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 two in Broughton-in-Furness with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Living room | Ugly Duckling Cottage, Broughton-in-Furness

Ugly Duckling Cottage, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6HJ.

We love the cosy romantic feel of this cute and quirky cottage with its original features, the charm of exposed stone walls and wooden beams, located in the quiet village of...

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
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Dog friendly weekend break in Carr Bank, near Arnside with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Very comfortable

View | The Cottage at Breeze Hill, Carr Bank, near Arnside

The Cottage at Breeze Hill, Carr Bank, near Arnside, Cumbria, LA7 7LD.

In a tranquil location close to the sea, this beautifully presented spacious bungalow is ideal for couples, families and small groups.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • 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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Rent a cottage in Portinscale, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Exterior | 1 Harney Peak - Harney Peak, Portinscale, near Keswick

1 Harney Peak, Portinscale, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RD.

Central location in Portinscale, close to the Derwentwater, set in a quiet village with amenities close by. You can walk into Keswick in 20 minutes.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly self catering in Askham, near Penrith with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Fabulous

Detached house with enclosed front and back garden | Nurses Cottage, Askham, near Penrith

Nurses Cottage, Askham, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PH.

An attractive and spacious cottage in the Northern Lakes with an open fire, enclosed garden and just a short drive to Pooley Bridge and the lake shore of Ullswater.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Uk holidays with dogs in Ulverston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Living room/dining room | The Warehouse, Ulverston

The Warehouse, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7BJ.

We love the original features and exposed beams of this repurposed warehouse, ideally located within a 2-minute walk of the centre of the lovely market town of Ulverston.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Ulverston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Living room/dining room | Leather Lane Cottage, Ulverston

Leather Lane Cottage, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7DT.

We love the high ceilings and exposed beams of this welcoming property, ideally located within a 2-minute walk of the centre of Ulverston, offering easy access to the South Lakes area of the...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Large self-catering holiday house in Ulverston with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile.

Exceptional

Interior | The Old Chapel, Ulverston

The Old Chapel, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7SY.

A magnificent chapel conversion offering a large social space on the ground floor. The perfect venue to use as a base for all the attractions and scenery that South Lakes area has to offer.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Kirkby Thore in the Eden Valley, Cumbria with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Garden | Mirfield, Kirkby Thore in the Eden Valley, Cumbria

Mirfield, Kirkby Thore in the Eden Valley, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA10 1UA.

A lovely family cottage in the Eden Valley, a perfectly positioned base to explore everything that Cumbria has to offer, from the Pennines in the North, to the Lake District to the West.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday in Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile.

Very comfortable

Living room | Park Road Cottage, Windermere

Park Road Cottage, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2BE.

We love the welcoming feel of this tastefully renovated cottage which still retains some of its original features. It is ideally located within walking access to the beautiful towns of...

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • 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.