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Short Breaks in the Lake District

1,474 properties found

A garden patio with wooden bench chiminea orange chairs stone steps and trimmed hedges at Fellcroft in Troutbeck

Fellcroft

Troutbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£438

An outdoor view of a stone house with a patio and garden at The Gallery in Windermere
New

The Gallery

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£440

Two white doors and four windows on a stone cottage with plants in front at Beck Steps 1 in Grasmere

Beck Steps 1

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£499

A living room with a gray sofa, a black chair, a small table, wall art, and a large window showing a stone building at Silver Howe in Grasmere

Silver Howe

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£462

An outdoor seating area with a dog and table at 2 Bakers Yard
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2 Bakers Yard

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£474

A lake surrounded by mountains and trees at Flat 4 Grasmere Lodge Ambleside
New

Dunmail Raise, Grasmere Lodge

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£423

A view of a lake surrounded by trees and hills with a stone building on the left at Helm Crag in Grasmere

Helm Crag

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£517

A stone cottage with wooden doors and chairs on a lawn surrounded by green trees at Dovecot Cottage in Grasmere

Dovecot Cottage

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£396

An outdoor seating area with a metal table and two chairs on a wooden deck overlooking a grassy area with trees at Fir Howe in Skelwith

Fir Howe

Skelwith, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£377

A stone building with a blue door and large window with outdoor seating and plants at The Coach House Ambleside

The Coach House

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£557

Exterior view of a stone and white painted house with windows and a black door next to greenery at Ramblers Roost in Grasmere

Ramblers Roost

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£392

A stone house with multiple windows surrounded by grass and trees at Easedale in Grasmere

Easedale

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£392

An outdoor area with chairs and a sign at Juniper Hayloft in Ambleside

Juniper Hayloft

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£472

A vacation lodge with a wooden fence at Bella's Retreat in 19 Pony Meadow, White Cross Bay near Windermere
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Bella's Retreat

19 Pony Meadow, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£582

The exterior of a building with large windows and patio doors opening to a garden with plants and a paved path at Pavey Ark in Ambleside

Pavey Ark

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£439

A paved driveway with potted plants outside a two-story white house with two dormer windows and glass doors at Stonegarth Mews in Grasmere

Stonegarth Mews

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£532

A house with a garden and driveway at White Gables Ambleside
New

White Gables

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£760

An exterior view of a stone and white plaster house with multiple windows surrounded by plants at High Fold in Troutbeck

High Fold

Troutbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£393

A stone house with a patio area containing a table and chairs and potted plants at Wheatlands Cottage in Windermere

Wheatlands Cottage

Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£817

An outdoor area with stairs and plants at Hidden Gem

Hidden Gem

Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£380

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

If you're still unsure of where to stay, there are plenty of short breaks acros North West to browse too.

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

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, cheap Lake District 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, these remote stays and these 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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