Short Breaks in the Lake District

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  • A house with a stone garage by a river and trees at Riverside Torver near Coniston
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    Torver near Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
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    Beautifully appointed, ground floor, detached cottage, overlooking Torver Beck, near Coniston Water. (Ref. 922436)

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

    3 nights from €783

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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
    • Sleeps12
    • Bedrooms6
    • PetsNo

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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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    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    3 nights from €4772

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  • A driveway with potted plants in front of a white house with a tiled roof and a garage at Oaklea in Keswick
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    Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms3
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      4.6★

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    This delightful, three-bedroom home rests in Keswick, Cumbria. (Ref. 1135622)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €578

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  • A single story house with three windows a door and a gravel driveway at Sunny Hill in Great Strickland near Penrith
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    Great Strickland near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    Charming, single-storey, detached cottage in Great Strickland. (Ref. 986584)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • €91 off - Sat 8th Nov to 15th Nov 2025

    3 nights from €380

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  • A large stone mansion surrounded by trees and hills at The Emma Suite Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston
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    Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    A spacious, second-floor apartment sitting in the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion, Ulverston, Cumbria. (Ref. 1050478)

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    3 nights from €652

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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 €441

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  • An exterior view of a stone house with glass balcony and gravel path surrounded by trees and lawn at Birkwray Barn Outgate near Hawkshead
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    Outgate near Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
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    Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. (Ref. 1162435)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €1106

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  • A modern house with large windows behind a stone wall and grass with trees in the background at Driftwood Cottage in Ulverston
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    Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Driftwood Cottage is a stunning holiday home in Baycliff near Ulverston, Lancashire. (Ref. 1160332)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from €1041

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  • Stone house with white doors and windows gravel pathway stone steps and bench at Roger Pot in Garsdale near Sedbergh
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    Garsdale near Sedbergh, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
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    A beautiful, detached house resting in the countryside of Garsdale near Sedbergh, Cumbria. (Ref. 1131260)

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    3 nights from €562

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  • A small house with a wooden deck and glass railing surrounded by grass and gravel at A and C Lodge-Plot 21 in Armathwaite
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    Armathwaite, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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      4.7★

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    A And C Lodge is a delightful lodge settled into Hesket Caravan Park near Armathwaite, Cumbria. (Ref. 1150253)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
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    3 nights from €549

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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. 

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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