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This delightful stone cottage rests in the rural countryside, on the outskirts of Middleton, Cumbria, near to Sedburgh. Hot tub. All en-suites bedrooms. Bowling green. Pool table. Sauna. Luxury open-plan living. Sedburgh 3.5 miles; Kendal 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1163097)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £3257

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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Stunning Victorian 'Castle' sleeps 12 in Windermere, 6 luxury bedrooms all ensuite.Incredible views, lovely outdoor space. Children & Babies welcome. No pets. (Ref. 1042261)

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7 nights from £1471

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Mere View, a Luxury house close to the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Tastefully decorated. Neutral tones. EV charger. Ambleside 5.3 miles; Kendal 10.4 miles; Coniston 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1137229)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £878

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.3

    Good

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A gorgeous terraced cottage nestled in the exciting town of Windermere within the Lake District National Park, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Smart TVs. Bowness-on-Windermere 1.2 miles; Ambleside 4.8 miles; Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 1049711)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £664

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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An impressive, first-floor apartment set within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Pet-free. Beautiful views. Rural location. Smart TV. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101586)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £895

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A stunning, first-floor apartment resting in the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Beautiful views. Smart TV. Open-plan. Pet-free. Off-road parking. Luxury. Rural location. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101591)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £913

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This stunning, ground-floor apartment sits within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Open-plan. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101581)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1006

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A traditional white-washed holiday cottage resting on the outskirts of Ambleside, Cumbria. Rural. Family-friendly. Close to amenities. Grasmere 4.2 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1085219)

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7 nights from £652

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Luxurious, detached cottage with private hot tub, 1.5 miles from the small village of Backbarrow. En-suites, woodburning stove, underfloor heating, WiFi. Wonderful base for discovering the area. Newby Bridge 3 miles. (Ref. 929182)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1363

  • 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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £993

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A delightful Victorian Lakeland cottage, resting in the centre of the historic town of Keswick, Cumbria. Central heating. Period features. Bassenthwaite 7 miles, Ullswater 15 miles. (Ref. 1011668)

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7 nights from £633

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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This beautiful period property rests in the town of Ambleside within the Lake District National Park. En-suite. Cinema room. Woodburning stove. Grasmere 4 miles; Windermere 4.8 miles; Keswick 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1016150)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from £1868

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Bank Barn - Wreay is a magnificent barn conversion within extensive grounds with panoramic mountainous views towards Lake Ullswater, in Wreay, Cumbria. Penrith 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1160532)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1570

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.2

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A split-level apartment, a stones throw away from restaurants, cafes, takeaways and shops residing in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. Smart TV. WiFi. Sofa bed. Cartmel 2.2 miles; Kendal 13.6 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 14 miles. (Ref. 1050461)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £459

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Summerhow Retreat is a charming abode in the outskirts of Kendal, a vibrant town in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Windermere 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1151286)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £566

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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2 Bens Row is a superb end-terrace cottage situated in the scenic Lake District in the village of Backbarrow, Cumbria with a toasty woodburning stove. Newby Bridge 1.5 miles, Ulverston 7 miles, Windermere & Bowness 12 miles. (Ref. 1166530)

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7 nights from £462

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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This charming terrace cottage rests in the ancient village of Flookburgh, in Cumbria. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Grange-over-Sands 3.2 miles; Cartmel 3.5 miles. (Ref. 999521)

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7 nights from £361

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.4

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A charming contemporary lodge on South Lakeland Leisure Village resting within Lancashire. Open-plan living. Hot tub. Gas fire. Carnforth 2.1 miles; Lancaster 4.7 miles. (Ref. 1035237)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

7 nights from £474

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  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This impressive, ground-floor apartment sits within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1050218)

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

7 nights from £784

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming semi-detached cottage nestled in Cark-in-Cartmel, Cumbria. Electric fire. Pet-friendly. Grange-over-Sands 3.8 miles. (Ref. 1027114)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £415

Trying to find somewhere out-of-the-ordinary to stay for your next staycation? Then this collection of unusual places to stay in the Lake District will be sure to impress you! Featuring properties that are packed full of character features and situated in some of the most beautiful parts of this vast national park, they can make for unforgettable places to stay for your next countryside escape. 

Why Choose an Unusual Place to Stay in the Lake District? 

Choosing one of these quirky places to stay in the Lake District can make for a wonderfully memorable way to spend your next break. Whether you’re after a modern development or a beautifully restored historic building, this collection features some of the best properties found anywhere in the Lakes. 

Offering guests all the amenities and creature comforts of home, many of these unusual places to stay in the Lake District are also situated conveniently close to some of the region’s best towns, villages and natural landmarks, giving you easy access to all the best things to see and do. 

Put together a full itinerary with inspiration from our Lake District Travel Guide

Places to Visit from your Unusual Accommodation in the Lake District 

With so much to see, do and explore across the lakes, you and your guests won’t have any problems planning your days out when staying at one of these quirky places to stay in the Lake District.  

In terms of towns, Ambleside makes for a fantastic place to go for a wander. Found on the northern shores of Lake Windermere, here is where you’ll find historic winding streets lined with some of the region’s best shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Not only that, but you’ll also find some brilliant places to go hiking such as Wansfell Pike and unique landmarks like the Ambleside Roman Fort, both of which are well worth exploring. 

Further south along the eastern banks of Windermere is the town of Bowness, a beautiful town that’s long been one of the most visited towns in the region. Home to the iconic Old England Hotel and attractions like The World of Beatrix Potter, this town is where you can also take a tour of England’s largest lake by taking the Windermere Ferry Cruise across the water. 

Other Popular Destinations near Unusual Places to Stay in the Lake District: 

Eden Valley 

Keswick 

Pooley Bridge 

Troutbeck 

Ullswater 

Types of Lake District Holidays 

Aside from these unusual places to stay in the Lake District, there are still lots of other options to take a look at.  

With a full collection of Lake District cottages to explore, there are also plenty of alternative properties to explore including dog-friendly Lake District cottages perfect for those of you bringing your pampered pooch. If you’re looking for something extra special for your next staycation in the Lakes why not browse these cottages in the Lake District with hot tubs, luxury Lake District cottages, large Lake District cottages and these Lake District cottages with swimming pool

You can also choose from these country cottages in the Lake District, Lake District lodges and log cabins, Lake District glamping pods, Lake District cottages for family holidays and even holiday parks in the Lake District

Still unsure? Then why not check out these short breaks in the Lake District, last-minute Lake District holidays, remote cottages in the Lake District and cheap Lake District cottages as well. 

If you’re still searching for your perfect unusual getaway then browse the full collection of unusual holiday cottages in the UK.