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.

Last minute holiday let in Tilston, near Malpas with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Exterior | Tadpole Cottage, Tilston, near Malpas

Well equipped

Tadpole Cottage, Chester, Cheshire

This is a beautiful cottage property nestled in the gorgeous Cheshire countryside, with easy access to Chester and North Wales. Ground Floor:Bedroom 1: With zip and link twin beds (can be...

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly weekend break in Loughrigg, near Ambleside with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Lovely sitting-out-area with amazing views | Sheilings, Loughrigg, near Ambleside

Well presented

Sheilings, Ambleside, Cumbria

Enjoy stunning views from the patio at this property, which lies in a beautiful location close to Ambleside and Lake Windermere, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Glenridding, near Penrith with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Cosy living room with woodburner | Hovera, Glenridding, near Penrith

Great quality

Hovera, Glenridding and Southern Ullswater, Cumbria

Located within the Lake District National Park, enjoy fantastic days exploring the beautiful scenery finished with a well-deserved refreshment in the local pub.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Large group holidays in Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Hot Tubs, Winter Short Breaks, Hot Tubs - Private.

Holiday home in a wonderful setting | Otter Tarn: Mungeon Barn - Otter Tarn, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge

Exceptional

Mungeon Barn Uk, Cartmel, Cumbria

Nestled in the family run holiday estate, this detached stone barn is surrounded by 500 acres of land and a trout lake.

  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tubs
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Dogs welcome to stay in Pendleton, near Clitheroe with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped kitchen/ dining area | Holgate’s Granary, Pendleton, near Clitheroe

Well equipped

Holgate's Granary, Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley, Lancashire

Follow the Pendle Witch Trail from Clitheroe Castle and enjoy the beautiful countryside and historic villages.

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