Part of the family
<span>Lake District Cottages for Short Breaks</span>

Lake District Cottages for Short Breaks

Home to the biggest range of last minute accommodation at the lowest price

from
❯

  • {{ recentSearch.region | removeCountry() }}

    {{ recentSearch.travel_max_time / 60 }}hrs from {{ recentSearch.travel_origin_postcode }}

    Draw a search

    {{ recentSearch.check_in_on }} - {{ recentSearch.check_in_on | endDate(recentSearch.minimum_nights) }}
Or search by driving time
From my postcode
Locate me
Or search by region
Check-in

{{checkInFormatted}}

Add dates

± {{flex}}
Check-out

{{checkOutFormatted}}

Add dates

± {{flex}}

Did you know? We have a dedicated site just for pet friendly holidays, take me to Dog Friendly Cottages >

Lake District Cottages

  • Last Minute Cottages - Briarcliffe Cottage

Cumbria

Briarcliffe Cottage

Ref: S3169

Reviews 46

3
6
Just a short drive away is Lake Windermere and the villages of Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead - which still retain the charm and character that has endeared them to so many. Set amidst the charm of the southern lakes this attractive village...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Partridge Holme

Cumbria

Partridge Holme

Ref: S3502

Reviews 26

2
4
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere both provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants, plus boat trips are available from Bowness to Ambleside, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter’s ‘Hill Top House’ at Sawrey. Orrest Head, where...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Hazel Cottage

Cumbria

Hazel Cottage

Ref: S72746

Reviews 30

2
4
The small village of Backbarrow sits by the banks of the River Leven and the southern tip of Lake Windermere. The famous Haverthwaite Steam Railway runs close by the village between Haverthwaite and Lakeside. Enjoy magnificent views across...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - The Whins

Cumbria

The Whins

Ref: S1040323

Reviews 21

2
4
Bowness and Windermere, the twin towns, are both vibrant, fun-filled villages located in the stunning surroundings of the Lake District. Both towns include a variety of services, shops, and restaurants to suit all interests, with the added bonus...

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - 2 Bed Cottage in Cockermouth

Cumbria

2 Bed Cottage in Cockermouth

Ref: S421353

2
4
Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms – 1 king, 1 twin (adult-size bunk beds) - 1 bathroom with walk in shower and WC - Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, small freezer, dishwasher - Gas central heating - Shared washing...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Knotts Farmhouse

Cumbria

Knotts Farmhouse

Ref: S282840

Reviews 26

5
8
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - William Court Cottage

Cumbria

William Court Cottage

Ref: S3365

Reviews 41

2
4
Irton Hall sits at the foothills of the Western fells and is situated amongst breathtaking lakeland countryside. Irton Hall lies just a couple of miles from Santon Bridge and Eskdale Green and is steeped in history with Oliver Cromwell and Henry...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Dancing Beck Cottage

Cumbria

Dancing Beck Cottage

Ref: S282984

Reviews 20

4
6
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf,...

Check for price

View

2
  • Last Minute Cottages - Ravenscroft

Cumbria

Ravenscroft

Ref: S281753

Reviews 33

4
8
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

Check for price

View

2
  • Last Minute Cottages - Copper Beech Cottage

Cumbria

Copper Beech Cottage

Ref: S4270

Reviews 57

2
4
Torver sits amidst some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery. It’s known locally as a starting point for exploring the local fells and the Duddon Valley and offers a superb base for exploring nearby Hawkshead, Ambleside and Windermere.

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - The Shippen

Cumbria

The Shippen

Ref: S39370

Reviews 100

1
2
Crosslands is a small hamlet in the Rusland Valley, just a couple of miles from the Grizedale Visitor Centre and six miles from the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park. There is superb walking, cycling and mountain biking...

