Lake District Cottages - Page 8

The Lake District is gorgeous. Dairy Cottage is two miles from Kendal in a quiet village with little passing traffic and no light pollution. The two-bedroom holiday home is ideal for couples, friends or families with older children (over ten years). Walking and cycling are always popular, and being close to Windermere means you can fish, sail, kayak, SUP, and swim. Kendal has supermarkets, tea rooms, shops, restaurants and other amenities, and you're close to favourite attractions that include Sizergh Castle, Beatrix Potter World, and Wray Castle. 

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Keswick, just a short walk from the lively town centre, Ferndale is a welcoming two-bedroom bungalow ideal for couples and families looking to explore the Lake District. With views of Skiddaw, Latrigg and Blencathra, a spacious garden, and all the comforts of home, it’s a brilliant base for walking, boating on Derwentwater, or simply relaxing. Children will love the outdoor space, whilst adults can enjoy peaceful evenings in the cosy lounge. With off-road parking, a garage for storage, and a well-equipped kitchen, Ferndale is a holiday home of comfort, convenience and a classic Lakeland setting year-round. 

Beautifully presented, this delightful detached holiday home with log burner enjoys an enviable position in the popular Lakeland town of Windermere. Fantastic location for a luxury break with a country house hotel serving fine food just a two minute stroll away. Whether you want to relax, walk or explore the national park and its many attractions, this is an ideal retreat. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Fieldgate Farmstead is perfect for big groups. Whether you're hosting a family reunion, accommodating guests or a wedding party, or planning to celebrate a milestone event, the late Georgian farmhouse and beautifully converted barn in Bampton near Shap is an ideal destination. There is space for 30 people to sleep in 15 stylish bedrooms, each with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. The northern Lakeland fells are a favourite for walking and mountain biking. You're close to the River Lowther for fly fishing, and to Penrith, Carlisle, Ullswater, and the Scottish border for sightseeing. The farmhouse can be booked on its own for smaller groups of up to 16 people. 

Eskmeals House is an impressive country holiday home in the Lake District national park, sleeping up to twenty one guests in nine bedrooms. Plenty of space inside and out with seven acres of grounds, and an ideal base for exploring Cumbria's lovely coastline and the whole of the lake district

Please contact us directly if you'd like to discuss short breaks. Situated in a peaceful hamlet of Ruthwaite in the Northern fells of the Lake District, this holiday cottage affords lovely views and provides a perfect place for a relaxing holiday. The Granary is an ideal base from which to explore the Lakes and conveniently located fifteen minutes drive from the popular market town of Keswick. Beautiful views over Skiddaw and Caldbeck Fells and great opportunities for walkers.

If Visit England awarded stars for views the way it does for exceptional accommodation, Loweswater Cottage would have 5 Gold Stars all around. This superb holiday cottage has panoramic views down the entire length of Crummock Water from the garden. The fantastic holiday cottage is part of Foulsyke, an old manor house, and incorporates the original carriage house elements in its design. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms, one ensuite, and suits families and extended families who appreciate the footpaths, cycling routes and beautiful sights and attractions on the doorstep.  Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Offering ground floor self-catering accommodation, this comfortable holiday home sits in an enviable position in the heart of the Lake District National Park in the popular town of Ambleside. Windermere and a host of attractions are a stone's throw away and the area offers super opportunities for walkers, water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Lake Cottage is a charming 200 year-old cottage with a private jetty on beautiful Hawes Water Lake, an unspoiled nature reserve teeming with birds and wildlife yet close to the village and seaside beaches at Silverdale and Arnside on Morecambe Bay. Enjoy miles of glorious walks right from the doorstep or take a short drive to the nearby Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Cumbria and Trough of Bowland in Lancashire. The sunny courtyard is perfect for summer barbeques with lawned gardens, wildflower sitting areas and small orchard leading onto a 100m boardwalk meandering through willows and reedbeds to emerge at the lake and jetty. Swim in crystal-clear water, relax with a book, have a fish, watch dragonflies or just immerse in the sounds of the swallows, buntings and warblers. The traditionally-furnished cottage with its farmhouse kitchen, inglenook range and log-burning stove is warm and cosy in autumn and winter and a delight in spring and summer. The recently refurbished bathroom has a

Self-Catering Exclusive Use (1st May – 13th June 2026)  - For a limited time, Dome House is available as a self-catering exclusive-use stay. Enjoy complete privacy in this luxury property, with full access to all amenities—perfect for a relaxed getaway at your own pace. If cooking isn’t on your holiday agenda, you can opt for a fully catered experience with your own private chef and drinks included.  Set on a hillside above Bowness-on-Windermere, the house offers breath taking views of Lake Windermere and features five opulent suites, each with a super king-sized bed, luxury bathroom, smart TV, . Guests can make use of the fully equipped facilities while enjoying the indoor heated pool, outdoor hot tub, barrel sauna, and games room.

