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 first-floor duplex apartment rests in Lakeside, Cumbria, and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
"This delightful stone-built holiday home with annexe rests in Brackenber, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in six bedrooms."
This barn conversion rests in the Lyth Valley near Levens in the Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"4 Alpha Rise in Gilsland, Cumbria sleeps four guests in two 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."
"This fabulous lodge benefits from being set in lovely grounds and has private parking, a short walk into Keswick town centre in the Lake District National Park and can sleep four people in two bedrooms."
Keswick Bridge 21 is a luxurious lodge in Kewick which sleeps 4 people in two bedrooms
"Glenwood house rests in Brough, Cumbria, sleeping 10 people in five bedrooms."
"This spacious cottage rests near Kendall, Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms."
"This semi-detached cottage rests in Carnforth, Lancashire and can sleep six people in three 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 Santon Bridge near Eskdale Green, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
"This coastal cottage rests in Ravenglass, Cumbria and can sleep five people in three bedrooms."
"This detached cottage rests in Newton in Cartmel near Lindale, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
This Grade II listed cottage rests in Grange-over-Sands in Cumbria and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
This period property rests in Ambleside within the Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
This semi-detached cottage is located in the village of Ecclerigg near Windermere and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
"This cottage rests on the outskirts of Brampton, Cumbria and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
This all-ground-floor cottage rests in the Lake District and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
This detached cottage rests near Appleby-In-Westmorland and can sleep eight people in three bedrooms.
This semi-detached cottage rests in Cumbria and can sleep ten people in four bedrooms.
This detached cottage rests in Ravenglass near to Eskdale Green in the Lake District and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
"This detached Victorian house rests in Sedbergh, Cumbria and can sleep 24 people in 11 bedrooms."
"This detached stone cottage rests in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria and can sleep fourteen people in seven bedrooms."
"This beautiful detached property rests in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria and can sleep up to four people in two bedrooms. "
"This terraced cottage rests in Windermere, Lake District and can sleep five people in three bedrooms."
This detached cottage is situated in Graywaithe and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms.
"This terraced cottage rests in Allonby, Cumbria and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
"This mid-terrace three-storey cottage rests in Keswick, Cumbria, and can sleep seven people in four bedrooms."
"This ground-floor lodge rests in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Carnforth, Lancashire and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
This detached cottage rests in Cumbria and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
This detached lodge rests in Lancashire and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
This contemporary lodge rests in Warton and can sleep up to six people in three bedrooms.
"This semi-detached cottage rests in Great Urswick near Ulverston, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
"This semi-detached cottage rests in Windermere, Cumbria and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms."
This reverse-level cottage rests in Cumbria and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
Highgate is an imposing farmhouse that dates back to the 19th Century
Comfortable cottage set in the heart of Grasmere village.
This luxury barn conversion lies on the shores of Lake Windermere and can sleep 14 guests in 6 bedrooms.
"Contemporary Lakeland cottage overlooking the Troutbeck Valley, sleeps 4 people in 2 bedrooms."
"Traditional 3 storey terrace cottage 2 minutes walk from Keswick centre. Sleeps 5, cosy living & dining areas. No pets, children & babies welcome."
"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"
Argyle Cottage offer sophisticated accommodation just a stone's throw from the centre of Ambleside and can sleep 6 guests across 3 bedrooms.
"Victorian Lakeland terraced house just minutes from the centre of Bowness, sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms."
Barn conversion in rural location with stunning views. Close to Keswick in the Lake District. Can sleep 4 people in 2 bedrooms. 3 Dogs Welcome
"Detached modern bungalow in Grasmere, 5 minute walk from pubs & shops. Sleeps 6 - 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. Wood burning stove Children welcome. No pets."
Traditional terraced cottage. Second living space 'Climbers Loft' in eaves with local memorabilia. Situated clost to Keswick's famous Market Square.
Large detached Lakeland residence set within breathtaking gardens. Lake views. Five minute walk to centre of Bowness. Private parking for 2 cars.
Victorian Cottage retaining period charm. Calm and contemporary decor. Log fire. Close to Keswick's Market Square.
Traditional Lakeland farmhouse. Superb rural setting. Log burning stove. Elevated position. Short drive to Pooley Bridge.
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