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Penny Bridge House - 1130855 - photo 1
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Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Penny Bridge House is an elegant, six-bedroom home resting in Penny Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Games room. Near National Park. Coniston Water 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1130855)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €2587

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The Lodge - 1138046 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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The Lodge is a delightful 2 floors cottage nestled into the countryside of Staveley near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. In national park. Near a lake. Grange-over-Sands 6.3 miles; Windermere 8.5 miles; Ulverston 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1138046)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1178

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The Elterwater Barn - 1161140 - photo 1
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Lamplugh, Cumbria, CA14
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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The Elterwater Barn is a delightful, pet-friendly semi-detached holiday home located near the small town of Cleator Moor, Cumbria within the Lake District. Cockermouth 7.5 miles; Whitehaven 9.3 miles; Bassenthwaite 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1161140)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1085

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Ghyll Cottage - 1050582 - photo 1
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Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1380

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Rayson Hall Barns - 1171063 - photo 1
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Ousby, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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Rayson Hall Barns is a delightful barn conversion resting in the small village of Ousby near Langwathby in Cumbria with a toasty woodburning stove. Penrith 9.2 miles, Pooley Bridge 13.7 miles, Carlisle 24.1 miles (Ref. 1171063)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €681

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Rusland View - 1016597 - photo 1
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Rusland near Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful cottage lying in the charming hamlet of Crosslands, in the rural valley of Rusland, Cumbria. Outstanding views. Within the Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove. Perfect for couples. Coniston 9.9 miles; Windermere 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1016597)

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3 nights from €488

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Hill Cottage - 1041070 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Lakeland cottage in the centre of Ambleside. Modern bathrooms. Private back garden. Private parking. Pub 6 min walk. Lake Windermere 12 min walk. (Ref. 1041070)

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  • €199 off - Sat 17th May to 24th May 2025

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3 nights from €884

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Old Watermill - 1148973 - photo 1
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Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

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Old Watermill in a superb conversion of a 17th century watermill situated in Allithwaite, Cumbria. Open-plan living. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Cartmel 2 miles. (Ref. 1148973)

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3 nights from €914

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Yew Cottage - 938717 - photo 1
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Backbarrow, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Superb spacious character luxury stone, terraced cottage. Private terrace courtyard garden with hot tub. Woodburning stove, beams, all en-suite bedrooms with Smart TVs. Newby Bridge 2.5 miles. (Ref. 938717)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1824

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Bishop Fell - 1027058 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, England, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1369

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Macan - 1024713 - photo 1
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Far Sawrey, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

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A terraced cottage located in the village of Far Sawrey in Cumbria. Open-plan living. Terrace. Views over the lake. Pet-friendly. Hawkshead 3.9 miles; Bowness (via ferry) 1.5 miles. (Ref. 1024713)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €646

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Yew Fold - 984344 - photo 1
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Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from €464

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Crow's Nest - 1061703 - photo 1
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Arnside, Cumbria, LA5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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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3 nights from €894

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Ash Lodge - 951932 - photo 1
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Pennington near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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A cosy romantic lodge, countryside views, private decking with hot tub, Ulverston 3 miles, good base for touring the Lake District National Park. (Ref. 951932)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €816

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Allendale House - 1161688 - photo 1
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Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

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Allendale House is a wonderful holiday home resting in the rural village of Armathwaite in Cumbria with wonderful living rooms and en-suites. Carlisle 10.2 miles; Penrith 11.3 miles; North Pennines AONB 27.8 miles. (Ref. 1161688)

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3 nights from €1858

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Riddings Barn - 20016 - photo 1
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Howgill near Sedbergh, Yorkshire Dales, LA8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Excellent barn conversion in stunning Cumbrian countryside. Four spacious bedrooms, two with en-suites. Fabulous walking all around. Sedbergh 3 miles. (Ref. 20016)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €822

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3 Eden View - 1165996 - photo 1
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Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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3 Eden View is a lovely, pet-friendly cottage resting near the Lake District National Park in Lazonby, Cumbria, with woodburning stove and enclosed garden. Pooley Bridge 15.3 miles; Penrith 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1165996)

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  • Washing machine

3 nights from €465

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High Cunsey Farm - 1042922 - photo 1
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Far Sawrey, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A deluxe, five-bedroom property set within nine acres of land, with access to the shores of Lake Windermere. Three floors. Ideal for large gatherings with family and friends. Woodburning stove. (Ref. 1042922)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from €2324

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Casa Loma - 1055063 - photo 1
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Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This spectacular lodge overlooking the Jackdaw Quarry rests in Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire. Woodburning stove. Stylish interior. Idyllic location. Morecambe 8.4 miles; Lancaster 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1055063)

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

3 nights from €1482

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The Old House - 1132028 - photo 1
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Troutbeck Bridge, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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This lovely, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. In a National Park. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Windermere 1.2 miles; Ambleside 3.4 miles. (Ref. 1132028)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1130

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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 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 from 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.