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A house with stone walls and trees at Moss Crag in Glenridding
69
Glenridding, Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Moss Crag, a welcoming house, in Lake District National Park, Glenridding, Cumbria, boasting en-suite facilities and is near a lake, river and amenities. Pooley Bridge 8 miles; Windermere 12 miles; Penrith 12.5 miles (Ref. 1175242)

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


for 3 nights £1368

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The front exterior of a stone house with a green door a bay window a stone patio and a small fenced garden area at Roselea in Keswick
29
Keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely terraced cottage situated in the village of Keswick in the Lake District. Over three floors. Woodburner. Spacious retreat. Perfect for families or travellers. Bassenthwaite 7 miles. (Ref. 977956)

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


for 3 nights £732

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A canal with a red narrowboat moored next to a paved walkway and modern houses along the water at 9 Swan House in Tewitfield Marina
41
Tewitfield Marina, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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9 Swan House is a charming cottage tucked away within Tweitfield Marina near Carnforth in Lancashire, admiring marina views and nearby a National Park. Carnforth 2.7 miles; Kendal 13.7 miles; Windermere 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1169103)

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


for 3 nights £484

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A courtyard with a lawn and garden in front of residential buildings at Lakeside View in Lakeside near Bowness-On-Windermere
72
Lakeside near Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Private. Windermere Train Station 9.9 miles; Kendal 12.7 miles; Ambleside 13 miles. (Ref. 1140421)

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


for 3 nights £661

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Stone terraced houses with white doors and red tree in front at Hannah's Cottage in Bowness-On-Windermere
35
Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Hannah's Cottage is a delightful terraced house resting in the town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Roadside parking. Smart TV. Enclosed patio. Open-plan. Windermere Train Station 1 mile; Ambleside 5.4 miles; Kendal 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1126710)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £710

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An exterior view of a stone and white house with grey doors and a small fenced garden area at Coney Garth Retreat in Beckermet
32
Beckermet, Cumbria, CA21
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Semi-detached barn conversion located in the quiet village of Beckermet on the West Coast of Cumbria. Open-plan living with stunning countryside views. Patio with furniture and hot tub. Pub 4 mins walk. (Ref. 980465)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £541

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A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and hills at The Emma Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
67
Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A spacious, second-floor apartment sitting in the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion, Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Off-road parking. Pet-free. Open-plan. Smart TV. Rural location. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1050478)

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


for 3 nights £691

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An exterior view of a stone cottage with multiple windows and a small garden area at Laithe Cottage in Pennington near Ulverston
42
Pennington near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful stone cottage nestled in the hamlet of Pennington, South Lakeland. Spectacular views. Hot tub. Pet-free. Broughton Beck 3.7 miles; Dalton-in-Furness 4.1 miles; Bardsea 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1054351)

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


for 3 nights £572

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A country house with driveways surrounded by fields and hills at Oakdene Country House in Sedbergh
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Sedbergh, Yorkshire Dales - North, LA10
  • Sleeps23
  • Bedrooms11
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights £4664

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An outdoor balcony with two chairs a glass table and a storage box attached to a stone house at Bronte House in Kirkby Lonsdale
31
Kirkby Lonsdale, Yorkshire Dales, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £516

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A small black corrugated metal shepherd hut with open door on a gravel area with bench table and chairs and fire pit at La'al Ling in Penrith
19
Penrith, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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La'al Ling, a beautifully-presented shepherd's hut in the quaint village of Cliburn near Penrith, Cumbria. Romantic. Hot tub. Barbecue. Woodburning stove. Keswick 22.2 miles; Carlisle 24.8 miles. (Ref. 1154800)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 3 nights £502

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A stone house with green window frames and a pathway leading to a wooden gate at Yewbarrow in Gosforth
33
Gosforth, Lake District, CA20
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Yewbarrow is an idyllic cottage settled in Gosforth, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Garden. Seascale 3.1 miles; Whitehaven 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1073678)

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


for 3 nights £444

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A two-story house with a paved driveway and stone wall at Rose House in Windermere
64
Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 3 nights £1106

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Stone exterior wall with a gray door and small window a plant in a pot and a bench outside at Coney Garth Cottage in Beckermet
24
Beckermet, Cumbria, CA21
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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An exceptional, semi-detached property resting within the village of Beckermet. Open-plan living room. WiFi. Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Egremont 3 miles; Whitehaven 8.5 miles. (Ref. 980466)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £498

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A stone house with multiple windows and a stone wall beside a narrow road at Crows Nest in Arnside
56
Arnside, Cumbria, LA5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

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


for 3 nights £612

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A backyard view of a house with large windows and steps leading to a patio at Pembroke in Cartmel
45
Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Pembroke is a delightful, Three-bedroom bungalow in Cartmel, Cumbria. Near National Park. Contemporary. Enclosed garden. Near amenities. Grange-over-Sands 2.1 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 14 miles. (Ref. 1129512)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights £586

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Stone house exterior with white door and windows small garden and plants near entrance at The Cow Byre in Barras near Kirkby Stephen
23
Barras near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Superb semi-detached Kirkby Stephen cottage in pretty hamlet, close to Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Park. Four poster bed. Kirkby Stephen 5 miles. (Ref. 7512)

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


for 3 nights £374

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An entrance hallway with a white door and a carpeted staircase at Lonsdale House in Bowness-On-Windermere
50
Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A magnificent, mid-terrace house resting in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Near a lake. Near a railway station. Ample off-road parking. Ambleside 5.8 miles; Kendal 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1083699)

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


for 3 nights £1075

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An exterior view of a stone and plaster building with two windows a wooden door and green shrubs at Lark Meadow in Kirkby Lonsdale
33
Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A superb two-bedroom cottage resting on the outskirts of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Exceptional views. Kendal 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1071466)

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


for 3 nights £450

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An exterior view of a cottage with green door and siding a stone walkway and grass at Rowan - Woodland Cottages in Windermere
29
Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Outstanding cottage in 6 acres of woodland within walking distance to Bowness-on-Windermere. Spacious rooms with woodburning stove. Large gardens with hot tub. Ambleside 5 miles. (Ref. 958713)

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


for 3 nights £1620

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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 Book 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 during 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, as well as plenty of cheap cottages in the Lake District if you're hoping to make a saving. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.