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.

Cottage for hire in Askham, near Penrith with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Wonderful holiday home with large garden | The Laburnums, Askham, near Penrith

Exceptional

The Laburnums, Pooley Bridge and Northern Ullswater

A traditional 19th century property in the attractive Westmorland village of Askham which runs adjacent to the River Lowther and boasts two pubs.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage with dogs allowed in Hartley, near Kirkby Stephen with 1 bedroom, sleeps 3. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Castle House Cottage, Hartley, near Kirkby Stephen

Good choice!

Castle House Cottage, Appleby

Within a walking distance of the picturesque town of Kirkby Stephen, a perfect base for touring Yorkshire, Cumbria and the Lake District.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Holiday cottage near the beach in Coulderton Beach, near St Bees with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

View | Seaside Cottage, Coulderton Beach, nr. St Bees

Very comfortable

Seaside Cottage, St Bees

Unique wooden clad beach-style cottage, 20 yards from the west Cumbrian sea shore, with panoramic sea views towards the Isle of Man and St Bees Head.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Sea View
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Seaside
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Pet friendly accommodation in Glenridding, near Ullswater with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Bank End, Glenridding, nr. Ullswater

Good choice!

Bank End, Glenridding and Southern Ullswater

Spacious holiday accommodation just yards from Ullswater. Excellent walks from the doorstep up Helvellyn and along Striding Edge for the brave!. Ground floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double with...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • 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.