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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)

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for 3 nights £719


for 3 nights £859

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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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)

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for 3 nights £585

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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)

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for 3 nights £662

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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)

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for 3 nights £738

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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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)

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for 3 nights £932

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    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)

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for 3 nights £415

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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)

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for 3 nights £648

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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)

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for 3 nights £624

  • Sleeps6
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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)

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for 3 nights £552

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Semi-detached barn conversion located in the quiet village of Beckermet on the West Coast of Cumbria. Open-plan living with stunning countryside views. Patio with furniture and hot tub. Pub 4 mins walk. (Ref. 980465)

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for 3 nights £535


for 3 nights £819

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Romantic apartment. Off road parking. EV charger. Patio with furniture. Smart TV. Pun 10 min walk. Coniston Water 30 min walk. (Ref. 1046009)

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for 3 nights £480

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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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)

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for 3 nights £570

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  • Bedrooms5
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    4.8

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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)

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for 3 nights £1052

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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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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for 3 nights £878

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    4.9

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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)

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for 3 nights £431

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights £618

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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)

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for 3 nights £533

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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A contemporary end-terrace cottage nestled in the quaint village of Newton Reigny, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Electric fire. Family-friendly. Penrith 2.9 miles; Keswick 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1080448)

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for 3 nights £474

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.