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.

Large cottage in Brampton with 7 bedrooms, Sleeps 14. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Excellent

Living area | The Scotch Arms Mews, Brampton

The Scotch Arms Mews - UK30910, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1SB.

This perfect home from home makes a great base for family and friends to enjoy a holiday in Cumbria at any time of year.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 3 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

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

The Dairy - UK30867, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0DE.

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
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic hideaways in St Bees, near Whitehaven with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

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

The Milking Parlour - UK30866, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0DE.

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
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute break in Coniston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

High standard

Living area | Yewdale Crags Apartment, Coniston

Yewdale Crags Apartment, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HH.

Yewdale Crags apartment provides you with the perfect base for exploring Coniston and the surrounding fells, with facilities just 100 yards away.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Melmerby, near Penrith with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Well equipped

Delightful holiday home | Toms Cottage, Melmerby, near Penrith

Toms Cottage, Melmerby, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1HL.

Toms Cottage is situated on the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its colourful hay meadows and dramatic waterfalls.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Cozy cottage in Thornthwaite, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

View | Squirrel’s Retreat - Seat Howe Retreats, Thornthwaite, near Keswick

Squirrel’s Retreat - UK30821, Thornthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5SQ.

This one bedroom apartment offers beautiful views and is just a short drive from bustling Keswick - the perfect Lakeland retreat.

  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute self catering in Thornthwaite, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 3. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Exterior | The Coach House - Seat Howe Retreats, Thornthwaite, near Keswick

The Coach House - UK30813, Thornthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5SQ.

The Coach House is perfectly located in the countryside of the Lake District National Park with plenty of opportunies for walking and cycling in the countryside.

  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage near the sea in Ritson Wharf, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Ritson Wharf, Maryport | Ritson Wharf, Ritson Wharf, near Cockermouth

Ritson Wharf, Ritson Wharf, near Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA15 8AF.

Contemporary ground floor apartment overlooking the harbour and with sea views, it provides the perfect base to explore the Lake District National Park.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
  • Seaside
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Luxury holiday cottage in Coniston with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Charming holiday home | Thurston View, Coniston

Thurston View, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HF.

This charming mid-terrace property boasts stunning views of Coniston Water from its elevated position, and is just a short walk from the village.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • 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!

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