Short Breaks in the Lake District

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  • A modern cottage with a stone wall and a gravel driveway with outdoor seating and umbrellas at Heathers Cottage in Dalston
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    Dalston, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
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    Heather's Cottage is an outstanding, detached property in Dalston near Carlisle, Cumbria. (Ref. 1143921)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £765

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  • An outdoor patio area with wooden table and chairs beside a peach colored house with green window frames surrounded by shrubs and trees at High Winder House in Askham
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    Askham, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
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    High Winder House, a beautiful holiday barn set within the Lake District National Park in rural Askham, Cumbria, enjoying games and a woodburning stove. (Ref. 1131721)

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    • Games room

    3 nights from £835

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  • A courtyard with a lawn and garden in front of residential buildings at Lakeside View in Lakeside near Bowness-On-Windermere
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    Lakeside near Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
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    Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1140421)

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    3 nights from £553

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  • A large stone house with multiple windows and chimneys next to a road with directional signs in front of a forested hill
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    Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps10
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    Sunnycroft is a stunning house in the popular town of Keswick, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, a private gym and countryside views to admire. (Ref. 1166426)

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    3 nights from £1010

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  • An exterior view of a stone house with glass balcony and gravel path surrounded by trees and lawn at Birkwray Barn Outgate near Hawkshead
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    Outgate near Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
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    Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. (Ref. 1162435)

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    3 nights from £969

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  • A white two story house with two wooden doors and flower pots at Bettys Mews in Hawkshead
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    Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps3
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    A pleasant, ground floor apartment situated in the village of Hawkshead, Lake District. (Ref. 982345)

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    3 nights from £332

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  • A stone house with wooden windows and a garden with flowers in stone planters at Grayrigg Foot Stable in Grayrigg
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    Grayrigg, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
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    Stunning barn conversion. (Ref. 972379)

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    3 nights from £386

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  • A house surrounded by trees and a pond in the garden at Leathes Head Country House Borrowdale near Keswick
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    Borrowdale near Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps10
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    Leathes Head Country House, resting near Keswick, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, hot tub, games room, and ample off-road parking. (Ref. 1169905)

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    • Electric car charging
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    3 nights from £1946

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  • A stone house with a gravel driveway green lawn and a small stream flowing beside it at Fell View House in Lambrigg near Kendal
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    Lambrigg near Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
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    Fell View House is a beautiful detached holiday home near the town of Kendal in Cumbria with a hot tub, woodburning stove and spacious, enclosed garden. (Ref. 1143601)

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    3 nights from £740

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  • A stone house with a lawn and patio furniture in the backyard at Crooklands Cottage in Crooklands
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    Crooklands, Cumbria & The Lake District
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    A large, semi-detached house resting in Crooklands, Cumbria. (Ref. 1079727)

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    3 nights from £1140

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Pause for a moment and escape the hustle and bustle with a much-needed short break in the Lake District. Whether you’re looking for a mid-week or a weekend break, you’re sure to find the perfect holiday home with Lakelovers.

Why choose a Short Break in the Lake District?

A weekend break in the Lake District gives you the chance to escape the 9-5 and relax amongst some of the region's most picture-perfect surroundings. Fresh air, dramatic scenery and unspoilt landscapes are at the heart of the Lake District, and these Lake District short break cottages are geared up to make your experience effortless and comfortable. With some holiday homes boasting lakeside locations, woodburning stoves, WiFi and pet-friendly living, there’s nowhere better for a short getaway than one of these mini breaks in the Lake District.

Places to Visit during your Lake District Short Break

Renowned as England’s favourite national park, there’s an abundance of exciting things to see and do during a stay in a Lake District short break cottage.

Get some fresh air and immerse yourself in the great outdoors of the Grizedale Forest or the Eastern Fells, or visit the home of famed English poet, William Wordsworth, in Grasmere. Set sail with a boat trip upon the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere, travelling between the towns of Bowness and Ambleside. If retail therapy is what you’re looking for, there’s a range of boutiques and artisans to choose from in Keswick, where you can have a go at taking on the popular Catbells trail or explore the ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle. You'll be spoilt for choice on a Lake District getaway!

Other Popular Destinations near Lake District Getaways:

Ambleside

Coniston

Hawkshead

Near & Far Sawrey

Newby Bridge

Ullswater

Types of Lake District Short Breaks

Whether you’re looking for a 2, 3 or 4-night break, there’s a collection of wonderful holiday homes to choose from, including this selection of short breaks in Windermere. 

Whether you're looking for a cottage with an open fire, lodge with a swimming pool, or a Windermere cottage with a hot tub, Lakelovers has something for everyone. Why not bring the whole family along to join the fun with a pet-friendly cottage? Or take a look at glamping pods in Windermere which are a great choice for adventure lovers! Or choose a property with plenty of space with a large holiday cottage. 

Still considering other options? Then take a look at this collection of cottages near pubs, cottages for family holidays, farm stays, spa breaks, cottages with hot tubs, luxury cottages, cottages for last-minute getaways, cottages for romantic breaks, rural cottages and cottages for short breaks too.

Or, if you're after something truly special, then be sure to check out these unique cottages in Lake District and the Lake District holiday apartments as well.

Fancy a getaway in the Lake District? Book one of these fabulous Lake District short breaks today and start planning your Lakeland adventure!

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