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.

Cottage for large groups in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Lovely views from property | The Beeches, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

The Beeches, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RG.

This beautifully presented property in the village of Bassenthwaite provides easy access to the Lakes, Fells, Keswick and Cockermouth, with a spacious garden.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage with dogs allowed in Dockray, near Ullswater with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Living room | Penfold, Dockray, near Ullswater

Penfold, Dockray, near Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0JY.

Penfold is a comfortable cottage in the perfect location for exploring this area of the Lake District and is only a mile to Lake Ullswater.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage holiday in Lowther, near Pooley Bridge with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 3. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Exterior | Oak Cottage, Lowther, near Pooley Bridge

Oak Cottage, Lowther, near Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2HP.

18th century cottage in an ideal part of Cumbria for touring the Lake District National Park and the Eden Valley.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage in england in Middleton, near Kirkby Lonsdale with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year.

High standard

Attractive open plan living space | Howgills Barn, Middleton, near Kirkby Lonsdale

Howgills Barn, Middleton, near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2LY.

Enjoy a holiday at this luxurious, detached cottage, which nestles in a peaceful setting between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Park.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • 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 self-catering holiday house in Lowick Green, near Ulverston with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Thorn Cottage, Lowick Green, near Ulverston

Thorn Cottage, Lowick Green, near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8DT.

This wonderful cottage, situated in western Cumbria, on the edge of the Lake District National Park, is perfect for exploring the best of Cumbria.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for large groups in Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Hot Tub, Winter Short Breaks, Hot Tub - Private.

Fabulous

Open plan living space | Otter Tarn: Mungeon Barn - Otter Tarn, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge

Mungeon Barn - UK30125, Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8EY.

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 Tub
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Kirkby Lonsdale with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Luxurious three-story town house | Spice Mill Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale

Spice Mill Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2AF.

Spice Mill Cottage is a luxurious converted 19th century mill, perfectly and centrally located in the beautiful award-winning historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for large groups in Inglewhite, near Longridge with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Super

Outdoor area | Adamsons Barn, Inglewhite, near Longridge

Adamsons Barn, Inglewhite, near Longridge, Lancashire, PR3 2LD.

This wonderful cottages makes the perfect base to explore the best of the north west, coast and country.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Stairgate
  • 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!