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 that accepts dogs in Rockcliffe with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | The Eden Hideaway - Castletown Estate, Rockcliffe

The Eden Hideaway - UK1554, Rockcliffe, Cumbria, CA6 4BW.

A little rural gem the perfect rural hideaway with beautiful views over the River Eden surrounded by the wonderful Cumbrian countryside.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
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Cottage with dogs allowed in Rockcliffe with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Exterior | Solway Marsh View - Castletown Estate, Rockcliffe

Solway Marsh View - UK1553, Rockcliffe, Cumbria, CA6 4BW.

A cosy and comfortable rural cottage in the most beautiful tranquil setting with views over the River Eden.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large house to rent in Bowness-On-Windermere with 18 bedrooms, Sleeps 36 + 5 Babies. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Exceptional

Exterior | Fallbarrow Hall, Bowness-On-Windermere

Fallbarrow Hall, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DL.

Perfect for a celebration, special occasion or a large family reunion. A Grade II listed Gothic Victorian Mansion only a 5-minute walk to Bowness on Windermere.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly weekend break in Grange Over Sands with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | Hampsfell Cottage - Grange Cottages, Grange Over Sands

Hampsfell Cottage - UK1518, Grange Over Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6BG.

Picture perfect cottage in an elevated position with contemporary decor and stylish interior design, and easy access to The South Lakes. Ground Floor: Step to entrance. All on the ground...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage in Grange Over Sands with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Great choice!

Exterior | Woodhaven - Grange Cottages, Grange Over Sands

Woodhaven - UK1517, Grange Over Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6BG.

A detached property with amazing views to the coast, a private hot tub and beautiful gardens. Easy access to The South Lakes.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large self-catering holiday house in Barras, near Kirkby Stephen with 7 bedrooms, Sleeps 17. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Mouthlock Chapel, Barras, near Kirkby Stephen

Mouthlock Chapel, Barras, near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4ES.

This converted chapel enjoys a secluded location between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District, bursting with character and appeal with a cosy wood burner.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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Large cottage to rent in Kendal with 9 bedrooms, Sleeps 18 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Hot Tub - Private.

Well presented

Setting | Low Jock Scar Country Estate, Kendal

Low Jock Scar Estate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9LE.

Unique group accommodation across four separate properties, perfect for a family get together whilst retaining your own space.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large self-catering holiday house in Bassenthwaite with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Living room | Brook House 1 - Brook House Cottage Holidays, Bassenthwaite

Brook House 1 - UK1415, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.

A superb holiday cottage with oak beams, in the heart of Bassenthwaite village, with wood burner, and an enclosed walled garden overlooking a stream with ducks.

  • 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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Vacation accommodation in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Lovely end terraced cottage | Rowan House, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Rowan House, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RX.

With a superb village location, two excellent pubs nearby and a short drive into Keswick, Rowan House offers a spacious retreat for your next Cumbrain adventure.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage for hire in Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Hot Tub, Winter Short Breaks, Hot Tub - Private.

Superb

Living room/dining room | Horse Spout - Otter Tarn, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge

Horse Spout - UK1409, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8EY.

Horse Spout is close to the beautiful South Lakes villages of Cartmel, Newby Bridge & Backbarrow.

  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute self catering in Cockermouth with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Living room | Cockleshell Cottage, Cockermouth

Cockleshell Cottage, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9QS.

Situated in the heart of Cockermouth town centre, you have an abundance of pubs, shops and restaurants nearby and a beautiful cottage as your base.

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