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Be at home away from home. The self-catering option offers the ultimate freedom and one of the best ways to enjoy a break in the beautiful Lake District, Cumbria. You want to get away from it all, but fancy taking some of your home comforts with you.
A Self-catering trip is perfect for the family or an extended family celebration with kids, the parents, the grandparents, the in-laws, the distant aunties and second cousin twice removed. Enjoy a home-cooked family meal in the most beautiful surroundings here in the Lake District, Cumbria.
Self-Catering can also be the most cost-effective way to enjoy a break in the area. Avoid the pressure of booking somewhere to dine each evening, instead head to the local supermarket, fill your cupboards with the best local produce and eat what you want when you want. If you don’t fancy cooking one evening, order a take-away delivered direct to your door.
If you fancy a lie-in, after all you are on holiday, there is no need to worry about missing breakfast. Cook your own hearty start to the day whenever you choose.
In Cumbria, you’ll find a simply massive selection of self-catering accommodation in all styles and sizes – from rustic Lake District cottages perfect for a quiet getaway for two, lakeland lodges to build memories with the kids, to chic contemporary city-centre apartments for that shopping getaway. Bigger groups are comfortably catered for too, it could be a walking, a team-building trip with work or a treat with mates. Whether it’s a hostel, bunk house or a spot of glamping there is something here for everyone. Take away the stress of dividing the bill at a restaurant and enjoy a hearty feast with the gang.
If you are looking for an extra slice of luxury – how about your very Lakeland retreat with own hot tub and a private chef service? We even have some with space to park your helicopter!
The Haystore is one of three luxurious cottages at The Green Cumbria. Super stylish barn…
Howgills Apartment 8 is a dog-friendly ground-floor apartment with french doors on to a terraced…
Welcome to LetMeStay. The holiday letting company of choice for unforgettable stays in the Lake…
Rowling End Farm and The Mouse House Rowling End are located in the Newlands Valley, with private…
A perfect location to explore the Lake District, there are seven dog-friendly, high-quality,…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Keswick
Rowling End Farm and The Mouse House Rowling End are located in the Newlands Valley, with private gardens and access straight on to the fells.
Kendal
High Swinklebank is a hill sheepfarm with local Kendal rough fell sheep. It is in one of the beautiful unspoilt valleys of the Lake District. Ideal for walking, relaxing and getting away from it all.
Grange-over-Sands
Thornleigh Christian Hotel is a happy, relaxed holiday destination, a safe place to holiday alone or with friends. From your warm welcome on arrival everything is taken care of, giving you the freedom to relax, explore and make the most of our fun…
Keswick
Sally's Cottages is an award-winning, local, family run holiday cottage letting agency in Keswick with 500 self-catering holiday cottages in the Lake District and Cumbria, including over 270 dog-friendly cottages.
Grasmere
Broadrayne is a traditional Lakeland Farm with a small cluster of former 17th to 19th century farm buildings nestling round a picturesque farmyard in the beautiful Vale of Grasmere.
The Bridge, Coniston
Springbank Cottage is a luxury, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in the popular village of Coniston. Close to spectacular walking, the lake and with a beautiful, enclosed garden it really is the perfect base for any Lake District holiday.
Sedbergh
Set in 5 acres, nestled at the bottom of the Howgills fells, our Barn provides group accommodation for up to 35 guests.
Enjoy the spacious open plan lounge with views on to the terrace with hot tub. Cook up a feast in one of the two self catering…
Penrith
A perfect location to explore the Lake District, there are seven dog-friendly, high-quality, tastefully decorated, family-friendly self-catering cottages. Located in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside, Near Howe is an idyllic, quiet, and tranquil…
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244 reviewsKirkby Lonsdale
This 4 star self catering cottage is situated in the heart of the historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, sleeping 5, with a private sunny courtyard garden and parking space.
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97 reviewsWindermere
Our choice of 4 self-catered apartments range from sleeping 2-8, are incredibly spacious and filled with plush furnishings, modern amenities, premium appliances and bespoke décor. We also offer EV-parking and pet-friendly stays.
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267 reviewsConiston
Many of our cottages are over 100 years old; and most have been sympathetically restored and refurbished to a high standard. Many have outstanding views, log fires, exposed beams, antique furniture, quality and great character
Grange-over-Sands
Wall Nook is located in lovely countryside just over a mile from the charming, foodie village of Cartmel.
Sedbergh
Both cottages have been carefully modernised and tastefully furnished to a high standard. Fountain Cottage an early 18C cottage that has all the facilities for a cosy and comfortable visit. Middleton's Cottage an early 18C cottage skilfully brought…
Kendal
This warm and friendly cottage for 2 has wonderful views over the Lyth Valley. An excellent place in which to chill out and relax.
Wigton
Both properties sleep up to 4 people in 2 bedrooms, all on the ground floor. The Saplings is a self catering holiday cottage situated in a rather idyllic rural position on the edge of the Lake District National Park.
This end terrace bungalow on the…
Caldbeck
A stunning collection of nine cottages in an undiscovered part of North Lakeland, each with their own distinctive ‘Contemporary Cumbrian’ style, offering a unique range of holiday extras.
Coniston
We are a small family run cottage letting business in Central Lakeland. Our five traditional cottages are in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside and Coniston.
Thurstonfield, Carlisle
Set in a beautiful private nature reserve around a stream fed lake teeming with wildlife; The Tranquil Otter is an ideal place for a relaxing break, for families and couples. We have eight 5* Luxury Lodges and one 5 bed oak framed house, each with…
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685 reviewsAmbleside
Spacious apartment for four. On two floors over an interesting jewellery and gift shop. Central location with immediate access to fells, shops, restaurants, pubs and cinema.
Ambleside
Our self catering holiday cottages with hot tubs occupy an idyllic location, just a stone’s throw from Ambleside, Windermere and Hawkshead. They’re perfectly positioned for exploring some of Cumbria’s best loved towns and villages as well as…
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