Lake District Cottages - Page 5

Treat the family to a stay at Sandown, a lovely holiday cottage on the edge of Bowness village only a short stroll from shops, cafes, pubs and beautiful Windermere. Guests can access lovely walks and bike rides from the door and are close to favourite attractions including the World of Beatrix Potter and Wray Castle. Explore Windermere by boat, kayak, or on a hop-on-hop-off sightseeing ferry. Sandown sleeps up to seven guests in four lovely ensuite bedrooms and is perfect for families and friends.

Explore the peaceful Western Lakes and the beautiful Cumbrian coast from the comfort of The Old Post Office. The Lake District holiday cottage is in the village of Ennerdale Bridge, within walking distance of the river and a family-friendly pub, and only a mile from Ennerdale Water. There is space for 12 guests to sleep in six bedrooms, with visitors having good access to walking and cycling trails.

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.

With space for up to eight guests to holiday in comfort, together with the ability to hire one of the additional properties at Manesty to sleep up to 14, Manesty Band is ideal for large or extended families, or groups of friends who want to get-away together in the Lake District. The location in the Borrowdale Valley, less than a mile from the shore of Derwentwater and only a few miles from Keswick, is perfect for beautiful walks to places like Catbells or sailing on the lake, and within easy reach some of the best attractions in the Lake District.

Manesty is a wonderful period farmhouse in the northern part of the Lake District that sleeps up to seven people in three bedrooms. Derwentwater is under a mile away while the vibrant market town of Keswick is only a few miles further, and there are footpaths from the door leading to places like Catbells and the ancient stone circle at Castlerigg. Guests can climb mountain peaks, fish, sail and cycle, or sit in the peaceful garden and enjoy the beautiful views towards Skiddaw, Blencathra and across the Borrowdale Valley. All the right ingredients for the perfect holiday!

Cocklety How Stable Loft is part of a fantastic collection of self-catering Lake District cottages at Manesty in the beautiful Borrowdale Valley. Nestled at the foot of Catbells, the apartment enjoys lovely views in all directions and is close to favourite Lake District attractions including Derwentwater, Keswick and Whinlatter Forest. There is space for up to five people to sleep in three bedrooms, with the potential to increase the loft to sleep seven people by combining it with neighbouring Cocklety How Studio.

Whether you are escaping for a long weekend, a week, or even longer, you will find that Cocklety How Byre is the ideal base for your Lake District holiday. The cottage, which is one of a collection of fantastic self-catering properties at Manesty, sits peacefully at the foot of Catbells with stunning views towards Skiddaw, Blencathra, Falcon Crag and Brown Dodd. The cottage is less than a mile from Grange village and the southern shore of Derwent Water, and five miles from Keswick, so it is perfect for couples who want somewhere quiet yet convenient to stay.

Surrounded by acres of private grounds with magnificent views of gardens and woodland fells, Manesty Dairy is a beautiful romantic holiday retreat. The northern part of the Lake District National Park and the Borrowdale Valley have some lovely walks, many of which are accessible from the front door of Manesty Dairy. Keswick is only five miles away, with a wealth of places to shop, eat and drink, as well as museums, a theatre, cinema and boat trips on Derwent Water. The converted Edwardian dairy is perfect for couples who are on their own or who are staying at Manesty as part of a larger group.

The Lake District is renowned for the staggering beauty of its natural landscape, with none more so than Coniston Water and the surrounding area. Located on the edge of Coniston village just a few minutes walk from five pubs and excellent cafes and shops, Mountain Cottage enjoys an elevated position with fantastic views. The peak of the Old Man of Coniston is around two and a half miles from the doorstep, and you can quickly reach the Cumbrian Way, Tarn Hows and the Wrynose Pass. The mature gardens feature a gorgeous reading room with some of the best views in the region, and with space for up to five people, Mountain Cottage is the ideal self-catering holiday home for families and friends.

The Farm House at Rowling End sits in an oasis of calm in the picturesque Newlands Valley, in the heart of the Lake District close to Derwent Water (fifteen minute walk) and Keswick (four miles). With fabulous walks straight from the front door (many which are favourites of Wainwright!), The Farm House is an excellent choice for walkers as well as those looking to explore the many attractions of the National Park or simply relax in a stunning setting.

Sitting in an idyllic Lakeland position perfectly sandwiched between Hawkshead and Ambleside, Pepper Cottage has country charm oozing in from every window and a modern stylish interior that ensures a high level of comfort throughout your holiday. Dogs are welcome to come along and enjoy the incredible walking on the doorstep. Just a mile from the excellent Drunken Duck Inn and with a plethora of attractions close by, this welcoming holiday cottage provides an ideal self-catering base for exploring the Lake District.

Sitting in the stunning little hamlet of Elterwater surrounded by mountains, Townfoot Cottage offers all the right ingredients for those who appreciate a stylish interior mixed with country cottage charm (log burner included!). Dog-friendly with superb walking from the front door. This stylish holiday cottage is an ideal base for exploring the Lake District National Park. Weekly (or longer) bookings offered all year round, sorry but short breaks are not available. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Sitting in a tranquil spot, this lovely holiday cottage is just perfect for walkers with some of Wainwright's favourite walks straight from the front door. Lake Derwentwater is just fifteen minutes away on foot and Keswick is four miles. Peace, tranquility, superb walking and a great self-catering base to enjoy everything that is special about the Lake District.

Located in Dent village within the Yorkshire Dales in Cumbria, Penny Bank Cottage is an excellent choice for couples. With a real ale pub cafes and shops on the doorstep, this is an ideal holiday home to use as a base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales & The Lake District National Parks, a walking holiday or simply relaxing.

Comfy and welcoming, Fountain Cottage sits at the very heart of Dent village within the Yorkshire Dales with pubs, cafes and a shop on the doorstep. Located in the county of Cumbria, the cottage is well placed for enjoying all the Dales (and also the Lakes) has to offer as well as providing superb walking opportunities.

A beautifully restored holiday cottage that sits in the little hamlet of Gawthrop near Dentdale within the Yorkshire Dales in Cumbria. Hazel Cottage provides a peaceful retreat for couples and is ideal for a walking holiday and exploring both the Dales and Cumbria including the nearby Lake District. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

A lovely four star holiday retreat for two sitting in a tranquil position just fifteen minutes walk from majestic Derwentwater within the Lake District National Park. Keswick is only four miles - a fabulous self-catering base for walking and exploring. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Located within the Lake District National Park, this holiday cottage is less than five miles from Coniston Water and six miles from Windermere. On the fringes of a pretty village, Hill Top Farm enjoys a peaceful secluded location from which to explore the area and enjoy everything it has to offer including its many attractions and fabulous walks. Close by to local pub and shops. Facilities include chickens, field pond, greenhouse raised bed and fruit, bike shed, games room bbq, veranda, gazebo,- hot tub, secure  large gardens and car park 

A delightful holiday home in a beautiful tranquil setting close to Derwent Water and just four miles from Keswick in the Lake District National park. Sleeping eight guests this is an ideal place for friends or family who want to explore the many attractions of the Lakes, have a walking holiday or simply relax in a stunning setting. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Located amongst beautiful countryside within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Stoneyard is the perfect choice for couples and small families. Within easy driving distance of the Lake District National Park, the location could not be better for outdoorsy types with endless opportunities for adventure and a multitude of attractions for day trips out. The Fat Lamb Inn is just a 10-minute stroll through meadows.