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Eden Lodge - 918339 - photo 1
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Bardsea, Cumbria, LA12
  • 25 Guests
  • 13 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

A stunning Edwardian house in Bardsea with hot tub, sauna, woodburner, WiFi, en-suite bedrooms, mature grounds. Close to Ulverston, coast and Lake District National Park. (Ref. 918339)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from €5360

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Cherry Croft - 1145565 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Solway, Dumfries & Galloway, CA7
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Cherry Croft is a charming, detached bungalow resting rurally in Bowness-on-Solway nr Kirkbride, Cumbria. In AONB. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Port Carlisle 3.2 miles; Wigton 12 miles; Silloth 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1145565)

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

3 nights from €673

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1 Sunny Point Cottages - 1044404 - photo 1
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Crook, Lake District, LA8
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

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

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

3 nights from €807

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Solway Cottage - 911744 - photo 1
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Bowness-on-Solway near Wigton, Dumfries & Galloway, CA7
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Superb, detached coastal cottage on the stunning Solway Firth in Bowness-on-Solway. Breathtaking views. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Direct access to the sea. Pub 2 mins walk. Carlisle 13.5 miles. (Ref. 911744)

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

3 nights from €636

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Pearsall - 1024718 - photo 1
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Far Sawrey, Lake District, LA22
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

A quality terraced cottage set on the site of the Freshwater Biological Association, on the shores of Windermere, one mile from Far Sawrey. Super king-size double bedroom. Balcony with views of Windermere. Bowness-on-Windermere 1.5 miles via ferry. (Ref. 1024718)

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

3 nights from €660

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Field Barn - 1020608 - photo 1
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Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA9
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A quaint, secluded cottage resting on the outskirts of Alston in the North Pennines AONB. Rural setting. Romantic retreat. Open-plan. WiFi. Melmerby 14 miles; Penrith 23 miles. (Ref. 1020608)

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

3 nights from €484

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Dairy Cottage - 1052158 - photo 1
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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA17
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A superb barn conversion resting on a working farm, near Kirkby Stephen. En-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Rural location. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.8 miles; Barnard Castle 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1052158)

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

3 nights from €763

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Casa Loma - 1055063 - photo 1
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Capernwray near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from €1566

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Carrock Cottage - 1049941 - photo 1
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East Woodside near Dalston, Cumbria, CA7
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A Grade II listed cottage nestled close to the village of Dalston, Cumbria. Ideal for families. Woodburning stove. Set on a working farm. Wigton 4.5 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1049941)

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

3 nights from €758

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Macaw Cottages No 4A - 1059544 - photo 1
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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A superb reverse-level cottage set in the centre of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Ideal for couples. Open-plan. Great touring base. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.5 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1059544)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

  • 10% off - Mon 10th Mar to 23rd May 2025

3 nights from €553

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Yamthwaite - 1094915 - photo 1
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Grizedale near Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Yamthwaite is a stunning holiday cottage located in the beautiful hamlet of Grizedale in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Garden with pond. Ambleside 8.1 miles; Kendal 20.4 miles. (Ref. 1094915)

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

3 nights from €1064

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High Rigg Woodland Cottage - 992979 - photo 1
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Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Beautiful, luxurious cottage in rural hamlet within a short drive of Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall. Two en-suite bedrooms. Wi-Fi. Balcony. Hot tub. Lovely shared gardens. Private parking. Short walk to local pub. (Ref. 992979)

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

3 nights from €840

Last booked 2 days ago
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5 The Old Sawmill - 1051899 - photo 1
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Warcop near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA16
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A wonderful,end-terraced cottage resting in Warcop, Cumbria. Enclosed patio garden. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Children and pet friendly. Penrith 19 miles, Sedbergh 19.1 miles, Kendal 28.5 miles; Reeth 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1051899)

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

3 nights from €632

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Walkers Rest - 1131086 - photo 1
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Warton near Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

This delightful, three-bedroom holiday lodge rests upon South Lakes Leisure Village in Warton, near Carnforth, Lancashire. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 25.3 miles (Ref. 1131086)

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

3 nights from €698

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The Byre - 1163800 - photo 1
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Troutbeck, Lake District, CA11
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

The Byre is a beautiful terraced holiday cottage, that is ideal for couples, resting in the little hamlet of Troutbeck in Cumbria in the Lake District. Watermillock 6.2 miles; Keswick 8.9 miles; Ambleside 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1163800)

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

3 nights from €774

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The LA'AL Cragg - 1141343 - photo 1
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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

The LA'AL Cragg is a characterful, one-bedroom cottage resting rurally in North Stainmore near Brough, Cumbria. Romantic. Countryside views. Near AONB. Kirkby Stephen 6.1 miles; Appleby-in-Westmorland 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1141343)

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

3 nights from €614

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Coney Garth Cottage - 980466 - photo 1
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Beckermet, Cumbria, CA21
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

An exceptional, semi-detached property resting within the village of Beckermet. Open-plan living room. WiFi. Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Egremont 3 miles; Whitehaven 8.5 miles. (Ref. 980466)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from €777

Last booked yesterday
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12A Borwick Lakes - 1061746 - photo 1
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South Lakeland Leisure Village, Lancashire, LA6
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A lovely ground-floor lodge situated on the South Lakeland Leisure Village, Lake District. Carnforth 2.3 miles; Lancaster 6.9 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1061746)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from €579

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Lune Cottage - 948213 - photo 1
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Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A charming stone-built cottage settled in the South Lakeland town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Smart TV. Town centre. Lune Valley. Front courtyard with seating. Kendal 12.4 miles; Morecambe 16.4 miles. (Ref. 948213)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from €699

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Underfell - 987473 - photo 1
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Burton-In-Kendal, Cumbria, LA6
  • 2 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

This semi-detached property is based in Burton-in-Kendal, Cumbria. Open-plan living. Perfect for friends. Kirkby Lonsdale 7 miles; Kendal 12 miles. (Ref. 987473)

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

3 nights from €648

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Looking for Lake District cottages at the last minute? With over 600 cottages in the national park in some of the most desirable locations, we're sure you'll find the perfect hand-picked cottage for your last-minute holiday in the Lake District

Why Last Minute Lake District Cottages?

With its UNESCO World Heritage status, last-minute Lake District breaks are bound to please all guests. The national park entices visitors from all over the world for its unique scenery, wildlife, history and culture. Guided walks are within reach of last-minute Lake District log cabins and are available across diverse landscapes to suit all levels of mobility, including wheelchair and pushchair-friendly footpaths. Whether you seek tranquillity or bustling villages to discover local produce and heritage, these last-minute Lake District breaks truly have it all. Visit our Lake District Travel Guide to discover more popular attractions.

Places to visit from a Last-minute Lake District Break

These last-minute Lake District holidays provide an ideal base for exploring further afield, St Bees and Barrow-in-Furness lie on the outskirts of the Lake District on the Cumbrian coast, perfect for those craving sea views, dramatic coastlines and sandy beaches. During your last-minute holiday in the Lake District, you may want to enjoy a visit to the iconic towns of the park! Ambleside is a must, hosting the stunning waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Bowness-on-Windermere is another delight, home to a charming marina that backs onto Lake Windermere.

Other places to visit include:

Grasmere

Hawkshead

Keswick

Types of Lake District Holidays

Looking to plan more in advance than stay at these last-minute Lake District cottages? There are a plethora of Lake District holidays to choose from. On the other hand, if you're ready to book and only hoping to go away for a few days, then there's also plenty of availability for short breaks in the Lake District too. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.