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 for hire near Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Child. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Exterior | Haystacks - Meadowcroft Cottages, near Bowness-on-Windermere

Haystacks , near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JE.

Part of a modern development and within a small community of holiday cottages just a short walk from Lake Windermere and Bowness.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Lake District
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute holiday let in Ambleside with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 2 Babies. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Wonderful holiday home | Rolton House, Ambleside

Rolton House, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0DF.

Rolton House is a spacious home in Ambleside, tastefully decorated and in a prime location to explore the Lake District National Park.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • 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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Cottage welcomes dogs in Allithwaite, near Grange-over-Sands with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Exterior | Dunmail House, Allithwaite, near Grange-over-Sands

Dunmail House, Allithwaite, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7RQ.

With views over Morecambe Bay and a pub across the road, this house is a great base from which to explore or simply relax.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
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Cottage in england in Keswick with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Super

Beautifully presented, three-bedroom holiday cottage | Oak Lea, Keswick

Oak Lea, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DZ.

Located just yards away from the centre of Keswick, this property is the ideal base for discovering all that the North Lakes has to offer.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Romantic retreats in Broughton-in-Furness with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Lovely sunny sitting out area underneath the pergola | Stonecroft Cottage - Wreaks End Farm, Broughton-in-Furness

Stonecroft Cottage, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6BS.

Stonecroft Cottage is perfectly located for exploring the Lake District National Park and the beautiful beaches of Cumbria.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for rent in Oxen Park, near Ulverston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Lovely stone-built holiday home and delightful garden | Bandrake Barn, Oxen Park, near Ulverston

Bandrake Barn, Oxen Park, near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8HN.

A break at Bandrake Barn offers rest and relaxation. Enjoy walking in the Lake District National Park with Fells, mountains, lakes and forest trails.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage for hire in Portinscale near Keswick with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Heatherside, Portinscale near Keswick

Heatherside, Portinscale near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RN.

Set on the northern shores of Derwentwater, this semi-detached property enjoys fell views from the bedrooms and gardens and a mile from Keswick.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • 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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Dog friendly weekend break in Ambleside with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Ellerview, Ambleside

Ellerview House, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9EU.

Attractive traditional Lakeland slate family home on the fringes of Ambleside, the perfect base for walkers and families.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Short breaks with dogs in Sowerby Row near Penrith with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Open plan living space with beams and tiled floor. | Mere Croft, Sowerby Row near Penrith

Mere Croft, Sowerby Row near Penrith, Cumbria, CA4 0QH.

Character barn conversion in a tranquil and isolated location with two en-suite bedrooms and wildlife in the grounds.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • 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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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.