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 Crosthwaite with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Rock Cottage, Crosthwaite

Rock Cottage, Crosthwaite, Cumbria, LA8 8HX.

Comfortable cottage in the heart of the Lyth Valley, an ideal and characterful base for exploring the delights of the southern Lake District.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • 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
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Self catering accommodation in with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Winter Short Breaks, Hot Tub - Private.

Good choice!

Exterior | Butterfly Cottage,

BUTTERFLY COTTAGE, , Cumbria, LA8 9LE.

Butterfly Cottage is a beautiful property within the grounds of Low Jock Scar Esate, the gardens awash with colour and bursting with wildlife.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Romantic break in Ings, near Staveley with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Exterior | Burnthwaite Cottage, Ings

Burnthwaite Cottage, Ings, near Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9PY.

250 year old cottage in a rural yet convenient location for exploring the busier resorts of Lakeland, the perfect little love nest for two.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Lake District
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic retreats in Bowness on Windermere with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | The Stable Loft - The Stables Apartments, Bowness on Windermere

The Stable Loft, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2JW.

A cosy first floor flat for couples in the heart of Bowness on Windermere, a convenient location for exploring central Lakeland on public transport.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dogs welcome to stay in Bowness on Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Traditional mid-terrace holiday home | Duckling Cottage, Bowness on Windermere

Duckling Cottage, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3AU.

Traditional cottage in popular town centre location ideal for two couples wishing to have all amenities on the doorstep.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Group accommodation in Windermere with 6 bedrooms, Sleeps 14 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Well presented

Marvellous private hot tub | Number One - The Terrace, Windermere

Number One The Terrace, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AJ.

The house has been renovated in a boutique hotel style whilst retaining many of its features, and also boasts a private hot tub.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Pet friendly accommodation in Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Well presented

Living room | Betsy Cottage, Windermere

Betsy Cottage, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AE.

Betsy Cottage enjoys a very central yet quiet location in the heart of Windermere and offers contemporary, stylish accommodation for you and your pet.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage to rent in Windermere with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 12 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome.

Exceptional

Living room | Orrest Head House - Orrest Head House and Cottage, Windermere

Orrest Head House, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1JG.

Orrest Head House sleeps 12 but can be combined with Orrest Head Cottage to sleep up to 17. Ground Floor: Living room: With open fire, TV and patio doors leading to patio. Snug: With TV....

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • 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.

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