If you’re planning a short break exploring the Lake District, you couldn’t pick a better base than the medieval village of Cartmel. Only 6.5 miles from Lake Windermere, it’s ideal for exploring the entirety of the Lake District National Park and the surrounding Lakeland Fells. This southern Cumbrian village is also a notable hot spot for lovers of fine dining, with two Michelin-star restaurants and a wonderful village shop and deli within walking distance. Read more
The Lake District is one of the UK's best-loved holiday destinations. Even if you have been there a hundred times, there is always a beautiful new view or a friendly cafe to discover. The Derwent Farmhouse is a period farmhouse with lots of character in a riverfront location close to Grange in the Borrowdale Valley. It comfortably sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms and there are footpaths and cycling routes leading from the front door, while Scafell Pike, Skiddaw and Derwentwater are all nearby. The location is ideal whether you want to relax in peace and solitude or do as much as you can during the time you have.
Surrounded by glorious Cumbrian countryside, Granary Cottage is an excellent base for exploring the Lake District National Park and the Cumbrian Coast. Sandwiched between Cartmel and Newby Bridge, close to the southern tip of Lake Windermere, the cottage is surrounded by stunning scenery with wonderful walks, cycle rides and a wealth of attractions within easy reach. A popular choice for families and friends at any time of the year with a large garden, dining sun room and log burning stove for cosy winter breaks.
"Peony Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Newby Bridge, a rural village on the banks of the River Leven, is named after a five-arched stone bridge erected in 1651. Between Haverthwaite and Newby Bridge, the famed Furness Railway, one of Britain's oldest functioning standard gauge steam...
"Coachmans Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Witherslack lies tucked beneath Whitbarrow Scar running south east from the shores of Lake Windermere, encompassing fell, woodland, river and valley bottom. The village consists of fine, stone built traditional houses, cottages and barn...
"2 Bed Cottage in Grange-over-sands" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 bunk bedroom - 1 shower room with WC - Electric oven/hob, microwave and fridge with small freezer - Wood burner in...
"Rock Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Beetham is a village of grey limestone cottages and cobbled forecourts in south Cumbria, just north of the border with Lancashire. It was once the centre of the ancient parish of Beetham and rests within the Silverdale and Arnside designated...
"Elderflower Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The historic, South Lakeland village of Cartmel is renowned as the prettiest village in the Lake District. The Priory Church, one of the finest ecclesiastical buildings in the north of England, remains the heart of the community with its...
"The Kennedy House Stone Cross Mansion" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Ulverston is a cobbled-street market town. It has independent shops, cafés, and pubs with open fires and real ales. Ulverston is a festival town, with flags, walking, art, and music festivals in the summer and the Dickensian Christmas festival...
"The Parsonage" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. A historic market town with a fine reputation for shopping, Kendal nestles on the banks of the River Kent and is known as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes. Its old cobbled lanes and byways branch off the attractive main street, and the stone...
"Seagull Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. The cosy feel of this this 1667 Cottage has been modernised, but still retains its original features and character. A lovely base with easy access to Morecombe and other beaches.. Ground Floor: Living/dining...
"3 Tower View" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. The charming Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands is set between the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay and offers one of the mildest climates in the north of England. Formerly a small fishing village, the introduction of the Furness...
"Driftwood Studio" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. A Victorian town with a proud heritage, Barrow-in-Furness is situated just where the Lakes meet the sea, at the south tip of Cumbria just to the north of Morecambe Bay. Influenced by the history of Britain’s shipbuilding, the town is set...
"Lower Lake View" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Bowness-on-Windermere is a vibrant town, popular with tourists for its bustling activity and friendly atmosphere. Located in the Lake District National Park, it makes a perfect base for an action-packed holiday filled with walking with friends...
"Waterside Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. In Lancashire, Tewitfield is a charming village located next to the Lancashire Canal. For beautiful views of the countryside and a stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks, which is perfect for adventurous walkers and cyclists. The community has...
"Hillside" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Cumbria. Broughton-in-Furness is located in the south west Lake District, home to shops and pubs and within easy reach of Coniston Water. The Duddon Valley provides great scenery and walking and is within easy reach of lakes and moorland.
"Riven Oak" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Lying at on the edge of the Lake District National Park is the delightful Cumbrian village of Levens. Set on a high promontory in the beautiful countryside, Levens is home to a local Post Office, convenience shop and a pub, Hare & Hounds,...
"White Stones" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Roose, also known as Roosecote, is a charming neighbourhood and ward of Barrow-in-Furness that makes a wonderful location for anyone looking for a rural vacation in Cumbria. There's a lot to see and do in the area, which is surrounded by...
"Beech Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The small village of Scales is situated on the Cumbrian Peninsula and makes a fabulous base to explore this gem of an area. The name Scales originates from an old Norse word meaning ‘huts'. Ulveston, an ancient market town, is only four miles...
"Hillside Farm Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Hillside Farm Cottage is a former farmhouse that sits on the coast with easy access to the beach and Lake District National Park.. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV Kitchen/dining room:...
"The Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The charming Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands is set between the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay and offers one of the mildest climates in the north of England. Formerly a small fishing village, the introduction of the Furness...
"Grizedale" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Kendal, England is a picturesque market town on the southern gateway to the Lake District, situated on the banks of the River Kent. The 12th-century stone ruins of Kendal Castle dominate the townscape from atop a hill, and the town's charming...
"The Yews" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Haverthwaite is a small village and civil parish in the Furness region of Cumbria. It is within the Lake District National Park and is located six miles east of Ulverston, near the southern end of Windermere. The village gets part of its name...
"Mrs Tiggywinkles" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat...
"1 Bed Apartment in Ulverston" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king-size bedroom with four-poster bed. - 1 free-standing bath in bedroom and 1 shower room with WC. - Combination oven, grill and...
"Mount Pleasant Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. Lindale, a small village situated in the south of The Lake District National Park, now a unesco World Heritage Site and just a few miles from Lake Windermere, makes the area a perfect holiday destination. Set amidst the charm of The Southern...
"3 Thrimby Court" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. The town of Morecambe is set on Morecambe Bay. Always a popular resort, recent investment has revived the coastline and offers families the chance to enjoy the many pleasures of the seaside, whether it is flying kites, building sandcastles or...
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We have a huge range of holiday cottages in the Lake District to choose from, including those in varying shapes and sizes. You’ll find attractive cottages feature throughout the perfect village of Cartmel. Many offer beautiful design features and various mod cons too, making them true homes away from home. Whether you’re visiting with family and friends or you’re looking for a gorgeous romantic retreat in the heart of Cartmel Village, we’ve got your needs covered.
Cartmel’s most famous landmark has to be its 800-year-old priory which you should definitely add to your itinerary. Visitors rarely leave Cartmel empty-handed, either, as the local village store produces the region’s famous sticky toffee pudding. Ready to explore it all for yourself? Make sure you book your Cartmel cottage today!
This lovely Cumbrian village is a hotspot for food lovers as well as walkers, cyclists and anyone who loves the great outdoors. Here are some of the most popular things to do:
If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Cartmel, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.
London: 270 miles
Birmingham: 157 miles
Glasgow: 163 miles
Liverpool: 86 miles
Bristol: 238 miles
Manchester: 83 miles
Leeds: 115 miles
Edinburgh: 166 miles
Newcastle: 123 miles
The Lake District boasts many lovely market towns as well as miles of stunning natural landscape. It’s a truly wonderful place for both short and long breaks! Here are a few more popular places to stay:
