Carleton House is a spacious period holiday home two miles from Penrith and just five miles from Ullswater. It's recently been fully refurbished inside and out to provide very comfortable accommodation for families and friends. It sleeps up to eight people in four bedrooms and is child and pet friendly. The location on the edge of Clifton village is perfect for exploring the Lake District, Forest of Bowland, Yorkshire Dales and Hadrian's Wall. Carleton House is available for holidays all year round.
A charming holiday cottage in an enviable position in the picturesque lakeside village of Glenridding. Perfect for those who wish to relax in beautiful surroundings or who want to partake in more rigorous and energetic pastimes with easy and challenging fell walks, and the tranquility of Ullswater with lake cruises and boat hire on the doorstep. This popular Lakeland village offers shops and a choice of two pubs and is a good base for exploring the areas many attractions.
"Cottage in North Devon" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. In the small hamlet of Harracott sits this cosy North Devon cottage. You ll be adjacent to the owners' Grade II listed thatched farmhouse in the rolling countryside amongst 2.5 acres of shared gardens. The regional capital of Barnstaple is just...
"Kendoon Cabin, St John's Town of Dalry" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Carsphairn. Kendoon Cabin is a newly created eco pod offering spacious well furnished accommodation with a wilderness setting on the shore of Loch Kendoon. The pod is in the heart of the Galloway Forest Park ensuring peace and tranquillity together with...
"Log Cabin in Ayrshire" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Girvan. This luxurious property is located on a 370 acre working beef and sheep farm, nestled in an elevated position. Benefiting from magnificent sea views towards Isle of Arran, Ailsa Craig ,Mull of Kintyre and Northern Ireland. The splendid Ayrshire...
"Log Cabin in Worcestershire" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Worcestershire. A stunning property named after the elegant white spotted deer found in woodland across the Great British countryside. Enjoy country walks in the Teme Valley or along the Worcestershire Way that passes through the grounds. The local pub is less...
"Seascape" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. The charming seaside town of Lyme Regis, which boasts a maze of winding streets lined with craft and antique stores, galleries, and cafes, has a lot to offer tourists. Take a stroll along the well-known Cobb causeway, which overlooks the...
"Redcliffe Apartments P" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bishopston. Beautiful top floor apartment in the sought-after area of Caswell Bay with panoramic sea views and private beach access. The large picture window in the bedroom and bright, open spaces gives the apartment a relaxing, spacious feel and the...
"Yr Onnen" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Ruthin. North of Llangollen, over the magnificent Horseshoe Pass, is the mountain town of Ruthin. The town's charming half-timbered buildings are primarily gathered around St. Peter's Square. The Ruthin Gaol, Nant Clwyd House (the oldest timber frame...
"Dunsdale House" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Northumberland. Planning to escape a 24/7 routine? We have the answer… grab your walking boots and step into a world packed with wildlife, flora and fauna, a natural landscape with spectacular scenery and night skies free from pollution. Dunsdale House is a...
"Hollybank Barn, Dorchester" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Hollybank Barn sits in the beautiful and popular village of Ansty, which is ideally situated for exploring the delights of Bulbarrow Hill, and the gorgeous countryside all around. The Fox Inn & village shop are just a five minute walk away,...
"Cottage in North Yorkshire" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Set within a larger estate within the pretty village of Wensleydale, this cottage offers a truly blissful stay within the Yorkshire Dales. There is plenty to see and do within easy reach; beyond the village the attractive market towns of...
"Barney's Cottage, Trenarlett Farm" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. This luxury converted barn in the heart of Cornwall is perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing base to explore the area with their four-legged companions. It’s one of a group of cottages on the farm, perfectly placed for enjoying the coast...
"Cottage in South Cornwall" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. This superb cliff top property constructed in the 1950s is nestled on the cliffs and sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty overlooking the sea, making it the perfect luxury coastal escape. With uninterrupted sea views spanning from Rame...
"Log Cabin in Gloucestershire" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. The traditional working village of Bream is an ideal base for families wanting to make the most of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. An absolute haven for fun seekers with easy access to the cycle trails and down hill courses that will test...
