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Last-Minute Lake District Cottages

59 properties found
Watermillock, near Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

Shepherd Hut At High House

2111

Our grading

Sat 22 Aug 2026

7 nights

Sat 22 Aug 2026

£745

Was £916

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Keswick, Cumbria

Athena

211

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£835

Was £1,029

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Heversham, near Milnthorpe, Cumbria

The Stables - Heversham

2112

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£1,170

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Cartmel, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria

Church Town House

2112

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£784

Was £965

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Cartmel, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria

No 3 Church View

2111

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£1,017

Was £1,255

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Cartmel, Cumbria

The Fossa

211

Our grading

Sat 22 Aug 2026

7 nights

Sat 22 Aug 2026

£749

Was £922

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Southwaite, near Cockermouth, Cumbria

North Mill

2112

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£550

Was £675

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Keswick, Cumbria

Egret - Easedale House

211

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£736

Was £906

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Far Sawrey, near Hawkshead, Cumbria

The Delft Suite

2111

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£586

Was £720

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Buttermere, near Cockermouth, Cumbria

Wilkinsyke Farm Cottage

211

Our grading

Sat 22 Aug 2026

7 nights

Sat 22 Aug 2026

£670

Was £739

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Gilgarran, near Whitehaven, Cumbria

The Studio At Stackwood

2112

Our grading

Sat 22 Aug 2026

7 nights

Sat 22 Aug 2026

£563

Was £692

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Lindale, near Cartmel, Cumbria

Lyme Cottage

2111

Our grading

Fri 21 Aug 2026

7 nights

Fri 21 Aug 2026

£694

Was £808

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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.