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 house to rent in Bowness-on-Solway with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Fabulous

Garden | The Barnacle Goose - North Plain Farm, Bowness-on-Solway

The Barnacle Goose - UK35261, Bowness-on-Solway, Cumbria, CA7 5AG.

Wow - a fabulous holiday guaranteed in this stunning barn conversion, with equally stunning views!!. Ground Floor: Step to entrance. Living room: With LED feature fire, 75" Smart TV and...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage welcomes dogs in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Open plan living space | 1, Threlkeld, near Keswick

1, The Barns, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SZ.

Located in a rural location within easy reach of Threlkeld and Keswick. 1, The Barns is full of character and desirable features.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for a couple in Bowness-On-Windermere with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Living room/dining room | The Snug, Bowness-On-Windermere

The Snug, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DT.

Set back from the main road, the apartment offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling town centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, yet within 1 minutes’ walk, you can be stood in the heart of...

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Pets – not allowed
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Big houses to rent in Winscales with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Summer Short Breaks.

Good choice!

Living room | High Mains, Winscales

High Mains, Winscales, Cumbria, CA14 4JG.

Easy access to the West Cumbrian Coast and a great base to explore the Lake District National Park, Ennerdale, Whitehaven, Cockermouth and Keswick.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Summer Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large self-catering accommodation in Keswick with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Well equipped

Living room | Helvellyn House, Keswick

Helvellyn House, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EP.

Helvellyn House is in an ideal location near to Keswick town centre, surrounded by beautiful scenery, some on view from the bedroom windows.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for rent in Flookburgh, near Grange-over-Sands with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Living room/dining room | Quince Cottage, Flookburgh, near Grange-over-Sands

Quince Cottage, Flookburgh, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7LA.

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
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Pets – not allowed
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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.