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 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."
"This sophisticated holiday home sits on the outskirts of Ambleside in Cumbria, and can sleep seven people in four 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"
"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."
This luxury and contemporary cottage rests in Coniston in the Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"This attractive, ground floor barn conversion set on the Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead in Cumbria sleeps ten people in three bedrooms."
"A wonderful, detached cottage on the Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead, sleeping ten people in five bedrooms."
This detached property rests in Torver in the Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"This superb stone-built single-storey cottage rests in Ingleton, Lancashire, and can sleep 26 people in six bedrooms. Please note this property does not accept stag/Hen parties."
"Waltons Close in Stainton, Cumbria, sleeps eight in four bedrooms. "
"This detached property is situated in Graythwaite near Ulverston, Cumbria and can sleep 12 people in six bedrooms."
"This detached farmhouse rests in Graythwaite, near Hawkshead, in the Lake District and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms."
Oldfield House rests in Windermere and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"This glorious, detached cottage on the sought-after Graythwaite Estate, Cumbria, sleeps eight people in four en-suite bedrooms."
This stunning manor house is situated next to Lake Windermere on the beautiful Graythwaite Estate in the Lake District National Park.
"Garth Hill House, Ambleside, Cumbria, sleeps twelve guests in six bedrooms. "
"Orchard Cottage in Outgate, Cumbria, sleeps eight guests in four bedrooms. "
"The Vicarage is an outstanding, detached cottage resting in Seatoller near Rosthwaite, Cumbria sleeping eight people in four bedrooms. "
"The Old Water Mill is in Garnett Bridge, sleeping eight people in four rooms."
"This detached cottage rests in Thornthwaite near Braithwaite, Lake District and can sleep seven people in four bedrooms. "
Hollins rests in Cowgill and can sleep seven people in four bedrooms.
"This detached cottage rests in Witherslack, Cumbria, and can sleep twelve people in six bedrooms."
"Kessock is a stunning, detached, lakeside cottage resting on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria and can sleep 10 people in five bedrooms."
"This three-storey, mid-terrace cottage rests in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms."
This charming stone-built cottage is located in the village of Outhgill near Kirkby Stephen and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"Dragonsfell is a-ádelightful semi-detached barn conversion resting in New Hutton, Cumbria and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms.-á"
"Raybarrow is a family-friendly, detached cottage resting in Windermere, Cumbria and can sleep 10 people in four bedrooms."
This mid-terrace cottage lies in the centre of Windermere and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
This excellent detached barn conversion rests in Wharton near Kirkby Stephen and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"This delightful detached house rests in Cockermouth, Cumbria and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms."
"This detached sandstone cottage rests in Dufton, near Appleby-in-Westmorland in Cumbria, and can sleep twelve people in six bedrooms."
"Hare's Breath in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria sleeps eight in four rooms."
"Beckside Farm is a charming, detached farm house resting in Bootle near Millom, Cumbria and can sleep 9 guests in 4 bedrooms. "
"This impressive, detached Grade II listed house rests in Penrith in Cumbria and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms."
This spacious luxurious cottage is located on the outskirts of the village of Keswick in the Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.
"Pheasants Folly near Windermere, Cumbria sleeps eight people in four 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."
Ideal for friend or extended families. Large garden with patio and beautiful views. Private parking for four cars.
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