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Central Ambleside apartment. Open plan living. Large windows with fabulous views. Roof terrace. Short walk to shores of Lake Windermere. (Ref. 1041107)

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7 nights from £481

  • Sleeps4
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A charming character property featuring a double height ceiling and gallery, set in a courtyard in Clappersgate near Ambleside. Enclosed patio and shared riverside garden. Private parking for two cars. (Ref. 1043169)

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7 nights from £553

  • Sleeps6
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    4.9

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Fabulous eco-friendly barn conversion set in 10 acres of countryside in high quality development of four holiday homes. Sleeps six. Two en-suite bedrooms. Sun lounge. Off road parking. Three miles to all amenities in Lorton. (Ref. 972322)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £623

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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Wonderful Ulverston cottage with lovely views of the countryside. Contemporary and stylish. Ulverston 1.5 miles. (Ref. 7004)

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7 nights from £396

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A charming three-bedroom cottage resting in Ecclerigg near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. In National Park. Close to amenities and Lake Windermere. Rural. Private parking. Windermere 2.2 miles; Ambleside 2.5 miles. (Ref. 1121403)

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7 nights from £681

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2 Birkhead, a lovely, first-floor accommodation, located in Troutbeck in Cumbria, enjoying countryside views and set in the Lake District National Park. Ambleside 3.8 miles; Kendal 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1145219)

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7 nights from £715

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    4.7

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Luxury apartment located in the centre of Ambleside, the perfect place for exploring nearby Lake Windermere and the fells. Free parking available. Short walk to local amenities. (Ref. 972228)

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7 nights from £512

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    4.6

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Superb three-bedroom apartment with stunning views of Grasmere Lake. All ground floor. King-size bed. Pet-friendly. Great base for walking and touring the Lake District. Grasmere village 1 mile. (Ref. 920048)

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7 nights from £522

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Delightful cosy stone barn conversion. Open fire. WiFi. Four poster bed. Pet-friendly. Close to Ullswater Lake between Glenridding and Pooley Bridge. Pooley Bridge 2.5 miles. (Ref. 930265)

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7 nights from £448

  • Sleeps6
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    4.5

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(Ref. 1042150)

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7 nights from £847

  • Sleeps4
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    4.7

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This charming, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Bedrooms with Smart TVs. Off-road parking. Open plan. Kendal 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1134805)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £411

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.1

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Picture-perfect Lakeland cottage located in the rural village of Elterwater in the Langdale Valley. Family frinedly. Two dogs welcome. Woodburning stove. Short walk to the Britannia Inn. Nearby Ambleside. (Ref. 1041989)

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7 nights from £658

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A bright and airy ground-floor apartment situated on the Neaum Crag Estate, near Skelwith Bridge. Perfect for a family or two couples. Off-road parking. Woodland setting. Ambleside 4.9 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1042911)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £438

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    4.3

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Handsome Lakeland residence. Family Friendly. Central location. Private parking. WiFi. Patio with furniture. Pub 4 min walk. Grasmere 4 miles. (Ref. 1040914)

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7 nights from £502

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A Victorian, end-terrace cottage nestled in the popular town of Ambleside. Short walk to town’s amenities. Three floors. WiFi. (Ref. 1042487)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from £452

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    4.6

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Superb, ground floor barn conversion cottage on the outskirts of Thornthwaite in the Lake District National Park. En-suite facility. Magnificent mountain views. Bassenthwaite Lake 10 mins walk. Keswick 4 miles. (Ref. 914594)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £421

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Larch Cottage at Esthwaite Water, a lovely holiday bungalow nestled by Hawkshead, Cumbria. Single-storey. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Private garden. Ambleside 6.2 miles; Kendal 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1131715)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £878

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.5

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Detached bungalow offering comfortable accommodation, 5 mins walk to Ambleside. Off road parking for 2 cars. Wonderful views over Ambleside to Loughrigg. Pub 5 mins. WiFi. (Ref. 1041896)

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7 nights from £555

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  • Bedrooms2
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A wonderful holiday home resting in the heart of Ulverston, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Next to a stream. Close to the Lake District National Park. Raised terrace. Close to local amenities. Coniston Water 11.8 miles; Windermere 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1052304)

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7 nights from £460

  • Sleeps4
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    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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £616

Are you looking for a destination that appeals to adults and children alike? Look no further than the Lake District for your next family holiday, a haven for all things outdoors.

Located in the north of England, this National Park is perfect for a family holiday. The kids will love exploring and using up their boundless energy as much as the adults will appreciate the ever-changing and stunning backdrop.

A family break in the Lake District is the perfect base for a holiday full of adventure, exploration and, most importantly, spending quality time together. Explore the outstanding National Park, the second largest of its kind in the UK, offering more than 4,000 square kilometres of stunningly preserved land to appreciate. Climb Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, try a range of water sports at Lake Windemere, the country's largest natural lake, and follow the fascinating footsteps of both William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.

Browse this great selection of family-friendly cottages in the Lake District; from traditional cottages amidst copious, rural scenery and inviting coastal hideaways to properties right in the heart of the vibrant centres of thriving towns, such as Keswick, Kendal and Bowness-on-Windermere. If you still haven't found what you're looking for, check out the full list of family holiday cottages in the UK.