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A gorgeous semi-detached cottage nestled on the outskirts of Carnforth, Lancashire. Games room. En-suite. WiFi. Capernwray 2.9 miles; Morecambe 6.6 miles; Lake District National Park 11.9 miles. (Ref. 986936)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £441

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  • Bedrooms11
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A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £4326

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    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 £770

  • 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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  • Sky TV

7 nights from £1978

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms8
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A stunning detached house lying on the Solway Plains in Seaville, Cumbria. En-suites. Large barn with hot tub and bar. Spacious. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Silloth 4.8 miles; Wigton 8.9 miles; Cockermouth 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1061482)

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  • Games room

7 nights from £1874

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Mere View, a Luxury house close to the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Tastefully decorated. Neutral tones. EV charger. Ambleside 5.3 miles; Kendal 10.4 miles; Coniston 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1137229)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £813

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A charming semi-detached cottage nestled in Cark-in-Cartmel, Cumbria. Electric fire. Pet-friendly. Grange-over-Sands 3.8 miles. (Ref. 1027114)

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7 nights from £435

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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This luxury, ground-floor apartment rests in the the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101421)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £915

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A luxurious first-floor apartment set in Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Smart TV. Communal grounds. Rural. Wine fridge. Allocated parking. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101626)

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7 nights from £655

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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An impressive, second-floor apartment sitting within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Pet-free. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1100108)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £592

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This stunning, ground-floor apartment sits within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Open-plan. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101581)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £886

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A fantastic one-bedroom cottage resting in Crookdale near Aspatria in Wigton. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Country views. Wigton 6.1 miles; Maryport 11.1 miles; Silloth 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1076198)

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7 nights from £282

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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    4.6

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Stunning Victorian 'Castle' sleeps 12 in Windermere, 6 luxury bedrooms all ensuite.Incredible views, lovely outdoor space. Children & Babies welcome. No pets. (Ref. 1042261)

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7 nights from £1438

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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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)

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7 nights from £456

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This fabulous, second-floor apartment rests within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Rural location. Luxury. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101603)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £728

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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A beautifully-presented first-floor apartment in the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Rural. Communal gardens. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101619)

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7 nights from £655

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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This impressive, ground-floor apartment sits within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1050218)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £739

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A spectacular, second-floor triplex apartment in the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion, Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Beautiful views. Off-road parking. Pet-free. Smart TV. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101595)

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Spacious property with luxurious interior, immaculate and stunning panoramic views.Free use of leisure facilities Near Newby Bridge and Lake Windermere 1.4 miles. (Ref. 1027058)

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

7 nights from £993

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Shore View is a delightful, two-bedroom, semi detached house situated in the village of Grange over Sands, Cumbria. Sea views. Enclosed garden. WiFi. Cartmel 2 miles; Lake Windermere 8 miles. (Ref. 942586)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £452

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Trying to find somewhere out-of-the-ordinary to stay for your next staycation? Then this collection of unusual places to stay in the Lake District will be sure to impress you! Featuring properties that are packed full of character features and situated in some of the most beautiful parts of this vast national park, they can make for unforgettable places to stay for your next countryside escape. 

Why Choose an Unusual Place to Stay in the Lake District? 

Choosing one of these quirky places to stay in the Lake District can make for a wonderfully memorable way to spend your next break. Whether you’re after a modern development or a beautifully restored historic building, this collection features some of the best properties found anywhere in the Lakes. 

Offering guests all the amenities and creature comforts of home, many of these unusual places to stay in the Lake District are also situated conveniently close to some of the region’s best towns, villages and natural landmarks, giving you easy access to all the best things to see and do. 

Put together a full itinerary with inspiration from our Lake District Travel Guide

Places to Visit from your Unusual Accommodation in the Lake District 

With so much to see, do and explore across the lakes, you and your guests won’t have any problems planning your days out when staying at one of these quirky places to stay in the Lake District.  

In terms of towns, Ambleside makes for a fantastic place to go for a wander. Found on the northern shores of Lake Windermere, here is where you’ll find historic winding streets lined with some of the region’s best shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Not only that, but you’ll also find some brilliant places to go hiking such as Wansfell Pike and unique landmarks like the Ambleside Roman Fort, both of which are well worth exploring. 

Further south along the eastern banks of Windermere is the town of Bowness, a beautiful town that’s long been one of the most visited towns in the region. Home to the iconic Old England Hotel and attractions like The World of Beatrix Potter, this town is where you can also take a tour of England’s largest lake by taking the Windermere Ferry Cruise across the water. 

Other Popular Destinations near Unusual Places to Stay in the Lake District: 

Eden Valley 

Keswick 

Pooley Bridge 

Troutbeck 

Ullswater 

Types of Lake District Holidays 

Aside from these unusual places to stay in the Lake District, there are still lots of other options to take a look at.  

With a full collection of Lake District cottages to explore, there are also plenty of alternative properties to explore including dog-friendly Lake District cottages perfect for those of you bringing your pampered pooch. If you’re looking for something extra special for your next staycation in the Lakes why not browse these cottages in the Lake District with hot tubs, luxury Lake District cottages, large Lake District cottages and these Lake District cottages with swimming pool

You can also choose from these country cottages in the Lake District, Lake District lodges and log cabins, Lake District glamping pods, Lake District cottages for family holidays and even holiday parks in the Lake District

Still unsure? Then why not check out these short breaks in the Lake District, last-minute Lake District holidays, remote cottages in the Lake District and cheap Lake District cottages as well. 

If you’re still searching for your perfect unusual getaway then browse the full collection of unusual holiday cottages in the UK.