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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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54.229189, -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

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

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 £1249
Short breaks from £185 per night

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

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 £1249

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.190302, -2.930186

Cartmel is a favourite holiday destination for foodies, walkers and lovers of a great view. Little Barn caters for these perfectly, putting visitors close to a well-stocked village shop, a friendly pub and a two Michelin-starred restaurant. The newly converted holiday cottage sleeps four people in two rooms and boasts superb views of Morecambe Bay. There are stunning walks from the door and, with Grizedale Forest and the Lake District National Park nearby, no end to the fun you can have exploring. Local attractions include Holker Hall, Dalton Safari Park, Windermere, Bowness, and the home of Beatrix Potter.  

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £1000
Short breaks from £75 per night

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Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.200382, -3.154654

"Thimble Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The small tranquil hamlet of Pennington is located on the lovely Lake District Peninsula, which offers beautiful walking and cycling opportunities. The start of the Haematite and Cumbrian Way footpaths can be found here, as well as the twin...

Prices from £99 per night

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54.253996, -3.087235

"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 £116 per night

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54.232992, -3.100663

"Fellside Barn, Broughton Beck" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Fellside Barn is a detached barn conversion with panoramic views across open fields and fells. Wildlife and birdlife are in abundance. Coniston Water can be viewed from the top of the nearby fell.The barn provides accommodation for four...

Prices from £210 per night

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54.322527, -3.017646

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. This property is located in the rural village of Satterthwaite, which benefits from a lovely pub, with its homecooked food and commitment to serving only local ales. For a larger range of facilities, the village of Hawkshead is four miles away...

Prices from £231 per night

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54.296168, -2.800608

"Willow Tree Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Brigsteer is a hamlet between the towns of Helsington and Levens and about five miles from Kendal in Cumbria. Brigsteer is located on the edge of the Lyth valley with Scout Scar overlooking the village itself. Village amenities include a...

Prices from £174 per night

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54.178554, -2.720034

"The Potting Shed" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Burton-in-Kendal is a village which has a Post Office/general store, a butcher and a pub that serves good food. It lies seven miles from the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, and twelve miles from Kendal, the gateway to the Lake District.

Prices from £119 per night

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54.340000, -2.952500

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Cunsey is a lovely little hamlet and is near the quaint village of Far Sawrey which has a popular pub for enjoying some food and drink. The neighbouring village, Near Sawrey, is home to Hill Top, the National Trust managed former home of...

Prices from £220 per night

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54.197772, -3.098279

"Endgill Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Ulverston is a classic market town with a central street made of cobblestones. A wide variety of locally owned stores, cafes, and pubs serving up warm beverages and hearty drinks can be found there. From five-star restaurants to cosy...

Prices from £126 per night

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54.375505, -2.907954

"Raffleys @ Engadine" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Bowness and Windermere are bustling, fun-filled Lake District communities. Both towns provide a variety of services, shops, and restaurants, but Ambleside boasts a boat excursion to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top...

Prices from £168 per night

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54.207996, -2.938372

"Longlands Milkmaid's Parlour" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The village of Cartmel is renowned as the prettiest village in the Lake District. The village features walks, cobbled streets with antique shops, a gift shop, traditional pubs and the Michelin Star awarded L'Enclume restaurant.

Prices from £107 per night

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54.195100, -3.103000

"The Emma Suite Stone Cross Mansion" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Ulverston has a cobblestone main street. It has independent shops, cafés, and pubs with open fires and real ales. Fine dining and tavern meals are both available. Ulverston is a festival town, with flags, walking, art, and music festivals in...

Prices from £186 per night

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54.236896, -2.923695

"High House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Newton in Cartmel is a hamlet within the Lake District National Park. Located just off the A590 and opposite fells, it is just 3.5 miles to Cartmel, renowned as the prettiest village in the Lake District.

Prices from £133 per night

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54.190038, -2.784537

"The Dairy" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Arnside is situated on the southernmost tip of the Lake District in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where low limestone hills, marshy plains and deciduous woodlands characterise the surrounding land. This former fishing port...

Prices from £205 per night

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54.256702, -3.008965

"Abbots Reading Mews 2" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Set on the southern shores of Lake Windermere, the small, sleepy hamlet of Lakeside offers a peaceful getaway location, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the Lake District’s popular attractions, but still within easy reach of them....

Prices from £147 per night

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54.186502, -2.651995

"Moor Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Lancashire. Southern Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales, and the tranquil Forest of Bowland are all easily accessible from this quaint Cumbrian settlement. There is a butcher, a decent bar, and a Post Office/general shop in the settlement. Seven miles away is...

Prices from £133 per night

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54.256941, -2.991275

"Bridge House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The ancient village of Cartmel is home to the famed Cartmel Racecourse, garnering an abundance of visitors every year. Visitors with a penchant for history will enjoy exploring the town's glorious Priory Gatehouse and Holker House. With the...

Prices from £186 per night

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54.253544, -2.990165

"River View" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Backbarrow is a tranquil village, resting near the River Leven and the Furness Railway, a local store and welcoming pub. The neighboring Newby Bridge is home to a selection of lakeside hotels, aquariums and views out to Windermere, whilst...

Prices from £116 per night

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54.335294, -2.750437

"Horncop Nook" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Kendal is a lively market town recognised as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes, boasting historic traits alongside a plethora of shops, pubs, restaurants, and attractions including Kendal Castle, the Museum of Lakeland Life, and The Abbot Hall...

Prices from £152 per night

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54.366606, -2.914820

"1a Biskey Howe" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 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, cinema, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of...

Prices from £109 per night

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54.182153, -2.720805

"Rose Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. A small, traditional Cumbrian community nestled in stunning scenery, perfectly situated for exploring Southern Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales, and the tranquil Forest of Bowland. A Post Office/general shop, a butcher, and a bar with good food...

Prices from £97 per night

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54.327143, -2.747278

"Windermere" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located on the banks of the River Kent, the historic market town of Kendal is often referred to as the "Southern Gateway to the Lakes" due to its convenient location and excellent reputation among shoppers. The stone ruins of Kendal Castle,...

Prices from £126 per night

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54.342323, -2.765487

"5 The Granary" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. An historic Lakeland 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...

Prices from £171 per night

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54.256702, -3.008965

"Abbots Reading Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Set on the southern shores of Lake Windermere, the small, sleepy hamlet of Lakeside offers a peaceful getaway location, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the Lake District’s popular attractions, but still within easy reach of them....

Prices from £169 per night

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54.242900, -2.768400

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Situated in the south of Cumbria, The Stables is the perfect place to get away and enjoy all this area has to offer with the town of Milnthorpe nearby offering plenty of shops and eateries. Just a few minutes drive is the hidden gem coastal...

Prices from £223 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: