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.

Pet friendly accommodation in Kendal with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Attractive living room with wood burner | Glaramara, Kendal

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Glaramara, Kendal and Lakes Gateway, Cumbria

Enjoy a holiday based in Kendal and all the advantages of town amenities on your doorstep yet within just a few miles of the grandeur and outdoor activities of the Lake District National...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Hoghton, near Preston with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Semi-detached holiday bungalow | Robin’s Nest, Hoghton, near Preston

Robin's Nest, Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley, Lancashire

This lovely holiday bungalow is perfectly located for a wonderful holiday discovering the local wildlife and range of nearby attractions.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage to let in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Welcoming living room with wood burner | Riverholme, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

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Riverholme, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

This excellent property offers a high level of quality throughout and makes a great base to explore Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cockermouth and the northern Lake District.

  • 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
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Large holiday house in Great Strickland near Penrith with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Thoughtfully renovated former water mill | The Old Mill, Great Strickland near Penrith

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The Old Mill, Great Strickland, Cumbria

A former mill overlooking the River Leith on the edge of Great Strickland, six miles mile from Penrith. Discover peace in the Eden Valley or adventure on Lake Ullswater.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • 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!