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 to rent in Heritage Marina, near Congleton with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 11 + 2 Children and 2 Babies. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Heritage Wharf, Heritage Marina, near Congleton

Heritage Wharf, Heritage Marina, near Congleton, Cheshire, ST7 3JZ.

This peaceful property has fishing available and a wood burner, making a great base for a family holiday.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Dog friendly weekend break in Great Strickland near Penrith with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 2 Children. Pub within 1 mile, Winter Short Breaks.

Great choice!

Thoughtfully renovated former water mill | The Old Mill, Great Strickland near Penrith

The Old Mill, Great Strickland near Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 3DH.

A beautifully renovated historic watermill overlooking the River Leith, near Penrith and Lake Ullswater. Ideally suited for exploring the Lake District, the Eden Valley and the Yorkshire...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Large holiday let in Barras near Kirkby Stephen with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Exterior | Low Mouthlock Cottage, Barras near Kirkby Stephen

Low Mouthlock Cottage, Barras near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4ET.

This rural, period property enjoys a secluded location between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. It has both character and appeal with a wood burner in the living room and an...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Country house rental in Great Strickland with 8 bedrooms, Sleeps 16 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exceptional

Strickland Manor, Great Strickland

Strickland Manor, Great Strickland, Cumbria, CA10 3DH.

A large country house for family gatherings or walking parties. Luxuriously furnished and equipped and just 100m from the local pub.

  • 4 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Honeymoon cottage in Kirkby Stephen with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Exterior | Riverbank Cottage, Kirkby Stephen

Riverbank Cottage, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4AB.

A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen. Feed the ducks from your window, or hop on one of the most scenic railway lines in the country.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute break in Kirkby Lonsdale with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Elegant, Grade II listed property | Darcy House, Kirkby Lonsdale

Darcy House, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2AS.

Elegant, Grade II listed property in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale furnished with a beautiful selection of handpicked antiques married beautifully with some interesting original features.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Rental cottage in Kirkby Lonsdale with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Super

Large picture windows with panoramic countryside views | Rye Meadows - Whoop Hall, Kirkby Lonsdale

Rye Meadows, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2GY.

Luxurious two bedroomed apartment in an idyllic setting between Lake and Dales with FREE use of super leisure facilities with swimming pool and gymnasium.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage for a couple in Kirkby Lonsdale with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Super

Burrow Meadows, Kirkby Lonsdale

Burrow Meadows, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2GY.

Luxurious ground floor apartment in idyllic setting between Lakes and Dales, with free off peak use of the Leisure Club with swimming pool and gymnasium.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Pets – not allowed
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Uk holiday home in Waitby near Kirkby Stephen with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 7 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

High standard

Waitby School, Waitby near Kirkby Stephen

Waitby School, Waitby near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HJ.

Standing proud on the fellside, Waitby School has been refurbished to create an individual holiday home of great distinction, a most unique holiday experience.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Last minute cottage in Water Yeat near Coniston with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tub - Private.

Great quality

Charming holiday accommodation | Lake Bank Lodge, Water Yeat, near Coniston

Lake Bank Lodge, Water Yeat near Coniston, Cumbria, LA12 8DL.

Located 300 yards from the shore of Lake Coniston, this contemporary lodge has panoramic views from the lodge, decking and hot tub.

  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • 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!