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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

54.543652, -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

54.238358, -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

54.190302, -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

54.306700, -2.748800

"Millside Cottage - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home offers a washing machine, a private entrance, a barbecue, heating and a TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Prices from £174 per night

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54.349516, -2.828642

"The Old Chapel" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The pretty hamlet of Crook is situated in beautiful Lakeland countryside and offers excellent access to the heart of the Lake District National Park. There are two hotels/pubs in Crook itself and a wide variety of super walks on the surrounding...

Prices from £148 per night

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54.026856, -2.904802

"Olivia's Retreat" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Heysham is a picturesque coastal village resting just a few miles from the town of Morecambe and the city of Lancaster. Woodland, open grassland and sandy beaches surround this village which houses a selection of shops, pubs, eateries and small...

Prices from £148 per night

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54.131370, -2.673000

"Uk34189 - The Shippon - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home features a washing machine, a private entrance, heating, as well as a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Prices from £215 per night

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54.045186, -2.898814

"Tilly's Place" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Heysham is a charming coastal village located not far from the cities of Lancaster and Morecambe. This community, which has a variety of stores, bars, cafés, and small businesses, is surrounded by woodland, open grassland, and sandy beaches and...

Prices from £150 per night

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54.366670, -3.051100

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This property enjoys a tranquil location just across the water from the pretty village of Coniston on Coniston Water. It is just as suited for those who want to relax and unwind as it is for those who want to get out and enjoy the huge choice...

Prices from £465 per night

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54.378737, -2.905901

"Old Codgers Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District, both providing a range of amenities to suit all tastes. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of...

Prices from £155 per night

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54.253544, -2.990165

"Apartment in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located in the Lake District National Park, there are plenty of activities to enjoy locally such as The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway and the Lakeside and Lakeland Motor Museum, less than 2 miles away. You have plenty on offer only...

Prices from £245 per night

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54.077199, -2.855530

"382 on the Bay" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 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...

Prices from £126 per night

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54.310385, -2.711710

"Hollins Farm Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The small hamlet of New Hutton, set in lovely countryside, makes a quiet and convenient base for getting to know both the southern Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales. There is plenty to see and do in this popular holiday area, with both Sizergh...

Prices from £155 per night

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54.378517, -2.904654

"Giddy Goose" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside offers a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain...

Prices from £254 per night

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54.197676, -3.152702

"Oak Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. This market town houses a number of independent shops, cafes, pubs and fine dining restaurants to suit all. Ulverston is famous for being a festival town, ranging from music festivals, Dickensian Christmas Festival and a number of other events...

Prices from £205 per night

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54.329576, -2.933699

"Lake View" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Bowness-on-Windermere is a vibrant tourist area of the Lake District National Park. With an array of attractions including boat trips, scenic picnic locations, art galleries and glorious walking routes surrounding the area, it makes for the...

Prices from £387 per night

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54.148749, -2.749620

"Dream Catcher Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Lancashire. Carnforth is the kind of place that everyone has heard of, and many want to discover this hidden gem because it is located just off the M6 and 20 miles south of the scenic Lake District. It is conveniently located near the northern tip of...

Prices from £212 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 £128 per night

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54.255200, -3.068300

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located in the attractive village of Spark Bridge, this quaint, two storey property offers comfortable accommodation for up to two guests for a romantic break. Take a walk from the doorstep and discover routes taking in the fells. Coniston (9...

Prices from £185 per night

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54.307124, -2.985224

"Can Brow" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Cars are banned from the village, leaving visitors free to wander the wealth of...

Prices from £176 per night

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54.263160, -3.031770

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. A stay at this lovely cottage can be as relaxing or as active as you like, with the Lake District having much to offer to visitors no matter what their tastes. Those who are looking for adventure will find a huge range of outdoor pursuits on...

Prices from £293 per night

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54.350000, -2.954900

"Apartment in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. There are many miles of walks to be enjoyed in the area, catering to all fitness levels, including scenic lakeside strolls and challenging hikes and climbs. The most famous of the lakes, Windermere, is accessed via the ferry situated just a...

Prices from £194 per night

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54.046511, -2.899779

"Cockle Bay Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Heysham is a coastal village resting a few miles from Morecambe and the city of Lancaster. Within the town you will find a superb selection of pubs, restaurants and shops, which are surrounded by woodland, open grassland and sandy beaches. To...

Prices from £138 per night

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54.377077, -2.907756

"Wheatlands Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

Prices from £321 per night

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54.300700, -2.803300

"Puddle Duck Cottage - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The holiday home's kitchen, which features a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home provides a washing machine, a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Prices from £203 per night

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54.201563, -2.660515

"Pickle Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Kirkby Lonsdale is a picturesque market town in the Lune Valley, flanked by the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. The town was mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086 and possesses a 13th-century Market Charter. Market day takes place on a...

Prices from £219 per night

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54.370230, -3.046430

"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located on the privately owned Atkinson Ground Estate, this property enjoys a peaceful and unspoilt setting. The northeast head of Coniston Water is within easy reach, offering wonderful walks and spectacular scenery. Rugged mountain ranges are...

Prices from £281 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: