Discover Windermere and the villages and attractions around the lake. Make the most of your time in the Lake District and choose a cottage with a Lake Windermere view.

Talkin Tarn is a natural beauty spot in the north of Cumbria, with woodland walks, cafe and gift shop, watersports, adventure centre and golf course on the doorstep. Discover more about this stunning park and the cottages with a view of the tarn.

Finding your perfect cottage with a Lake View at Ullswater just got easier, read our blog to discover our top picks for a holiday with a view at Ullswater.

We all know life can throw a curve ball, that’s why some of our cottages offer free cancellation. Book your holiday today in confidence knowing you can get a full refund should your circumstances change, find out more.

Discover unique or quirky Cumbrian cottages for you next holiday, whether your looking for a romantic escape or partying with friends and family, we have the perfect unique or quirky Cumbrian cottage.

Explore the reasons behind choosing an independent agent to help let your holiday cottage. From local knowledge to a personal service for you and your guests.

The Lake District is the perfect holiday destination to embrace the warm-up to Christmas, offering a magical blend of natural beauty and festive charm.  The majestic mountains, often dusted with snow, create a picture-perfect backdrop that enhances the holiday spirit.  Friendly locals welcome visitors into traditional pubs with roaring fires, where you can relax with hearty food and a glass of mulled wine after a day of exploring.

As the seasons change, staying in one of our Lake District cottages never loses its magic. From the first signs of spring to the frosty sparkle of winter, each season brings its own beauty — and every stay with Cumbrian Cottage Holidays offers a new way to experience it.

Lake District Myths of Monsters, Fairies and Mysterious Beasts Bownessie and The Bassenthwaite Eachy You’ve heard of the Loch Ness Monster, but Cumbria has its own lake monsters to keep an eye out for. Bownessie, said to live in the deep waters of Lake Windermere, is a huge, fast-moving, amphibious creature with sightings dating back […]

Discover the Lake District’s Legendary Connections to Film and Fiction  The Lake District is no stranger to drama.  Towering fells, shimmering waters, and timeless landscapes provide a natural stage for stories — both real and imagined.  It’s no wonder this spectacular corner of England has become a favourite backdrop for filmmakers, novelists, poets, and storytellers […]

Here at Cumbrian Cottage Holidays we provide a fully managed service, but what does that mean for our owners and holidaymakers?  Put simply we look after the “behind the scenes”, ensure the toilets are sparkling, the cushions are plumped and curtains are hanging as they should. When guests book a getaway to the Lake District […]

Read our top 7 days out with the kids in the Lake District for ideas on how to entertain the children on a weeks holiday in Cumbria.  Having tested all of these ourselves with our own children and grandchildren we know these will be a great hit with children big and small. The Lake District […]