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Delightful cottage located in the heart of Keswick, the ideal place for families to explore the lakes and surrounding area. Off street parking available. Short walk to nearby amenities. (Ref. 972587)

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7 nights from £914

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.7

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Rydal Rock is a semi-detached townhouse resting in the quaint village of Ambleside, Cumbria. Off-road parking. In a National Park. Close to amenities and a lake. Windermere 4.9 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.9 miles; Coniston 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1090963)

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7 nights from £1029

  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Driftwood Cottage is a stunning holiday home in Baycliff near Ulverston, Lancashire. Pets welcome. Woodburning stove. Easy access to the Lake District. Ulverston 4.9 miles; Lake District National Park 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 14 miles. (Ref. 1160332)

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7 nights from £1101

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.7

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A traditional, Victorian terrace house situated in the heart of Windermere, Cumbria. Close to amenities. In National Park. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1125794)

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7 nights from £1010

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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    4.7

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This semi-detached Lakeland house is nestled in the village of Underbarrow, near Kendal, in the Lake District National Park. Electric woodburning-effect stove. En-suite. Kendal 4.8 miles. (Ref. 1013090)

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7 nights from £830

  • 13 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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A remarkable stone-built holiday home with annexe resting in the peaceful hamlet of Brackenber, Cumbria. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Countryside views. Appleby-In-Westmorland 2.9 mile; Penrith 16.5 miles; Pooley Bridge 19.2 miles. (Ref. 926047)

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7 nights from £1234

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.7

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An impeccable, mid-terrace mews resting in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Crooklands 6.5 miles; Ingleton 6.8 miles; Kendal 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1097256)

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7 nights from £675

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

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This spectacular lodge overlooking the Jackdaw Quarry rests in Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire. Woodburning stove. Stylish interior. Idyllic location. Morecambe 8.4 miles; Lancaster 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1055063)

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7 nights from £1146

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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    4.8

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Lovely semi-detached barn conversion with high ceilings and exposed beams. Open plan living, laundry facilities. Private patio area within shared garden. Cartmel 2 miles. (Ref. 952674)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £512

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A delightful three-bedroom semi-detached cottage resting in Crook, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Windermere 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1044404)

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7 nights from £562

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.7

Detached, modern lakeland house in Grasmere, all ground floor. 5 minute walk from the Swan. Sleeps 6, 3 bathrooms, wood burning stove. bike storage. Children welcome, no pets. (Ref. 1041025)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sky TV

7 nights from £818

  • 16 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.0

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A large, semi-detached house situated in St Bees, on the west coast of Cumbria. Games room. Hot tub. Enclosed courtyard. Open fire. Whitehaven 4.1 miles; Workington 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1138142)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Games room

7 nights from £2393

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Rose Cottage is a detached, stone-built cottage resting in the heart of Ambleside, Lake District. Idyllic riverside setting. Underfloor heating. Child-friendly. Grasmere 3.9 miles; Windermere 4.9 miles. (Ref. 1118364)

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7 nights from £1179

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  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.2

A distinctive Swiss-style chalet in beautiful Elterwater. Surrounded by breath-taking views and close to Ambleside, Grasmere and Windermere. Luxurious fittings and furnishings throughout. (Ref. 1041550)

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7 nights from £1912

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  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
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Bracken Howe is the perfect property for a group celebration in the stunning Lake District National Park, in the bustling town of Ambleside, Cumbria. Grasmere 4.3 miles; Windermere 4.9 miles; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1158961)

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7 nights from £2038

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Gosling Cottage is a wonderful terraced cottage nestled in Kendal, Cumbria. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Windermere 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1137790)

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7 nights from £434

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.5

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This spectacular, detached, lakeside cottage with private jetty located on the outskirts of Bowness-On-Windermere. Beautiful views. Bedrooms with en-suites. Smart TVs. Underfloor heating. Windermere 4.4 miles; Lakeside 5.6 miles; Kendal 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1068321)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £3106

  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.1

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A well-positioned, four-storey home resting in Keswick, Cumbria. Close to amenities and attractions. In National Park. Pet-friendly. Large. Central. Enclosed garden. Bassenthwaite 7.3 miles; Cockermouth 13.8 miles; Ullswater 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1080757)

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7 nights from £1443

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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A fabulous mid-terrace, three-storey house resting in the heart of Windemere, Cumbria. Cinema/games room. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Ambleside 4.9 miles; Kendal 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1114548)

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7 nights from £833

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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.