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - Ees Wyke Studio

Cumbria

Ees Wyke Studio

Ref: S72992

Reviews 52

1
2
A cosy, semi-detached studio cottage located in the hamlet of Near Sawrey, two miles from Hawkshead in the beautiful Lake District National Park. The cottage is perfectly appointed to provide studio accommodation for couples to explore this...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Ginger &amp; Pickles

Cumbria

Ginger &amp; Pickles

Ref: S526500

Reviews 35

1
2
Bowness and Windermere are vibrant, fun-filled Lake District towns. Both towns offer a variety of amenities, shops, and restaurants, but Ambleside offers a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Lily

Cumbria

Lily

Ref: S1018894

1
2
A historic market town with a fine reputation for shopping, Kendal nestles on the banks of the River Kent and is known as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes. Its old cobbled lanes and byways branch off the attractive main street, and the stone...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Tulip

Cumbria

Tulip

Ref: S1018895

1
2
A historic market town with a fine reputation for shopping, Kendal nestles on the banks of the River Kent and is known as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes. Its old cobbled lanes and byways branch off the attractive main street, and the stone...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Cedar Nook

Cumbria

Cedar Nook

Ref: S281612

Reviews 65

1
2
The spectacular scenery of the north west Lake District is some of the most stunning and beautiful in the British Isles and sat right in the very heart of it is the small hamlet of Loweswater. Loweswater is nestled between the beautiful North...

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - Jane's Cottage

Cumbria

Jane's Cottage

Ref: S282893

Reviews 33

1
2
Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - 2 Bed Cottage in Coniston

Cumbria

2 Bed Cottage in Coniston

Ref: S229630

2
5
Additional information and rules No dogs allowed - Bedrooms – 1 king-size bedroom with additional single bed and 1 double bedroom - 1 bathroom with walk in shower and WC - Woodburner (Logs available to pre-order per bag. Contact us for...

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - Capella Cottage

Cumbria

Capella Cottage

Ref: S1075468

2
4
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf,...

Check for price

View

2
  • Last Minute Cottages - Tarn Hows

Cumbria

Tarn Hows

Ref: S218352

Reviews 19

4
8
Windermere is a wonderful base from which to explore Cumbria, consisting of the twin towns of Bowness and Windermere, it's an extremely popular location for a holiday in the Lake District. Both of the towns hold a wide range of shops and eateries,...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - The Hayloft

Cumbria

The Hayloft

Ref: S100868

Reviews 38

2
4
The Hayloft is part of a beautiful traditional Lakeland stone barn conversion, with slate flagstone floors and original beams, nestled within an award winning development in the South Lakes village of Lindale, a perfect place to cast aside the...

Check for price

View

2
  • Last Minute Cottages - Glebe Holme

Cumbria

Glebe Holme

Ref: S283035

Reviews 28

3
6
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

Check for price

View

  • Last Minute Cottages - Brimbles

Cumbria

Brimbles

Ref: S283003

Reviews 22

2
4
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf,...

Check for price

View

1
  • Last Minute Cottages - Greystones

Cumbria

Greystones

Ref: S281696

Reviews 24

3
6
Set between the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water rests the peaceful village of Satterthwaite. Enjoying a picturesque location, the village is surrounded by the stunning landscape of the Lake District National Park, providing...

Check for price

View
Showing 2137 - 2160 of 3830 properties
Trustpilot

Best price guarantee

No one can beat our prices

✕
Best price guarantee

We partner with the largest cottage providers to offer you over 100,000 properties on one website. Our cottages are professionally managed by these partners and payments are taken by them, but rest assured, by booking via The Snaptrip Family you'll pay the lowest possible price for your trip.

We never charge you more than you would pay booking directly on the partner's site and if you become a Last Minute Cottages member you can save even more. If you find a property priced lower anywhere else on the internet (we’d be amazed if you do), simply email us at marketing@lastminute-cottages.co.uk and we'll refund you the difference.

Biggest range of last-minute accommodation

We connect you to a range of great suppliers with a huge selection of properties. We've done the research, so that you don't have to.

View properties

We get you the lowest price

We help you to complete your booking whilst giving you discounts, member only prices and our best price guarantee.

Become a member

A marketplace you can trust

We connect you with the best professionally managed properties and our marketing leading customer services can help you every step of the way.

Start your journey

Lake District Destinations

Search Lake District cottages by features

Search other Lake District property types

✕

Become a Last Minute Cottages member for free and enjoy exclusive pricing, deals and last-minute discounts on thousands of properties.

Login to see

  • Discounts exclusive to members
  • Save & share your favourite properties
  • See your previously viewed properties

Sign up to see

Login to see

  • Discounts exclusive to members
  • Save & share your favourite properties
  • See your previously viewed properties

Did you mean {{ suggestedEmail }}?

or

Already a member login here

Not a member?

By entering my email address, I agree to Last Minute Cottage's Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and to receive email updates, news, & offers from Last Minute Cottages.

Thank you for joining, member discounts are now available.