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.

Sitting-out-area | Stybarrow View Cottage, Glenridding, near Ullswater

Stybarrow View Cottage, Glenridding, near Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0QD.

A traditional mid terrace cottage situated on the southern shores of Ullswater with superb fell views and walks from the door.

  • 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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Impressive holiday home | Hartrees House, Silecroft

Hartrees House, Silecroft, Cumbria, LA18 4NX.

Enjoying both fell and sea views this generously proportioned holiday home is ideal for enjoy all aspects of Cumbria’s landscape.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • 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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Exterior | Beckside - Halls Bank Cottages, Arkleby, near Cockermouth

Beckside, Arkleby, near Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA7 2BP.

A secluded stone cottage with delightful views, private hot tub (for hire) and shared use of a swimming pool and sauna.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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Garden and grounds | Holly House, Pooley Bridge, near Ullswater

Holly House, Pooley Bridge, near Ullswater, Cumbria, CA10 2NN.

In the heart of beautiful Pooley Bridge a lovely village house ideal for large groups. Just moments from Ullswater.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Apple Tree Cottage, Threlkeld, nr. Keswick

APPLE TREE COTTAGE, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RX.

Set in Threlkeld, a quiet village with views of Blencathra. Spacious, cosy and with an abundance of walks from the doorstep.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • 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!