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.
"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. "
A three-storey stone cottage nestled in the town of Ambleside within the Lake District and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
"This sophisticated holiday home sits on the outskirts of Ambleside in Cumbria, and can sleep seven people in four bedrooms."
"This stylish, single-storey property rests in Ambleside and can sleep six people in three bedrooms."
"An idyllic mid-terraced cottage resting on the outskirts of Ambleside within the Lake District, and can sleep up to four people in two bedrooms."
"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"
"Fair Cop in Hawkshead, Cumbria sleeps two guests in one bedroom."
"Charming three-bedroom terrace cottage in peaceful, Far Sawrey. Two miles from Hawkshead. A 10-minute walk to Beatrix PotterÔÇÖs Hill Top. Half a mile to the shore of Lake Windermere. Tranquil countryside. Sleeps five."
"A pleasant duplex, two-bedroom holiday home in Chapel Stile. Walking trails from the doorstep. Three miles to the head of the Langdale Valley. Ideal holiday retreat for a family or two couples."
"An ideal property for a couple, this spacious apartment on the upper floor has views of Loughrigg and is near to AmblesideÔÇÖs local amenities and the Lakeland countryside. Private parking."
"A deluxe, detached two-bedroom cottage. Secluded location, three quarters of a mile from Skelwith Bridge. Spectacular views. Family or two couples."
This large cottage rests in Chapel Stile in the Langdale Valley in the Lake District and sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.
A beautiful two-bedroom holiday home situated in a Victorian Gentleman's residence. Three acres of shared grounds. Ideal for a family or two couples.
"An early 20th century redesigned detached house, set in Millbeck at the foot of Skiddaw. Two miles from Keswick. Four bedrooms. Sleeps eight. Landscaped gardens. Bike storage. Allocated parking for three cars."
"Set in a courtyard in Clappersgate, near the fells, lake and Ambleside, this comfortable, character property features exposed roof timbers and a gallery. Sleeps four. Patio and riverside garden. Private parking for two cars."
"A character first floor cottage, created from an eighteenth-century hayloft, offering accommodation for three in two bedrooms, situated close to the Langdale Valley and Ambleside. Private parking, garden and river access."
This ground-floor apartment rests in Ambleside in the Lake District and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
"This stone-built cottage rests in Shap, Cumbria and can sleep two people in one bedroom."
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