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 cottage in Whitechapel, near Preston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Well equipped

Exterior | Woodpecker Cottage, Whitechapel, near Preston

Woodpecker Cottage, Whitechapel, near Preston, Lancashire, PR3 2ER.

Whether you’re looking for a walking holiday or a romantic break in the countryside, Woodpecker Cottage makes the most perfect choice and comes complete with a hot tub.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Rental home in Marton Moss, Blackpool with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Wayside Lodge, Marton Moss, Blackpool

Wayside Lodge, Marton Moss, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 5EG.

A beautiful and modern lodge perfect for a relaxing hot tub just, and just a short drive from Lytham St Annes and Blackpool.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Pets – not allowed
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Romantic cottage in Crosby Garrett, near Kirkby Stephen with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Exterior | The Hayloft - Mains Farm, Crosby Garrett, near Kirkby Stephen

The Hayloft, Crosby Garrett, near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PR.

The Hayloft is ideally situated between the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District and Pennines, ideal for walking, cycling or just visiting the surrounding beautiful Eden Valley.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage to let in Pooley Bridge, Ullswater with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio.

Super

Exterior | Woodhouse Lodge, Pooley Bridge, Ullswater

Woodhouse Lodge, Pooley Bridge, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA10 2NG.

A attractive and spacious Lodge with the River Eamont running beside it. With a wood burner and an enclosed garden, it lies five minutes from Pooley Bridge and the lake shore.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute dog friendly short break in Altham with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Well equipped

Hot tub | Pendle View Lodge - Houghton Barn Farm, Altham

Pendle View Lodge, Altham, Lancashire, BB5 5US.

Boasting plenty of living space and a wood-fired hot tub, this wonderful lodge can be found overlooking Pendle Hill surrounded by outstanding natural beauty and still close to local...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Brocklebank, Caldbeck Fells with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Very comfortable

Hot tub | Beech Tree, Brocklebank, Caldbeck Fells

Beech Tree, Brocklebank, Caldbeck Fells, Cumbria, CA7 8DL.

Beech Tree has easy access to The Northern Lakes with its own private decking with Hot Tub on a well-maintained private site with a shop.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Cottage for large groups in Windermere with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Golf nearby.

Superb

Exterior | Birkrigg, Windermere

Birkrigg, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2DQ.

We love the styling of this modern property, the large open plan downstairs offers the perfect environment to relax, wine and dine allowing everyone to interact and recall the day’s...

  • Golf nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large holiday cottage in Ambleside with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Winter Short Breaks.

Super

Exterior | Gilbert Scar Foot, Ambleside

Gilbert Scar Foot, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LJ.

You are sure to love the classy feel of this spacious property, with its high ceilings and period style. The location is perfect for walkers and cyclists with routes starting from the...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • 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!