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.

Cottage for two in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented double bedroom with en-suite | The Milking Parlour - Stone House Farm Holiday Cottages, St Bees, near Whitehaven

Good choice!

The Milking Parlour Uk, St Bees, Cumbria

Contemporary ground floor holiday cottage in the heart of St Bees, perfect for a couples to explore the West Cumbrian Coast.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Rent a cottage in Ambleside with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile.

Sitting-out-area | Fairfield Cottage, Ambleside

Well equipped

Fairfield Cottage, Ambleside, Cumbria

Well-equipped property with lovely outdoor space, within walking distance to pubs and town centre, and with easy access to Windermere, Ambleside, Bowness and Grasmere.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cheap dog friendly holiday in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, sleeps 3. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | The Dairy - Stone House Farm Holiday Cottages, St Bees, near Whitehaven

Well equipped

The Dairy Uk, St Bees, Cumbria

Excellent single storey cottage sleeps up to three guests in the heart of St Bees. Plenty of pubs nearby and an excellent beach for some fresh sea air.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute dog friendly short break in Whitechapel, near Longridge with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Cross Keys Inn Cottages, Whitechapel, near Longridge

Good choice!

Two Dorchester Drive Uk, Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley, Lancashire

A pet-friendly cottage, just 10 minutes from Beacon Fell Country Park, with wonderful walking from the door. Family and dog friendly pub on site.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
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Cottage for rent in Mascalles, near Ulverston with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Garden and grounds | Dale Garth Lodges, Mascalles, nea

Well presented

Oak Lodge Uk, Ulverston and Lakeland Peninsula, Cumbria

Contemporary, high-end lodge with hot tub, based in the South Lakes and a perfect spot from which to explore the Lake District National Park.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly holiday in Whitechapel, near Longridge with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | One Dorchester Drive - Cross Keys Inn Cottages, Whitechapel, near Longridge

Super

One Dorchester Drive Uk, Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley, Lancashire

A perfect base for a break surrounded by wonderful countryside. Family and dog friendly pub on site.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
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Cottage welcomes dogs in Butterwick near Ullswater with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Gill Barn, Butterwick near Ullswater

Great quality

Gill Barn, Pooley Bridge and Northern Ullswater, Cumbria

A luxury barn conversion, with superb quality kitchen and extra shower room. Ground Floor: Gill Barn is heated by oil central heating and comprises: Bedroom 1: With double bed. Bedroom 2:...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • 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!