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 Pooley Bridge with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Outdoor area | Finkle Cottage, Pooley Bridge

Finkle Cottage, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NW.

With plenty of space inside, this detached cottage lies just a short stroll from Ullswater Lake and has local facilities just a 100 yards away.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Uk holiday home in Kendal with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Lovely Lakeland terraced holiday home | Glaramara, Kendal

Glaramara, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5QN.

Enjoy a holiday based in Kendal and all the advantages of town amenities on your doorstep yet within just a few miles of the grandeur and outdoor activities of the Lake District National...

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute holiday in Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Living room | Bowness Apartments- Bowness Apartment - Bowness Apartments , Bowness-on-Windermere

Bowness Apartment 8- UK11016, Bowness-on-Windermere , Cumbria, LA23 3DW.

This holiday apartment couldn’t be better placed for exploring the beautiful Lake District, with boat trips and a host of amenities and attractions close by.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute break in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

View | Fairholme, Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite

Fairholme, Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 5SF.

Enjoy a relaxing holiday in this tranquil location, set in a little known hamlet but just 4 miles away from Keswick and its amenities.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Romantic break in Borrowdale, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Great quality

Delightful property | Field House Lodge - Field House Cottages, Borrowdale, near Keswick

Field House Lodge, Borrowdale, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UY.

This wonderful lodge with enough space for two is situated close to Derwentwater and is ideally located for exploring the Lake District National Park.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Holiday home rental in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Exterior | Hawthorne House, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

Hawthorne House, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA13 9YD.

2 storey apartment in a peaceful rural setting next to Bassenthwaite Lake with stunning views of Sale Fell.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Self catering holiday in White Moss, near Grasmere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Winter Short Breaks.

Good choice!

Delightful detached Lakeland cottage | The Coach House, White Moss, near Grasmere

The Coach House, White Moss, near Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SE.

Once owned by William Wordsworth, this wonderful property offers so much history and character in a beautiful area of the Lake District.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Luxury cottage for two in Watermillock, near Penrith with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Superb

Views looking out onto Ullswater | Lake View Farm, Watermillock, near Penrith

Lake View Farm, Watermillock, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JH.

You can look out over the lake from the open plan living area and decked area, or enjoy a tranquil steamer ride.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • 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
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Vacation accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Well equipped

Living room | Spring Mouse Apartment, Bowness-on-Windermere

Spring Mouse Apartment, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DT.

This lovely second floor apartment is situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere and is the perfect base to explore The Lake District.

  • 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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Dogs welcome to stay in Dukes Meadow, near Greystoke with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Lovely detached timber lodge | Larchwood, Dukes Meadow, near Greystoke

Larchwood, Dukes Meadow, near Greystoke, Cumbria, CA11 0XW.

Enjoy wildlife spotting from this detached lodge, with red squirrels, hares, birds and roe deer all known to live in the surrounding area.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • 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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Luxury holiday cottage in Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Delightful detached bungalow | Cobble Garth, Keswick

Cobble Garth, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DE.

A delightful bolthole for four especially suited to those with restricted mobility, nestled just 600 yards from the centre of Keswick.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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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.