Lake District Estates

About

Lake District Estates is a family-owned business which owns and operates five holiday parks dotted around Cumbria, plus a marina complex not too far from Carnforth in Lancashire. We offer a wide range of self-catering accommodation including lake view apartments, glamping pods, Hive Cabins and S-Pods, cottages, caravans, touring pitches, and an impressive boathouse on the shores of Windermere. We even have holiday homes for sale too. See below for further details.

In addition, we also own some of the Lake District's most loved tourist attractions, the Peter Rabbit and Friends™ shops, the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway, and the award-winning Ullswater ‘Steamers’.

Ullswater Steamers

Ullswater 'Steamers' have been sailing on England’s most beautiful lake for over 160 years. Maintaining one of the largest heritage vessel fleets in the world, visitors are welcomed aboard to experience the beautiful Ullswater landscape from the water. The fleet sails a serpentine course for approximately eight miles through expansive vistas of Lakeland’s highest mountains, including the iconic Helvellyn which crowns Ullswater at the south-western end of the valley.

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

Known affectionately as La’al Ratty meaning little railway in old Cumbrian dialect, the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is one of the oldest and longest narrow gauge railways in England. Our fleet of heritage steam engines journey from Ravenglass, the only coastal village in the Lake District National Park, to its final destination some seven miles up the line at Dalegarth for Boot station. The journey offers spectacular views over the estuaries and rolling hills with England’s highest mountains forming the backdrop. 

Hill of Oaks Lodge & Caravan Park - Windermere

Hill of Oaks is home to a range of lakeside self-catering properties, glamping pods, safari tents, seasonal touring pitches, and holiday homes. With multiple piers and slipways for holidaymakers to launch canoes or paddleboards, on-site shop and cafe, a ferry service to Lakeside, and just a short drive from bustling Bowness-on-Windermere, it's the perfect choice for those in search of both relaxation and adventure.

Find out more about Hill of Oaks: Self-catering | Seasonal Touring | Glamping | Holiday homes for sale

Waterfoot Caravan Park - Ullswater

Just a stone's throw from the shores of Ullswater - arguably England's most beautiful lake, Waterfoot Park offers the perfect base for exploring the best of the northern Lake District. Dog-friendly glamping pods, S-Pods, touring pitches, and self-catering properties, all offering beautiful views of the surrounding fells and featuring everything you need for a relaxing short stay near Ullswater, whatever the season.

Find out more about Waterfoot Park: Self-catering | Touring | Glamping | Holiday Homes for sale

Woodclose Park - Kirkby Lonsdale

Woodclose Park is home to dog-friendly glamping facilities, a self-catering apartment, touring pitches, and holiday homes. Set in an unbeatable location just a ten minute walk to Kirkby Lonsdale, with a range of top attractions and walks on the doorstep and plenty of room for families, it's the perfect choice for those looking to discover everything this beautiful part of the UK has to offer.

Find out more about Woodclose Park: Self-catering | Touring | Glamping | Holiday Homes for sale

Newby Bridge Caravan Park - Windemere

Newby Bridge Caravan Park is set in tranquil woodland, just a short drive from the southern shores of Windermere. This location makes it the ideal base for discovering everything the Lake District has to offer, from superb walking routes to top family-friendly attractions. With a choice of accommodation to choose from, some of which is dog-friendly, you're guaranteed to find your perfect escape.

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Tewitfield Marina - Carnforth

Tewitfield Marina is home to a collection of one, two, three, and four bedroom apartments, many of which are dog-friendly and offer beautiful views of the Lancaster Canal. Offering easy access to Morecambe, Kirkby Lonsdale, and both the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks, the marina is the perfect base for those looking to explore the stunning Cumbrian landscape at their own pace. Open 365 days a year.

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Clea Hall - Caldbeck

Nestled in a quiet and tranquil location, off the beaten track, Clea Hall offers a range of holiday homes for sale, all of which have electricity, mains water and drainage. There's a no sub-letting policy in place which means you'll have peace of mind of always knowing your neighbours. On-site, you'll find the Tavern Bar offering a welcoming space in which to spend time with friends and family, or getting to know the Clea Hall community. 

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