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Plenty to enjoy in the Lake District now the nights are getting lighter...

21 March 2012
The good weather continues! It’s good to get out and about and dust off those winter cobwebs! N...More >

Things to do on rainy day in the Lake District

28 February 2012
While we wait for the rain to pass and summer to arrive there is still plenty to do and many reasons...More >

Valentine's Day in the Lake District

10 February 2012
We thought we should compile a few hint's and tip's to help all the love birds enjoying Valentine's...More >

Five Star Cottages

Five star self catering holiday accommodation in the Lake District

If you are looking for five star self catering in the Lake District, Lakelovers offer a wide selection of hand-picked properties from 5 star gold award cottages to luxury 5 star holiday rentals. Our Lake District cottage holidays offer home-from-home comfort, allowing you a relaxed space to spend your Lake District cottage holiday.

Not what you were looking for? View all available Lake District Cottages.

Crag Head Cottage

Ambleside

This charismatic and distinctly luxurious Lakeland cottage is a worthy winner of the Cumbria Tourist Board Gold Award. Believed to be over 400 years old, Crag Head Cottage has a divine location within... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £495 to £1095

Valentine Cottage

Ambleside

True to its name this charming, charismatic 5 Star Cottage is a romantic hideaway like no other. The interior has been designed for couples who want their time together at home to be as special as the... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £395 to £725

The Gallery

Ambleside

Lovingly converted from an old coach house, this fabulous 5 star studio apartment enjoys stunning view towards Lake Windermere. The Gallery is found in a peaceful, pretty location at the head of a pri... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star gold rated property
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £345 to £595

Blencathra

Ambleside

Blencathra, Ambleside offers some of the most luxury holiday accomodation that the Lake District has to offer.  Located within 50 acres of private grounds on the shores of Lake Windermere, Blenca... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £725 to £1270

Fairfield

Ambleside

This luxury Lake District apartment isn't just a decadent dream inside; Fairfield lies within Lake Windermere's prestigious Pullwood Bay residence, dating back to 1891. The impressive country house st... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £565 to £1135

Great Gable

Ambleside

In a sublime location on the shores of Lake Windermere, this luxury self-catering apartment is part of the impressive Pullwood Bay gentleman's residence. The building dates back to 1891, and stands in... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £800 to £1650

Kelbarrow

Grasmere

With perhaps the finest view in the Lakes, over Grasmere Water to the fells beyond, this elegant 5 star holiday home is part of a magnificently converted Lakeland residence just a pleasant stroll from... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £595 to £1295

Potter Cottage

Hawkshead

Any modern day Beatrix Potter would be inspired by this romantic 5 star cottage apartment, surrounded by elegant English country gardens in the sleepy hamlet of Near Sawrey. Potter Cottage forms part... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £335 to £575

Grey Crag Barn

Grasmere

With a wonderful dual aspect outlook to lake, village and fells, this luxurious barn conversion stands on the edge of Grasmere village at the heart of the Lakes. Retaining distinctive original feature... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £625 to £1350

Pudding Cottage

Ambleside

Pudding Cottage is atmospherically set in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District with the lovely towns of Ambleside and Windermere within a few minutes' drive. The cottage is tucked away up a far... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star gold rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £495 to £1250

Loughrigg - Pullwood Bay

Ambleside

The setting is sublime and this sumptuous Lakeland hideaway is quite simply luxurious in every sense of the word. Loughrigg is within this magnificent Pullwood Bay Gentleman's residence built in 1891... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £800 to £1650

Low Brow Barn

Ambleside

This unique 17th century barn conversion forms a fabulous 5 star retreat, perfect for two couples or families with older children. The property backs onto Wansfell, only a few minutes stroll from the... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £475 to £950

Wansfell

Ambleside

The setting is sublime and this sumptuous Lakeland hideaway is quite simply luxurious in every sense of the word. Wansfell is within this magnificent Pullwood Bay Gentleman's residence built in 1891 c... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £900 to £1840

Bowfell

Ambleside

In one of the Lake District's most coveted lake shore locations, Bowfell is a luxurious 2 bedroom self-catering apartment within the prestigious Pullwood Bay gentleman's residence. Dating back to 1891... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £725 to £1270

Buttermere

Ambleside

The setting is sublime and this sumptuous Lakeland hideaway is quite simply luxurious in every sense of the word. Buttermere is within this magnificent Pullwood Bay Gentleman's residence built in 1891... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £725 to £1270

