Last-Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
The outstanding views from your holiday home are a breath of fresh air for any jaded soul, and extend across serene Esthwaite Water. (Ref. 1041566)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £388
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Cherry Croft is a charming, detached bungalow resting rurally in Bowness-on-Solway nr Kirkbride, Cumbria. In AONB. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Port Carlisle 3.2 miles; Wigton 12 miles; Silloth 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1145565)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £431
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Private. Windermere Train Station 9.9 miles; Kendal 12.7 miles; Ambleside 13 miles. (Ref. 1140421)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £671
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A heart-warming barn conversion situated near the village of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Working farm. Hot tub. Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 961463)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £742
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £533
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
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
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Hannah's Cottage is a delightful terraced house resting in the town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Roadside parking. Smart TV. Enclosed patio. Open-plan. Windermere Train Station 1 mile; Ambleside 5.4 miles; Kendal 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1126710)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £707
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
An exceptional, semi-detached property resting within the village of Beckermet. Open-plan living room. WiFi. Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Egremont 3 miles; Whitehaven 8.5 miles. (Ref. 980466)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £489
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
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
3 nights from £951
- Sleeps23
- Bedrooms11
- PetsNo
A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £4540
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Heather's Cottage is an outstanding, detached property in Dalston near Carlisle, Cumbria. Spacious. Open-plan. Gardens. Off-road parking. Great location. Carlisle 6.2 miles. Penrith 17.3 miles. Keswick 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1143921)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £905
- Sleeps14
- Bedrooms7
- PetsNo
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
3 nights from £2468
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
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
3 nights from £408
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
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 £422
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
This fabulous, single-storey, terraced cottage sits in an elevated position with a lake view, private parking and lake access. Open-plan. Smart TV. Bedroom with en-suite. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 10 miles. (Ref. 1110113)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
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3 nights from £626
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A beautiful stone cottage nestled in the hamlet of Pennington, South Lakeland. Spectacular views. Hot tub. Pet-free. Broughton Beck 3.7 miles; Dalton-in-Furness 4.1 miles; Bardsea 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1054351)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £511
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
A superb reverse-level cottage set in the centre of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Ideal for couples. Open-plan. Great touring base. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.5 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1059544)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £366
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
This fabulous, four-storey holiday home rests in Windermere, Cumbria. Hot tub. Cinema/games room. Smart TVs. Ambleside 4.6 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1069445)
- Wi-fi
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £1623
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Spacious property with luxurious interior, immaculate and stunning panoramic views.Free use of leisure facilities Near Newby Bridge and Lake Windermere 1.4 miles. (Ref. 1027058)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £993
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
6 The Chase is a welcoming, single-storey apartment nestled in the countryside of Bowland Bridge, a quiet village in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Dishwasher. Windermere Train Station 7.3 miles: Ambleside 11.3 miles; Kendal 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1132152)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £531
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:
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.