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Last Minute Cottages in the Lake District

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Yamthwaite is a stunning holiday cottage located in the beautiful hamlet of Grizedale in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Garden with pond. Ambleside 8.1 miles; Kendal 20.4 miles. (Ref. 1094915)

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3 nights from £617

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    4.7

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Delightful 18th Century farmhouse in idyllic Mansergh near Kirkby Lonsdale. Quality accommodation, beams, range, mullion windows. A romantic retreat. Kirkby Lonsdale 3 miles. (Ref. 916)

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3 nights from £504

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A delightful apartment enjoying an elevated position within the town of Ambleside, Lake District. Panoramic views. Ideal for a small family. (Ref. 1042584)

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3 nights from £479

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A contemporary two-bedroom house perched in Fenton, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Private garden. Carlisle 7.3 miles; Penrith 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1105187)

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3 nights from £387

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A stunning second-floor apartment nestled in Casterton near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Private parking. Open-plan living. Balcony. Smart TV. Kendal 15.4 miles; Lancaster 16.8 miles; Windermere 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1093917)

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3 nights from £540

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    4.7

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Delightful apartment in the town of Maryport, Cumbria. Overlooking harbour. Amenities short walk. All first floor. Cockermouth 7 miles. (Ref. 967037)

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3 nights from £391

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    4.9

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A charming one-bedroom 19th-century cottage resting in Dearham, Cumbria. Private garden. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Cockermouth 4.8 miles; Bassenthwaite Lake 12 miles; Keswick 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1093013)

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3 nights from £379

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    4.7

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A beautifully appointed bungalow resting the village of Plumbland near Aspatria. All-ground-floor accommodation. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Silloth 11.5 miles; Keswick 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1061824)

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3 nights from £489

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    4.5

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A delightful and spacious apartment sitting on the edge of Staveley. High ceiling with character beams. Well-equipped throughout. Great for walking and cycling. WiFi. Windermere 4 miles. (Ref. 924509)

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3 nights from £451

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A beautifully-presented semi-detached cottage situated in the Lake District village of Field Broughton. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Private garden. Grange-over-Sands 3.7 miles; Bowness on Windermere 11.3 miles; Kendal 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1062014)

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3 nights from £454

  • Sleeps5
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    4.2

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Quaint, semi-detached cottage positioned in the popular holiday destination of Ambleside, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Patio with furniture. Parking for two cars. (Ref. 1042547)

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3 nights from £637

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    4.9

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A charming annex resting in a rural location on the outskirts of Ulverston, Lake District. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Romantic dwelling. Lake Windermere 17.7 miles; Ambleside 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1098257)

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3 nights from £967

  • Sleeps5
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    4.8

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An 18th-century, detached, pet-friendly cottage resting in Torver, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Beautiful views. Parking adjacent to cottage. Coniston 2.6 miles; Hawkshead 6.6 miles; Windermere 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1096523)

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3 nights from £587

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Church View is a charming, five-bedroom home residing in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Near Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Cartmel 2.3 miles; Lake Windermere 15.4 miles; Kendal 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1143279)

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3 nights from £830

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A wonderful holiday home resting in the heart of Ulverston, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Next to a stream. Close to the Lake District National Park. Raised terrace. Close to local amenities. Coniston Water 11.8 miles; Windermere 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1052304)

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3 nights from £505

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    4.7

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A charming, two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Newby Bridge near Cartmel, Cumbria. In National Park. Family-friendly. Countryside views. Original features. Grange-over-Sands 5.6 miles; Cartmel 4.3 miles; Windermere village 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1126108)

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3 nights from £422

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A characterful single-storey cottage resting in Elterwater near Chapel Stile, Cumbria. Countryside views. Original features. Within National Park. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Grasmere, 2.8 miles; Ambleside 4.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1116787)

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3 nights from £624

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Originally an 18th century Inn, White Lion Cottage is perfect for families. Dog friendly. Landscaped patio. Pub, shop and rive 5 mins walk. (Ref. 1042064)

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3 nights from £674

  • Sleeps4
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A delightful Victorian cottage resting within the town of Ambleside, the Lake District. Original features. Gas fire. Central location. (Ref. 1042650)

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3 nights from £501

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    4.7

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This charming, two-bedroom cottage rests in Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Ulverston 5.2 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1129927)

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3 nights from £478

Looking for Lake District cottages at the last minute? With over 600 cottages in the national park in some of the most desirable locations, we're sure you'll find the perfect hand-picked cottage for your last-minute holiday in the Lake District

Why Last Minute Lake District Cottages?

With its UNESCO World Heritage status, last-minute Lake District breaks are bound to please all guests. The national park entices visitors from all over the world for its unique scenery, wildlife, history and culture. Guided walks are within reach of last-minute Lake District log cabins and are available across diverse landscapes to suit all levels of mobility, including wheelchair and pushchair-friendly footpaths. Whether you seek tranquillity or bustling villages to discover local produce and heritage, these last-minute Lake District breaks truly have it all. Visit our Lake District Travel Guide to discover more popular attractions.

Places to visit from a Last-minute Lake District Break

These last-minute Lake District holidays provide an ideal base for exploring further afield, St Bees and Barrow-in-Furness lie on the outskirts of the Lake District on the Cumbrian coast, perfect for those craving sea views, dramatic coastlines and sandy beaches. During your last-minute holiday in the Lake District, you may want to enjoy a visit to the iconic towns of the park! Ambleside is a must, hosting the stunning waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Bowness-on-Windermere is another delight, home to a charming marina that backs onto Lake Windermere.

Other places to visit include:

Grasmere

Hawkshead

Keswick

Types of Lake District Holidays

Looking to plan more in advance than stay at these last-minute Lake District cottages? There are a plethora of Lake District holidays to choose from. Alternatively, find even more getaways around the UK by checking out these last-minute UK holiday cottages.