Skiddaw

Ambleside

A luxurious 5 star apartment on the shores of Lake Windermere, offering a true taste of Lakeland grandeur in a spectacular setting. Skiddaw is within the Pullwood Bay estate; a magnificent residence b... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £725 to £1270

Wetherlam - pullwood bay

Ambleside

The setting is sublime and this sumptuous Lakeland hideaway is quite simply luxurious in every sense of the word. Wetherlam is within this magnificent Pullwood Bay Gentleman's residence built in 1891... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £925 to £2145

Helvellyn

Ambleside

This 5 star apartment on Lake Windermere's shore occupies one of the most prestigious settings in the Lake District. It's part of the exquisite Pullwood Bay residence, dating back to 1851 and now refu... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £800 to £1650

Kirkstone Height

Ambleside

A luxurious lake shore apartment in perhaps the most prestigious setting in the Lake District. As part of the magnificent Pullwood Bay residence, Kirkstone Height provides a decadent retreat for one o... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £800 to £1650

Chapel How

Ambleside

This unique and luxurious Lake District character cottage forms part of an elegantly converted Grade II listed chapel, in Ambleside's peaceful conservation area. Dating back to 1550, this romantic pro... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £495 to £1195

Waterbarrow

Hawkshead

Hidden near the picturesque hamlet of Near Sawrey, a few miles from Hawkshead, Waterbarrow is an outstanding example of a traditional residence given a spectacular new lease of life. A unique and subl... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Friday
Pets: Yes
Parking: Yes
Price: £695 to £1650

Bowfell Cottage

Bowness

Fall in love! Peaceful yet central with private parking, oozing Lakeland character yet refurbished to the height of modern luxury, Bowfell Cottage is a gem of a Lake District holiday cottage only a tw... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £520 to £995

Wyke Bay

Ambleside

Wow - what a find! Wyke Bay is simply breathtaking in every way, architect designed water's edge Lake District 5 star luxury in a wonderful secluded setting. This is a place fit for any Hollywood star... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Start Day: Friday
Pets: Yes
Parking: Yes
Price: £1895 to £3920

Stone Arthur Cottage

Grasmere

If you're looking for a true Lakeland character property in a world-renowned location, at the heart of the Lakes and immersed in the landscapes that have inspired artists and poets for hundreds of yea... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star gold rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £595 to £1500

Aspland Place

Hawkshead

This magnificent, artist-inspired apartment takes pride of place on the ground floor of an exquisite country residence, built in 1848 for the artist TL Aspland (who famously illustrated the Lake Distr... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £475 to £725

Ralston

Ambleside

This boutique luxury cottage, in a peaceful corner of Ambleside, has plenty of eclectic treats in store. Within the traditional Lakeland stone exterior, you'll find breathtakingly contemporary living... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £565 to £1200

The Boathouse

Ambleside

Where in the Lake District is there better to be than on Lake Windermere in your very own luxury boathouse.  The setting is sublime and the views simply breathtaking in every way, this is a place... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Friday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £1090 to £3205

Lowtherwood

Ambleside

The height of Lake District luxury, with breathtaking views over Lake Windermere and a prestigious location on the edges of cosmopolitan Ambleside village. Relax together in outstanding living space,... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star gold rated property
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: Yes
Parking: Yes
Price: £1650 to £3750

Idle Mill 1

Ambleside

Contemporary Ambleside living at its finest; classy, convenient, 5 star luxurious and boasting enviable views from rooms and balcony. Idle Mill is a handsome Lakeland stone mill building, adjoining th... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £495 to £995

Idle Mill 2

Ambleside

5 star Ambleside accommodation at its finest and most fabulous, with penthouse views from rooms and viewing balcony. Idle Mill is a traditional mill building, displaying a handsome combination of Lake... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Start Day: Saturday
Pets: No
Parking: Yes
Price: £495 to £995

Bracken Ground

Coniston

Just south of Coniston you'll find both luxurious retreat and nature-lovers' paradise; perfect for family and friendly gatherings in this spectacular area of the Lake District.Almost a year was spent&... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Start Day: Friday
Pets: Yes
Parking: Yes
Price: £1495 to £2995

Waterside

Bowness

What a magical find - we fell in love with this detached contemporary Lakeland treat, which nestles in a secluded sublime country setting overlooking a private tarn.  If searching for somewhere s... View Property >

VisitEngland 5 star rated property
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Start Day: Friday
Pets: Yes
Parking: Yes
Price: £595 to £1450