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.

Last minute self catering holiday in Flookburgh, near Grange over Sands with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Quince Cottage, Flookburgh, near Grange over Sands

Quince Cottage, Cartmel

This traditional mid-terraced cottage is conveniently situated for all the amenities within the popular village of Flookburgh, and is an ideal base for exploring the South Lakes and Cartmel...

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Little holiday house in Cockermouth, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Living room | Tanner’s Cottage, Cockermouth, nr. Keswick

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Tanner's Cottage, Cockermouth and the North West Fells

A charming cottage for two with an enclosed garden just five minutes from the centre of Cockermouth . Ground Floor:Living/dining room: With electric fire, 32" Freeview TV, CD player and...

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage to rent in Crosby-on-Eden, near Carlisle with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Stunning Grade II listed house | Eden Grove, Crosby-on-Eden, near Carlisle

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Eden Grove, Carlisle

This stunning Grade II listed house serves as ideal accommodation for a large group looking to explore Carlisle and the surrounding areas.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • 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.