Large holiday houses in North West England

WhichCottage lists 192 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in North West England. Of these, 108 take dogs, 58 have a hot tub and 100 have a wood burner or open fire. They sleep from 8 to 40 guests. Most are in or near Keswick (16), Cockermouth and the North West Fells (15) and Windermere and Troutbeck Bridge (15).

At a glance

Cottages
192
Dog-friendly
108
No extra charge for dogs
58
Enclosed garden
84
Hot tub
58
Wood burner or open fire
100
Sea view
13
Sleeps 8 or more
192
Ground-floor facilities or level access
50
Sleeps
8–40

Where they are

Large holiday houses by county

Compare 25–48 of 192

CottageSleepsBedroomsPetsHighlights
The Drift House, Edge84Yes (up to 2)hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden
Chestnuts, Carlisle84No
Birkrigg, Windermere84Nowood burner / open fire
Ellerton Croft, Carlisle84Yes (up to 1)hot tub, wood burner / open fire
Hazelgrove Lodge Barn, Laneshawbridge105Yes (up to 1)wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
Newstead, Windermere126Noenclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
The Barnacle Goose, Bowness-on-Solway83Yes (up to 2)sea view, coast within 1 mile
Country Lodge, Little Musgrave105Yes (up to 1)hot tub, enclosed garden
Herdwick View, Bassenthwaite84Nohot tub, wood burner / open fire
Cherry Cottage, Little Salkeld94Yes (up to 2)hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
Chapel House, Dearham105Yes (up to 2)wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile
The Hoggest and Annexe, Threlkeld126Nohot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile
The Scotch Arms Mews, Brampton147Yes (up to 1)wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile
Mungeon Barn, Backbarrow84Nohot tub, wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles
Fallbarrow Hall, Bowness-On-Windermere3618Yes (up to 4)hot tub, pub within 1 mile
Orrest Howe, Windermere105Yes (up to 2)hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
North Plain Barn, Bowness-on-Solway115Nohot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile
Cannondale, Annisgarth84Yes (up to 2)wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
Elleray Cottage, Windermere84Nowood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
Carr End Barn A, Stalmine105Yes (up to 1)hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile
Ellerside, Cark84Nowood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles
Riversdale, Grasmere84Yes (up to 2)wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile
Strickland Manor, Great Strickland168Yes (up to 4)wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile
Orrest Head House, Windermere125Yes (up to 4)wood burner / open fire
Exterior | Drift House, Edge, near Malpas

The Drift House, Edge, near Malpas, Cheshire, SY14 8LA.

A beautiful luxury property complete with hot tub and the most spectacular views, in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, close to the Welsh border.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | Birkrigg, Windermere

Birkrigg, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2DQ.

We love the styling of this modern property, the large open plan downstairs offers the perfect environment to relax, wine and dine allowing everyone to interact and recall the day’s...

  • Golf nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Ellerton Croft, Carlisle

Ellerton Croft, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 0LF.

Sit back, relax and enjoy this beautiful country house with wonderful views and of course your very own hot tub!. Ground Floor: Step to entrance. Living room: With woodburner , Smart TV and...

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Open plan living space | Hazelgrove Lodge Barn, Laneshawbridge

Hazelgrove Lodge Barn, Laneshawbridge, Lancashire, BB8 7ES.

This impressive one-of-a-kind property, with panoramic views across the Lancashire and Yorkshire countryside, is the perfect luxury escape.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Living room | Newstead, Windermere

Newstead, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2EE.

Perfect for a family get-together or celebration; excellent location, walkable to Bowness and Windermere.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Garden | The Barnacle Goose - North Plain Farm, Bowness-on-Solway

The Barnacle Goose, Bowness-on-Solway, Cumbria, CA7 5AG.

Wow - a fabulous holiday guaranteed in this stunning barn conversion, with equally stunning views!!. Ground Floor: Step to entrance. Living room: With LED feature fire, 75" Smart TV and...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | Country Lodge, Little Musgrave near Kirkby Stephen

Country Lodge, Little Musgrave near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PQ.

