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Chimney Gill - 9984 - photo 1
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Sebergham near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA5
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Impressive Cumbria cottage, a detached farmhouse with woodburner, beams, en-suites, garden. On working farm near Sebergham. Penrith 10 miles. (Ref. 9984)

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

3 nights from €1244

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South Stonethwaite Cottage - 1041390 - photo 1
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Troutbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Outstanding cottage in pretty village of Troutbeck. Beautifully updated while retaining original features. Open fire, low ceilings and super bedrooms. Sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms. (Ref. 1041390)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from €486

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The Chard - 1016227 - photo 1
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Longtown, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA6
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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An idyllic lodge resting on the outskirts of Longtown. All ground floor. Hot tub. WiFi. Gretna Green 7.4 miles. (Ref. 1016227)

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

3 nights from €434

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Knotts Farmhouse - 1042540 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

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(Ref. 1042540)

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

3 nights from €551

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Kendal Cottage - 1103042 - photo 1
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Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    2.9★

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A centrally located three-storey cottage resting in Kendal, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Pet-friendly. Traditional. Woodburning stove. Permit parking. Windermere 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1103042)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €498

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Ling Fell Cottage - 971558 - photo 1
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Backbarrow, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Charming semi-detached cottage in the village of Backbarrrow in the Lake District National Park. Conservatory. Countryside views. Bowness-on-Windermere 10 miles. (Ref. 971558)

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

3 nights from €473

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River Falls View - 1041096 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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(Ref. 1041096)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €557

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Yonder Lea - 1140436 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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Yonder Lea, a stunningly-presented bungalow in the beautiful town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Single-storey. Garden decking. Smart TV. WiFi. Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5.7 miles; Kendal 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1140436)

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

3 nights from €831

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Sweden Bridge Cottage - 1156397 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Sweden Bridge Cottage is a delightful cottage located in the village of Ambleside in Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Driveway parking. Grasmere 4.2 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1156397)

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

3 nights from €549

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Riverbank - 1143050 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Riverbank is a well-positioned, duplex apartment overlooking River Rothay in Grasmere, Cumbria. Lake District National Park. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Ambleside 4.3 miles; Windermere 8.6 miles; Keswick 13 miles. (Ref. 1143050)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €522

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Townhead Farmhouse - 926852 - photo 1
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Sandwick near Pooley Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.4★

    Good

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Traditional character cottage in a beautiful rural location situated on a Lakeland fell, close to the shores of Lake Ullswater. Lovely views, beams, woodburner. Walks from the door. Pooley Bridge 5 miles. (Ref. 926852)

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

3 nights from €612

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Eden Cottage - 1109365 - photo 1
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Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful, Grade II listed holiday home resting in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Character features. Large lawned garden. Central location. Penrith 13.5 miles; Barnard Castle 25.8 miles. (Ref. 1109365)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Washing machine

3 nights from €511

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The Cottage at Graysondale Farm - 964703 - photo 1
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Cockermouth, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA13
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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An attached barn conversion located 3 miles from Cockermouth in Cumbria. Exposed wooden beams. Near Lake District National Park. Period features. (Ref. 964703)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from €418

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Uldale - 1040914 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.4★

    Good

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Handsome Lakeland residence. Family Friendly. Central location. Private parking. WiFi. Patio with furniture. Pub 4 min walk. Grasmere 4 miles. (Ref. 1040914)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €531

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The Writing Room - 1043107 - photo 1
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Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.3★

    Good

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A well-presented apartment set in a former Victorian gentlemen’s residence, resting in the village of Near Sawrey. Access to three acres of shared grounds. Stunning views to the southern and western fells. Ideal for a family or two couples. (Ref. 1043107)

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

3 nights from €477

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The Old Grainstore - 18931 - photo 1
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Bolton Low Houses near Wigton, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A delightful cottage on a working dairy farm, close to the Lake District National Park. En-suite bedroom, woodburning stove. Character accommodation. Wigton 2.5 miles. Carlisle 12 miles. (Ref. 18931)

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

3 nights from €597

Last booked 2 days ago
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Stone Beck - 1076699 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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A well-equipped home set within the quaint village of Grasmere in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Gas fire. (Ref. 1076699)

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

3 nights from €546

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Grimbles Cottage - 996179 - photo 1
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Backbarrow near Newby Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Delightful semi-detached cottage in the village of Backbarrow near Newby Bridge and Cartmel. Excellent walking with Windermere nearby. Woodburning stove. Conservatory leading to patio garden. Newby Bridge 1 mile. (Ref. 996179)

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

3 nights from €496

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Cringol Cottage - 1112841 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A fantastic cottage resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. In a National Park. Open-plan. Romantic. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Grasmere 4.5 mile; Windermere 4.6 miles; Keswick 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1112841)

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

3 nights from €480

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Ramblers Roost - 950425 - photo 1
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Grasmere near Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Ground floor one-bedroom apartment in an idyllic location, within a mile of Grasmere, shared grounds with views over countryside and Grasmere Lake. WiFi. Ambleside 4 miles. (Ref. 950425)

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

3 nights from €539

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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.