Short Breaks in the Lake District

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  • A black wooden house with solar panels on the roof surrounded by grass and trees at Kolbeh Water Yeat near Coniston
    71
    Water Yeat near Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    Kolbeh is a stylish detached house in Water Yeat, Cumbria, near Coniston Water, boasting a freestanding bath, an open-plan layout and a highchair. (Ref. 1162359)

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

    3 nights from £843

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  • A patio with a round glass table and wicker chairs outside a white building with glass doors at The Bolt Hole in Kendal
    New property
    31
    Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    The Bolt Hole is a single-storey gem of an apartment settled at the heart of Kendal, Cumbria, resting on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park. (Ref. 1171696)

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

    3 nights from £480

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  • A house with yellow and green doors and garden at 28 Rock Villas in Carnforth
    New property
    74
    Silverdale, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

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    28 Rock Villas is a charming, pet-friendly holiday home resting in the peaceful little village of Silverdale in Lancashire, set over three floors. (Ref. 1163677)

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    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £424

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  • A stone building with blue signs and shop windows on a street corner surrounded by trees at Shepherd's Crook in Grasmere
    25
    Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    A unique four bedroomed maisonette situated in the heart of Grasmere, Over three floors. (Ref. 946739)

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    3 nights from £810

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  • A walkway leading to a brick building with a glass conservatory and outdoor seating at Millwood Lodge in Barrow-In-Furness
    57
    Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsYes

      4.7★

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    A remarkable six-bedroom holiday home nestled in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. (Ref. 1085583)

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

    3 nights from £1208

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  • A wooden cabin with a deck and outdoor furniture beside a lake with other similar cabins nearby at Otters Reach near Carnforth
    34
    near Carnforth, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    Otters Reach is a gorgeous, single-storey lodge located on the outskirts of Carnforth in Lancashire, boasting lake views, an electric fire, and a Smart TV. (Ref. 1167827)

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    3 nights from £410

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  • A residential street with two brick houses and hedges along the sidewalk at 4 Centurion Rise in Penrith
    53
    Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

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    4 Centurion Rise is a delightful, detached house located in the town of Penrith in Cumbria, boasting a Smart TV, countryside views, and off-road parking. (Ref. 1168555)

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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £630

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  • A courtyard with a lawn and garden in front of residential buildings at Lakeside View in Lakeside near Bowness-On-Windermere
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    Lakeside near Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. (Ref. 1140421)

    • Wi-fi
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £553

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  • A wooden lodge with a deck and stairs surrounded by gravel and grass with trees nearby at Robins Lodge in White Cross Bay near Troutbeck Bridge
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    46
    White Cross Bay near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    Robin's Lodge is a beautiful, single-storey, contemporary, detached lodge located on White Cross Bay, Cumbria. (Ref. 1174778)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Swimming pool
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from £552

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  • A wooden cabin with a fenced deck and gravel driveway surrounded by trees at Water's Reach White Cross Bay Holiday Park near Troutbeck Bridge
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    25
    White Cross Bay Holiday Park near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      4.7★

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    Fiendsdale is a lovely, pet-friendly lodge resting near a beach at the White Cross Bay Holiday Park in Cumbria, with an electric fire and open-plan living. (Ref. 1172323)

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    • Swimming pool
    • Ground floor bedroom
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    3 nights from £592

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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: 

Bassenthwaite 

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. 

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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