Short Breaks in the Lake District

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    Riverbank At Stepping Stones is a delightful cottage settled in Rydal, near Ambleside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1161293)

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    3 nights from £395

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    The Thistles is a charming stone-built holiday cottage with off-road parking in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, in the Lake District National Park. (Ref. 1156012)

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    3 nights from £473

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    Lillibet Cottage is a lovely holiday home resting in Keswick, Cumbria. (Ref. 1160340)

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    3 nights from £472

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    Lavender Cottage, a lovely holiday home nestled in the quaint lakeside village of Coniston in Cumbria. (Ref. 1152215)

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    3 nights from £413

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    Waterfall is a lovely first-floor apartment resting on the outskirts of Ambleside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1160010)

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    3 nights from £552

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    The Arthouse is a sophisticated holiday home resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1159425)

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    3 nights from £960

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    Eller Cottage is a substantial townhouse in Windermere, Cumbria. (Ref. 1157928)

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    3 nights from £727

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    Keldas, a spacious, Victorian, mid-terrace cottage located on a quiet road in Ambleside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1159027)

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    Sweden Bridge Cottage is a delightful cottage located in the village of Ambleside in Cumbria. (Ref. 1156397)

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    Pretty terraced character cottage with a riverside location, in quiet village, with character beams & exposed stone & just 10 minutes from Ullswater. (Ref. 1150541)

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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 in the Lake District, 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 regions 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 short break in the Lake District

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. You'll be spoilt for choice on a Lake District getaway!

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. From romantic cottages for twodog-friendly hideaways and large properties perfect for group escapes, this selection of Lake District short breaks are perfect for anyone needing a little holiday fix! If you’re looking for a weekend away in the Lake District, there’s a variety of cottages with late availability, and why not make the most of your stunning surroundings with a lakeside cottage? Whatever your wants and needs, you're bound to make memories that last a lifetime on a Lake District getaway! 

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