Short Breaks in the Lake District

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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
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms5
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    A large, semi-detached house resting in Crooklands, Cumbria. (Ref. 1079727)

    • Wi-fi
    • Hot Tub
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £1172

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  • A stone exterior of a house with outdoor dining table and chairs and garden pathway at Bank Hurst Coach House in Ulverston
    36
    Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
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    A breathtaking barn conversion on the outskirts of Ulverston. (Ref. 1091116)

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    3 nights from £482

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  • An outdoor seating area with a glass table and wicker chairs by a river near a stone bridge at Beckside Cottage in Penrith
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    Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms2
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    Beckside Cottage is a stylish, pet-friendly terraced holiday cottage situated in the lovely town of Penrith in Cumbria with lovely en-suite bedrooms. (Ref. 1172486)

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    3 nights from £498

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  • A wooden patio with table and chairs next to an open door to a living area at Little Heaning in Cartmel
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    Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
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    A contemporary, one-bedroom pod, set in Cartmel, near Grange-Over-Sands, in Cumbria. (Ref. 1107472)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from £607

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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 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
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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)

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    3 nights from £472

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  • A rocky shoreline with a white building on the right and a sailboat on the left at Waterside in Ravenglass
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    Ravenglass, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps5
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    A delightful coastal holiday home resting in Ravenglass, Cumbria. (Ref. 1007857)

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    3 nights from £497

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  • A detached house with tiled roof a paved walkway and garden at Cherry Croft in Bowness-On-Solway
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    Bowness-On-Solway, Cumbria & The Lake District
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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 £376

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  • A stone house with large windows and a paved pathway at Landower House in Ambleside
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    Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
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    Superb contemporary Lakeland home. (Ref. 1053392)

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    3 nights from £1059

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  • A house with large windows and peaked roofs illuminated at dusk with trees and stone wall in front at The Ridge in Bowness-On-Windermere
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    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
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    Ridge House is a luxury, three-storey house overlooking Lake Windermere near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting a cinema, games room, and boathouse. (Ref. 1165746)

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    3 nights from £4322

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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 and cheap short breaks in the Lake District. 

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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