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.

Pet friendly holiday in Keswick with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Grandy Nook and Bag End, Keswick

Well equipped

Bag End, Keswick

This stylish apartment oozes quality and character, and enjoys a fantastic location in the centre of Keswick, with the fells accessible from the doorstep!. First Floor: The property is all...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Large family holiday house in Edderside, near Allonby with 7 bedrooms, sleeps 18. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Edderside Hall, Edderside, nr. Allonby

Super

Edderside Hall, Silloth and the Solway Coast

Situated in an AONB, this holiday property boasts stunning views across the garden and countryside towards the Skiddaw mountain range.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Exclusive self-catering cottage in Kirkandrews-on-Eden, near Carlisle with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Hollow Creek Cottage, Kirkandrews-on-Eden, nr. Carlisle

Well presented

Hollow Creek Cottage , Carlisle

A generously sized property for two with lovely original features situated in a quiet village location right by Hadrian’s Wall.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Group accommodation in Bassenthwaite with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Holly Bank, Bassenthwaite

Super

Holly Bank, Bassenthwaite

Fabulous detached bungalow with lake and fell views, 2 acres of private grounds and ample parking. Ground Floor: Lounge: With wood burning stove, leather sofas and chair, Freesat TV, DVD, CD...

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Large house in Crook, Kendal with 6 bedrooms, sleeps 12. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Superb detached former farmhouse | Low Shepherd Yeat Farm, Crook, Kendal

Well equipped

Low Shepherd' Yeat Farm, Bowness-on-Windermere

This farmhouse with pretty countryside views enjoys 25 acres of land and has its own stretch of the River Gilpin.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • 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.