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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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This charming terrace cottage rests in the ancient village of Flookburgh, in Cumbria. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Grange-over-Sands 3.2 miles; Cartmel 3.5 miles. (Ref. 999521)

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A charming terraced cottage nestled in the quiet village of Newby Bridge in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Grange-over-Sands 6.9 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 7.9 miles; Ambleside 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1110651)

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3 nights from €668

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An impressive, detached house resting in Bampton near Shap, Cumbria. Hot tub. Bar. Games room. Pooley Bridge 7.6 miles; Penrith 9.8 miles; Kendal 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1076524)

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3 nights from €3503

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Lime Tree Cottage is a beautiful, stone-front property resting in Winton near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Near Yorkshire Dales National Park. Pet-friendly. Appleby-in-Westmorland 9.8 miles; Sedbergh 16 miles; Barnard Castle 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1142983)

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3 nights from €689

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Liz's Lodge is a delightful, single-storey lodge resting in the South Lakeland Leisure Village, Carnforth. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Carnforth 2.2 miles; Kendal 14 miles; Windermere 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1154744)

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3 nights from €659

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Dalegarth Hall Farm Cottage 2 is a delightful holiday home situated in Boot, Eskdale, a quaint parish in Cumbria. In National Park. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Eskdale 1.9 miles; Gosforth 7.3 miles; Seascale 9.9 miles; Wasdale Head 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1135824)

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3 nights from €890

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Dalegarth Hall Farm Cottage 2 is a delightful holiday home situated in Boot, Eskdale, a quaint parish in Cumbria. In National Park. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Eskdale 1.9 miles; Gosforth 7.3 miles; Seascale 9.9 miles; Wasdale Head 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1135822)

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3 nights from €749

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Gressingham 7 is a delightful, single-storey lodge settled into Warton, near Carnforth, Lancashire. Close to a lake. Watersports facilities. In AONB. Lancaster 8.8 miles; Laker District National Park 9.9 miles; Forest of Bowland AONB 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1150607)

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3 nights from €959

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Brimstone is a sleek, duplex apartment over the second and third floors, resting in the village of Backbarrow near Ulverston, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Lake Windermere 10.1 miles; Coniston Water 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1147357)

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Garden Cottage is a charming cottage situated in Great Salkeld near Lazonby, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Near Lake District National Park. Penrith 5.3 miles; Pooley Bridge 11 miles. (Ref. 1141145)

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3 nights from €649

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Winder Barn, a lovely holiday barn conversion resting near Askham, Cumbria. Smart TV. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. En-suites. Off-road parking. Penrith 5 miles; Ambleside 30.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 33.4 miles. (Ref. 1131722)

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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)

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Howgill House is a charming three-storey abode resting in Sedbergh, a quaint market town in Cumbria. Open-plan. Near to shop and pub. Woodburning stove. Kendal 11.1 miles; Hawes 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1150042)

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3 nights from €909

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Driftwood Studio is a charming and stylish abode resting along the coast in Goadsbarrow, near Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. Romantic. Countryside views. Barrow-in-Furness 5.4 miles; Ulverston 7.3 miles; Windermere 24.8 miles. (Ref. 1135154)

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3 nights from €608

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Little Winder is a quaint holiday cottage located on the outskirts of the charming village of Askham. Single-storey. Couple's retreat. Pet-friendly. Penrith 6 miles; Ambleside 36 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 32.8 miles. (Ref. 1150899)

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3 nights from €745

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Eden Vale, a rustic cottage is located in the lovely market town of Broughton-in-Furness in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Within Lake District National Park. Millom 7.2 miles; Coniston 9.2 miles; Ulverston 11.4 miles (Ref. 1150549)

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3 nights from €789

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Rose House, a beautifully-presented, family-friendly property is located in the lovely lakeside town of Windermere. Massage chair. Hot tub. Near amenities. Ambleside 5.3 miles; Kendal 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1148853)

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3 nights from €1376

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The Tower is a charming, two-bedroom abode tucked away in Kirklinton, a small village in Cumbria. Romantic. Underfloor heating. Smart TV. Longtown 4.7 miles; Gretna Green 8.6 miles; Brampton 8.6 miles; Carlisle 9 miles; Dumfries 32. (Ref. 1102745)

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3 nights from €552

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Winder Green is a well-presented cottage situated near the lovely village of Askham in Cumbria. Tranquil rural setting. Pet-friendly. Reverse-level. Penrith 5 miles; Ambleside 30.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 33.4 miles. (Ref. 1131723)

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3 nights from €1206

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86 Market Street is a welcoming, duplex apartment located in the heart of Ulverston, a small market town in Cumbria. Open-plan. Close to shop and pub. Lake Windermere 16.7 miles; Coniston Water 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1147912)

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3 nights from €553

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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 Lake District Cottages at the Last Minute?

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 Near Last-minute Lake District Breaks

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. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.