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.

Holiday home in Lamplugh, near Cockermouth with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Inviting holiday home with patio area | Blake Fell Lodge - Gatra Farm Lodges, Lamplugh, near Cockermouth

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Blake Fell Lodge Uk, Buttermere and Borrowdale

This stunning, detached timber lodge has a sauna, outside shower room and hot tub, and is just perfect for a holiday to remember.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday cottage near Caldbeck and Uldale with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Relaxing private hot tub | Woodpecker Cottage - Wallace Lane Farm Cottages, near Caldbeck and Uldale

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Woodpecker Cottage, Caldbeck Fells

Woodpecker Cottage is a handsome two bedroom property in a quiet area close to the small village of Caldbeck.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Self catering holiday in Lamplugh, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Inviting holiday home with patio area | Knock Murton Lodge - Gatra Farm Lodges, Lamplugh, near Cockermouth

Well presented

Knock Murton Lodge Uk, Buttermere and Borrowdale

In a great location for exploring the Western Lakes, this wonderful lodge is 5 miles from Loweswater and has its own hot tub and sauna.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Self-catering cottage close to the sea in Mawbray, near Silloth with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Curlew Cottage, Mawbray, near Silloth

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Curlew Cottage, Silloth and the Solway Coast

Direct access from the property grounds to the beach, Curlew Cottage has excellent facilities and is great for discovering the Cumbrian coast.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly accommodation in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Light and airy living space | Doddick Chase Cottage - Doddick Farm Cottages, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Doddick Chase Cottage Uk, Threlkeld and St John's in the Vale

A well-presented holiday cottage with interesting features, great views and tonnes of character. A great property in a peaceful holiday cottage community.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute dog friendly short break in Ullock, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Superbly refurbished living room | Wyndham Cottage, Ullock, near Cockermouth

Great quality

Wyndham Cottage, Cockermouth and the North West Fells

This detached barn conversion of exceptional quality is ideally located for exploring Cumbria and the Lake District National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for rent in Yanwath, near Pooley Bridge with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Cabin style holiday home perched on the hillside | Kaptain’s Cabin, Yanwath, near Pooley Bridge

Kaptains Cabin, Penrith

Set in secluded countryside with fantastic panoramic views to distant fells this superb lodge is conveniently situated for the exploration of the Northern Lakes and Pennines.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • 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.