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A semi-detached, two-bedroom cottage by the river in Burneside, Cumbria. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Pet-free. Kendal 2.3 miles; Windermere 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1079681)

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7 nights from £420

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Tiffle Bank is a charming, three-bedroom cottage residing in Hawkshead, Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Pretty views. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1128774)

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7 nights from £643

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Delightful character terraced cottage in the village of Kirkby Lonsdale. Woodburner, dog friendly with superb spacious sunny terrace to rear with good views. Two minutes walk to centre. Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 937306)

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7 nights from £538

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Superb, semi-detached cosy cottage in Cumbria. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Garden with furniture. Appleby-in-Westmorland 6.5 miles. (Ref. 904101)

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7 nights from £455

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Delightful wing of a Grade II listed former brewery, in the hamlet of Kirksanton, close to the sea and Lakeland Fells. Spacious, well-appointed accommodation with a large garden. Coniston 17 miles. (Ref. 933120)

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7 nights from £573

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This pleasant holiday home rests on the outskirts of Penrith in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Pet-free. Off-road parking. Garden. Keswick 17.6 miles; Carlisle 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1112834)

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7 nights from £340

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    4.8

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Contemporary retreat on the banks of River Leven at Newby Bridge. Family Friendly. One dog welcome. Private Parking. Bike/Canoe/Kayak storage. Pub 1 min walk. Bowness 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1040873)

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7 nights from £571

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A fabulous single-storey cottage set in the village of Embleton, Lake District. Within National Park. Heated indoor swimming pool. Pet-friendly. Keswick 9.1 miles; Workington 12 miles; Ambleside 26.7 miles. (Ref. 1071643)

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7 nights from £712

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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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7 nights from £509

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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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7 nights from £531

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    4.9

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A delightful end-of-terrace stone cottage located in Bolton, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Traditional cottage. Appleby-in-Westmorland 4.2 miles; Penrith 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1050736)

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7 nights from £438

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A charming barn conversion set just outside of Armathwaite in Cumbria. Open-plan living. Exposed wooden beams and stonework. Pet-friendly. (Ref. 971518)

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7 nights from £369

  • Sleeps4
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Cherry Croft is a charming, detached bungalow resting rurally in Bowness-on-Solway nr Kirkbride, Cumbria. In AONB. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Port Carlisle 3.2 miles; Wigton 12 miles; Silloth 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1145565)

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7 nights from £461

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 A superbly presented cottage ideally located with easy walking distance of Ambleside’s amenities. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. (Ref. 1042807)

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7 nights from £627

  • Sleeps4
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A delightful two-bedroom annexe resting in Caldbeck in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. In a National Park. Wigton 8.7 miles; Carlisle 14.3 miles; Keswick 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1082545)

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7 nights from £433

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An immaculate seafront apartment. Ground floor. Uninterrupted sea views. Parking. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Solway Firth. Silloth 2 miles. (Ref. 947755)

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7 nights from £393

  • Sleeps4
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The Barn is a detached barn conversion resting in Nether Wasdale, Cumbria. Close to a shop and pub. Close to a lake. In National Park. Woodburning stove. Wast Water 3 miles; Seascale 6.9 miles (Ref. 1130606)

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7 nights from £496

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A contemporary property situated in the heart of Grasmere in the Lake District. Stunning views. Ideal for families. WiFi. Ambleside 4.3 miles; Windermere 8.7 miles; Keswick 12.6 miles. (Ref. 1042721)

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7 nights from £1207

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  • Sleeps4
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Central Ambleside apartment. Open plan living. Large windows with fabulous views. Roof terrace. Short walk to shores of Lake Windermere. (Ref. 1041107)

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7 nights from £529

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A peaceful, stylish and spacious house located just outside Ambleside, with excellent facilities including three bedrooms and three bathrooms, patio, gardens and private parking (Ref. 1042496)

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7 nights from £648

Are you looking for a destination that appeals to adults and children alike? Look no further than the Lake District for your next family holiday, a haven for all things outdoors.

Located in the north of England, this National Park is perfect for a family holiday. The kids will love exploring and using up their boundless energy as much as the adults will appreciate the ever-changing and stunning backdrop.

A family break in the Lake District is the perfect base for a holiday full of adventure, exploration and, most importantly, spending quality time together. Explore the outstanding National Park, the second largest of its kind in the UK, offering more than 4,000 square kilometres of stunningly preserved land to appreciate. Climb Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, try a range of water sports at Lake Windemere, the country's largest natural lake, and follow the fascinating footsteps of both William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.

Browse this great selection of family-friendly cottages in the Lake District; from traditional cottages amidst copious, rural scenery and inviting coastal hideaways to properties right in the heart of the vibrant centres of thriving towns, such as Keswick, Kendal and Bowness-on-Windermere. If you would like help finding the perfect self-catering accommodation in the Lakes, please contact our travel experts on 01244356666.