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.

Dog friendly holiday cottage in Torver, near Coniston with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Quirky first class accommodation in Cumbria | Station Master’s House - Torver Station Cottages, Torver, near Coniston

Very comfortable

The Station Masters House, Coniston and Grizedale, Cumbria

First class accommodation at a former railway station, a unique holiday home from which to explore Cumbria and the Lake District.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic break in Torver, near Coniston with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Lovingly converted and restored former railway building | Ticket Office - Torver Station Cottages, Torver, near Coniston

Ticket Office, Coniston and Grizedale, Cumbria

Retaining original features from when it was the railway station ticket office, enjoy a stay in this unique property whilst exploring the Lakes.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Pet welcome holiday in Thackthwaite, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Twinkleberry Barn, Thackthwaite, near Cockermouth

Well presented

Twinkleberry Barn, Buttermere and Borrowdale, Cumbria

Set in a beautiful quiet valley with easy access to lakes and fells, Whinlatter Forest Park, Buttermere and Keswick and with the coast nearby.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet welcome holiday in Ravenstonedale, near Kirkby Stephen with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Oak-floored open plan living area | Brow View Cottage, Ravenstonedale, near Kirkby Stephen

Great quality

Brow View Cottage, Appleby, Cumbria

Located in the Eden Valley, this rural escape is ideal for those who wish to explore the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • 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!