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Lake District Breaks

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Luxurious Lakeland barn conversion. Character features. Juliet balcony. Spectacular rural location in North Western Fells. (Ref. 1041207)

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3 nights from £406

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A stylish apartment located in the market town of Kendal in Cumbria. Open fire. Double bedrooms. Open plan sitting and dining area. Shared yard and balcony. Central location. Windermere 8 miles. (Ref. 965847)

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3 nights from £331

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A charming, 18th century Lakeland cottage, resting in the village of Hawkshead. Romantic dwelling. Lawned garden. Countryside setting. (Ref. 1042835)

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3 nights from £513

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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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3 nights from £421

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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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3 nights from £535

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A wonderful, detached lodge resting in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Tewitfield, Lancashire. Private jetty. Next to lake. Off-road parking. Carnforth 2.3 miles; Kendal 14.1 miles; Windermere 27.9 miles. (Ref. 1099944)

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3 nights from £528

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Lily is a lovely, single-storey cottage, ideal for couples, resting near the lovely market town of Kendal in Cumbria in the Lake District National Park. Windermere 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1166178)

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3 nights from £335

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Butterfly is a pleasant holiday cottage situated near the lovely market town of Kendal in Cumbria with a woodburning stove and indulgent hot tub. Windermere 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1166180)

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3 nights from £760

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Riverside is a stunning holiday cottage situated near the historic town of Kendal in Cumbria with a toasty woodburning stove and indulgent hot tub. Windermere 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1166181)

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3 nights from £839

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The Farmhouse in Coniston, Cumbria is wonderful holiday Farm Stay that welcomes up to four guests for a truly wonderful stay with stunning lake views. Hawkshead 2.5 miles; Ambleside 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1162477)

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3 nights from £501

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Lyndhurst is a delightful house within the Lake District National Park, close to shops and restaurants in the bustling town of Ambleside in Cumbria. Grasmere 4.8 miles; Windermere 4.8 miles; Keswick 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1157306)

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3 nights from £518

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Bank Barn - Wreay is a magnificent barn conversion within extensive grounds with panoramic mountainous views towards Lake Ullswater, in Wreay, Cumbria. Penrith 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1160532)

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Highlands Way Lodge is a pleasant, pet-friendly caravan resting in the village of Lamplugh near the town of Cleator Moor in Cumbria with a Smart TV. Cockermouth 8.2 miles; Whitehaven 9.8 miles; Bassenthwaite 16 miles. (Ref. 1165938)

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3 nights from £282

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High Winder House, a beautiful holiday barn set within the Lake District National Park in rural Askham, Cumbria, enjoying games and a woodburning stove. Penrith 6 miles; Ambleside 33.8 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 33 miles. (Ref. 1131721)

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3 nights from £760

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Whitecroft Nook is a charming, two-bedroom holiday home resting in Gosforth, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Close to pub. Dog-friendly. Seascale 3 miles; Wasdale Head 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1136834)

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3 nights from £492

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The Abbots Reading Cottages are a perfect base to explore the South Lake District and set in their own natural woodland. (Ref. 1041149)

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Middlefell View Cottage is an inviting abode with exceptional views over the Nent Valley and welcoming pets, located in an AONB near Alston, Cumbria. Melmerby 12.7 miles; Stanhope 18 miles; Penrith 21.7 miles; Hexham 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1158461)

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3 nights from £274

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Ellerbeck Lodge is a charming single-storey lodge with on-site fishing lakes and a toasty electric fire, located in the village of Brigham in Cumbria. Cockermouth 2.6 miles; Keswick 14.9 miles; Carlisle 27.8 miles. (Ref. 1163142)

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3 nights from £358

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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)

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3 nights from £365

The Lake District is one of the country's finest National Parks, a perfect retreat for couples, friends and families alike. Embark on a Lake District short break for an experience filled with activity, scenery and a wealth of unique opportunities.

Why Lake District Breaks?

It is no surprise that Lake District mini breaks are so popular, with the region displaying its idyllic lakes and fells. Avid hikers and climbers will adore a Lake District short break, with seemingly endless opportunities at your disposal. Hike one of the UK's highest peaks, Scafell Pike, or try your hand at some exhilarating water sports on Windermere. Return to your Lake District weekend break cottage to unwind after each day of adrenaline-pumping adventure. Choose to enjoy your Lake District getaway in a stone-built cottage, majestic manor or secluded lodge. Our Lake District Travel Guide is the perfect tool for making the most of the area's attractions.

Places to visit near Lake District Short Breaks

No matter if you're walking, cycling or driving through the Lake District, you are certain to stumble upon its characterful towns and villages. Explore a number of market towns exuding charm during your Lake District mini break, offering quirky cafés and first-class restaurants. Also find an array of attractions appealing to people of all tastes and ages, from the enthralling to the laid-back. If you're enjoying a long weekend in the Lake District, consider visiting; Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston, Kendal, Keswick and Penrith.

Types of Lake District Holidays

A holiday in the Lake District can be enjoyed in many different ways, from your location to the style of your holiday home. Those looking for something different will adore a Lake District glamping holiday, while our country Lake District cottages offer a rural retreat. Include the entire family with our choice of dog-friendly Lake District cottages, or escape with your other half to a romantic Lake District cottage.

Alternatively, take a look at this full collection of short break cottages in the UK