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Ghyll Cottage - 1050582 - photo 1
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Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

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

3 nights from $1724

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Old Stable - 1115119 - photo 1
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Roose, Cumbria, LA12
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A stylish, four-bedroom barn conversion resting in Aldingham near Ulverston, Cumbria. Hot tub. Countryside views. Close to beach. Near National Park. Ulverston 6 miles; Barrow-in-Furness 6.8 miles; Lakeside 15.8 miles; Windermere 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1115119)

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

3 nights from $2469

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Carrock Cottage - 1049941 - photo 1
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East Woodside near Dalston, Cumbria, CA7
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

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 $901

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The Lodge - 1138046 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

The Lodge is a delightful 2 floors cottage nestled into the countryside of Staveley near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. In national park. Near a lake. Grange-over-Sands 6.3 miles; Windermere 8.5 miles; Ulverston 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1138046)

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

3 nights from $1471

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Penny Bridge House - 1130855 - photo 1
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Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • 14 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Penny Bridge House is an elegant, six-bedroom home resting in Penny Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Games room. Near National Park. Coniston Water 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1130855)

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

3 nights from $3234

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Ginger & Pickles - 1110113 - photo 1
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Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This fabulous, single-storey, terraced cottage sits in an elevated position with a lake view, private parking and lake access. Open-plan. Smart TV. Bedroom with en-suite. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 10 miles. (Ref. 1110113)

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

  • $128 off - Sat 3rd May to 10th May 2025

3 nights from $1072

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7 Yealands - 1119604 - photo 1
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Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A lovely three-bedroom lodge resting on the South Lakeland Leisure Village in Carnforth, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Open-plan. On-site facilities. Off-road parking. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 10 miles (Ref. 1119604)

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

3 nights from $927

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Coney Garth Cottage - 980466 - photo 1
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Beckermet, Cumbria, CA21
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

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

3 nights from $924

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5 The Old Sawmill - 1051899 - photo 1
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Warcop near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA16
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

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
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $751

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Crow's Nest - 1061703 - photo 1
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Arnside, Cumbria, LA5
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    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

  • 5% off - Mon 28th Apr to 9th May 2025

3 nights from $1116

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The Vicarage - 1064519 - photo 1
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near Rosthwaite, Lake District, CA12
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    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

3 nights from $3025

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Keepers Cottage - 923820 - photo 1
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Backbarrow near Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Majestic stone detached cottage, 1.5 miles from Backbarrow. Private hot tub, woodburning stove, slate interior wall and beams, underfloor heating, WiFi. Large terrace courtyard garden with stunning views. Newby Bridge 2.5 miles. (Ref. 923820)

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

3 nights from $1837

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Lonsdale House - 1083699 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

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

3 nights from $1882

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Laithe Cottage - 1054351 - photo 1
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Pennington near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

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

3 nights from $875

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Sherriff - 1061490 - photo 1
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Troutbeck, near Keswick, Lake District, CA11
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

Modern detached house midway between Keswick and Ullswater.Lovely views and gardne. Two Woodburning stoves and underfloor heating. Pub 15 min walk. Off road parking. (Ref. 1061490)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1238

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The Bothy - 1138214 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.6

    Sykes Rating

The Bothy is a settled in the countryside of Staveley-In-Cartmel near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. In national park. Near a lake. Grange-over-Sands 6.3 miles; Windermere 8.5 miles; Ulverston 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1138214)

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

3 nights from $1016

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Lingmoor - 1042067 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.8

A wonderful base for exploring Lake Windermere and Bowness, this contemporary residence offers spectacular views across the lake to the fells beyond. (Ref. 1042067)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1053

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Millwood Lodge - 1085583 - photo 1
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Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA14
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

A remarkable six-bedroom holiday home nestled in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Dalton-in-Furness 1.7 miles; Ulverston 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1085583)

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

3 nights from $2086

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Palm Court - 987098 - photo 1
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Burton-in-Kendal, Cumbria, LA6
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A lovely contemporary cottage situated near the village of Carnforth, Cumbria. Conservatory. Skylight windows. Capernwray 4.2 miles; Lake District 20 miles. (Ref. 987098)

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

3 nights from $722

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Eller Close House - 1065969 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

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

3 nights from $2875

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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. 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.