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.
"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."
"Luxurious lakeland cottage sleeping 6 in Ambleside, the heart of the Lake District"
"Romantic retreat in a beautiful setting. On a quiet road close to Ambleside, this cosy cottage sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms."
A cosy cottage with lawned garden and stunning views across Consiton Water. Sleeps 4 adults and 2 children in 3 bedrooms.
"Sleeping 4, and one lucky pet, in 2 king size bedrooms this attractive cottage occupies a peaceful courtyard location in the centre of Ambleside."
"A very peaceful, well-appointed and luxurious second floor apartment set in wooded grounds, with two bedrooms. Private parking. Magnificent views. Ten-minute walk to Ambleside."
"This ground-floor apartment rests in Waterhead, Cumbria and can sleep four guests in two bedrooms. "
"This reverse-level duplex apartment rests in Ambleside, Cumbria, and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
"A quality top floor apartment in the Romney Grange Development with stunning views across lake Windermere from its patio balcony and windows, which sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms. Undercover parking."
A stunning second floor apartment converted from a nineteenth century vicarage which sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms in a stunning tranquil location close to Ambleside. Private parking for two cars.
"A cosy, inviting ground floor apartment with terrace and parking, ideally situated for walking into the valley or fells, and close to Ambleside. Sleeps four people in two bedrooms."
"Just a five-minute walk from AmblesideÔÇÖs heart, this peaceful, spacious three-bedroom, three-bathroom property can sleep six. Patio. Private parking for two cars."
"A quiet, two bedroom, ÔÇÿupside-downÔÇÖ terraced property with picturesque views of the fells around Ambleside, with a games room, patio and decked area. Private parking for two cars."
"Gale Mews in Ambleside, Cumbria, sleeps five guests in three bedrooms."
"A Grade ll listed stone cottage laid out over three floors with many period features, situated in a little hamlet close to Ambleside, with three bedrooms and private off-road parking for two cars."
"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."
"Chapelside Cottage in Ambleside, Cumbria, sleeps five in three bedrooms. "
"This comfortable ground floor apartment sits in a quiet cul-de-sac, just a short downhill walk to Ambleside, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Patio and private parking for two cars."
"This sophisticated holiday home sits on the outskirts of Ambleside in Cumbria, and can sleep seven people in four bedrooms."
"Beautiful, early 18th century two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage. Named by Beatrix Potter. Authentic cottage refurbished with original features. Short walk to Hawkshead. Hill Top a five-minute drive. A family or group of couple."
"This stylish, single-storey property rests in Ambleside and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
This detached cottage lies in Ambleside in the Lake District and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
The Old Police House sits in Grasmere and sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.
"A beautiful, recently renovated two-bedroom holiday home in Thornthwaite village. Three miles to Keswick. Access to extensive shared landscape gardens. Great base for walkers and cyclists. It is ideal for a family or two couples."
"A delightful, four-bedroom semi-detached house. Ten-minute walk to Keswick. A lovely garden with open views of Skiddaw. Perfect for all seasons, Family group or two couples"
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