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 in Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Living room | Bowness Apartments- Bowness Apartment - Bowness Apartments , Bowness-on-Windermere

Bowness Apartment 8- UK11016, Bowness-on-Windermere , Cumbria, LA23 3DW.

This holiday apartment couldn’t be better placed for exploring the beautiful Lake District, with boat trips and a host of amenities and attractions close by.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute break in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

View | Fairholme, Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite

Fairholme, Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 5SF.

Enjoy a relaxing holiday in this tranquil location, set in a little known hamlet but just 4 miles away from Keswick and its amenities.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Romantic break in Borrowdale, near Keswick with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile.

Good choice!

Delightful property | Field House Lodge - Field House Cottages, Borrowdale, near Keswick

Field House Lodge, Borrowdale, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UY.

This wonderful lodge with enough space for two is situated close to Derwentwater and is ideally located for exploring the Lake District National Park.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Holiday home rental in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Exterior | Hawthorne House, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

Hawthorne House, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA13 9YD.

2 storey apartment in a peaceful rural setting next to Bassenthwaite Lake with stunning views of Sale Fell.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Self catering holiday in White Moss, near Grasmere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Winter Short Breaks.

Well equipped

Delightful detached Lakeland cottage | The Coach House, White Moss, near Grasmere

The Coach House, White Moss, near Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SE.

Once owned by William Wordsworth, this wonderful property offers so much history and character in a beautiful area of the Lake District.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Luxury cottage for two in Watermillock, near Penrith with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Excellent

Views looking out onto Ullswater | Lake View Farm, Watermillock, near Penrith

Lake View Farm, Watermillock, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JH.

You can look out over the lake from the open plan living area and decked area, or enjoy a tranquil steamer ride.

  • 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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Vacation accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Great quality

Living room | Spring Mouse Apartment, Bowness-on-Windermere

Spring Mouse Apartment, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DT.

This lovely second floor apartment is situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere and is the perfect base to explore The Lake District.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dogs welcome to stay in Dukes Meadow, near Greystoke with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Lovely detached timber lodge | Larchwood, Dukes Meadow, near Greystoke

Larchwood, Dukes Meadow, near Greystoke, Cumbria, CA11 0XW.

Enjoy wildlife spotting from this detached lodge, with red squirrels, hares, birds and roe deer all known to live in the surrounding area.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Luxury holiday cottage in Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Delightful detached bungalow | Cobble Garth, Keswick

Cobble Garth, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DE.

A delightful bolthole for four especially suited to those with restricted mobility, nestled just 600 yards from the centre of Keswick.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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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!