"Nori's Nest, Shepherds Hut, Croft Hooper, Crowlas" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. KitchenSmall kitchen with electric hob, a fridge and cooking utensils. Please note there is no oven/microwave but there is an outside barbecue.Dining areaFoldaway dining table with 2 chairsBedroomQueen size...
"The Cottage, High Ash Farm" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Sitting amid Suffolk’s gentle rolling countryside is the picturesque village of Peasenhall, bursting with pretty period houses and quaint cottages and proudly boasting quality local amenities, including a delicatessen with its own smokehouse,...
"Wing in Gloucestershire" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. This gorgeous annexe enjoys an enviable location, with stunning, far reaching views across the horseshoe of the Severn Estuary. Located on the same site as Horseshoe View Cottages and quite literally on the doorstep of the Forest. Just 50m from...
"Barn in Somerset" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset. Nearby Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, is 3 miles from this retreat and has extensive shopping, restaurants, leisure facilities and the County Cricket ground. Taunton's racecourse is half a mile away. There are wonderful walks to be...
"Lovesome Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Northallerton is a County town and administrative centre of North Yorkshire, located at the foot of a ridge dividing two river basin areas, the Wiske and the Cod Beck, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the edge of the Vale of York,...
"Log Cabin in Perth and Kinross" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Crieff. Charming cabin located in an elevated position with breath taking, magnificent views over the splendid Loch Earn and surrounding mountains. Nestled close to the picture postcard village of St Fillans, in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty...
"Cottage in Sussex" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in East Sussex. Ideally situated on the edge of the Kent and Sussex border, with easy access to several local farm shops and good pubs makes this a great place for exploring 1066 country. An ideal location for keen gardeners with Pashley Manor Gardens, King...
"Spindrift, St Ives, St Ives" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Living AreaThe gorgeous ground floor living area is open plan with the kitchen. The room is furnished with a pearlescent velvet two-seater sofa, an armchair, a TV cabinet with flat screen TV and occasional tables with a selection of...
"Rising Sun" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in York. With Helmsley and Pickering just across the North York Moors National Park, Kirkbymoorside is a lovely historic market town. It's a wonderful spot, bursting with quintessential Yorkshire charm, and the hub of all the surrounding farms and...
"Gerry's Place" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Shropshire. Little Stretton, just 14 miles south of Shrewsbury, sits at the foot of the Long Mynd Hills, which are known for their breathtaking beauty and rolling countryside walks. There are two great pubs in the village, as well as a charming church....
"Log Cabin in North Devon" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Conveniently located a couple of miles from the attractive village of Sheepwash and on the London to Land's End cycle trail, this is a great location from which to explore. Walkers and cyclists will also be in their element with the stunning...
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A self-catering holiday in Ullswater gives you total independence to explore as you wish. You’ll be spoilt for choice with our Lake District holiday cottages, too. From stone-built farmhouses and wooden log cabins to hilltop barn conversions with luxury extras like hot tubs, there’s a lovely property for every kind of group. Need to work from your holiday home? Most of our cottages come with great WiFi, so you’ll only be distracted by the wonderful views of Ullswater. Looking for a family holiday? Check out our self-catering accommodation with multiple rooms and fabulous open-plan living spaces.
Beyond the comfort of your holiday cottage, Ullswater’s prime position in the heart of the Lakes means that you’ve got plenty to keep you entertained. The 20-mile Ullswater Way winds around the lake, offering keen hikers breathtaking vistas at every turn. Witness the might of nature at the powerful Aira Force Waterfall or take to the lake on a paddleboard or kayak. With its stunning landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities, Ullswater is a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Ullswater Lake is thought to have inspired the romantic works of William Wordsworth. When you take a vantage point over its iconic ‘Z’ shape, you can see why! Explore the area further with our tips on the best activities.
If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Ullswater, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.
London: 296 miles
Birmingham: 182 miles
Glasgow: 124 miles
Liverpool: 112 miles
Bristol: 264 miles
Manchester: 110 miles
Leeds: 116 miles
Edinburgh: 126 miles
Newcastle: 82 miles
The wild natural beauty of the Lake District has inspired poets, artists and writers for hundreds of years. Experience this iconic landscape yourself at one of these equally as stunning locations: