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Elterwater Cottages

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A stone house with a conservatory and garden furniture on a terrace with a lawn and hills in the background at Grass Ings in Langdale
24
Langdale, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Detached Lakeland country house. Stunning views. French doors. Stylish decor. Smart TVs and Xbox 360. Large garden. Nestled between the peaceful Langdale Valley and vibrant Ambleside. (Ref. 1041265)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

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for 7 nights £919

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A wooden cabin with a fenced porch surrounded by trees at Alfresco Lodge in Skiptory Howe 37B White Cross Bay near Windermere
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Skiptory Howe 37B, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

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Alfresco Lodge, a charming, single-storey cottage in White Cross Bay holiday park near Windermere, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Private parking. Windermere 1.7 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1089012)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £604

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A wooden cabin with glass doors open to a deck with wicker chairs and a glass table surrounded by trees at Willows Lodge White Cross Bay near Windermere
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White Cross Bay, near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

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Willows Lodge is a stylish, two-bedroom lodge residing in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. In the Lake District National Park. Close to Windermere. Windermere 1.6 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1141377)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £624

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A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table overlooking trees and a street at Romney Grange in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A gloriously penthouse apartment located at Waterhead in lovely landscaped gardens. Fabulous views. Scenic setting. Ideal for couples or families of four. (Ref. 1042541)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £893

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Buttermere Lodge - 1068797 - photo 1
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Glade 5, Fallbarrow Park near Bowness on Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

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Modern spacious lodge on Fallbarrow Park, on the shores of Lake Windermere, with hot tub sleeps four, Welcomes 1 Medium dog or 2 Small dogs. Onsite facilities. (Ref. 1068797)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £855

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A stone house with large windows and a paved pathway at Landower House in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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Superb contemporary Lakeland home. Four bedrooms, all with en-suites and TVs. Underfloor heating to bathrooms. Two patios. Off road parking for 4 cars. Pub 6 min walk. Lake Windermere and Waterhead Pier 1.2 miles. (Ref. 1053392)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1415

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A stone building with blue signs and shop windows on a street corner surrounded by trees at Shepherd's Crook in Grasmere
25
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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A unique four bedroomed maisonette situated in the heart of Grasmere, Over three floors. Hillside views. Ambleside 5 miles; Windermere 9 miles. (Ref. 946739)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £878

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A street view of a white building with an open green door and windows with flower boxes at Old Toffee Shop in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A splendid terraced cottage resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Permit parking. Grasmere 4.3 miles; Windermere 4.7 miles; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1076837)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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for 7 nights £730

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A living room with a gray sofa a wooden coffee table with cups and flowers a TV on a wooden stand and red plaid curtains at Riverville in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Riverville is a smart and chic riverside apartment finished to exacting standards, with a riverside location and private parking (Ref. 1041639)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £816

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A white two-story house with a gravel driveway surrounded by trees and shrubs at Bridge Howe in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Bridge Howe, a delightful holiday cottage resting in Skelwith Bridge, Lake District. Private garden. Private parking. Smart TV. Secure bike storage. Grasmere 6.8 miles; Windermere 9.0 miles; Keswick 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1151608)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1082

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A stone house with white framed windows and a small porch on a paved driveway at Tilly's Cottage in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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(Ref. 1041646)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1038

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A view of a lake surrounded by trees and hills with a stone building on the left at Helm Crag in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

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A delightfully presented apartment with views of Grasmere Lake. Pet-friendly. Perfect for couples. Serene location. (Ref. 1043081)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £517

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A wooden lodge with large windows and a fenced deck at Swifts Reach Lodge Kirkstone 10 Limefitt Park near Windermere
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Kirkstone 10, Limefitt Park near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

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Swifts Reach Lodge is an elegant, single-storey lodge located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, near Windermere, Cumbria. Pet friendly. Windermere 3.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 4.1 miles; Kendal 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1169857)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £595

