The Lake District is one of England's most breathtaking escapes, where dramatic fells meet shimmering lakes and every season brings something worth stepping outside for. Whether you're planning a Lakes walking holiday, a family break, or a few quiet days by the water, a self-catering Lake District cottage gives you the space and freedom to enjoy it all at your own pace. With clear pricing, no hidden fees, and reviews from real guests you can trust, book your Lake District cottage with confidence, backed by flexible cancellation on selected properties.

Top-rated Lake District holiday cottages

Living area | Revita, Egremont

Egremont, Cumbria

Revita

Coastal
Car parking on site
Detached
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£527
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Open plan living space | Hideaway Cottage, Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria

Hideaway Cottage

Pets stay free
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£537
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Beautifully presented entrance to cottage | Stable Barn, Mungrisdale, near Keswick
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Mungrisdale, near Keswick, Cumbria

Stable Barn

Pets stay free
Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£624
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Delightful living room with cosy wood burner | Stonefold Cottage, Waberthwaite, near Ravenglass
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Waberthwaite, near Ravenglass, Cumbria

Stonefold Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£451
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Living room | 6 Twentyman Court, Keswick
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Keswick, Cumbria

6 Twentyman Court

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£527
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Exterior | Rydal Cottage, Bowness-On-Windermere
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

Rydal Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£677
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Exterior | High Birch Close, Matterdale

Matterdale, Cumbria

High Birch Close

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£847
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Character holiday homes | Manx View - Moorside Glamping Pods, Corney, near Millom
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Corney, near Millom, Cumbria

Moorside Glamping Pods - Manx View

Pets stay free
Coastal
Hot Tub
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£401
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Garden and grounds | Holly House, Pooley Bridge, near Ullswater
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Pooley Bridge, near Ullswater, Cumbria

Holly House

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,376
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Beautiful views of Grasmere and the fells beyond from large, secluded grounds | The Old Coach House, Grasmere
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Grasmere, Cumbria

The Old Coach House

Pets stay free
Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£577
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Aerial view | Orrest Howe, Windermere
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Windermere, Cumbria

Orrest Howe

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,892
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Elegant Cumbrian holiday accommodation | The Birches, Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria

The Birches

Pets stay free
Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,037
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Exterior | Glenmore Cottage, Ambleside
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Ambleside, Cumbria

Glenmore Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£511
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15 Elm Court, Keswick
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Keswick, Cumbria

15 Elm Court

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£421
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Stylish interior | Bell Hill Cottage, Lindale, near Grange-over-Sands

Lindale, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria

Bell Hill Cottage

Pets stay free
Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£307
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Living room | Newstead, Windermere
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Windermere, Cumbria

Newstead

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,666
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Contemporary lodge | Bransty, Burnside Park
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Burnside Park, Cumbria

Bransty

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£511
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Exterior | Greenbank, Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria

Greenbank

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,037
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Sitting-out-area | Hazelrigg, Bowness on Windermere
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Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria

Hazelrigg

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£681
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Oakvale - Oak Leaf, Braithwaite

Braithwaite, Cumbria

Oakvale - Oak Leaf

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£381
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Why choose a holiday cottage in the Lake District with cottages.com?

When it comes to choosing your holiday cottage in the Lake District, there are many factors to consider. One important consideration is the best time to visit. Do you envision a cosy retreat for two or a large holiday cottage in the Lake District for family or friends? Are you dreaming of a Lake District cottage with a hot tub or a cottage with an enclosed garden? Perhaps you need a dog-friendly cottage in the Lake District or a holiday cottage with wheelchair access. Whatever your requirements, cottages.com offers over 800 holiday cottages in the Lake District. From budget-friendly to luxury Lake District cottages, you’re sure to find the perfect Lake District cottage for your next getaway.

Where to stay in the Lake District?

As one of the most visited national parks in the UK, the Lake District National Park attracts millions of visitors each year. The park is home to 12 of the largest lakes in England, including Windermere, Ullswater, and Derwentwater, as well as numerous smaller lakes, tarns, and reservoirs. With many picturesque towns and villages you can stay in the heart of this breathtaking area in one of our Grange over Sands cottages, or even our Kendal cottages or maybe consider a lakeside retreat in one of our Windermere cottages? Whethere you're after a relaxing retreat or an outdoor fuelled adventure, our holiday cottages in the Lake District are the ideal way to experience all that this area has to offer. Why not search our full selection of Cumbrian cottages for inspiration of where to stay?

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