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7 Sandpiper - 1172208 - photo 1
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Canforth near Burton-In-Kendal, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

7 Sandpiper is a delightful house located near Canforth in Lancashire, boasting ground-floor living, a stunning marina view, and three Smart TVs. Kirkby Lonsdale 9 miles; Lancaster 9 miles; Kendal 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1172208)

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

3 nights from £424

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Ghyll Cottage - 1050582 - photo 1
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Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A well-appointed cottage nestled in the delightful hamlet of Leasgill near the village of Milnthorpe. Outstanding interiors. Close to National Park. Woodburning stove. Arnside 5.1 miles; Kendal 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1050582)

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

3 nights from £1001

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The Lodge - 1138046 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Lodge is a delightful 2 floors cottage nestled into the countryside of Staveley near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. In national park. Near a lake. Grange-over-Sands 6.3 miles; Windermere 8.5 miles; Ulverston 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1138046)

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

3 nights from £856

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Keepers Cottage - 923820 - photo 1
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Backbarrow near Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Majestic stone detached cottage, 1.5 miles from Backbarrow. Private hot tub, woodburning stove, slate interior wall and beams, underfloor heating, WiFi. Large terrace courtyard garden with stunning views. Newby Bridge 2.5 miles. (Ref. 923820)

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

3 nights from £1066

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High Cunsey Farm - 1042922 - photo 1
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Far Sawrey, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A deluxe, five-bedroom property set within nine acres of land, with access to the shores of Lake Windermere. Three floors. Ideal for large gatherings with family and friends. Woodburning stove. (Ref. 1042922)

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

3 nights from £1696

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Old Stable - 1115119 - photo 1
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Roose, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A stylish, four-bedroom barn conversion resting in Aldingham near Ulverston, Cumbria. Hot tub. Countryside views. Close to beach. Near National Park. Ulverston 6 miles; Barrow-in-Furness 6.8 miles; Lakeside 15.8 miles; Windermere 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1115119)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1429

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Lonsdale House - 1083699 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A magnificent, mid-terrace house resting in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Near a lake. Near a railway station. Ample off-road parking. Ambleside 5.8 miles; Kendal 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1083699)

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

3 nights from £1092

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Eller Close House - 1065969 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This stunning three-bedroom property is nestled in the Lake District National Park in Grasmere, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Keswick 12.2 miles; Windermere 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1065969)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £1664

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Lingmoor - 1042067 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful base for exploring Lake Windermere and Bowness, this contemporary residence offers spectacular views across the lake to the fells beyond. (Ref. 1042067)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £615

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Crow's Nest - 1061703 - photo 1
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Arnside, Cumbria, LA5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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

  • 5% off - Mon 28th Apr to 9th May 2025

3 nights from £651

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Yew Cottage - 938717 - photo 1
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Backbarrow, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Superb spacious character luxury stone, terraced cottage. Private terrace courtyard garden with hot tub. Woodburning stove, beams, all en-suite bedrooms with Smart TVs. Newby Bridge 2.5 miles. (Ref. 938717)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1320

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Lodge 3 - 1171414 - photo 1
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Silverdale, Lancashire, LA5
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

Lodge 3 is a pleasant, single-storey lodge located on a farm on the rural outskirts of Silverdale in Lancashire, near to a beach and a national park. Arnside 3.2 miles; Carnforth 5 miles. (Ref. 1171414)

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

3 nights from £452

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The Vicarage - 1064519 - photo 1
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near Rosthwaite, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A spectacular, detached house resting in the Borrowdale Valley near Rosthwaite, Cumbria. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stoves. Large garden. Keswick 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1064519)

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

3 nights from £1750

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Penny Bridge House - 1130855 - photo 1
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Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Penny Bridge House is an elegant, six-bedroom home resting in Penny Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Games room. Near National Park. Coniston Water 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1130855)

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

3 nights from £1870

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Thimble Hall - 1041953 - photo 1
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Grasmere, 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 £1282

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The Arthur Suite Stone Cross Mansion - 1101469 - photo 1
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Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stunning, first-floor apartment sitting in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Close to amenities. Beautiful views. Off-road parking. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101469)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £738

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Bishop Fell - 1027058 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Spacious property with luxurious interior, immaculate and stunning panoramic views.Free use of leisure facilities Near Newby Bridge and Lake Windermere 1.4 miles. (Ref. 1027058)

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

3 nights from £993

Last booked 5 hours ago
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Hart Head Barn - 1041027 - photo 1
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Rydal, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Converted Lakeland barn located in the hamlet of Rydal near Grasmere. Family friendly. Open fire. Patio garden with hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Pub 5 mins walk. Ambleside 2 miles. (Ref. 1041027)

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

  • £1240 off - Fri 19th Dec to 26th Dec 2025

3 nights from £1256

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5 The Old Sawmill - 1051899 - photo 1
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Warcop near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful,end-terraced cottage resting in Warcop, Cumbria. Enclosed patio garden. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Children and pet friendly. Penrith 19 miles, Sedbergh 19.1 miles, Kendal 28.5 miles; Reeth 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1051899)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £440

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Fair Rigg Old Farm - 1041935 - photo 1
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Cartmel, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Fair Rigg Old Farm is a superb example of a quintessential 17th Century Lakeland country farm house great accommodation in a superb property with wonderful period features set in a large garden. Ten minutes drive to the beautiful village or Cartmel or the shores of Lake Windermere. (Ref. 1041935)

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

3 nights from £964

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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. On the other hand, if you're ready to book and only hoping to go away for a few days, then there's also plenty of availability for short breaks in the Lake District too. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.