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.

Dog friendly holiday cottage in Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Relaxing decking with garden furniture | Briargarth, Keswick

Briargarth, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QF.

Just a 5-minute walk from Keswick’s town centre, this bungalow is great for enjoying the surrounding fells.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage getaway in Ambleside with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Comfortable living room | Little Nook, Ambleside

Little Nook, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0DD.

Set within the Lake District National Park, this first-floor apartment is well-placed in the lovely town of Ambleside to enjoy both stunning scenery and attractions.

  • 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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Cottage for hire in Grasmere, near Ambleside with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Great quality

Immaculate, first floor apartment | Easedale Corner, Grasmere, near Ambleside

Easedale Corner, Grasmere, near Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9TA.

This first floor apartment enjoys a central position in Grasmere, with a pub just 100 yards away and the town of Ambleside a short drive.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Brocklebank, near Caldbeck and Uldale with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Inviting private hot tub | Kestrel Cabin - Wallace Lane Farm Cottages, Brocklebank, near Caldbeck and Uldale

Kestrel Cabin - UK1246, Brocklebank, near Caldbeck and Uldale, Cumbria, CA7 8BF.

With a wood burner and private hot tub, this cabin is ideal for families looking for a relaxing break in Caldbeck and the surrounding areas.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for a couple in Grasmere, near Ambleside with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Not categorised | Greenacres Rest - Green Acres, Grasmere, near Ambleside

Greenacres Rest, Grasmere, near Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9TD.

This stylish, light and comfortable apartment sits just yards away from the centre of one of Lakelands prettiest villages, Grasmere.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large family holiday house in Windermere with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Excellent

Exterior | Elleray Cottage, Windermere

Elleray Cottage, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AW.

This wonderful cottage has so much to offer families and friends alike in the pictureque county of Cumbria.

  • 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
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Romantic holiday cottage in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Outstanding view from the garden | Cottam Road, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Cottam Road, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RX.

This lovingly decorated studio offers an idyllic couple’s retreat, with a host of sights and attractions to discover nearby.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Luxury holiday cottage in Troutbeck Bridge, near Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared, Hot Tub - Private.

Great quality

White Cross Bay Marina viewpoint | Bielby Lodge, Troutbeck Bridge, near Windermere

Bielby Lodge, Troutbeck Bridge, near Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LF.

Enjoy the relaxing surroundings in this delightful single-storey lodge, with hot tub, which is nestled close to the picturesque shores of the iconic Lake Windermere.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly accommodation in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Delightful, well presented open plan living space | Katellen Cottage, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Katellen Cottage, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TX.

This delightful, single-storey cottage lies in the heart of the Lake District National Park with great walks from the doorstep.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • 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.