Self-catering holiday in the Lake District

Self-catering holiday cottages in North West England

Visitors to the Lake District will find they are completely spoilt for choice when it comes to self-catering accommodation. Whether you’re looking for a short break or perhaps planning a longer holiday, there is an excellent choice of cottages, lodges, apartments, chalets, flats, caravanning and camping facilities throughout the region.

And it makes no difference what style of accommodation you choose, because you can rest assured you will receive a warm Cumbrian welcome and the best hospitality in one of the most idyllic parts of the UK. But not restricted to rural Cumbria, cross over the West Pennine Moors to Blackpool and Liverpool for industry museums and art galleries.

Stay for a short break or make the most of the region and rent a cottage for several weeks.

Cottage for hire in Bowness, near Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Characterful terraced cottage | Warner Lea, Bowness, near Windermere

Warner Lea, Bowness, near Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2JN.

Positioned in a conservation area of Bowness and only a short walk from the centre. Delightful interiors which include multi-fuel burner and designer kitchen.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Small holiday cottage in Alston with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Shared.

Exterior | Harbut Law Holiday Cottages - The Calf Shed, Alston

The Calf Shed, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3BD.

A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed. Great walking to be enjoyed with the Pennine Way on the doorstep.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Short breaks with dogs in Alston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Shared.

Exterior | The Cottage - Harbut Law Holiday Cottages, Alston

The Cottage - 28645, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3BD.

Delightful barn conversion, ideal location for touring the area, market town of Alston with its narrow gauge railway close by.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic hideaways in Kirkandrews-on-Eden, near Carlisle with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Living room | Hollow Creek Cottage, Kirkandrews-on-Eden, near Carlisle

HOLLOW CREEK COTTAGE - 28012, Kirkandrews-on-Eden, near Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 6DJ.

A generously sized property for two with lovely original features situated in a quiet village location right by Hadrian’s Wall.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • 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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Cottage for rent in Whalley with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 2 Children and 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | The Barn - Bramley Farm Cottages, Whalley

The Barn - 27977, Whalley, Lancashire, BB7 9FR.

19th century barn conversion, walks from the door, bridleway close by, stabling available, popular area for cyclists and mountain bikers.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly holiday in Hale Village with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Childe of Hale Cottage, Hale Village

Childe Of Hale Cottage - 27896, Hale Village, Cheshire, L24 4AX.

Historic, thatched cottage, with exposed stonework, woodburner and beams, Knowsley Safari Park, Speke Hall and Aintree racecourse nearby.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Honeymoon cottage in West Hall, near Brampton with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Well presented

Exterior | The Fauld, West Hall, nr. Brampton

THE FAULD, West Hall, near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2BP.

Enjoy stunning rural views from the hot tub of this converted sheep fauld in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
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Pet friendly self catering in Pilling, near Preesall with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Bright and comfortable holiday cottage | West Boundary Farm Cottage - West Boundary Farm Cottage 2 - West Boundary Farm Cottages, Pilling, near Preesall

West Boundary Farm Cottage 2, Pilling, near Preesall, Lancashire, PR3 6SJ.

One of two cottages located down a private lane, can be booked with sister cottage for larger groups.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly accommodation in Pilling, near Preesall with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Comfortable semi-detached cottage | West Boundary Farm Cottage 1 - West Boundary Farm Cottages, Pilling, near Preesall

West Boundary Farm Cottage 1, Pilling, near Preesall, Lancashire, PR3 6SJ.

Semi detached cottage, pet friendly with wood burning stove, fishing lakes available, Lytham St Annes and Fleetwood nearby.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Rent a house for a activity holiday

The Lake District National Park is a popular holiday destination full of adventure with fresh water lakes and beautiful mountain ranges. Rent a barn or a converted farmhouse close to an outdoor activity centre and hire the equipment for sailing, canoeing, cycling, off-road biking, walking and bird watching and make the most of the region. The Lake District is one of the most popular outdoor adventure / activity destinations. Well equipped for sailing, cycling, walking, rock climbing and hiking.

Lake District, Cumbria, Lancashire and Cheshire are within the vast region of North West and are serviced by good road and trail transport links and tourists fly in from around the world to Manchester International Airport. You can hire a car and be at a holiday house in the Lake District very quickly!