The Lakes was one of the top performing region for the Winter months in 2023 and is still a trending destination for UK staycations all year round.
The Lake District remains one of the top destinations for UK staycations in 2023. Our Staycation Index report has shown that booking a break during 2023 off peak season is 53% cheaper than booking during peak season, making the Lakes an all year round setting for holidaymakers and tops the ranking for destination of choice even through the Winter months.
Solo Travellers on the increase!
32% are looking to travel solo this year rather than with their family or friends, with Keswick in Cumbria leading the way as the number one location for solo travellers
The top 5 most popular locations for May half-term bookings in 2023 and 3 were in Cumbria:
- Weymouth
- Windermere
- Keswick
- Ambleside
- Whitby
The Lakes is really a canine capital of the country! Pet friendly breaks are also on the rise with many families wanting to enjoy their UK holiday with their four legged friend in tow. Luxury amenities continue to be popular with holidaymakers, with bookings for properties with hot tubs up 104% compared to 2022 and 167% compared to 2019.
Why this is great for owners:
The Lakes being a trending destination for 2023 and continuing, shows this is a fantastic opportunity to list a holiday cottage with us. You can take advantage of holidaymakers choosing the Lakes over other regions in the less peak times. Winter months are becoming more popular making it a top staycation destination whilst other regions may only be higher on bookings in the Summer months.
Lakelovers Letting Benefits:
If you choose to grab this opportunity and set up a holiday let, Lakelovers can offer you a wide host of benefits to help boost your property and create bookings.
Having been operating for 40 years our team knows the Lakes inside and out .. (and also vertically considering how many times we’ve been up Scafell Pike!) Our property experts are brimming with knowledge about the Lake District and therefore will be able to advise you accordingly with any queries about the area.
In addition to our local expertise, we also offer:
- Income Projections –> Helping you reach your personal earning goals.
- Hassle Free Management –> Leave everything to us.
- Straight Forward Fees –> Our fee structure is completely transparent.
- Local Offices –> Local offices throughout the Lakes, Windermere, Keswick and Ambleside.
- Competitive Pricing –> Pricing that lines up with demand.
- National Exposure –> We work with large partners that put your property in the spotlight.
Is the Lakes a good choice for a holiday let?
In short… yes. The Lake District is an excellent choice for a holiday letting property, with over 15 million people visiting each year. Lots of these tourists choose the Lakes for their holiday and with the beautiful scenery it’s certainly clear to see why.
Our staycation report for 2023 shows that the Lakes was a strong year. The forecast was shown to see a large footfall in the Winter months in addition to the peak Summer period. Furthermore, as The Lake District is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and being the most visited National Park in England, holiday cottages in the area are ideal for people wanting to enjoy the natural wonder of the Lakes at any time of the year.
In conclusion, by choosing the Lake District as your location for a holiday let you’ll be able to enjoy bookings in Winter and not just rely on the peak Summer period, its an all year round choice for staycation seekers. Take a look at our tips for starting a holiday let to get you started.
Your Next Steps:
Request your FREE owner pack which will provide you with more information and guide you in the right direction. Call us on 015394 88855 or drop us an email on newowners@lakelovers.co.uk and we’ll get right back to you.
*Data taken from our parent company Sykes Holiday Cottages – data from Customer booking report taken on 08/02/2023. Page updated 20/01/2025