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A stone house with multiple windows and a stone wall beside a narrow road at Crows Nest in Arnside
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56
Arnside, Cumbria, LA5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

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

  • 10% off - Fri 25th Jul to 8th Aug 2025

  • 5% off - Sat 16th Aug to 13th Sep 2025

3 nights from £651

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An outdoor patio with a glass table and six chairs next to a house with ivy on the wall at Swaledale Watch House Annexe in Caldbeck
36
Caldbeck, Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A fantastic semi-detached annex resting on the outskirts of Calbeck, Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Romantic. Private garden. Wigton 7.8 miles; Carlisle 14.3 miles; Keswick 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1101778)

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

3 nights from £380

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A stone house with a wooden balcony overlooking a lake at Lowe-McConnell in Far Sawrey
26
Far Sawrey, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

Quality terraced cottage on the site of the Freshwater Biological Association at Mitchell Wyke Bay, one mile from Far Sawrey. King-size double. Balcony with views of Windermere. Bowness-on-Windermere 1.5 miles via ferry. (Ref. 1024721)

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

3 nights from £481

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The front exterior of a stone house with two windows a door with a wreath and a metal fence at 3 Eden View in Lazonby
43
Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

3 Eden View is a lovely, pet-friendly cottage resting near the Lake District National Park in Lazonby, Cumbria, with woodburning stove and enclosed garden. Pooley Bridge 15.3 miles; Penrith 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1165996)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £436

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An outdoor patio area with a table and six chairs on artificial grass surrounded by stone and plaster walls at Summerseat in Kirkby Stephen
39
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A traditional, family-friendly cottage sitting in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Pet-free. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.3 miles; Sedbergh 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles; Kendal 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1100866)

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

3 nights from £446

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A living room with two orange sofas cushions a wooden side table and a heart decoration on the wall at The Copper Loft in Windermere
19
Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A stylish first-floor apartment lying in Windermere, Cumbria. Smart TV. En-suite bathroom. Close to amenities. Lovely views. Ambleside 4.6 miles; Kendal 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1065833)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £467

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Exterior view of a house with stone stairs and metal railing a white door and outdoor seating with two chairs and a table at Lane Head in Cartmel
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Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A well-presented cottage resting near the village of Cartmel in Lake District. Breakfast bar. Open-plan. Balcony. Grange-over-Sands 2 miles. (Ref. 906822)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £376

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Exterior view of a white cottage with a wooden door and windows a stone wall and black metal fence in front at Chapel Cottage in Sandford Cumbria
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Sandford, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A delightful converted Methodist church in the village of Sandford in Cumbria. Original features. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Appleby-in-Westmorland 4.5 miles; Kirkby Stephen 6.1 miles; Penrith 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1050753)

  • Wi-fi
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £380

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The exterior of a white cottage with a brick driveway and three trash bins at Limhus Cottage in Keswick
21
Keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A delightful ground-floor annex in the heart of the Lake District in Keswick, Cumbria. National Park location. Romantic. WiFi. Braithwaite 1.9 miles; Bassenthwaite 6.7 miles; Ullswater 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1063127)

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

3 nights from £557

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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

    Sykes Rating

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

3 nights from £585

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A small black corrugated metal shepherd hut with open door on a gravel area with bench table and chairs and fire pit at La'al Ling in Penrith
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Penrith, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

La'al Ling, a beautifully-presented shepherd's hut in the quaint village of Cliburn near Penrith, Cumbria. Romantic. Hot tub. Barbecue. Woodburning stove. Keswick 22.2 miles; Carlisle 24.8 miles. (Ref. 1154800)

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

3 nights from £496

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A stone house with two dormer windows green climbing plants and a courtyard at Mews Cottage in Pooley Bridge near Penrith
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Pooley Bridge near Penrith, Lake District, CA10
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Delightful Lake District cottage in Pooley Bridge. Walled garden. Open fire. Perfect romantic retreat. Penrith 6 miles. (Ref. 25680)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

3 nights from £446

Last booked 3 days ago
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An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs and a round table next to a green mobile home with wooden steps and trees in the background at Lodge 1 in Silverdale
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Silverdale, Lancashire, LA5
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Lodge 1 is a pet-friendly, single-storey lodge nestled on a farm on the outskirts of Silverdale in Lancashire, nearby a beach and a national park. Arnside 3.2 miles; Carnforth 5 miles. (Ref. 1170915)

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

3 nights from £411

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Exterior view of a row of connected white cottages with multiple windows and a central door at Fellside Cottage in Embleton near Keswick
Offer
29
Embleton near Keswick, Lake District, CA13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

This charming, semi-detached cottage rests in Embleton near Keswick, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Romantic. Woodburning stove. Beautiful views. Bassenthwaite Lake 1.9 miles; Cockermouth 4.9 miles; Keswick 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1069346)

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

  • £90 off - Fri 8th Aug to 15th Aug 2025

3 nights from £405

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A wooden deck attached to a house overlooking a lake with glass and wood railings at Elim in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Tewitfield
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South Lakeland Leisure Village near Tewitfield, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A wonderful, detached lodge resting in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Tewitfield, Lancashire. Private jetty. Next to lake. Off-road parking. Carnforth 2.3 miles; Kendal 14.1 miles; Windermere 27.9 miles. (Ref. 1099944)

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

3 nights from £652

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A canal with a red narrowboat moored next to a paved walkway and modern houses along the water at 9 Swan House in Tewitfield Marina
41
Tewitfield Marina, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

9 Swan House is a charming cottage tucked away within Tweitfield Marina near Carnforth in Lancashire, admiring marina views and nearby a National Park. Carnforth 2.7 miles; Kendal 13.7 miles; Windermere 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1169103)

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

3 nights from £422

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A stone house with a wooden gate and a gravel driveway surrounded by stone walls at Luham Cottage Edenhall near Langwathby
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Edenhall near Langwathby, Cumbria, CA11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Luham Cottage is a charming, stone-built cottage settled into the countryside of Cumbria. Countryside views. Couple’s retreat. Edenhall near Langwathby 1.8 miles, Langwathby; Penrith 3.2 miles; Lake District National Park 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1138730)

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

3 nights from £497

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A stone cottage with white framed windows a wooden bench and a green gate at Leisure Cottage in Kirkby Stephen
38
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This traditional, stone cottage rests in Kirkby Stephen. Cumbria. Near amenities and the River Eden. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Near National Park. Kendal 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1133025)

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

3 nights from £485

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A modern residential building with stone and gray walls and green lawn in front at Leven Reach in Backbarrow near Newby Bridge
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Backbarrow near Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Beautiful contemporary new-build ground floor apartment for adults only, with a private patio space adjacent to the river Leven (Ref. 1051202)

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

3 nights from £461

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A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and green fields at The Lucy Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
54
Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This fabulous, second-floor apartment rests within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Rural location. Luxury. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101603)

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

3 nights from £697

Last booked 2 days ago
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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. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.