This large house will easily cater for groups of couples or families looking to get away together for their holiday or looking for a venue for the nearby Eden Wedding Barn.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Sun trap living area - al-fresco dining and hot tub | Cherry Cottage, Little Salkeld, near Penrith

Cherry Cottage, Little Salkeld, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1NN.

Ideal for a family or group of friends holidaying together who wish to explore northern Cumbria, The Lakes and even the Scottish borders.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | The Hoggest and Annexe - The Hoggest, Threlkeld, near Keswick

The Hoggest and Annexe, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TB.

This large luxury property is perfect for large groups whilst offering a family space of their own in the self-contained annexe.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Open plan living space | Otter Tarn: Mungeon Barn - Otter Tarn, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge

Mungeon Barn, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8EY.

Nestled in the family run holiday estate, this detached stone barn is surrounded by 500 acres of land and a trout lake.

  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Fallbarrow Hall, Bowness-On-Windermere

Fallbarrow Hall, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DL.

Perfect for a celebration, special occasion or a large family reunion. A Grade II listed Gothic Victorian Mansion only a 5-minute walk to Bowness on Windermere.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Aerial view | Orrest Howe, Windermere

Orrest Howe, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AW.

This large, detached house set in woodland gardens and is perfect to use as a base for exploring the glory of the Lake District.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Interior | North Plain Barn - North Plain Farm, Bowness-on-Solway

North Plain Barn, Bowness-on-Solway, Cumbria, CA7 5AG.

Enjoy the breathtaking views and luxurious quality fixtures and fittings in this stunning barn conversion.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Cannondale, Annisgarth, near Windermere

Cannondale, Annisgarth, near Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2HF.

This lovingly furnished, detached holiday home is ideally located for exploring Windemere and Bowness, whether by car, on foot or via bicycle.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | Elleray Cottage, Windermere

Elleray Cottage, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AW.

This wonderful cottage has so much to offer families and friends alike in the pictureque county of Cumbria.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Stunning holiday home with hot tub | Carr End Barn A, Stalmine, near Poulton-le-Flyde

Carr End Barn A, Stalmine, near Poulton-le-Flyde, Lancashire, FY6 0LQ.

This luxurious barn conversion boasts its own private hot tub and has amazing countryside views. It’s located in the village of Stalmine, near Poulton-le-Flyde.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Exquisitely presented Cottage | Ellerside, Cark, near Cartmel

Ellerside, Cark, near Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 7PR.

Tucked away in a quiet part of the Lake District, yet close to many top attractions, Ellerside Cottage offers the perfect, secluded Lakeland retreat.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Substantial Lakeland slate-built house | Riversdale Grasmere - Grange End Cottages, Grasmere

Riversdale, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9RH.

Riversdale is a beautiful family holiday home, with a cosy wood burner, comfortable bedrooms and a peaceful village location. The perfect Lake District getaway.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Strickland Manor, Great Strickland

Strickland Manor, Great Strickland, Cumbria, CA10 3DH.

A large country house for family gatherings or walking parties. Luxuriously furnished and equipped and just 100m from the local pub.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Living room | Orrest Head House - Orrest Head House and Cottage, Windermere

Orrest Head House, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1JG.

Orrest Head House sleeps 12 but can be combined with Orrest Head Cottage to sleep up to 17. Ground Floor: Living room: With open fire, TV and patio doors leading to patio. Snug: With TV....

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Questions

How many large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more are there in North West England?

WhichCottage currently lists 192 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in North West England, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.

Where in North West England are most of them?

The most are in or near Keswick (16), Cockermouth and the North West Fells (15), Windermere and Troutbeck Bridge (15), Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley (14) and Blackpool (12).

Can I bring my dog?

At 108 of these 192 you can. Each property page says how many pets are welcome.

How much do they cost?

Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.

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