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An outdoor hot tub with bubbling water next to a patio table with four chairs and a large umbrella overlooking a green field at Plot 32 High Hesket near Armathwaite
34

Holiday Park

High Hesket near Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Plot 32, a wonderfully-presented holiday caravan resting in High Hesket, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Open-plan living space. Countryside views. Penrith 8.8 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles; North Pennines AONB 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1154008)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £618

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An outdoor patio with a round metal table and four chairs in front of a stone house at Bakers Yard Cottage in Grasmere
27
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.1★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

This charming, stone-built cottage rests in Grasmere, Cumbria. In a National Park. Close to amenities. Close to a lake. Off-road parking. Ambleside 4.3 miles; Windermere 8.8 miles; Keswick 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1132723)

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


for 3 nights £508

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A living room with a fireplace and sofa at Aspen Boutique
46
Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Aspen Boutique, a charming three-storey cottage in Windermere, in the Lake District National Park, boasts a PlayStation, woodburning stove and EV charging. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1179595)

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


for 3 nights £1200

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A stone building with a pointed roof and a white bay window on a street corner at Lonsdale Cottage in Kirkby Lonsdale
26
Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful cottage nestled in the historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Woodburning stove. Ideal for families. Off-road parking. Patio. Kendal 12.4 miles. (Ref. 926573)

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


for 3 nights £664

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A white two-story house with a gravel driveway and wildflowers in the foreground at Yew Fold in Kirkby-In-Furness
19
Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A charming cottage situated by the village of Kirkby in Furness, Lake District. Open-plan. Countryside. Broughton-in-Furness 5 miles; Ulverston 5 miles. (Ref. 984344)

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


for 3 nights £310

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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 & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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 wooden lodge with glass doors and windows a bench on the deck and trees around Brocklebank Lodge 35 in High Hesket near Armathwaite
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36

Holiday Park

High Hesket near Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Plot 35, a charming, single-storey lodge, rests on the outskirts of High Hesket near Armathwaite in Cumbria, with an open plan and near a National Park. Carlisle 9.3 miles; Penrith 8.8 miles; North Pennines AONB 30.9 miles. (Ref. 1161016)

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

  • 25% off - Fri 15th May to 1st Jun 2026

  • 20% off - Sat 6th Jun to 19th Jun 2026


for 3 nights £485

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A row of gray houses with white doors and windows with blinds a green lawn and stone path in front at Oxen Park Farm Cottage Oxen Park near Ulverston
27
Oxen Park near Ulverston, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-presented, mid-terrace cottage nestled in Oxen Park near Ulverston, Cumbria. Rural. Dishwasher. Off-road parking. Coniston Water 7 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 9.4 miles; Lake Windermere 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1086723)

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


for 3 nights £422

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A stone cottage with a mossy roof and garden with pink flowers and stone walls at The LA'AL Cragg in Kirkby Stephen
32
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The LA'AL Cragg is a characterful, one-bedroom cottage resting rurally in North Stainmore near Brough, Cumbria. Romantic. Countryside views. Near AONB. Kirkby Stephen 6.1 miles; Appleby-in-Westmorland 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1141343)

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


for 3 nights £473

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A house with large windows and peaked roofs illuminated at dusk with trees and stone wall in front at The Ridge in Bowness-On-Windermere
31
Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ridge House is a luxury, three-storey house overlooking Lake Windermere near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting a cinema, games room, and boathouse. Windermere Train Station 4.8 miles; Ambleside 9 miles; Kendal 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1165746)

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


for 3 nights £5999

Last booked 2 days ago
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A cabin with a deck and outdoor seating area at The Badger's Shack, Garnett Bridge, Longsleddale. Near Kendal
30
Garnett Bridge, Longsleddale. Near Kendal, Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful, detached lodge resting in Garnett Bridge, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Windermere 9.4 miles; Ambleside 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1066267)

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


for 3 nights £725

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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★

    Perfect

  • 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


for 3 nights £380

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An outdoor area with a terrace and hot tub at Victoria Mount in Grange-Over-Sands
65
Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An arresting detached dwelling sitting at the centre of excitement within the town of Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. Outstanding sea views. Period features. En-suites. Newby Bridge 6.5 miles; Milnthorpe 11 miles; Kendal 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1024036)

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


for 3 nights £2520

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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★

    Outstanding

  • 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

  • 5% off - Fri 22nd May to 30th May 2026


for 3 nights £662

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An exterior view of a modern house with large windows at Darwin Retreat in Wigton
12

Holiday Park

Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

Darwin Retreat is a lovely lodge on North Lakes Holiday Park, near Aspatria, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, open-plan layout, veranda, and sauna. Cockermouth 9.5 miles, Keswick 17.3 miles, Carlisle 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1189368)

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


for 3 nights £1409

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Two green static caravans with wooden stairs on gravel beside a paved road and trees in the background at Lodge 2 in Silverdale
40
Silverdale, Lancashire, LA5
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lodge 2 is a lovely, single-storey lodge situated on the rural outskirts of Silverdale, on a farm in Lancashire, near to a beach and a national park. Arnside 3.2 miles; Carnforth 5 miles. (Ref. 1171413)

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


for 3 nights £411

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A wooden cabin with a small deck and chairs near trees and a body of water at High Rigg Shepherd's Delight in Brampton Cumbria
12
Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Beautifully furnished, luxury shepherd's hut.Located next to the lake at Highrigg, near the Cumbria village of Wetheral. Open country views. Close to Hadrian's Wall. Decked area with hot tub. Carlisle 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1002051)

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


for 3 nights £578

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The exterior of a stone building with blue bay windows black door and black metal fence at The Haven in Windermere
65
Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic, mid-terrace, four-storey house resting in Windermere, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Smart TV. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1069448)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights £1692

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A cream cottage with green window frames and flower pots outside on a gravel driveway at West View in Leasgill near Milnthorpe
Offer
35
Leasgill near Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A semi-detached cottage set in the village of Leasgill, Cumbria. Enclosed raised garden. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Near National Park. Bike storage. Arnside 5 miles; Silverdale 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1097754)

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

  • 20% off - Fri 12th Jun to 19th Jun 2026

  • 20% off - Fri 19th Jun to 26th Jun 2026


for 3 nights £532

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A white house with a garage surrounded by a large lawn and trees at The White House in Cartmel
43
Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This beautiful detached property is located in the South Lakeland village of Cartmel. Extensive walled garden. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Grange-over-Sands 2.3 miles; Windermere 14 miles. (Ref. 1023959)

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


for 3 nights £975

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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.