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Summerhow Retreat - 1151286 - photo 1
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Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA9
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €504

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The Annex - Eden House - 925449 - photo 1
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Edenhall near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A delightful first floor studio annexe in the charming, peaceful Eden Valley village of Edenhall. Character beams, studio accommodation. Ideal for a couple. Penrith 4 miles. (Ref. 925449)

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

3 nights from €359

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Bronte House - 1093917 - photo 1
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Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A stunning second-floor apartment nestled in Casterton near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Private parking. Open-plan living. Balcony. Smart TV. Kendal 15.4 miles; Lancaster 16.8 miles; Windermere 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1093917)

  • Wi-fi
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3 nights from €674

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Stable Cottage - 1124783 - photo 1
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Hallbankgate, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A charming two-bedroom cottage resting in Hallbankgate, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Electric flame-effect stove. North Pennines AONB. Brampton 3.6 miles; Carlisle 12.9 miles; Penrith 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1124783)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

3 nights from €548

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Beck House - 1057975 - photo 1
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Dovenby near Cockermouth, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA13
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A characterful semi-detached property resting in Dovenby near Cockermouth in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Off-road parking. Bassenthwaite 13.7 miles; Keswick 17 miles. (Ref. 1057975)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €504

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Raceside Cottage - 8849 - photo 1
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Kirksanton near Millom, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA18
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Lovely stone built barn conversion in hamlet of Kirkstanton. Two bedrooms, open plan living area. WiFi Beach 1 mile. Millom 2 miles. (Ref. 8849)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €486

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White Lion Cottage - 1042064 - photo 1
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this characterful cottage is the perfect base for families to explore the Langdale Valley., Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.1★

    Good

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Originally an 18th century Inn, White Lion Cottage is perfect for families. Dog friendly. Landscaped patio. Pub, shop and rive 5 mins walk. (Ref. 1042064)

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3 nights from €911

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Coach House - 1119113 - photo 1
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Arnside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA5
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful renovated coach house in Arnside, Cumbria. Near national park. Character features. Stylish and contemporary décor. Close to beach. Kendal 11.2 miles; Windermere 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1119113)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €615

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Tall Trees - 1041684 - photo 1
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Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2★

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(Ref. 1041684)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1354

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Jakanori - 956372 - photo 1
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Staveley, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Charming cottage in the vibrant village of Staveley. Within 5 minutes walk to local amenities. Pet-friendly, enclosed courtyard and WIFI. Windermere 5 miles. (Ref. 956372)

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

3 nights from €600

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The Croft Bungalow - 1061824 - photo 1
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Plumbland near Aspatria, Cumbria & The Lake District, ca7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A beautifully appointed bungalow resting the village of Plumbland near Aspatria. All-ground-floor accommodation. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Silloth 11.5 miles; Keswick 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1061824)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from €660

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Fell View Cottage - 26718 - photo 1
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Bootle near Millom, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA19
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Detached luxury barn in rural location on working farm. Woodburning stove. Ideal touring base for discovering area. Bootle 0.8 miles. (Ref. 26718)

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

3 nights from €507

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The Barn - 1130606 - photo 1
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Nether Wasdale, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA20
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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The Barn is a detached barn conversion resting in Nether Wasdale, Cumbria. Close to a shop and pub. Close to a lake. In National Park. Woodburning stove. Wast Water 3 miles; Seascale 6.9 miles (Ref. 1130606)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €670

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The Nook - 1124835 - photo 1
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Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA10
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

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A detached, Victorian house situated in the rural village of Gamblesby, Cumbria. Serene location. Coffee machine. Off-road parking. Penrith 10.5 miles; Carlisle 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1124835)

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3 nights from €948

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Parkers House - 1073338 - photo 1
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Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA9
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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An idyllic stone cottage set within the quaint town of Alston, Cumbria. Fantastic countryside views. Pet-friendly. Ideal for families. Stanhope 18.6 miles; Haydon Bridge 18.8 miles; Penrith 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1073338)

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

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3 nights from €1260

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The Cottage - 1127102 - photo 1
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Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA14
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A semi-detached cottage resting in the coastal town of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Close to a pub. Off-road parking. Windermere 24.9 miles; Silverdale 34.6 miles; Lancaster 46.1 miles. (Ref. 1127102)

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

3 nights from €616

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Station View - 1129927 - photo 1
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Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA17
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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This charming, two-bedroom cottage rests in Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Ulverston 5.2 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1129927)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
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  • Washing machine

3 nights from €645

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Orchard Cottage - 1050736 - photo 1
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Bolton near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A delightful end-of-terrace stone cottage located in Bolton, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Traditional cottage. Appleby-in-Westmorland 4.2 miles; Penrith 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1050736)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

3 nights from €590

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Beckside - 1042725 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A welcoming bungalow resting in the lovely town of Ambleside in the Lake District. Gas fire. All-ground-floor. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. (Ref. 1042725)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €710

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Carrock Cottage - 1049941 - photo 1
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East Woodside near Dalston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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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  • Washing machine

3 nights from €697

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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

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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

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