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.

Dogs welcome to stay in Staveley-in-Cartmel, near Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

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Delightful cottage | April Cottage, Staveley-in-Cartmel, near Windermere

April Cottage, Staveley-in-Cartmel, near Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8NH.

A quaint white washed stone cottage in a quiet village just south of Windermere and within walking distance of the lake shore.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

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Beautiful terraced cottage | Bay Cottage, Keswick

Bay Cottage, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DF.

Situated in a quiet residential area, only a few minutes’ easy walk from the centre of Keswick with a wide range of shops, cafes, pubs and places to eat.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Dogs welcome to stay in Low Wood, near Ulverston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 3. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Well presented

Cosy living room with multi-fuel burner | Coopers Cottage, Low Wood, near Ulverston

Coopers Cottage, Low Wood, near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8LY.

Coopers Cottage provides a perfect getaway for those wishing to explore the Lake District National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute self catering holiday in Bowness-on-Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Comfortable living area with balcony access | Claife View, Bowness-on-Windermere

Claife View, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DT.

Right in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, this second floor apartment is within easy reach of shops, pubs and restaurants.

  • Golf nearby
  • 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 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.

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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.

Well presented

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.

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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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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.