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.

Secluded holiday cottage in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Danika East - Doddick Farm Cottages, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Danika East, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SY.

Enjoy exploring the great outdoors from Danika East, with plenty of walking and cycling available in the surrounding fells.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
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Romantic cottage in Abbeystead, near Lancaster with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Short Breaks All Year.

High standard

Open plan living space | Curlew Loft - Bowland Holiday Cottages, Abbeystead, near Lancaster

Curlew Loft, Abbeystead, near Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 9BA.

Curlew Loft occupies the first floor of this spectacular lime stone building, architecturally designed and provides the ideal location for the ultimate peaceful retreat.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dog friendly holiday in Kirkby stephen with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Delightful stone-built holiday home | Smardale Cottages, Kirkby stephen

Smardale Cottage, Kirkby stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HG.

Smardale Cottage has been lovingly furnished and is surrounded by many walking routes, nature reserves and open country side. It’s peaceful tranquillity will take over!. Ground Floor: Step...

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Aikton, near Carlisle with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Well equipped

Exterior | The Bungalow, Aikton, near Carlisle

The Bungalow, Aikton, near Carlisle, Cumbria, CA7 0JA.

Detached bungalow within extensive private garden. Three double bedrooms, two living rooms and bathrooms and large dining kitchen.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday in Castle Carrock, near Brampton with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | West View, Castle Carrock, near Brampton

West View, Castle Carrock, near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 9NB.

Beautifully refurbished with all the comforts of a modern home, and to top all that, the ideal location to explore the area.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Holiday rental in Whitechapel, near Longridge with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

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

Five Dorchester Drive - UK32043, Whitechapel, near Longridge, Lancashire, PR3 2EP.

With walks from the doorstep, this is an ideal base for discovering the diverse Lancashire countryside. Family and dog friendly pub on site.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dogs welcome to stay in Whitechapel, near Longridge with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

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

Four Dorchester Drive - UK32042, Whitechapel, near Longridge, Lancashire, PR3 2EP.

On the edge of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this is an ideal base for walkers and nature lovers. 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
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
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Last minute self catering in Whitechapel, near Longridge with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

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

Three Dorchester Drive - UK32039, Whitechapel, near Longridge, Lancashire, PR3 2EP.

Nestled in a small hamlet on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, this cottage is great for exploring both coast and countryside! Family and dog friendly pub on site.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Whitechapel, near Longridge with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

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

One Dorchester Drive - UK32037, Whitechapel, near Longridge, Lancashire, PR3 2EP.

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
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
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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!