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View of lake windermere from Cartmel Fell, Lake District
View of lake windermere from Cartmel Fell, Lake District

Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Cartmel

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

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54.543652, -3.179049

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.

Weekly guide price:
£789 to £1349

2 - 6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 7 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.238358, -2.938929

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.

Weekly guide price:
£569 to £1149
Short breaks from £185 per night

6  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.229189, -2.941549

Your comfort is at the forefront of every decorating decision in this gorgeous Lake District holiday home. Brambly Hedge is a fantastic cottage with space for six people to sleep in three bedrooms, rolling views over fields and countryside, and a quiet location that's close to Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands and Windermere. It's ideal for families and friends who enjoy exploring and being active, yet who love their own space and having a quiet retreat where they can relax in privacy. Facilities include a log burner, an HD Smart TV in every bedroom, and bike wash and storage. 

Weekly guide price:
£756 to £1700
Short breaks from £160 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

54.187798, -2.952558

"Pippin 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...

Prices from £129 per night

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54.178554, -2.720034

"Palm Court" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Situated at the north end of Morecambe Bay, north of the historic town of Lancaster, 15 miles from the winding lanes of the Yorkshire Dales and a hop and a skip from the Lake District, Carnforth is close to absolutely everywhere. Other local...

Prices from £151 per night

5  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.046130, -2.900500

"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...

Prices from £155 per night

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54.369226, -3.072881

"Yewdale View Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and...

Prices from £131 per night

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54.146245, -2.758328

"Threagill" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Located just off the M6 and 20 miles south of the scenic Lake District, Carnforth is the sort of place that everyone has heard of, and many desire to discover this hidden gem. Situated at the north end of Morecambe Bay, north of the historic...

Prices from £117 per night

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54.329263, -2.734472

"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...

Prices from £177 per night

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54.189343, -2.951267

"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...

Prices from £114 per night

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54.210189, -2.945803

"Coachman's Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Renowned for being the prettiest village in the Lake District, the small town of Cartmel in South Lakeland is a wonderful, picturesque holiday destination. At the heart of this thriving community is the Priory Church, one of the finest...

Prices from £126 per night

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54.254200, -2.987940

"Friars Fold" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Ulverston is an old-fashioned market town with a cobblestone central street. It has a wide variety of locally owned stores, eateries, and bars serving up hearty fare and cold pints of beer. From five-star restaurants to cosy neighbourhood pubs,...

Prices from £170 per night

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54.253211, -3.084615

"La'al Riddings" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Greenodd can be found resting on the estuary of the River Leven in the Crake Valley, Cumbria. Resting just outside of the Lake District National Park, you can expect to find plenty of scenic beauty and nature to explore wherever you're...

Prices from £124 per night

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54.217902, -2.901791

"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...

Prices from £143 per night

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54.105769, -3.132245

"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...

Prices from £110 per night

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54.278152, -3.211628

"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.

Prices from £142 per night

7  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


54.296464, -2.844335

"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,...

Prices from £321 per night

8  |   4  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.142820, -3.121090

"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...

Prices from £160 per night

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54.160184, -2.730263

"Ennerdale Pod 5" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The picturesque hamlet of Tewitfield is settled in Lancashire beside the Lancashire Canal. Stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks for scenic views of the countryside, ideal for avid walkers and cyclists. The village is home to a marina, where...

Prices from £107 per night

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54.377701, -2.905588

"Windermere Crescent" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The twin villages of Bowness and Windermere, located in the Lake District, are both dynamic, fun-filled destinations. Both towns provide a wide variety of services, shops, and restaurants, but Ambleside's extra attractions include a boat...

Prices from £192 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.200697, -2.837041

"Crow's Nest" is a 3 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 6 guests in Lancashire. Arnside is a charming village positioned within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by low limestone hills, marshy plains, and deciduous woodlands. Many of the villages old features have been maintained, with its beautiful pier...

Prices from £197 per night

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54.364465, -2.912423

"Miyanli" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 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...

Prices from £259 per night

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54.215689, -2.899447

"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...

Prices from £209 per night

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54.320988, -2.734244

"Viewpoint" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Kendal, the southern gateway to the Lake District, is a historic market town with a good reputation for retail therapy. On a hilltop above the town, 12th century Kendal Castle's stone remains are poised atop the cobbled alleys and byways. Abbot...

Prices from £353 per night

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54.238963, -2.980654

"Neddy Cut" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Backbarrow is a small Lakeland village close to the southern end of famous Lake Windermere. The village is set on the banks of the River Leven, and offers riverside strolls plus a shop and pub. The attractions of the Lake District are close at...

Prices from £444 per night

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54.231950, -2.758089

"Rose Garden Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. A quaint and cosy country cottage oozing quality and style, ideally located at the gateway to the Lake District.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV,...

Prices from £237 per night

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54.376078, -2.902652

"Parkgate" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Cumbria. The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for many visitors to the Lake District. Both of these towns provide a range of attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. Boat trips are available from...

Prices from £507 per night

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Cartmel Holiday Cottages

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!

Best things to do in Cartmel

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:

  • Cartmel Racecourse: A great place if you’re a fan of thrilling jump racing, it also hosts other events throughout the year such as concerts and family fun days.
  • Holker Hall: This Cumbrian countryside stately home boasts 23 acres of formal and woodland gardens, plus a cafe and a gift shop. What’s more, it’s open to the public all year round.
  • L’Enclume: Treat yourself to an unforgettable culinary experience at Simon Rogan’s incredible restaurant which has won multiple awards, including three Michelin Stars.
  • Cartmel Village Store: This deli and cafe is a haven for food and drink lovers and home to the famous Cartmel sticky toffee pudding.
  • Segway off-road tour: Hop on a Segway tour for a fun way to see the beautiful woodland and countryside views surrounding Cartmel.

How to get to Cartmel

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

More locations near Cartmel

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: