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.

Dogs welcome to stay in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Surrounding area | Seacote Gardens, St Bees, near Whitehaven

Great quality

Seacote Gardens, St Bees, Cumbria

Perfect stunning location for a holiday on the coast, with a National Park to explore on your doorstep.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Bowness-on-Windermere with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Rustic Cottage, Bowness-on-Windermere

Great quality

Rustic Cottage, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria

A high standard of accommodation within walking distance of Lake Windermere. Excellent outdoor activities nearby including water sports and walking.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Keswick with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented living area | Philip’s Cottage, Keswick

Very comfortable

Philip's Cottage, Keswick, Cumbria

With the beautiful Lake District National Park at your fingertips, this lovely holiday cottage provides all the comforts to ensure a wonderful rural escape.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • 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
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Pet friendly holiday in Brough, near Kirkby Stephen with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Stunning holiday home | The Beeches - Augill Beck Park, Brough, near Kirkby Stephen

Great quality

The Beeches Uk, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria

The Beeches is a spacious lodge in the beautiful Eden Valley and is an ideal base to explore the Lake District National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Uk holidays with dogs in Brough, near Kirkby Stephen with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Picturesque holiday home | The Pines - Augill Beck Park, Brough, near Kirkby Stephen

Good choice!

The Pines Uk, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria

Enjoy a relaxing holiday at The Pines, which is just 5 miles from Kirkby Stephen and within easy reach of the Lake District National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage near the sea in Dalton-in-Furness with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Exterior | Tom’s Cottage, Dalton-in-Furness

Well presented

Tom's Cottage, Ulverston and Lakeland Peninsula, Cumbria

Just 3 miles from the beach, enjoy the nearby family attractions whilst staying at this rural retreat just 14 miles from Windermere.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • 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!