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A stone and white cottage with a wooden bench outside surrounded by hills and trees at Tilberthwaite Farm Cottage in Coniston
25
Coniston, Lake District, LA21
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

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Stone-built, semi-detached cottage on a working farm near the Lake District village of Coniston. Dog-friendly. Patio Area with Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Shop and pub 3 miles. (Ref. 1004923)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £517

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An outdoor patio area with chairs and plants beside a stone wall and white house at Highfold in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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Highfold is a character cottage in Ambleside, close to all the shops & restaurants, and a short walk to the Lake. Perfect for families. Woodburning stove. Patio garden. (Ref. 1042608)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £635

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A living room with beige sofas green cushions a glass coffee table a fireplace and a television at Beech View in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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Lakeland residence in a peaceful location a short stroll to Ambleside. Three bedrooms. Fitted kitchen. Open plan living. Large garden and balcony. Private parking for four cars. (Ref. 1041256)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £612

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A stone cottage with a white door a gravel pathway and surrounding greenery at Hollens Cottage in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Hollens Cottage is located in the charming village of Grasmere, Cumbria. Pet friendly. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Private garden. Bike Storage. Ambleside 5 miles; Windermere 9 miles; Keswick 13 miles. (Ref. 1160376)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £1101

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A paved driveway in front of a white two-story house with a bench under a covered area at Garth Hill House in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Garth Hill House is a large, detached house resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. In National Park. Close to lake. Close to river. Close to shop and pub. Windermere 4.6 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.6 miles; Kendal 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1064465)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £2053

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A row of stone cottages with small front gardens and multiple white windows at Poppy's Cottage in Grasmere
22
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

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This gorgeous terraced cottage rests in the Lake District village of Grasmere. Open-plan living. En-suite. Centre of Grasmere. (Ref. 982665)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights £887

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A house with a garage and garden at Redwood in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Redwood is a modern detached property occupying a slightly elevated spot on the lower slopes of Wansfell. Great location to all amenities (Ref. 1042136)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £557

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Found in the heart of the Lake District, Elterwater is a small village just west of Ambleside, taking its name from the lake Elterwater southeast of the village. Situated in the beautiful Great Langdale Valley, an Elterwater cottage is a superb base for a touring holiday in this idyllic part of Cumbria.

Why Elterwater Cottages?

If it's outdoor adventure you're after, then a self-catering cottage in Elterwater is a great choice, as it sits within a region renowned for its excellent walking trails, Elterwater being the gateway to the famous Langdale valley, much of it owned by the National Trust. Picture white-washed cottages with slate roofs, sheep grazing in fields and Lakeland peaks towering in the background. A little known and very attractive waterfall, Skelwith Force can be found at the Elter Water Lake, with Colwith Force also being nearby, making a perfect opportunity for a stunning walk. For more inspiration on how to spend your holiday in Elterwater, browse our Lake District Travel Guide.

Places to visit near Elterwater Cottages

With an Elterwater holiday cottage, you'll be in the perfect spot for seeing the Lakes in all its glory. Travel over to Grasmere to visit Dove Cottage, the home of world-famous poet William Wordsworth, where some of his most famous works were written, or walk to the summit of Loughrigg Fell, a popular choice for all Lake District lovers, boasting amazing views of the dramatic landscapes found in Ambleside. While you're in the area you mustn't miss a chance to visit the World of Beatrix Potter especially if you have little ones, to meet Peter Rabbit and friends! Places to visit near Elterwater cottages include Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston, Grasmere, Hawkshead.

Types of Lake District Holidays

If you are looking for some luxury in your Elterwater accommodation then have a browse of luxury Lake District cottages for something in the area, or if you want to bring your four-legged friend along. choose from a selection of dog-friendly cottages in the Lake District so the whole family can come.

If you're looking for self-catering accommodation in the heart of the Lake District, look no further than cottages to rent in Elterwater - browse and book yours today with Sykes!