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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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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)

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3 nights from $760

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    3.7

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A stunning stone barn conversion resting in the Lyth Valley, within Lake District National Park & close Levens. Kendal 7.8 miles; Lakeside 8.8 miles; Windermere 8.9 miles. (Ref. 950504)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $1692

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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This attractive, single-storey lodge rests in Brigham, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Cockermouth 2.5 miles; Workington 5.7 miles; Keswick 15.7 miles (Ref. 1080076)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from $555

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  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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Stunning studio apartment with luxury furnishings throughout. Fabulous views from a prime location close to Brockhole and Lake Windermere. Midway between Ambleside and Windermere. (Ref. 1042094)

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3 nights from $713

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A wonderful,end-terraced cottage resting in Warcop, Cumbria. Enclosed patio garden. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Children and pet friendly. Penrith 19 miles, Sedbergh 19.1 miles, Kendal 28.5 miles; Reeth 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1051899)

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3 nights from $672

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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Cosy, attached cottage nestled in a small courtyard within the village of Coniston, Cumbria. Pets welcome. Walking from the doorstep. WiFi. Shop and pub 5 mins walk. (Ref. 970773)

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3 nights from $944

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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A stunning converted barn tucked away in the idyllic village of Colby near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Secure bike storage. Ample parking. Boroughgate 1.8 miles; Penrith 13.6 miles; Carlisle 32.1 miles. (Ref. 1056488)

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3 nights from $881

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  • Bedrooms3
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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Flookburgh, Cumbria. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Cartmel 2.4 miles; Grange-over-Sands 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1135640)

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3 nights from $831

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    4.8

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A charming cottage nestled in the village of Caldbeck found within the Lake District National Park, just 9 miles from Bassenthwaite. (Ref. 1061080)

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3 nights from $802

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.5

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Superb cottage with lovely gardens. Close to the Lake District National Park. Lake Windermere 15 minutes' drive. WiFi. Windermere 7.4 miles. (Ref. 904994)

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3 nights from $844

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A lovely singe storey cottage nestled in the rural coutryside of Low Row village. Spacious. Beautiful views. TV and Hi-Fi system. Shop and pub 2 miles. Hadrian's Wall. Brampton 5 miles. (Ref. 985148)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $501

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.6

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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)

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3 nights from $1108

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.5

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A charming, ground-floor apartment set in a stunning location in the village of Troutbeck, Lake District. Garden. Great views. Off-road parking. Windermere 3.6 miles; Ambleside 4 miles. (Ref. 1122374)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $788

  • Sleeps2
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    4.5

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This wonderful cottage is situated in Outgate, Cumbria. Off-road parking. En-suite. Romantic. Ambleside 4 miles; Kendal 24 miles. (Ref. 998245)

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3 nights from $636

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A pleasant stone cottage resting in the little country village of Catteren. Countryside vistas. WiFi. DVD player. Penrith 4 miles. (Ref. 980511)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from $916

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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Comfortable log cabin set in tranquil and peaceful surroundings. Open plan living area and all ground floor. Greenodd 1.5 miles. (Ref. 30135)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from $568

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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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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3 nights from $1486

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.6

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Fabulous, spacious farmhouse with an acre of grounds and detatched sun/games room. Perfect for a large family party or group of friends. (Ref. 1042182)

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  • Games room

3 nights from $1708

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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A delightful, detached house sitting on the outskirts of Hawkshead, Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Ambleside 5.8 miles; Kendal 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1090947)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $1232

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.4

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A lovely semi-detached cottage set in a peaceful location, close to Lake Windermere. WiFi. Open plan living. Beautiful country views. Bowness-on-Windermere 5 miles. (Ref. 26823)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $826

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