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An exterior door with greenery around it on a white building with gravel in front at Ghyll Cottage in Milnthorpe
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Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A well-appointed cottage nestled in the delightful hamlet of Leasgill near the village of Milnthorpe. Outstanding interiors. Close to National Park. Woodburning stove. Arnside 5.1 miles; Kendal 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1050582)

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


for 3 nights £1005

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A house with a garden and pathway at The School in Mungrisdale near Caldbeck
52
Mungrisdale near Keswick, Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

  • Sykes rating

The School is a stunning, three-storey Grade II listed property situated in Mungrisdale, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove and enclosed garden. Wigton 17.4 miles; Carlisle 20.4 miles; Keswick 9.3 miles; Cockermouth 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1172777)

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


for 3 nights £1326

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An open doorway to a stone house with flower pots on the window sill at Eller Close House in Grasmere
53
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This stunning three-bedroom property is nestled in the Lake District National Park in Grasmere, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Keswick 12.2 miles; Windermere 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1065969)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher


for 3 nights £1665

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A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and hills at The Theobold Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
57
Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful, first-floor apartment situated in the Grade II-listed Stone Cross Mansion, Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Superb finish. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101629)

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


for 3 nights £738

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A house with stone walls and patio furniture at Old Watermill in Cartmel
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Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Old Watermill in a superb conversion of a 17th century watermill situated in Allithwaite, Cumbria. Open-plan living. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Cartmel 2 miles. (Ref. 1148973)

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


for 3 nights £671

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A brown wooden cabin with a fenced deck and steps on a grassy plot at Walkers Rest in Warton near Carnforth
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Warton near Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday lodge rests upon South Lakes Leisure Village in Warton, near Carnforth, Lancashire. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 25.3 miles (Ref. 1131086)

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


for 3 nights £485

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An outdoor patio with a dining table and chairs next to a stone house surrounded by bushes and trees at Bobbin Mill Cottage Lakeside near Newby Bridge
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Lakeside near Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Superb slate luxury end-terraced cottage in the hamlet of Lakeside, near Newby Bridge. Quality accommodation with en-suite bedrooms. Woodburner. Landscaped garden. Newby Bridge 1.2 miles. (Ref. 939978)

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


for 3 nights £1616

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A house surrounded by trees and a pond in the garden at Leathes Head Country House Borrowdale near Keswick
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Borrowdale near Keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Leathes Head Country House, resting near Keswick, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, hot tub, games room, and ample off-road parking. Bassenthwaite 10.7 miles; Cockermouth 16.7 miles; Ullswater 20.2 miles; Windermere 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1169905)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights £2712

Last booked 2 days ago
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A two story house with stone and white walls a gravel driveway a garage and a lawn at Grassings in Hawkshead
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Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Grassings, a detached Lakeland property set just outside the village of Hawkshead, Cumbria. Five bedrooms. Luxury. Rural location. Quality furnishings. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1145292)

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


for 3 nights £1657

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A courtyard with plants and outdoor seating in front of a white stone building at The Shippen Rusland near Crosslands
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Rusland near Crosslands, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A charming, cosy cottage, attached to the owner's 17th century Lakeland farmhouse in Rusland. Woodburning stove. King-size bed. Enclosed courtyard. Walks, cycling and Grizedale Forest nearby. Lakeside 5 miles. Hawkshead 6 miles. (Ref. 919747)

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


for 3 nights £365

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A cottage with stone and wood exterior and outdoor seating in a grassy area at The Owl's Shack in Kendal
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Kendal, Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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An impeccable, detached lodge resting in Garnett Bridge, Cumbria. Ground-floor living. Woodburning stove. Windermere 9.7 miles; Ambleside 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1066265)

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


for 3 nights £1122

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A gravel driveway with a tree on a lawn beside a stone and brick house at The Roost in Cumdivock near Dalston
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Cumdivock near Dalston, Cumbria, CA5
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Roost is a charming, semi-detached holiday home situated in the small village of Cumdivock near Dalston in Cumbria with a handy en-suite bedroom. Carlisle 7.5 miles; Keswick 23.1 miles, Penrith 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1159140)

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


for 3 nights £438

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A single-story house with a paved driveway lawn and stone wall fence at Honister in Great Orton near Carlisle
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Great Orton near Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Honiston is a detached, pet-friendly bungalow located in the small village of Great Orton in Cumbria with a single-storey layout and enclosed courtyard. Gretna Green 14.8 miles; Penrith 21.5 miles; Dumfries 37.3 miles (Ref. 1163614)

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


for 3 nights £473

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A wooden cabin with a fenced porch on a grassy plot near a gravel road at Rivendell Lodge in Roger Ground near Hawkshead
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Roger Ground near Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming wooden lodge settled on the outskirts of the scenic village of Hawkshead, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Single-storey. Woodburning stove. Ambleside 6 miles; Windermere 9.8 miles; Ullswater 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1114823)

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


for 3 nights £768

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

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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 £686

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A white farmhouse with stone walls and a small wooden porch in a rural setting at Satterthwaite Farmhouse - Sleep 8 in Grizedale
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Grizedale, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Stunning 17th century farmhouse with generous accomodation, 2 reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen, 4 bedrooms, all with en-suite. Close to Hawkshead and Lake Windermere. (Ref. 1042173)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights £1116

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A stone house with four windows and a front door surrounded by trimmed bushes and trees at Sunny Brae in Lindale
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Lindale, Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sunny Brae is gorgeous, detached cottage in Lindale near Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Driveway parking. Feature bath. Lovely views. Cartmel 3.9 miles; Kendal 11.4 miles; Lake Windermere 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1149451)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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for 3 nights £897

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A large stone house with multiple windows and chimneys next to a road with directional signs in front of a forested hill
87
Keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

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Sunnycroft is a stunning house in the popular town of Keswick, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, a private gym and countryside views to admire. Bassenthwaite 7.2 miles, Cockermouth 13,6 miles; Ullswater 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1166426)

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


for 3 nights £1014

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A stone house with a green door and climbing plants on the exterior at Portobello in Lindale
36
Lindale, Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This spacious, semi-detached, Georgian house rests in Lindale, The Lake District National Park, just 10 mins to Newby Bridge/Lake Windermere. Close to amenities. Grange-over-Sands 2.3 miles; Cartmel 3.9 miles; Windermere 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1089073)

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

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for 3 nights £646

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Exterior view of a white house with black trim surrounded by trees and hills at Pen Cottage in Thornthwaite
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Thornthwaite, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A characterful detached cottage enjoying a peaceful location in the heart of Thornthwaite. Ideal for families. Decked area with seating. Nearby walks. (Ref. 1043047)

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


for 3 nights £587

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