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.

Dog friendly holiday in Allonby, near Maryport with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Well presented open plan living space | Porthole Cottage, Allonby, near Maryport

Porthole Cottage, Allonby, near Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6PT.

This contemporary cottage ticks all the right boxes for a perfect beachside stay in the quaint coastal village of Allonby.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly self catering in Greenwell, near Brampton with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 3. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Picture postcard perfect semi-detached cottage - right hand side | 1710 - The Seventeen Ten Cottages, Greenwell, near Brampton

Seventeen Ten, Greenwell, near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 9NH.

Enjoy relaxing in the lovely garden or warming up in front of the cosy multi-fuel burner. This characterful cottage is ideal all year round.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • 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
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage to rent in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Great choice!

Stunning, detached former farm building | The Hoggest - The Hoggest, Threlkeld, near Keswick

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

The Hoggest is situated in the Lake District National Park with magnificent views over the Lakeland Fells, perfect for families who love the great outdoors.

  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly self catering in Arkleby, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Warm and welcoming wood burner in the living area | Grooms Cottage - Arkleby Holiday Homes, Arkleby, near Cockermouth

Grooms Cottage, Arkleby, near Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA7 2BT.

This semi-detached property is situated in an ideal location to explore Cumbria, close to the popular town of Cockermouth.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage holiday for 2 in Wigton with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Excellent

Lounge area with wood burner | Bruno’s Bothy, Wigton

Bruno's Bothy, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 0JF.

Relax, relax, relax! What a little gem - a beautifully renovated bothy complete with secluded hot tub.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Property for rent in Allonby, near Silloth with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Light and airy open plan living space | Aden Barn, Allonby, near Silloth

Aden Barn, Allonby, near Silloth, Cumbria, CA15 6PE.

Located in the seaside village of Allonby, close to the larger town of Silloth, this barn conversion makes a superb base to explore the area.

  • Golf nearby
  • 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 let near Bowness-on-Windermere with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 10 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Private, Hot Tub - Private.

Superb

Detached luxury property with lake views | North Dean, Near Bowness-on-Windermere

North Dean, Near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3LS.

With a private indoor swimming pool and hot tub, this luxury property provides the perfect retreat for a family gathering or friends to get together.

  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Private
  • 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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Large cottage to rent in Waverton, near Wigton with 8 bedrooms, Sleeps 20 + 2 Babies. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Super

Stone built former stable block | Blaithwaite Stables - Blaithwaite Estate, Waverton, near Wigton

Blaithwaite Stables, Waverton, near Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 0AZ.

Beautiful country house in the Cumbrian countryside not far from the Lake District National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large group accommodation in Waverton, near Wigton with 13 bedrooms, Sleeps 40 + 2 Children and 2 Babies. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Good choice!

Stunning manor house set in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside | Blaithwaite House - Blaithwaite Estate, Waverton, near Wigton

Blaithwaite House, Waverton, near Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 0AZ.

Beautiful country house in the cumbrian countryside not far from the Lake District National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large accommodation in Calthwaite, near Penrith with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Great choice!

Hot tub | The Wheat Shed - The Wheat Shed and The Bothy, Calthwaite, near Penrith

The Wheat Shed, Calthwaite, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9PX.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside and with the Lake District within easy reach, this cosy cottage is ideal for those looking to ’get away from it all’.

  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly cottage in Bowness-on-Windermere, near Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Great quality

Exterior | Granton Lodge, Bowness-on-Windermere, near Windermere

Granton Lodge, Bowness-on-Windermere, near Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3LF.

In a lovely tranquil location this pretty lodge enjoys lake views and Windermere is easily reached.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • 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.