Short Breaks in the Lake District

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  • White exterior of a house with a black door pathway and green shrubs at Ellerbeck Bridge Underbarrow near Kendal
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    Underbarrow near Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
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    This semi-detached Lakeland house is nestled in the village of Underbarrow, near Kendal, in the Lake District National Park. (Ref. 1013090)

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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from €785

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  • A white house with a glass balcony and garden surrounded by shrubs and grass at Scarsdale in Crosthwaite
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    Crosthwaite, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    Immaculately presented, detached property in the centre of Crosthwaite in the Lyth Valley, Lake District. (Ref. 1064507)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €1130

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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
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

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    Stunning barn conversion. (Ref. 972379)

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    3 nights from €445

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  • A stone pathway with stairs leading to a wooden door surrounded by stone walls and plants at The Hay Loft in New Hutton near Kendal
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    New Hutton near Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps3
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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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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €450

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  • A wooden cabin with a fenced deck and gravel driveway surrounded by trees at Fern Lodge in Allithwaite near Cartmel
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    Allithwaite near Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
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    A fabulous, detached lodge resting in Allithwaite near Cartmel, Cumbria. (Ref. 1128250)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €575

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  • A wooden deck with glass railing and outdoor seating next to a house with green siding at Solway Cottage in Bowness-on-Solway near Wigton
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    Bowness-on-Solway near Wigton, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
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      4.9★

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    Superb, detached coastal cottage on the stunning Solway Firth in Bowness-on-Solway. (Ref. 911744)

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    3 nights from €481

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  • An exterior view of a stone and white house with grey doors and a small fenced garden area at Coney Garth Retreat in Beckermet
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    Beckermet, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
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    Semi-detached barn conversion located in the quiet village of Beckermet on the West Coast of Cumbria. (Ref. 980465)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €616

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  • A stone house with multiple windows and doors next to a stream surrounded by trees at The Old Water Mill in Kendal
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    Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
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    An exceptional, detached holiday retreat on the outskirts of Kendal. (Ref. 1066269)

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    3 nights from €1297

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  • A stone entrance with a blue door and a wooden post supporting a roof at Macaw Cottages No 4A in Kirkby Stephen
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    Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria & The Lake District
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    A superb reverse-level cottage set in the centre of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. (Ref. 1059544)

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    3 nights from €432

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  • A cabin with a deck and gravel area at Elm Lodge in Ulverston
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    Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
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    Modern, detached lodge, 3 miles from the Cumbrian market town of Ulverston. (Ref. 958692)

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    3 nights from €636

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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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