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 welcomes dogs in Rosthwaite, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Open plan living space | Castle Howe, Rosthwaite, near Keswick

Castle Howe, Rosthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XB.

A stay at this pretty holiday cottage, ideally located for exploring the picturesque Lake District National Park, will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Brocklebank, near Caldbeck and Uldale with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 4. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Hot tub | Starling Lodge - Wallace Lane Farm Cottages, Brocklebank, near Caldbeck and Uldale

Starling Lodge - UK31071, Brocklebank, near Caldbeck and Uldale, Cumbria, CA7 8BF.

Spend the day exploring Carlisle or the Lake District National Park, then return to this cabin and relax in your very own hot tub.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic holiday cottage in Bassenthwaite with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Living area | Rebecca Puddle Duck Cottage, Bassenthwaite

Rebecca Puddle Duck Cottage, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.

Relax in this quirky barn conversion with oak beams in Bassenthwaite village, by a stream with ducks in a valley between the lake and Skiddaw Mountain, yet only 15-minutes from the market...

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Bassenthwaite with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile.

Good choice!

Living room | Jemima’s Cottage, Bassenthwaite

Jemima's Cottage, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.

Within the village of Bassenthwaite, Jemima’s Cottage is perfect for exploring the quieter, northern part of the Lake District National Park and all its attractions.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
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Pet friendly holiday in Bassenthwaite with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Great quality

Living room | Brook House 2 - Brook House Cottage Holidays, Bassenthwaite

Brook House 2 - UK31043, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.

A beautiful, very spacious, 17th-century cottage with chunky oak beams, feature red brick fireplace and wood burner, situated near a stream with ducks in a small village with a pub.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Large house to rent in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 6 bedrooms, Sleeps 12 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Hot Tub - Private.

Superb

Exterior | The Hoggest and Annexe - The Hoggest, Threlkeld, near Keswick

The Hoggest and Annexe, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TB.

This large luxury property is perfect for large groups whilst offering a family space of their own in the self-contained annexe.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large cottage in Brampton with 7 bedrooms, Sleeps 14. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Superb

Living area | The Scotch Arms Mews, Brampton

The Scotch Arms Mews - UK30910, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1SB.

This perfect home from home makes a great base for family and friends to enjoy a holiday in Cumbria at any time of year.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 3 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | The Dairy - Stone House Farm Holiday Cottages, St Bees, near Whitehaven

The Dairy - UK30867, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0DE.

Excellent single storey cottage sleeps up to three guests in the heart of St Bees. Plenty of pubs nearby and an excellent beach for some fresh sea air.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic hideaways in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

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

The Milking Parlour - UK30866, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0DE.

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
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute break in Coniston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Editors choice

Living area | Yewdale Crags Apartment, Coniston

Yewdale Crags Apartment, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HH.

Yewdale Crags apartment provides you with the perfect base for exploring Coniston and the surrounding fells, with facilities just 100 yards away.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • 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.