The Lake District National Park is the largest in the UK, covering some 885 sq. miles. There are over 70 lakes, tarns (pools) and waters in the region, with Windermere probably the most well-known. Lake cruises at Windermere is the top attraction in the whole region, attracting over 1.2 million visitors a year. The English Lake District, and Cumbria in general, has a very diverse landscape – from spectacular mountains and hills, to serene lakes and rivers. The area also provides fantastic opportunities for outdoor activities including walking, hiking, climbing and various water sports. Ambleside, Grasmere, Keswick and Kendal are just some of the attractive towns and villages in the area, where most self-catering accommodation and pretty holiday cottages in Lake District can be found. The outdoor nature of holidays in the Lake District also means that if you are looking for dog friendly cottages Lake District is one of the best places to visit.
"This delightful stone-built holiday home with annexe rests in Brackenber, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in six bedrooms."
"Coppa Hill Barn is an outstanding barn conversion resting on the outskirts of Ingleton, North Yorkshire and can sleep 19 people in eight bedrooms."
"The Hideaway is a superb semi-detached, three-storey house resting in Windermere, Cumbria and can sleep 22 guests in 11 bedrooms. "
"This detached cottage rests in Newton in Cartmel near Lindale, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
"This detached Victorian house rests in Sedbergh, Cumbria and can sleep 24 people in 11 bedrooms."
"This semi-detached cottage rests in Great Urswick near Ulverston, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
Highgate is an imposing farmhouse that dates back to the 19th Century
This luxury barn conversion lies on the shores of Lake Windermere and can sleep 14 guests in 6 bedrooms.
"A superb Lake District property in a stunning rural location. Many original features, wood burning stoves. Sleeps twelve with parking for six cars. Two dogs welcome"
Bracken Ground is a truly luxurious retreat set within 7 acres of private grounds for a magical Lake District stay. Sleeps 10 people across 5 bedrooms.
Large contemporary residence. Great views. Underfloor heating in all bathrooms. French doors to pretty patio. Five minute walk to Ambleside village.
"Sleeping 10 in 5 rooms, this detached farmhouse comes with plenty of space. 3 receptions rooms and 25 acres of land as well as enclosed garden and orchard. 2 pets welcome."
"In the heart of Beatrix Potter country, this lovely 5 bedroomed house sleeps 10 and welcomes 2 well-behaved pets."
located in Ambleside this property has 4 bathrooms and 5 bedrooms and parking for 5 cars
Great views of Amblesde the property sleeps 10 and had parking rof upto 5 cars.
"Large luxurious house on quiet side of Lake Windermere, near Hawkshead. sleeps 12, 6 bedrooms all with lovely views, 5 ensuite. Aga, Woodburner, patio, gardens with lake views. Wifi, babies & children welcome. No pets."
"Fabulous large house in lively village of Staveley, hot gub and games room. Sleeps 10. No stag or hen groups."
"Fabulous large Victorian terrace in Keswick Centre, sleeps 10 with parking and outdoor space. No hen or stag groups."
A stunning family home which sleeps 10 people and has spacious gardens to enjoy.
"Perfect for a large family or group holiday, this impressive and characterful Hawkshead residence sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms."
"Stunning Victorian 'Castle' sleeps 12 in Windermere, 6 luxury bedrooms all ensuite.Incredible views, lovely outdoor space. Children & Babies welcome. No pets."
"-áPlease exit the M6 at Junction 36 and follow the A591 to the Lake District. You will pass by Kendal and need to follow the signs for Windermere/Ambleside. After around 10 miles you will reach Windermere village, take the first left turning off the A591 j"
"A stunning five-bedroom, three-bathroom property which sleeps eight, set in its own gardens and situated in a slightly elevated, quiet position close to both Ambleside and Lake Windermere. Patio. Private parking for two/three cars."
"This attractive, ground floor barn conversion set on the Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead in Cumbria sleeps ten people in three bedrooms."
"This detached property is situated in Graythwaite near Ulverston, Cumbria and can sleep 12 people in six bedrooms."
This stunning manor house is situated next to Lake Windermere on the beautiful Graythwaite Estate in the Lake District National Park.
"This detached cottage rests in Witherslack, Cumbria, and can sleep twelve people in six bedrooms."
"The Willows rests in Windermere, Cumbria and sleeps 10 guests in five bedrooms. "
"This detached sandstone cottage rests in Dufton, near Appleby-in-Westmorland in Cumbria, and can sleep twelve people in six bedrooms."
"Crooklands Cottage is a stunning detached cottage resting in Crooklands, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
"Squirrel Lodge in Keswick, Cumbria, sleeps twelve guests in six bedrooms."
Fairfield rests in Eskdale Green and can sleeps eighteen in nine bedrooms.
"Thwaite House is a detached house resting in Coniston, Cumbria and can sleep 14 guests in seven bedrooms. "
"Brackenlea in Windermere-on-Bowness, Cumbria sleeps ten guests in five bedrooms."
"Thorney How in Grasmere, Cumbria sleeps fourteen guests in seven bedrooms."
"Dene House in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria sleeps 13 in seven bedrooms."
"The Dower House near Keswick, Cumbria sleeps 10 in five bedrooms."
"Old School Muncaster House near Holmrook, Cumbria sleeps 18 in 10 rooms."
"Valley View House in Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria sleeps 22 guests in 10 bedrooms."
"Penny Bridge House near Ulverston, Cumbria, sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms."
"2 Hart Head Barn near Ambleside, Cumbria, sleeps ten guests in five bedrooms. "
"The Gate House in Levens, Cumbria, can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
"Rosemount Boutique in Windermere, Cumbria, sleeps 17 in eight bedrooms."
"The Paddock in Keswick, Cumbria sleeps sixteen guests in eight bedrooms. "
"Abbey Farm House, St Bees, Cumbria, sleeps 16 guest in 8 bedrooms. "
"8 Corkickle in Whitehaven, Cumbria, sleeps 15 guests in 8 bedrooms. "
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