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An exterior view of a building entrance with green door and wooden paneling surrounded by various bushes and plants at Cherry - Woodland Cottages in Bowness-in-Windermere
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Bowness-in-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A lovely Lakeland cottage with hot tub located amongst surrounding woodland, just a stone's throw from the edge of Windermere. A great place for family and friends to get together. Ambleside 5 miles. (Ref. 951728)

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


for 3 nights £1589

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The exterior of a white house with wooden doors and windows with a gravel driveway and a glass conservatory at Silver Howe in Bowness
25
Bowness, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Silver Howe is a pleasing house nestled within the Lake District National Park, in Bowness, Cumbria, boasting an open fire and freestanding bath. Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 7 miles. (Ref. 1041578)

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


for 3 nights £719

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A building with seating area and grass at Wordsworth in Wigton
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Holiday Park

Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

Wordsworth is a gorgeous lodge on North Lakes Holiday Park, near Aspatria, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, Smart TV, and open-plan living space. Cockermouth 9.5 miles, Keswick 17.3 miles, Carlisle 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1189385)

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


for 3 nights £939

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A white stone cottage with a small garden and stone wall at Carrock Cottage in East Woodside near Dalston
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East Woodside near Dalston, Cumbria, CA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A Grade II listed cottage nestled close to the village of Dalston, Cumbria. Ideal for families. Woodburning stove. Set on a working farm. Wigton 4.5 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1049941)

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


for 3 nights £585

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A stone house with multiple windows and a stone wall beside a narrow road at Crows Nest in Arnside
Offer
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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

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for 3 nights £662

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Exterior of a two-story house with a small porch and garden pathway at Squirrel Cottage in Penruddock
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Penruddock, Cumbria, CA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Squirrel Cottage, a delightful reverse-level property resting in Penrith, Cumbria. Open-plan. Near Lake District National Park. On-site facilities. Keswick 10.9 miles; Lake District National Park 11.5 miles; Carlisle 20.3 miles (Ref. 1151941)

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


for 3 nights £624

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A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and hills at The Theobold Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
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Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A beautiful, first-floor apartment situated in the Grade II-listed Stone Cross Mansion, Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Superb finish. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101629)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights £738

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A brick house with a blue door and white framed windows with a garden path leading to the entrance at The Hollies in Thurstonfield near Carlisle
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Thurstonfield near Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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A Grade II listed farmhouse situated in Thurstonfield near Carlisle. Sauna. Hot tub. Character features. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Gretna Green 14.2 miles; Penrith 25.3 miles. (Ref. 1113061)

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


for 3 nights £694

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A stone house with patio furniture and flowering plants at The Gallery in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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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


for 3 nights £415

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A paved pathway and flowerbed outside a building with white walls and stone corner at Tarn End Cottages 12 Talkin near Brampton Cumbria
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Talkin near Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A luxury cottage on the edge of Talkin Tarn near Brampton in Cumbia. Stunning views to Carrock Fell. Beautiful interiors. Off-road parking. Brampton 2.3 miles; Carlisle 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1074471)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £648

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A large garden with a lawn and stone terraces outside a white house with large windows at Wykefield in Hawkshead
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Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Tucked away on the quieter bank of Lake Windermere, Wykefield is a really special rural retreat for your party. The outstanding views from your holiday home are a breath of fresh air for any jaded soul, and extend across serene Esthwaite Water. (Ref. 1041514)

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


for 3 nights £1178

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A stone building with windows next to a paved road and trees at Garth Gill in Garsdale near Hawes
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Garsdale near Hawes, Yorkshire Dales, LA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful secluded, detached cottage overlooking the valley of Garsdale. Woodburning stove. Lawned garden. Smart TV. Hawes 7.3 miles; Leyburn 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1110318)

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


for 3 nights £552

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Stone terraced houses with bay windows and a garden in front at The Thistles in Bowness-On-Windermere
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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The Thistles is a charming stone-built holiday cottage with off-road parking in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, in the Lake District National Park. Windermere Train Station 1.3 miles: Ambleside 5.7 miles; Kendal 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1156012)

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


for 3 nights £647

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A stone house with a gravel driveway green lawn and a small stream flowing beside it at Fell View House in Lambrigg near Kendal
58
Lambrigg near Kendal, Cumbria, LA8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Fell View House is a beautiful detached holiday home near the town of Kendal in Cumbria with a hot tub, woodburning stove and spacious, enclosed garden. Kendal 5.5 miles; Windermere 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1143601)

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


for 3 nights £932

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A large stone house with multiple windows and chimneys next to a road with directional signs in front of a forested hill
87
Keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sunnycroft is a stunning house in the popular town of Keswick, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, a private gym and countryside views to admire. Bassenthwaite 7.2 miles, Cockermouth 13,6 miles; Ullswater 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1166426)

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


for 3 nights £1052

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A single-story house with a tiled roof a white front door stone and white walls and a paved driveway at Lanterns At Grasmere in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Detached, modern lakeland house in Grasmere, all ground floor. 5 minute walk from the Swan. Sleeps 6, 3 bathrooms, wood burning stove. bike storage. Children welcome, no pets. (Ref. 1041025)

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


for 3 nights £818

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A hut with a hot tub and patio furniture at Wellington in Wigton
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Holiday Park

Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

Wellington is a delightful lodge on North Lakes Holiday Park, near Aspatria, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, en-suite bathroom, and open-plan living. Cockermouth 9.5 miles, Keswick 17.3 miles, Carlisle 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1189408)

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


for 3 nights £859

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A house with trees beside a green field and mountains in the background at One The Howe in keswick
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keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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A beautiful ground floor apartment with open plan living accommodation and beautiful views, situated just outside the popular market town of Keswick with pub and shop within twenty minutes walk. (Ref. 1041293)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights £616

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A stone house entrance with white door windows and a wooden bench surrounded by plants at Millans Garth in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A traditional terrace cottage situated in the village of Ambleside, the Lake District. Family-friendly. Central location. Within National Park. (Ref. 1042668)

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


for 3 nights £570

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A stone building with blue signs and shop windows on a street corner surrounded by trees at Shepherd's Crook in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Shepherd's Crook is a charming stone-built home in Grasmere, Cumbrua, set over three floors with hillside views and close by lakes and walks. Ambleside 4.4 miles; Windermere 8.6 miles; Keswick 13.1 miles. (Ref. 946739)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £878

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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 Book 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 during 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, as well as plenty of cheap cottages in the Lake District if you're hoping to make a saving. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.