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.

Uk holiday home in Loweswater, near Cockermouth with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Superb detached cottage, located in simply stunning surroundings | The Old Post Office Gillerthwaite, Loweswater, near Cockermouth

Superb

The Old Post Office, Buttermere and Borrowdale

This superb detached cottage, located in simply stunning surroundings, offers the perfect base for a luxury holiday to remember.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Large group accommodation in Keswick with 5 bedrooms, sleeps 10. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Stunning kitchen/ dining room that is central hub of this house | The Coach House, Keswick

Superb

The Coach House, Keswick

Perfect for a family get together or celebration, this beautiful property in Keswick is within walking distance of Derwentwater and the surrounding Lake District fells.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage holiday for 2 in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Darci’s Lodge - Doddick Farm Cottages, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Darci's Lodge Uk, Threlkeld and St John's in the Vale

An authentic, detached timber lodge which provides all the ingredients for a romantic and relaxing break to remember.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage holiday for 2 in Little Ees Wyke, Near Sawrey with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Decking area with wonderful ountryside views | Little Esthwaite Cottage - Little Esthwaite Cottage & Little Ees Wyke, Little Ees Wyke, Near Sawrey

Well equipped

Little Esthwaite Cottageuk, Hawkshead and Near and Far Sawrey

This spacious, single-storey cottage boasts a beautiful location in the Lake District, within a lovely little village and just a short walk from esthwaite Lake.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for two in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented double bedroom with en-suite | The Milking Parlour - Stone House Farm Holiday Cottages, St Bees, near Whitehaven

Great quality

The Milking Parlour Uk, St Bees

Contemporary ground floor holiday cottage in the heart of St Bees, perfect for a couples to explore the West Cumbrian Coast.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Rent a cottage in Ambleside with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile.

Sitting-out-area | Fairfield Cottage, Ambleside

Very comfortable

Fairfield Cottage, Ambleside

Well-equipped property with lovely outdoor space, within walking distance to pubs and town centre, and with easy access to Windermere, Ambleside, Bowness and Grasmere.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • 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.