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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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Beckside Cottage - 1061080 - photo 1
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Caldbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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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)

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

3 nights from £503

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The Gallery - 1042094 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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

  • 5% off - Fri 14th Jun to 30th Aug 2024

3 nights from £449

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Beck Cottage - 1151427 - photo 1
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Satterthwaite, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Beck Cottage, an elegant holiday cottage resting in Satterthwaite, Lake District. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Historical property. Private driveway. Ambleside 10.4 miles; Kendal 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1151427)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
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3 nights from £671

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5 The Old Sawmill - 1051899 - photo 1
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Warcop near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £422

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Dairy Cottage - 1052158 - photo 1
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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA17
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A superb barn conversion resting on a working farm, near Kirkby Stephen. En-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Rural location. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.8 miles; Barnard Castle 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1052158)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £489

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2 Colby House Barn - 1056488 - photo 1
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Colby near Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, ca16
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £553

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Valley View - 1122374 - photo 1
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Troutbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £495

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Kirkstone Cottage - 998245 - photo 1
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Outgate near Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

3 nights from £401

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Buttermere - 30135 - photo 1
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Spark Bridge near Greenodd, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • 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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £358

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Town End Farmhouse - 972624 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    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)

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

3 nights from £694

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Woodhead Farm Cottage - 980511 - photo 1
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Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    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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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from £575

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Hawkshead Hall - 1042182 - photo 1
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Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from £1067

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The Burrow - 1050772 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    3.8★

    Good

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This three-storey cottage rests in central Windermere, close to all shops and restaurants. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. En-suite. Conservatory. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1050772)

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

3 nights from £530

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Allergarth Barn - 1072236 - photo 1
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Roweltown near Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA6
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

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This superb, single-storey barn conversion rests in Roweltown, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. On a working farm. Garden with furniture. Carlisle 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1072236)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £465

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Bank Cottage - 998027 - photo 1
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Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A smart and welcoming mid-terrace cottage in the market town of Alston. Pet friendly, balcony, WiFi, shops and pubs two minutes walk. Stanhope 12 miles. (Ref. 998027)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £377

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Garth Gill - 1110318 - photo 1
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Garsdale near Hawes, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful secluded, detached cottage overlooking the valley of Garsdale. Woodburning stove. Lawned garden. Smart TV. Hawes 7.3 miles; Leyburn 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1110318)

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

3 nights from £557

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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)

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

3 nights from £516

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Amber Cottage - 25689 - photo 1
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Cark in Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Cosy mid-terrace cottage in quaint village close to pub with excellent walks. Wonderful location for touring this lovely area. Cartmel 2 miles. (Ref. 25689)

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

3 nights from £423

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Gilson - 1024706 - photo 1
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Far Sawrey, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful end-terrace cottage situated on the site of the Freshwater Biological Association, one mile from Far Sawrey village. King-size double bedroom. WiFi. Dog-friendly. Luxury accommodation. Bowness-on-Windermere 1.5 miles via ferry. (Ref. 1024706)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £501

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Winster Fields - 26823 - photo 1
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Cartmel Fell near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

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)

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

3 nights from £518

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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

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