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Holiday Cottages near a Lake

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Stunning cottage on the sought-after Graythwaite Estate. En-suites. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Lake Windermere 0.3 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 3.5 miles; Ambleside 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1061172)

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7 nights from £1597

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms5
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A beautiful, detached holiday home in Muir of Ord, Scottish Highlands. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Garden. Near to shops. En-suite. Beauly 2.8 miles; Dingwall 6.4 miles; Inverness 14.6 miles. (Ref. 975094)

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7 nights from £1121

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Paddock House, a contemporary, detached property enjoying stunning views over Lake Windermere and the mountain range, Lake District. Woodburning stove. Windermere 3.2 miles; Grasmere 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1115519)

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7 nights from £2088

  • Sleeps8
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Outstanding 5 star property less than 150 yards from the centre of Ambleside. Every luxury provided including 4 stunning en-suite bedrooms and fabulous kitchen. (Ref. 1042146)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £1455

  • Sleeps13
  • Bedrooms7
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A wonderfully-presented, seven-bedroom property resting in Dolanog, near Meifod, Powys. Lakeside views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Large. Llanfair Caereinion 7.4 miles; Llanfyllin 8.7 miles; Lake Vrnwy 9.3 miles; Welshpool 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1112951)

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7 nights from £2050

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.7

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Fleetbank is a large, detached home resting in Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway. Hot tub. Close to amenities. Contemporary. Open-plan living. Kirkcudbright 8.9 miles; Castle Douglas 14.5 miles; Newton Stewart 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1135218)

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7 nights from £1042

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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This stunning converted boathouse is located in Invergarry Scotland. WiFi. Woodburner. Balcony. Fort Augustus 7.5 miles; Fort William 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1003910)

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7 nights from £708

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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Hole Park is a cottage resting in the village of Clawton in Devon. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Single-storey. Pet-friendly. Launceston 11.4 miles; Bude 14.1 miles; Barnstaple 32.6 miles. (Ref. 1150085)

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7 nights from £670

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A gorgeous, contemporary cottage in the village of Watermillock in the Lake District. Open-plan living. Idyllic views of Ullswater. En-suite. WiFi. Smart TVs. (Ref. 984069)

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7 nights from £1460

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Oak Cottage is a delightful property nestled in the village of Somerleyton in Suffolk. Characterful. Woodburning stove. Freestanding bath. Enclosed garden. Corton 4.7 miles; Lowestoft 6.2 miles; Great Yarmouth 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1152535)

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7 nights from £922

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A luxury, contemporary house in a secluded location, near the village of Kilmartin in Scotland. En-suites. Incredible views of Loch Awe. Kilmartin 10 miles. (Ref. 970960)

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7 nights from £996

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A charming, two-bedroom holiday home in Dooros near Woodford, County Galway. En-suite bedrooms. Dog-friendly. Close to a Lough. Portumna 11.7 miles; Loughrea 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1128745)

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7 nights from £705

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A luxurious holiday home in a the popular Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Luxurious. En-suites. Wrap-around balcony. Off-road parking. In Lake District National Park. Open-plan. Ambleside 6.9 miles; Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 1077937)

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  • Games room

7 nights from £2411

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

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A spectacular, detached house resting in the Borrowdale Valley near Rosthwaite, Cumbria. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stoves. Large garden. Keswick 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1064519)

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7 nights from £1883

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This enticing all-ground-floor holiday home rests in Rhosneigr on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living. Smart TV, Log burner, Alexa Fast Wifi, enclosed garden and short stroll to both beaches, shops, restaurants. (Ref. 1051425)

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7 nights from £1050

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
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    4.8

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A stunning, detached cottage located amongst beautiful landscaped gardens, close to the village of Ballydehob, County Cork. Seven bedrooms set across three floors. Peaceful location, ideal for touring. Ballydehob 2 miles. (Ref. 904901)

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7 nights from £726

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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This beautiful period property rests in the town of Ambleside within the Lake District National Park. En-suite. Cinema room. Woodburning stove. Grasmere 4 miles; Windermere 4.8 miles; Keswick 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1016150)

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7 nights from £1868

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo
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Pear Tree Cottage is a pleasant, semi-detached house situated near Goosnargh, Lancashire, boasting two electric fires, Smart TVs, and open-plan living. Preston 8.8 miles; Morecambe 31.4 miles. (Ref. 1167611)

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7 nights from £876

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Apple Tree Cottage is a welcoming semi-detached house near Goosnargh, Lancashire boasting an enclosed garden, off-road parking and electric fire displays. Preston 8.9 miles; Morecambe 30.9 miles. (Ref. 1158586)

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7 nights from £876

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Gate House is a historical, lakeside home resting in Coniston, Cumbria. Stunning views. Pet-friendly. Near Coniston Water. In Lake District National Park. Hawkshead 4.1 miles; Ambleside 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1143496)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1785

Looking for somewhere to sneak off to, away from work, the kids, the neighbours, friends, relatives…in fact, everyone? A tranquil place simply made for spending quality time together as a couple. Or an escape on your own, to savour some of that precious 'me' time we so often crave. If this sounds like a good idea to you, do consider a holiday cottage near a lake.

Imagine misty mornings that transform into warm, sunny days, with rays flickering across the water's surface. Add rich, golden sunsets and everyone's on their honeymoon in a holiday cottage near a lake.

Enjoy peace & tranquility with a lakeside holiday home

Spend lazy days on and around the water. Fishing, swimming, boating - even water sports and leisure cruises depending on the location. Enjoy lakeside walks or hacks on horseback. Or simply sit on the banks with the latest bestseller and relax. That's the most wonderful thing about being on holiday - it gives you the chance to indulge in those things you enjoy the most, without any guilt.

From waterside picnics to meals in stylish lakeside eateries, make the most of your surroundings and relish the local fare. If you can picture yourself doing any of these things, a holiday cottage near a lake may be your perfect retreat!