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A bedroom with a double bed and floral bedding next to a table with two chairs by a glass door at High Rigg Shepherd's Sunset in Brampton Cumbria
17
Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This enchanting shepherd's hut rests in Heads Nook, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Pet-free. Brampton 5.6 miles; Carlisle 8.2 miles; Penrith 19 miles. (Ref. 1083212)

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

3 nights from £552

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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
19
Penrith, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • 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

  • 5% off - Wed 27th Aug to 31st Oct 2025

3 nights from £496

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An exterior door with greenery around it on a white building with gravel in front at Ghyll Cottage in Milnthorpe
30
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 exterior of a green cottage with a stone tiled pathway and a grassy lawn at Yew - Woodland Cottages in Bowness-On-Windermere
28
Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This delightful four bedroom Lakeland cottage is set amongst beautiful grounds. Woodburner. WiFi. Hot tub. Ambleside 5 miles. (Ref. 942516)

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

3 nights from £998

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone exterior of a house with multiple windows and a black iron gate at Lune Cottage in Kirkby Lonsdale
31
Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming stone-built cottage settled in the South Lakeland town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Smart TV. Town centre. Lune Valley. Front courtyard with seating. Kendal 12.4 miles; Morecambe 16.4 miles. (Ref. 948213)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £496

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A white stone cottage with a small garden and stone wall at Carrock Cottage in East Woodside near Dalston
29
East Woodside near Dalston, Cumbria, CA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • 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

Last booked 2 days ago
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A gravel driveway with a tree on a lawn beside a stone and brick house at The Roost in Cumdivock near Dalston
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Cumdivock near Dalston, Cumbria, CA5
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Roost is a charming, semi-detached holiday home situated in the small village of Cumdivock near Dalston in Cumbria with a handy en-suite bedroom. Carlisle 7.5 miles; Keswick 23.1 miles, Penrith 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1159140)

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

3 nights from £438

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Exterior view of a stone house with white doors and windows and plants growing around at Hart Head Barn in Rydal
45
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

  • £229 off - Fri 19th Sep to 26th Sep 2025

  • £229 off - Fri 26th Sep to 3rd Oct 2025

3 nights from £1256

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A stone house with a gravel driveway and trimmed bushes at Summerhow Retreat in Kendal
42
Kendal, Cumbria, LA9
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Summerhow Retreat is a charming abode in the outskirts of Kendal, a vibrant town in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Windermere 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1151286)

  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £529

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Exterior view of a stone and stucco cottage with four windows and a gravel driveway at Croft Cottage in Appleby-In-Westmorland
38
Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming mid-terrace cottage resting in the village of Long Marton, near Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. En-suite. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Penrith 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1034118)

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

3 nights from £484

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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★

    Perfect

  • 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 white house with multiple windows and a gravel driveway in front with hills in the background at One Side House Farm in Langdale
43
Langdale, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

One Side House Farm, a stunning farm house conversion in the charming valley of Langdale, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove. Ambleside 6.8 miles; Coniston 8.4 miles; Grasmere 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1147888)

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

3 nights from £790

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A street view of modern and stone houses with gray roofs and trees in the background at Fig Cottage in Kirkby Stephen
23
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This immaculate holiday cottage rests in Kirkby Stephen in Cumbria. On the fringes of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. Woodburning stove. Sauna. Barnard Castle 21.9 miles; Kendal 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1057074)

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

3 nights from £717

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A street with houses and a red door at 10 Keekle Terrace in Cleator Moor
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Keekle near Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

  • Sykes rating

10 Keekle Terrace in Keekle, Cumbria, is a contemporary-styled, three-storey holiday home with an enclosed garden and welcoming two furry friends. Whitehaven 2.9 miles; Cockermouth 13.9 miles; Bassenthwaite 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1161376)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £512

Last booked 2 days ago
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A white two-story house with four windows and a blue door beside a road with trees and stone walls at Town End Farmhouse in Newby Bridge
29
Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Stunning Country Cottage perfect for larger groups looking to explore the lakes. This cottage offers fabulous outdoor space and four bedrooms. WiFi. Woodburner. Parking (Ref. 972624)

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

3 nights from £637

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An outdoor pathway with plants and shrubs next to a building with green wooden siding and a tiled roof at Maple - Woodland Cottages in Bowness-on-Windermere
27
Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely Lakeland cottage with five bedrooms and a hot tub located in a beautiful woodland just a short walk from the banks of Lake Windermere. Ambleside 5 miles. (Ref. 951729)

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

3 nights from £1620

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

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This stunning, ground-floor apartment sits within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Open-plan. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101581)

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

3 nights from £1006

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A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and green hills at The Myles Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
80
Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning ground-floor apartment resting within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Enclosed patio. Luxury. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1050480)

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

3 nights from £1006

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A house with a fenced area and steps at Evermore Lodge, 48 Calgarth Park, White Cross Bay, Windermere
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48 Calgarth Park, White Cross Bay, Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Evermore Lodge is a beautifully presented lodge in White Cross Bay, Windermere, with off-road parking and within the Lake District National Park. Troutbeck Bridge 1 miles; Windermere 2.3 miles; Bowness 3.2 miles; Ambleside 3.3 miles. (Ref. 1167327)

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

3 nights from £537

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone house with four windows and a front door surrounded by trimmed bushes and trees at Sunny Brae in Lindale
27
Lindale, Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sunny Brae is gorgeous, detached cottage in Lindale near Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Driveway parking. Feature bath. Lovely views. Cartmel 3.9 miles; Kendal 11.4 miles; Lake Windermere 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1149451)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £895

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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.