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.

Holiday cottage near the sea in Haverigg, near Millom with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile.

Well presented

Lovely holiday home (right of the photo) in a fantastic location | Cockleshell Cottage, Haverigg, near Millom

Cockleshell Cottage, Haverigg, near Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4EP.

Aptly named ‘Cockleshell’ sits adjacent to the harbour on the Cumbrian Coastal Way with lovely views of the estuary from the balcony.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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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.

Very comfortable

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.

Well presented

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 equipped

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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Cottage for two in Weetwood, near Kelsall with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | Weetwood Lodge, Weetwood, nr. Kelsall

Weetwood Lodge, Weetwood, near Kelsall, Cheshire, CW6 0NQ.

Cosy cottage ideal rural retreat for couples, perfect for walkers, close to Sandstone Trail and Eddisbury Way, Kelsall nearby.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large group accommodation in Betley, near Nantwich with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great choice!

Spacious semi-detached holiday home | Buddileigh Farm, Betley, near Nantwich

Buddileigh Farm, Betley, near Nantwich, Cheshire, CW3 9AF.

Enjoy the 17 acres of the shared wonderful garden leading down to a pond with resident swans.

  • 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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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.

Editors choice

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.

Super

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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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!