family holiday activities when staying in Cumbria

Cumbrian holiday cottages in Lake District

Cumbria is a patchwork of stunning rural landscapes, offering scenic surroundings for holidaymakers looking for a real break away from it all. Home to the Lake District and Lake District National Park, Cumbria is a haven for outdoor lovers, and offers a range of historic sites including Carlisle Castle, Furness Abbey and Hadrian’s Wall. If you’re planning a visit, take a look at our range of large and small holiday cottages in Cumbria for a cost-effective and comfortable self-catering choice, some with hot tubs and swimming pools. School half-term and summer holidays get booked well in advance as there is so many family and children's holiday activities in Cumbria.

Large cottage to rent in Alston with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Child and 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Exterior | Wild Goose Cottage, Alston

Wild Goose Cottage, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3SH.

Formerly the home of a farm labourer, this cottage is within easy reach of Hadrians Wall, Hexham, Newcastle, Ullswater or Keswick.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large holiday home to rent in Soulby, Kirkby Stephen with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 11 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Fenham Barn, Soulby, Kirkby Stephen

Fenham Barn, Soulby, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PJ.

Enjoy this area with both the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District within easy reach; this barn conversion is ideal for large groups.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute holiday let in Glenridding, by Ullswater with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Excellent

Traditional, stone-built holiday home | Waterfall Wood Cottage, Glenridding, by Ullswater

Waterfall Wood Cottage, Glenridding, by Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0PS.

Waterfall Wood Cottage is quietly nestled within the Lake District and provides a luxurious base from which to explore the area.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dog friendly weekend break in Broughton-in-Furness, near Ulverston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Brock Cottage, Broughton-in-Furness, near Ulverston

Brock Cottage, Broughton-in-Furness, near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA20 6JE.

Situated in Broughton-in-Furness, this holiday cottage is the perfect place from which to explore the Lake District.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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late availability cottages in Lake District and Cumbria

Often overlooked for a visit to the Lake District is the availability of late holidays. Like any popular holiday destination, most late availability in the Lake District occurs either due to cancellations, with the easing of accommodation due to seasonal fluctuations, or just simply because the available dates are approaching and the property has not yet been let. This means you can get the choice of some superb self-catering opportunities at a healthy discount on normal seasonal rates.

Scenic Cumbria is an idyllic location for a nature-filled vacation. There are so many things to do, including a trip on Lake Windermere, a visit to the historic kingdom of Rheged or a day around Carlisle and imposing Carlisle Cathedral. Our accommodation in Cumbria has been selected for its location, amenities and comfort – choose a holiday cottage for a memorable visit to this fantastic region.

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