Buttermere Cottage is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in a quiet and secluded spot close to Crummock Water and Loweswater in the Lake District. The former hay barn has been sympathetically converted into a welcoming holiday home for one or two people, with accommodation all on one level. Buttermere is one of three cottages at Foulsyke, where the owner is justifiably proud of their 5-Star Gold rating. There are stunning walks and bike rides from the door, secure bicycle storage and facilities for washing and drying bikes and kit, and lots of little touches that make Buttermere Cottage an excellent place to stay in any season.  Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Fieldgate Barn sits in Bampton's quiet Lowther Valley and is a 16th-century stone barn that's been transformed into a holiday cottage for 14 people plus two extra children. Seven ensuite bedrooms make it work well for big families or groups marking special occasions like a wedding or a big birthday. You'll find exposed beams and original oak kingpins alongside modern additions like underfloor heating. The self-catering accommodation puts you close to Bampton village, with the Coast to Coast Walk and Ullswater both nearby. There's plenty of space outside for BBQs and parking. Penrith's shops and restaurants are ten miles down the road, making this holiday rental a good base for exploring the Lake District fells.

Lingmell is in a superb location at the southern end of Coniston Water, within a short walk from Lake Bank Jetty. It's a lovely holiday home ideal for extended families or friends, consisting of two self-contained floors that sleep up to seven people in three bedrooms. Guests have shared use of six acres of grounds with access to the lake and the owner's Canadian canoe and four kayaks. There's secure storage if you want to bring your SUP, mountain bike or other sports equipment. Child and dog-friendly, the holiday cottage is available for bookings all year round, with short breaks possible depending on availability. 

Three lovely holiday cottages in a peaceful corner of West Cumbria. Ideal for a relaxing seaside break, the cottages are just a short walk from the sandy beach and enjoy views of the Lake District mountains. Perfect for water lovers with the sea on the doorstep and the Lakes within easy driving distance. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

The Old Bakehouse is a delightful holiday cottage with hot tub, ideal for couples in a tranquil coastal area of West Cumbria with a sandy beach within walking distance. Enjoy views of the Lake District in the distance or spend your days exploring them - they are just a short drive away! Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

With the sea on the doorstep and the peaks of the Lake District within easy driving distance, this delightful holiday cottage provides the best of both worlds for those who are torn between a seaside break or walking holiday in the Lakes. Discover the beauty of the Cumbrian coast and the many attractions of the National Park. Private hot tub! Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

A delightful converted chapel providing a great base from which to explore the Lake District, Hadrians Wall and even the Scottish Borders. Located in the pretty peaceful Cumbrian village of Talkin, The Old Chapel is within walking distance of the village pub and close to Talking Tarn with lovely walks, fishing and boating.

Spacious yet cosy, Round Table Cottage dates back more than 300 years and sits in the heart of the Lake District National Park in Beatrix Potter country, between Far Sawrey and the Windermere Ferry and close to Hawkshead. Peaceful with lovely views, it is equally appealing for one or two families and is within easy reach of the Lake District's many attractions. Lovely walks from the front door and an exceptionally good pub within fifteen minutes walk.  The Cottage also enjoys access down a private lane to the lake shore.

Tarn Hows is one of two delightful holiday apartments furnished in a traditional cottage-style, each with its own secluded garden patio, ideally located in a quiet spot on the edge of Coniston. Just a short walk from the shops and inns in the village centre, and only a 5 minute walk to the lake, Tarn Hows is an ideal centre for walking and touring the stunning Lakeland countryside. Tourist board rating: 4 Star AA

Charming two-bedroom character cottage in Far Sawrey, Beatrix Potter country. Original limestone floors, beamed ceilings, cosy log burner, and stunning views over Windermere. Large enclosed garden, off-road parking, and walks from the door. Multiple dogs welcome (up to 4). Dog-friendly pub just 100m away.