Waterside Cottages in the Lake District

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  • Horse and Farrier Barn - 1134934 - photo 1
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    Newton in Cartmel near Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps9
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    Horse and Farrier Barn is a characterful house, with a garden and parking, located in Newton in Cartmel in Cumbria, near the Lake District National Park. (Ref. 1134934)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    7 nights from £1354

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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

      5.0★

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

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

    • 10% off - Wed 4th Feb to 30th Apr 2026

    7 nights from £671

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  • An exterior view of an apartment entrance with stairs at Riverside Park 3 Keswick
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    Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    Riverside Park 3, a welcoming second-floor apartment in Keswick, Cumbria, set within the Lake District National Park with river views and a balcony. (Ref. 1086438)

    • Dishwasher

    7 nights from £774

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  • A row of stone and brick houses with bay windows and a small garden with flowers at Heatherlea in Keswick
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    Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

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    Heatherlea, an end-of-terrace townhouse nestled in the town centre of Keswick, Cumbria. (Ref. 1137429)

    • Wi-fi
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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from £957

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  • Stone terraced houses with white doors and red tree in front at Hannah's Cottage in Bowness-On-Windermere
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    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
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    Hannah's Cottage is a delightful terraced house resting in the town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. (Ref. 1126710)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from £710

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  • The exterior of a white multi-story building with outdoor stairs a parking lot and benches at Oak View in Keswick
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    Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsNo

      4.7★

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    A lovely second-floor apartment sitting at the centre of Keswick, Lake District. (Ref. 1058443)

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    7 nights from £427

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  • The front exterior of a stone house with a green door a bay window a stone patio and a small fenced garden area at Roselea in Keswick
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    Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
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      4.9★

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    A lovely terraced cottage situated in the village of Keswick in the Lake District. (Ref. 977956)

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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from £732

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  • A wooden cabin with a fenced wooden deck and grassy area at 25 Sherwood in South Lakeland Leisure Village
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    South Lakeland Leisure Village, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    A marvellous Scandinavian-style lodge nestled on the sought-after site of South Lakeland Leisure Village. (Ref. 1082091)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom

    7 nights from £450

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  • A pathway leading to a building surrounded by greenery at Beech - Woodland Cottages in Bowness-on-Windermere
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    Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    A lovely Lakeland cottage with hot tub located in a very special location, close to Lake Windermere. (Ref. 942520)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
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    • Baby-friendly

    • 5% off - Mon 20th Apr to 22nd May 2026

    7 nights from £1383

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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

    7 nights from £5999

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Soak in your serene surroundings as you enjoy a much-needed escape to one of these waterside cottages in the Lake District.

Why choose one of these waterside cottages in the Lake District?

Home to 16 glistening lakes and countless bodies of water, these waterside cottages in the Lake District are a truly wonderful way to experience the delights of our region. Imagine indulging in a brew on a chilly morning, taking in the awe-inspiring view across the pristine water. Or even better, at the end of a tiring day of adventure, unwind with a backdrop of serene natural beauty, where stars reflect in the mirror-like surface. These waterside holiday cottages in the Lake District provide an idyllic spot to enjoy a getaway in England’s favourite National Park, where you’ll find lakes, fells, sleepy villages, and vast countryside at your fingertips.

Places to book waterside accommodation in the Lake District

Lakelovers boasts a wide range of waterfront lodges in the Lake District, idyllically positioned in some of the regions most sought-after locations. The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere find themselves on the shores of Lake Windermere, each brimming with exciting amenities and attractions, whilst the quieter alternative, Lakeside, sits across the water on the southern edge. The glistening shores of Buttermere, Coniston and Ullswater sit further afield, away from the hustle and bustle of the popular alternatives. Wherever you plan on booking one of these wonderful waterside holiday cottages in the Lake District, you can be assured picture-perfect surroundings and a much-needed escape from reality.

Types of holidays

Along with a charming collection of waterfront Lake District lodges and cottages, you’ll find a large variety of accommodation available on Lakelovers, sure to offer something to suit your needs. Fancy bringing your four-legged friend along? Browse this collection of dog-friendly cottages, or prefer something without pets? There’s a choice of pet-free cottages to choose from too! If you’re looking for something extra-special, these luxury cottages and cottages with hot tubs are the perfect choice, or why not whisk your better half away on an intimate escape for two in one of these romantic holiday cottages?

Positioned amongst some of the most awe-inspiring locations, a truly memorable retreat awaits at these waterside cottages in the Lake District.

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