Last-Minute Cottages in the Lake District

Within 10 miles
  • Within 1 mile
  • Within 2 miles
  • Within 3 miles
  • Within 5 miles
  • Within 10 miles
  • Within 20 miles
  • Within 30 miles
  • Within 50 miles
1
2
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
0
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
0
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
0
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
Pets
  • Pets
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • Property pet free
3
  • 7
  • 3
  • 4
  • -
  • 1
  • 2
  • 5
  • 6
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27
  • 28
3 Days +/-
  • Exact Dates
  • 1 Day +/-
  • 2 Days +/-
  • 3 Days +/-

British Travel Award Winners!

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded 'Best UK Holiday Cottage/Self Catering Booking Company' at the British Travel Awards.

Popular property types See all properties

Pet friendly

1002 properties

Properties with hot tubs

258 properties

Luxury

188 properties

Log cabins

243 properties

Properties with character

633 properties

Remote

105 properties

Last-Minute Cottages in the Lake District

REFINE SEARCH

Your Lake District search returned 1,073 cottages

Most relevant
  • Most relevant
  • Price (lowest first)
  • Price (highest first)
  • Sleeps (lowest first)
  • Sleeps (highest first)
  • Tick Rating (lowest first)
  • Tick Rating (highest first)
20
  • 10
  • 20
  • 50
  • 100
Map View
A bedroom with a double bed and floral bedding next to a table with two chairs by a glass door at High Rigg Shepherd's Sunset in Brampton Cumbria
17
Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This enchanting shepherd's hut rests in Heads Nook, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Pet-free. Brampton 5.6 miles; Carlisle 8.2 miles; Penrith 19 miles. (Ref. 1083212)

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


for 3 nights £534

See more details
A wooden deck patio with green planters and red flowers in front of glass doors at High Rigg Woodland Cottage in Brampton Cumbria
25
Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Beautiful, luxurious cottage in rural hamlet within a short drive of Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall. Two en-suite bedrooms. Wi-Fi. Balcony. Hot tub. Lovely shared gardens. Private parking. Short walk to local pub. (Ref. 992979)

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


for 3 nights £623

See more details
An outdoor dining area with chairs and a table set against a stone building wall at Hollowgill Barn in Sedbergh
45
Sedbergh, Yorkshire Dales, LA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This stunning reverse-level property resides in Sedbergh, Cumbria. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Hot tub. In a National Park. Kendal 15.1 miles; Hawes 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1093062)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Games room


for 3 nights £1183

Last booked 2 days ago
See more details
A house with large windows and peaked roofs illuminated at dusk with trees and stone wall in front at The Ridge in Bowness-On-Windermere
31
Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ridge House is a luxury, three-storey house overlooking Lake Windermere near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting a cinema, games room, and boathouse. Windermere Train Station 4.8 miles; Ambleside 9 miles; Kendal 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1165746)

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


for 3 nights £5409

See more details
A white cottage with stone wall and gravel driveway surrounded by plants and flowers at Rose Cottage in Broughton-In-Furness
31
Broughton-In-Furness, Lake District, LA20
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful cottage located near the town of Broughton-In-Furness in Cumbria. Hot tub. BBQ. Pet-friendly. Excellent views. (Ref. 981012)

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


for 3 nights £517

See more details
A detached house with tiled roof a paved walkway and garden at Cherry Croft in Bowness-On-Solway
27
Bowness-On-Solway, Dumfries & Galloway, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Cherry Croft is a charming, detached bungalow resting rurally in Bowness-on-Solway nr Kirkbride, Cumbria. In AONB. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Port Carlisle 3.2 miles; Wigton 12 miles; Silloth 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1145565)

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


for 3 nights £431

See more details
A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and green fields at The Lucy Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
54
Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous, second-floor apartment rests within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Rural location. Luxury. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101603)

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


for 3 nights £675

See more details
A white house with multiple windows surrounded by trees and purple flowering bushes with a green lawn at The Vicarage near Rosthwaite
34
near Rosthwaite, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A spectacular, detached house resting in the Borrowdale Valley near Rosthwaite, Cumbria. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stoves. Large garden. Keswick 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1064519)

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


for 3 nights £1702

See more details
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 £558

See more details
An exterior view of a stone house with glass balcony and gravel path surrounded by trees and lawn at Birkwray Barn Outgate near Hawkshead
68
Outgate near Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. Ambleside 3.8 miles; Kendal 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1162435)

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


for 3 nights £1151

See more details
A stone house with a grey door and windows under a blue sky with trees and a wooden gate at Damson Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale
26
Kirkby Lonsdale, Yorkshire Dales, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A heart-warming barn conversion situated near the village of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Working farm. Hot tub. Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 961463)

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


for 3 nights £742

Last booked 8 hours ago
See more details
A stone cottage with a mossy roof and garden with pink flowers and stone walls at The LA'AL Cragg in Kirkby Stephen
32
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The LA'AL Cragg is a characterful, one-bedroom cottage resting rurally in North Stainmore near Brough, Cumbria. Romantic. Countryside views. Near AONB. Kirkby Stephen 6.1 miles; Appleby-in-Westmorland 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1141343)

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


for 3 nights £473

See more details
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

  • Sykes rating

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 £675

See more details
A stone entrance with a blue door and a wooden post supporting a roof at Macaw Cottages No 4A in Kirkby Stephen
31
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb reverse-level cottage set in the centre of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Ideal for couples. Open-plan. Great touring base. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.5 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1059544)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 3 nights £366

See more details
A wooden deck with glass railing and outdoor seating next to a house with green siding at Solway Cottage in Bowness-on-Solway near Wigton
44
Bowness-on-Solway near Wigton, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Superb, detached coastal cottage on the stunning Solway Firth in Bowness-on-Solway. Breathtaking views. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Direct access to the sea. Pub 2 mins walk. Carlisle 13.5 miles. (Ref. 911744)

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


for 3 nights £408

See more details
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

  • Sykes rating

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

See more details
A stone cottage with wooden doors and windows a stone patio with benches and green grass at Little Crake Howe in Selside near Kendal
18
Selside near Kendal, Cumbria, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An immaculately presented, purpose-built detached cottage nestling in stunning countryside in the beautiful Lake District. Spacious and open plan with woodburner. Working farm location. Kendal 4.5 miles. (Ref. 14607)

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


for 3 nights £467

See more details
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★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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 £707

See more details
A white two-story house with a gravel driveway surrounded by trees and shrubs at Bridge Howe in Ambleside
50
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Bridge Howe, a delightful holiday cottage resting in Skelwith Bridge, Lake District. Private garden. Private parking. Smart TV. Secure bike storage. Grasmere 6.8 miles; Windermere 9.0 miles; Keswick 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1151608)

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


for 3 nights £990

See more details
Exterior view of a white cottage with a red door and window frames with potted plants and stone wall Stable End Cottage Nether Wasdale near Gosforth
27
Nether Wasdale near Gosforth, Lake District, CA20
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Delightful historic cottage attached to a Grade II listed farm situated in Wasdale in the Lake District National Park. Original features and woodburner. Stunning views. Lake 200 yards. Walking and cycling from door. Wasdale 1.5 miles. (Ref. 931410)

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


for 3 nights £463

See more details
Map View

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.