetry of William Wordsworth, along with the nearby village of Ambleside resting at the southern tip of Lake Windermere known for its Roman Fort.
Take idyllic cruises to quaint lakeside villages or gentle walks around Ullswater, stopping off at the picturesque village of Glenridding, before winding your way through mystical woodland to find the renowned Aira Force waterfall. Further afield, hikers can venture up mountain ridges and trails in Buttermere, with incredible vistas across the deep-water lake waiting to be discovered.
Types of Lake District Holidays
There is a variety of holiday cottages in the Lake District to suit any traveller's needs. Looking to whisk your loved one away for a romantic weekend? Try these Lake District log cabins or explore a selection of Lake District Cottages with hot tubs for added comfort. Gather the whole group for a rural getaway in one of these large cottages in the Lake District, or treat yourself from a collection of luxury cottages in the Lake District. If you can't imagine wandering the Lakes without your canine companion by your side, be sure to browse these pet-friendly cottages in the Lake District.