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Rusland View - 1016597 - photo 1
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Rusland near Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful cottage lying in the charming hamlet of Crosslands, in the rural valley of Rusland, Cumbria. Outstanding views. Within the Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove. Perfect for couples. Coniston 9.9 miles; Windermere 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1016597)

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3 nights from $615

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Penny Bridge House - 1130855 - photo 1
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Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $3282

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The Elterwater Barn - 1161140 - photo 1
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Lamplugh, Cumbria, CA14
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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The Elterwater Barn is a delightful, pet-friendly semi-detached holiday home located near the small town of Cleator Moor, Cumbria within the Lake District. Cockermouth 7.5 miles; Whitehaven 9.3 miles; Bassenthwaite 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1161140)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1374

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Rayson Hall Barns - 1171063 - photo 1
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Ousby, Cumbria, CA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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Rayson Hall Barns is a delightful barn conversion resting in the small village of Ousby near Langwathby in Cumbria with a toasty woodburning stove. Penrith 9.2 miles, Pooley Bridge 13.7 miles, Carlisle 24.1 miles (Ref. 1171063)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $861

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The Lodge - 1138046 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1492

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The Cow Byre - 7512 - photo 1
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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

3 nights from $622

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Ghyll Cottage - 1050582 - photo 1
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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1749

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Loughrigg - 1142032 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Loughrigg is a unique, duplex apartment situated in the heart of Ambleside, Cumbria. Stunning views of the mountain range. Near a shop and pub. Grasmere 4.9 miles; Keswick 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1142032)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1052

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Old Watermill - 1148973 - photo 1
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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)

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3 nights from $1156

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Eller Close House - 1065969 - photo 1
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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

3 nights from $2918

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The Grange - 1042206 - photo 1
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Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Elegant residence just five minutes from heart of Windermere village. Three en-suite bedrooms and basement games room make this a wonderful property for families with teenagers. (Ref. 1042206)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from $1641

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Coney Garth Barn - 980462 - photo 1
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Beckermet, Cumbria, CA21
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Wonderful mid-terrace cottage based in the small village of Beckermet. Ideal for families. St Bees 5 miles. (Ref. 980462)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $810

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Bishop Fell - 1027058 - photo 1
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Newby Bridge, England, LA12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Spacious property with luxurious interior, immaculate and stunning panoramic views.Free use of leisure facilities Near Newby Bridge and Lake Windermere 1.4 miles. (Ref. 1027058)

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

3 nights from $1734

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Macaw Cottages No 4A - 1059544 - photo 1
Offer
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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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

  • 10% off - Fri 23rd May to 27th Jun 2025

3 nights from $667

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Snowflake Cottage - 1125794 - photo 1
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Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A traditional, Victorian terrace house situated in the heart of Windermere, Cumbria. Close to amenities. In National Park. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1125794)

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  • Dishwasher
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3 nights from $1289

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Birch Lodge - 1103000 - photo 1
Offer
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Warton near Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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This stylish, single-storey lodge sits in Warton near Carnforth, Lancashire. Open-plan. Smart TVs. Bedroom with en-suite. Capernwray 4 miles; Lake District National Park 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1103000)

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

  • 15% off - Mon 9th Jun to 1st Jul 2025

3 nights from $863

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Fryston Cottage - 1080100 - photo 1
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Keswick, Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming white-washed cottage in Keswick, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Pet-free. In a National Park. Electric fire. Bassenthwaite 7.6 miles; Cockermouth 14.5 miles; Ullswater 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1080100)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $813

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Casa Loma - 1055063 - photo 1
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Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This spectacular lodge overlooking the Jackdaw Quarry rests in Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire. Woodburning stove. Stylish interior. Idyllic location. Morecambe 8.4 miles; Lancaster 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1055063)

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

3 nights from $1878

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Sherriff - 1061490 - photo 1
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Troutbeck, near Keswick, Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $1255

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Lowe-McConnell - 1024721 - photo 1
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Far Sawrey, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Quality terraced cottage on the site of the Freshwater Biological Association at Mitchell Wyke Bay, one mile from Far Sawrey. King-size double. Balcony with views of Windermere. Bowness-on-Windermere 1.5 miles via ferry. (Ref. 1024721)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $835

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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.