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.

Big house holiday in Bowness-on-Solway with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 11 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Excellent

Interior | North Plain Barn - North Plain Farm, Bowness-on-Solway

North Plain Barn, Bowness-on-Solway, Cumbria, CA7 5AG.

Enjoy the breathtaking views and luxurious quality fixtures and fittings in this stunning barn conversion.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Keswick with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Characterful holiday home | Linton, Keswick

Linton, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4HF.

This spacious, terraced property has wonderful views of the River Greta and is perfectly placed to explore the Lake District.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage in Annisgarth, near Windermere with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Superb

Exterior | Cannondale, Annisgarth, near Windermere

Cannondale, Annisgarth, near Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2HF.

This lovingly furnished, detached holiday home is ideally located for exploring Windemere and Bowness, whether by car, on foot or via bicycle.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Dockray, near Ullswater with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Spacious living room | Hilltoft Barn, Dockray, near Ullswater

Hilltoft Barn, Dockray, near Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0JX.

In a tranquil location, this beautifully finished barn conversion is an ideal spot for a couple or two to enjoy a Lake District break.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for a couple in Threlkeld, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Darci’s Lodge - Doddick Farm Cottages, Threlkeld, near Keswick

Darci's Lodge - UK1297, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SY.

An authentic, detached timber lodge which provides all the ingredients for a romantic and relaxing break to remember.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Short breaks with dogs in Waverton, near Wigton with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Very comfortable

Lovely detached cottage | Blaithwaite Cottage - Blaithwaite Estate, Waverton, near Wigton

Blaithwaite Cottage, Waverton, near Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 0AZ.

A detached, two bedroom cottage lovingly furnished to a high standard, set in its own large private garden with surrounding countryside and plenty of wildlife.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • 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
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Holiday home in Loweswater, near Cockermouth with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great choice!

Idyllic Lakeland setting | The Old Post Office Gillerthwaite, Loweswater, near Cockermouth

The Old Post Office, Loweswater, near Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RU.

This superb detached cottage, located in simply stunning surroundings, offers the perfect base for a luxury holiday to remember.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for large groups in Keswick with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Elegant Cumbrian holiday accommodation | The Birches, Keswick

The Birches, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5PG.

This large family property is ideally located close to Kewick and offers spacious accommodation and an enclosed garden to the rear.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Uk holiday home in Beech Hill, near Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year.

Large detached holiday home | Tower View, Beech Hill, near Bowness-on-Windermere

Tower View, Beech Hill, near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3PP.

Enjoying an elevated position with views over Lake Windermere and surrounding fells, this spacious property is ideal for exploring the stunning Lake District.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Stairgate
  • 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!