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.

Large house to rent in Alvanley, near Frodsham with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Beautiful, two-storey, Grade II listed detached barn conversion | The Barn, Alvanley, near Frodsham

The Barn, Alvanley, near Frodsham, Cheshire, WA6 9BP.

This spacious property, accommodating up to eight guests, provides a quiet and relaxing holiday home with many tourist attractions nearby.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • 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
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage for two in Sawley, near Clitheroe with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Super

Relax and enjoy views over working farm. | Horseshoe Cottage, Sawley, near Clitheroe

Horseshoe Cottage, Sawley, near Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 4LH.

Nestled in the beautiful Ribble Valley, Horseshoe Cottage adjoins the owner’s home on a working sheep farm, close to the village of Sawley.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Vacation rental in Waberthwaite, near Ravenglass with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Delightful living room with cosy wood burner | Stonefold Cottage, Waberthwaite, near Ravenglass

Stonefold Cottage, Waberthwaite, near Ravenglass, Cumbria, LA19 5YP.

A fantastic detached barn conversion with lots of character located in a rural position with panoramic views over Lakeland Fells.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Brampton, nr Appleby with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Very comfortable

Exterior | High Moor Cottage, Brampton, nr Appleby

High Moor Cottage, Brampton, nr Appleby, Cumbria, CA16 6JR.

A tranquil retreat nestled in the Eden Valley perfect for exploring Cumbria, the Lakes, Pennines or even the Scottish Borders.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage welcomes dogs in Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Levans Cottage - Meathop Fell Caravan Club Apartments and Cottage, Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands

Levans Cottage, Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6RB.

Well-equipped ground floor apartment with an enclosed garden and family friendly facilities. Coastal location with plenty to see and do nearby. 1 step to entrance. All on the ground floor....

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic getaway in Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile.

Well presented

Sitting-out-area | Kent View Apartment - Meathop Fell Caravan Club Apartments and Cottage, Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands

Kent View Apartment, Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6RB.

Pet friendly holiday apartment for two within 10 acres of landscaped gardens with lots to do in the immediate area.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic cottage in Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile.

Well equipped

Exterior | Arnside Apartment - Meathop Fell Caravan Club Apartments and Cottage, Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands

Arnside Apartment, Meathop, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6RB.

Situated in ten acres of land this ground floor apartment in the south of the National Park is ideal for exploring both coast and country.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • 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!