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Last-Minute Lake District Cottages

249 properties found
Bouth, near Ulverston, Cumbria

Yew Tree Cottage - Lake District

2111

Our grading

Sat 03 Oct 2026

7 nights

Sat 03 Oct 2026

£529

Was £649

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Ambleside, Cumbria

Willowbank Nook

211

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£569

Was £699

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Uldale, near Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

Maes Shepherds Hut

211

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£440

Was £540

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Loughrigg, near Ambleside, Cumbria

Squirrels - Ambleside

211

Our grading

Sat 03 Oct 2026

7 nights

Sat 03 Oct 2026

£604

Was £666

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Hawkshead Hill, near Hawkshead, Cumbria

Chanctonbury

211

Our grading

Sat 03 Oct 2026

7 nights

Sat 03 Oct 2026

£516

Was £568

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Cartmel, Cumbria

The Fossa

211

Our grading

Sat 03 Oct 2026

7 nights

Sat 03 Oct 2026

£578

Was £710

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Coniston, Cumbria

Mountain Retreat

211

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£853

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Cockermouth, Cumbria

Kirkgate Cottage

2112

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£518

Was £570

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Heversham, near Milnthorpe, Cumbria

The Stables - Heversham

2112

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£1,170

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Eskdale, near Holmrook, Cumbria

Ganny Loft

2111

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£605

Was £667

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Thornthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria

Thornthwaite Elm

2111

Our grading

Sat 03 Oct 2026

7 nights

Sat 03 Oct 2026

£577

Was £636

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Kentmere, near Windermere, Cumbria

Shepherds Nook

2111

Our grading

Fri 02 Oct 2026

7 nights

Fri 02 Oct 2026

£647

Was £797

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Last-minute holidays in the Lake District

We all love looking forward to a fantastic holiday experience, but if you haven’t had the chance to plan ahead, searching for a last-minute cottage in the Lake District couldn’t be easier. With the pressures of everyday life getting in the way, sometimes an impromptu break is just what you need.

Staying at our last-minute cottages in the Lake District offers the chance to unwind, put your feet up and admire some of the best views in the country. It also provides adventure seekers the chance to soak up thrilling activities and exhilarating landscapes all within reach of your cosy countryside cottage.

Whether you’re looking to enjoy a spontaneous romantic break in the seclusion of a tranquil hideaway, or wanting to treat the family in a spacious property close to all the action, our Lake District last minute cottages cater for all tastes and budgets. You don’t have to leave your furry friends behind either as our last minute pet-friendly cottages give you a safe and secure environment for your pet pooch.

Our last-minute self-catering cottages provide the perfect base to explore the surrounding areas and the beauty of the Lake District National Park. You are just a short stroll from miles of trails and pathways whether you fancy exploring by foot or taking to two wheels, and you’ll find a charming selection of villages, nature reserves, woodlands and lakes along the way. Close by you also have access to a range of sights and attractions, perfect for adults and children alike including the World of Beatrix Potter, Grizedale Forest and The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway.

Spur of the moment trips often create captivating memories and with our range of Lake District accommodation options offering late availability, from contemporary converted barns, quaint village cottages to stylish cottages with hot tubs, you’ll certainly be spoilt for choice with our last-minute Lake District breaks.