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 cottage in Greystoke with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

High standard

Light and attractive open plan living space | Coach House - The Barn and Coach House, Greystoke

Coach House, Greystoke, Cumbria, CA11 0TF.

This holiday property is located in a pretty village setting, and is the ideal base for discovering Ullswater and the Keswick area.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Holiday home in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Welcoming living room with wood burner | Riverholme, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

Riverholme, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.

This excellent property offers a high level of quality throughout and makes a great base to explore Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cockermouth and the northern Lake District.

  • 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
  • Pets – not allowed
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Holiday home in Ambleside with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | Stockdale Cottage, Ambleside

Stockdale Cottage, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0AS.

A period, end of terrace cottage with wood burner, enclosed garden and private parking just five minutes walk from the centre of Ambleisde.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dogs welcome to stay in Keswick with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Delightful semi-detached Lakeland holiday cottage | Hastings, Keswick

Hastings, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DZ.

Situated in a residential area only 2 minutes walk to the town centre. Ground Floor: Living room: With wood burner, Smart Freeview TV with DVD player and CD player/DAB radio/bluetooth...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic hideaways in Byley, near Middlewich with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Delightful, converted cottage | Bess’s Cottage, Byley, near Middlewich

Bess's Cottage, Byley, near Middlewich, Cheshire, CW10 9NS.

This delightful cottage is a great choice for couples looking for relaxing break in the countryside, yet within easy reach of a range of attractions.

  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage that accepts dogs in Keswick with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Great quality

Delightful living area with slate floor | Lake Road Heights, Keswick

Lake Road Heights, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5BX.

Right in the heart of Keswick, this duplex apartment is within walking distance of shops and pubs, and even has the benefit of private parking.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
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Last minute self catering in Levens, near Kendal with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Sitting out area | Old Chapel, Levens, near Kendal

Old Chapel, Levens, near Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8PX.

Ideal for two couples or a small family in a perfect location for touring Cumbria, the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • 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!