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.

Large self-catering holiday house in Arkleby, near Cockermouth with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 10 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | Holly Lodge, Arkleby, nr. Cockermouth

Holly Lodge, Arkleby, near Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA7 2BT.

Fantastic, late Georgian, detached country house with stunning interiors, luxury finishing touches and large gardens. Good access to both coast and country.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly accommodation in Haytongate, near Brampton with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Exterior | Haytongate Barn, Haytongate, near Brampton

Haytongate Barn, Haytongate, near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2HQ.

Situated in an elevated position directly on the historic Hadrian’s Wall Path, this detached, stone holiday cottage has been converted from a former barn and stands within the grounds of...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Luxury cottage for two in Bowness-on-Windermere with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Living room | Bownessy’s Retreat - Quarry Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere

Bownessy's Retreat - 26989, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DW.

This newly refurbished ground floor apartment is just minutes from the shores of Lake Windermere, and all amenities including restaurants, bars shops and the wonderful Beatrix Potter...

  • 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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Group accommodation in St. Johns-in-the-Vale, near Keswick with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Winter Short Breaks.

Fabulous

Exterior | Bram Cragg Barn, St. Johns-in-the-Vale, nr. Keswick

Bram Crag Barn, St. Johns-in-the-Vale, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TS.

Spacious, open plan barn and byre conversion decorated to the highest of standards with fantastic views towards Helvellyn and Blencathra.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Self catering holiday in Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Exterior | Belle View, Bowness-on-Windermere

Belle View - 26645, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DW.

A light and airy first floor apartment with a balcony, close to the heart of Bowness - an ideal base for year round holidays.

  • 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
  • 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.