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Knott Lodge - 968844 - photo 1
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Sedbergh, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA10
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A beautiful newly converted stone built barn conversion on the owner's working farm with views of the valley and Howgill Fells. All ground floor with under floor heating and a wet room. Open plan living area. WiFi. Sedbergh 2 miles away. (Ref. 968844)

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

3 nights from £416

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Smardale Hall - 23932 - photo 1
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Smardale near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA17
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Charming semi-detached cottage set in a rural location, close to Kirkby Stephen in Cumbria. Woodburner. Original features. Lovely views. Kirkby Stephen 3 miles. (Ref. 23932)

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

3 nights from £593

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Footprints Lodge - 972496 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

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Cosy lodge in White Cross Bay, near Windermere. Terrace and hot tub. High quality accommodation, fully-equipped kitchen. Holiday park with full amenities and entertainment on the doorstep. Close to Ambleside and Bowness. (Ref. 972496)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £657

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Damson Lodge - 1068790 - photo 1
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Thirlmere 8, White Cross Bay, Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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Spacious modern lodge with hot tub at White Cross Bay, close to the lake with hot tub, sleeps four, two dogs welcome. Onsite facilities. (Ref. 1068790)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £577

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The Annex - Eden House - 925449 - photo 1
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Edenhall near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A delightful first floor studio annexe in the charming, peaceful Eden Valley village of Edenhall. Character beams, studio accommodation. Ideal for a couple. Penrith 4 miles. (Ref. 925449)

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

3 nights from £235

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Low Graythwaite Hall - 1087232 - photo 1
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Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps24
  • Bedrooms12
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A spectacular estate resting in Graythwaite near Hawkshead, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Private grounds with woodland. Open fires. Ambleside 10.4 miles; Kendal 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1087232)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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3 nights from £3402

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Four Seasons Cottage - 1042593 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful stone cottage set in the town of Ambleside. Close to amenties. Private Parking. Electric fire (Ref. 1042593)

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

3 nights from £418

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Bellflower Cottage - 1041016 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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Victorian end terrace. Contemporary interior. Second sitting room. Woodburning stove. Bike storage. Private courtyard. One dog welcome. WiFi. Unrestricted on street parking. Pub 2 min walk. (Ref. 1041016)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £432

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Rydal View Cottage - 1042066 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.2★

    Good

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Traditional Lakeland cottage. Bike store. Private parking. Pub 3 mins walk. Short walk to centre of Ambleside. (Ref. 1042066)

  • Wi-fi
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £364

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Rothay Holme Cottage - 1041957 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.0★

    Good

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(Ref. 1041957)

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

3 nights from £539

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Puddleduck - 1042911 - photo 1
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Skelwith Bridge near Chapel Stile, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

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A bright and airy ground-floor apartment situated on the Neaum Crag Estate, near Skelwith Bridge. Perfect for a family or two couples. Off-road parking. Woodland setting. Ambleside 4.9 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1042911)

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

3 nights from £421

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Daffodils - 1042489 - photo 1
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Rydal, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.2★

    Good

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A pretty cottage resting next in the quaint village of Rydal in the heart of the Lake District. Next door to Rydal Mount. Woodburning stove. Short walk to pub. (Ref. 1042489)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £492

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Waterhead Cottage - 1007507 - photo 1
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Ecclerigg, near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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Charming, semi-detached cottage located near the village of Troutbeck Bridge, in the Lake District. 5-acre shared grounds. WiFi. Off-road parking. Private patio, private lake access. Pub 5 mins walk. (Ref. 1007507)

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

3 nights from £494

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Timekeeper's Cottage - 1161542 - photo 1
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Warton near Carnforth, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA5
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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Timekeeper’s Cottage, a contemporary home rests in the village of Warton near Carnforth in Lancashire, with a woodburning stove and a short walk to a pub. Capernwray 4 miles; Lake District 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1161542)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £350

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The Honey Loft - 1127601 - photo 1
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Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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This charming holiday apartment rests in Keswick, Cumbria. Smart TV. Open-plan. Close to amenities. Threlkeld 4.1 miles; Cockermouth 13.8 miles; Ullswater 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1127601)

  • Wi-fi

3 nights from £413

Last booked 2 days ago
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Garth Hill House - 1064465 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Garth Hill House is a large, detached house resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. In National Park. Close to lake. Close to river. Close to shop and pub. Windermere 4.6 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.6 miles; Kendal 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1064465)

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

3 nights from £1685

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The Bay Cottage - 1064443 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A beautiful three-storey, mid-terrace Victorian house resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. Near Lake Windermere. Smart TVs. En-suite bedrooms. In a National Park. Off-road parking. Windermere 3.8 miles; Grasmere 5.2 mile; Keswick 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1064443)

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

3 nights from £573

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Fairfield Cottage - 1041594 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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Fairfield Cottage makes the most of its enviable position on the western slopes of Grasmere Vale. The property is over 2 floors and has prvate parking (Ref. 1041594)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £668

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The Old Chapel - 1041583 - photo 1
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Crook, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

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(Ref. 1041583)

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

3 nights from £352

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The Byre - 972482 - photo 1
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Cockermouth, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA13
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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One of two comfortable barn conversions in Brandlingill near Cockermouth. Beamed ceilings. WiFi. Large shared garden. Off-road parking. Cockermouth 4 miles. (Ref. 972482)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £437

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The Lake District is one of the country's finest National Parks, a perfect retreat for couples, friends and families alike. Embark on a Lake District short break for an experience filled with activity, scenery and a wealth of unique opportunities.

Why Lake District Short Breaks?

It is no surprise that Lake District mini breaks are so popular, with the region displaying its idyllic lakes and fells. Avid hikers and climbers will adore a Lake District short break, with seemingly endless opportunities at your disposal. Hike one of the UK's highest peaks, Scafell Pike, or try your hand at some exhilarating water sports on Windermere. Return to your Lake District weekend break cottage to unwind after each day of adrenaline-pumping adventure. Choose to enjoy your Lake District getaway in a stone-built cottage, majestic manor or secluded lodge. Our Lake District Travel Guide is the perfect tool for making the most of the area's attractions.

Places to visit near Lake District Short Break Cottages

No matter if you're walking, cycling or driving through the Lake District, you are certain to stumble upon its characterful towns and villages. Explore a number of market towns exuding charm during your Lake District mini break, offering quirky cafés and first-class restaurants. Also find an array of attractions appealing to people of all tastes and ages, from the enthralling to the laid-back. If you're enjoying a long weekend in the Lake District, consider visiting; Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston, Kendal, Keswick and Penrith.

Types of Lake District Holidays

A holiday in the Lake District can be enjoyed in many different ways, from your location to the style of your holiday home. Those looking for something different will adore a Lake District glamping holiday, while our country Lake District cottages offer a rural retreat. Include the entire family with our choice of dog-friendly Lake District cottages, or escape with your other half to a romantic Lake District cottage.

Alternatively, take a look at this full collection of short break cottages in the UK.