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 Lane Ends, near Bolton by Bowland with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Sitting-out-area | Acre Hill Cottage - Acre Hill Farm, Lane Ends, near Bolton by Bowland

Acre Hill Cottage, Lane Ends, near Bolton by Bowland, Lancashire, BB7 4PH.

This pretty stone built cottage is ideally located in the Forest of Bowland AONB with gorgeous views out over the countryside.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Large house to rent in Bowness-on-Solway with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Superb

Garden | The Barnacle Goose - North Plain Farm, Bowness-on-Solway

The Barnacle Goose - UK35261, Bowness-on-Solway, Cumbria, CA7 5AG.

Wow - a fabulous holiday guaranteed in this stunning barn conversion, with equally stunning views!!. Ground Floor: Step to entrance. Living room: With LED feature fire, 75" Smart TV and...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage welcomes dogs in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Good choice!

Open plan living space | 1, Threlkeld, near Keswick

1, The Barns, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SZ.

Located in a rural location within easy reach of Threlkeld and Keswick. 1, The Barns is full of character and desirable features.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Large group accommodation in Tosside, near Skipton with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Well presented

Hot tub | Boococks Barn, Tosside, near Skipton

Boococks Barn, Tosside, near Skipton, Lancashire, BD23 4SJ.

A hidden gem in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with panoramic views of the stunning countryside and spectacular sunrises over the valley.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Holiday rental in Greasby, Wirral with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Open plan living space | Redstones Cottage, Greasby, Wirral

Redstones Cottage, Greasby, Wirral, Cheshire, CH49 3NY.

A perfect property for a short break or longer stay, with many nearby attractions, fantastic events, festivals, beautiful coastline and beaches, countryside and of course golf!. 2 steps to...

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Vacation retreat in Audlem, near Nantwich with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Exterior | Hillside Cottage, Audlem, near Nantwich

Hillside Cottage, Audlem, near Nantwich, Cheshire, CW3 0ES.

This beautiful former coach house offers the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind amongst the stunning Cheshire countryside, and with the convenience of lively village amenities.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Rental cottage in Heskin, Chorley with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Living room | The Restored Cottage, Heskin, Chorley

The Restored Cottage, Heskin, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 5PP.

This beautifully presented thatched cottage is packed with wonderful features, and offers a warm welcome for those seeking a slice of period charm.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage for a couple in Bowness-On-Windermere with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Living room/dining room | The Snug, Bowness-On-Windermere

The Snug, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DT.

Set back from the main road, the apartment offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling town centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, yet within 1 minutes’ walk, you can be stood in the heart of...

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Pets – not allowed
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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!