October Half Term Holidays in the Lake District

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    A lovely second-floor apartment sitting at the centre of Keswick, Lake District. (Ref. 1058443)

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    3 nights from Tue 27th Oct £369

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    A wonderful penthouse apartment settled in the heart of Arnside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1061703)

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    3 nights from Mon 26th Oct £668

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    Dalegarth Hall Farm Cottage 2 is a delightful holiday home situated in Boot, Eskdale, a quaint parish in Cumbria. (Ref. 1135822)

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    3 nights from Tue 27th Oct £576

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    Hillhead is a welcoming house within the Lake District National Park, in the town of Ambleside, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove and a balcony. (Ref. 1041531)

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    3 nights from Thu 29th Oct £802

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    Modern detached house midway between Keswick and Ullswater.Lovely views and gardne. (Ref. 1061490)

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    3 nights from Thu 29th Oct £649

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    Stunning barn conversion. (Ref. 972379)

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    3 nights from Thu 29th Oct £386

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    Cherry Croft is a charming, detached bungalow resting rurally in Bowness-on-Solway nr Kirkbride, Cumbria. (Ref. 1145565)

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    3 nights from Fri 30th Oct was £485 £376

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    Plot 35, a charming, single-storey lodge, rests on the outskirts of High Hesket near Armathwaite in Cumbria, with an open plan and near a National Park. (Ref. 1161016)

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    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct £416

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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 Thu 29th Oct £564

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    A charming, two-bedroom barn conversion located in a quiet valley in New Hutton near Kendal, Cumbria. (Ref. 1130226)

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    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct £391

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With open moorland, glistening waters and family-friendly attractions in abundance, these October Half Term cottages in the Lake District are perfect for a getaway with the little ones this Autumn!

Why choose an October half term holiday in the Lake District?

The kids are off, Summer is long gone and you’re in desperate need of a getaway. We’ve got you covered with this wonderful collection of October half term cottages in the Lake District. Where better to whisk the little ones away than the Lake District National Park? As one of the countries most popular natural landscapes, you won’t be short on things to see and do here, whether it be adventuring through the fells, exploring sleepy Lakeland villages, or visiting historic and literary landmarks. These October half term holiday cottages in the Lake District boast cosy living quarters equipped with all the essential amenities, some of which enjoy luxury interiors, bubbling hot tubs and warming woodburning stoves.

Places to visit during an October half term break in the Lake District

With so much to see and do throughout the National Park, you’re sure to be kept busy on an October half term Lake District holiday. Head to the twin towns of Bowness and Windermere, both idyllically positioned on the shores of Lake Windermere. Here you can enjoy a leisurely cruise on the water, enjoy a bite to eat at one of many eateries or peruse the streets for a spot of retail therapy. If you’d prefer to explore the great outdoors, the Grizedale Forest sits nearby, boasting miles of sprawling countryside. There’s also Ullswater, where you’ll find exciting water sports opportunities, and the charming town of Keswick is a must every Thursday and Saturday for the outdoor market.

Types of Holidays

Whatever your preference, you’re sure to find an October half break in the Lake District to suit your wants and needs. Bring your loveable pooch along in one of these dog friendly cottages, or treat the kids to a spot of luxury with a cottage with a hot tub. Take advantage of your stunning surroundings and book a rural cottage, or a holiday cottage with a lake view. And if you don’t have any time to plan ahead, fear not, there’s a selection of last minute cottages available for those spontaneous types!

Make long-lasting memories at one of these October half term cottages in the Lake District