October Half Term Holidays in the Lake District

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  • A stone house with a driveway a wooden fence and hanging flower baskets at The Granary in Allerby near Allonby
    36
    Allerby near Allonby, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    A beautiful barn conversion set in the hamlet of Allerby, Cumbria. (Ref. 1135700)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £497

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  • A living room with two sofas a television and an ottoman at Beckside in Ambleside
    17
    Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    A welcoming bungalow resting in the lovely town of Ambleside in the Lake District. (Ref. 1042725)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £552

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  • A two story house with white walls and brown windows with a gravel driveway and hedge at Ash Gill Cottage in Torver
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    35
    Torver, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    This charming, three-bedroom cottage rests in Torver, Cumbria. (Ref. 1129905)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    • £19 off - Fri 7th Nov to 14th Nov 2025

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    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £630

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  • A stone cottage with a green door and garden path at White House in Shap
    46
    Shap, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    A charming, two-bedroom cottage resting in Keld near Shap, Cumbria. (Ref. 1119499)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £455

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  • A street view of a white two-story house with blue window trims a chimney and a stone wall beside it in Caldbeck
    20
    Caldbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    A charming cottage nestled in the village of Caldbeck found within the Lake District National Park, just 9 miles from Bassenthwaite. (Ref. 1061080)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Thu 30th Oct £399

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  • A paved walkway leading to a house with a garden bed of flowers and a welcome sign with two decorative chickens at How Hill Farm Cottage in Greystoke
    35
    Greystoke, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.6★

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    A delightful cottage settled on a picturesque farm in Hutton Roof, near Greystoke, Penrith. (Ref. 1122690)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £572

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  • An exterior view of a white house with a black door a hot tub and a small fenced backyard at Snowdrop Cottage in Aldingham
    13
    Aldingham, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsYes

      4.2★

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    A superb ground-floor apartment within a wonderfully renovated property, near to the village of Aldingham. (Ref. 916663)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Thu 30th Oct £557

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  • A sitting room with a leather sofa and armchair a small table with chairs a fireplace and a television at The Bowery in Ambleside
    24
    Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    Boutique apartment. (Ref. 1042241)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £654

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  • A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, cushions, bedside lamps, a small mirror, and a tray with cups and a plant at The Wonky Burrow in Bowness-On-Windermere
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    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsYes

      4.6★

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    The Wonky Burrow is a stylish, lower-ground-floor apartment nestled in the outskirts of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. (Ref. 1141446)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £499

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  • A white two-story house with a slate roof and two wooden benches on a lawn at Low Melbecks House in Bassenthwaite near Keswick
    45
    Bassenthwaite near Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

      4.6★

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    This detached property rests in Bassenthwaite, Cumbria within the Lake District National Park. (Ref. 1024591)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Games room

    3 nights from Wed 29th Oct £1050

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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

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