Cheap Holiday Cottages Lake District

Cheap Holiday Cottages Lake District

Why Cumbria and the Lake District Are Perfect for a Budget Holiday Cottage Break

With so much to see and do in Cumbria and the Lake District the majority of your holiday will be spent out and about exploring the great outdoors.  For many, returning to the cottage is simply a base from which to enjoy a home cooked meal and lay their head to get some rest before heading back into the “play ground” that is the Lake District the following day.

Holidaying on a budget no longer means staying in run down B&Bs, caravans or youth hostels.  Our cheap cottages in the Lake District are hand picked to provide a homely feel with all the necessities you will need to have an enjoyable holiday within the Lake District, just without the frills of a hot tub or dishwasher.

The vistas of the Lake District are awe inspiring at any time of year, and the best part is, they are free for you to enjoy.  Simply set off from your holiday cottage and head up the nearest fell, it won’t be long before the scenery opens up before you, giving you a view that will stay in your memory for many years to come.

Make Your Money Go Further – Enjoy A Winter Break

Other ways to enjoy a holiday cottage on a budget is to avoid the school holidays.  Whilst we know this is only possible if you don’t have school age children.  There are savings to be made by holidaying off season.  A holiday in the Lake District in winter can be just as enjoyable if you are prepared for the weather and properly equipped for the fells.  The great outdoors is still available to you free of charge, the summits are less crowded, you could be the only person standing on “top of the world” when you reach the top of the mountain dusted in snow.

During the winter months your budget stretches much further with holidays starting from as little as £450 for a budget holiday cottage in the Lake District.  Emily’s Nook in Ireby offers the perfect base from which to enjoy a winter break.  A no frills apartment, but warm and cosy, with everything needed to enjoy an out of season cheap cottage in Lake District.

Glenmore in Keswick is a first floor apartment, centrally located in the popular market town of Keswick.  Families have to forfeit a garden but with a weeks holiday starting at just £520 for 4 people take advantage of the many parks within Keswick for the kids to run around and let off steam.  The savings made can be spent on treating the kids to a hot chocolate.

Cheap cottages in the Lake District does not mean you have to compromise on scenery either, Grasmere View sits in an elevated position above Grasmere Water and as the name suggests has breathtaking views across the lake.  Enjoying one of the best Lake District views for a week works out at less than £475 for 2 people when staying in Winter.

Reflections, Netherby
Carlisle

Reflections, Netherby

2 1 1 1
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Private parking for 1 carPrivate parking for 1 car
Garden with seating and hot tubGarden with seating and hot tub
Hot TubHot Tub
Fridge, microwave, portable induction hob and toasterFridge, microwave, portable induction hob and toaster
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
This lodge reflects the countryside around you, immersing you in tranquil surroundings, with hot tub, close to Carlisle, Gretna Green and the Scottish Borders.
£175.00
per night
The Hayloft, Broughton Beck
South Lakes

The Hayloft, Broughton Beck

4 2 2
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Twin Bedroom x1Twin Bedroom x1
Private ParkingPrivate Parking
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Electric oven and hob, fridge with icebox, dishwasher and microwaveElectric oven and hob, fridge with icebox, dishwasher and microwave
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
EV ChargingEV Charging
Decorated For ChristmasDecorated For Christmas
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
This barn conversion near Ulverston is perfect for a family holiday in the Lake District close to Windermere with coast and cycle paths close to the door.
£570.00
per week
Woodman’s Cottage, Penrith
Eden Valley

Woodman’s Cottage, Penrith

4 2 1 2
Double Bedroom x2Double Bedroom x2
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Shared patio with seatingShared patio with seating
Electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee machine and dishwasherElectric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee machine and dishwasher
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Near A PubNear A Pub
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
The cottage is within walking distance of the town centre with shops and restaurants, opposite is the bus station for exploring Cumbria without the car.
£215.00
per night
Save up to 10% discount for dates booked between now and 26 Mar 2026
Bramble Cottage, Keswick
Keswick

Bramble Cottage, Keswick

2 1 1
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Private Parking for 1 CarPrivate Parking for 1 Car
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Garden with patio furniture and shared use of the groundsGarden with patio furniture and shared use of the grounds
Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machineElectric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machine
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Decorated For ChristmasDecorated For Christmas
Near A PubNear A Pub
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
This ground floor, cosy cottage is in an elevated position close to the town centre, has breathtaking fell views from the garden and walks from the door.
£500.00
per week
Carlton Cottage, Keswick
Keswick

Carlton Cottage, Keswick

2 1 1 1
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Parking permit for 1 carParking permit for 1 car
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Small courtyard with bench to front of cottageSmall courtyard with bench to front of cottage
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer and microwaveElectric oven and hob, fridge/freezer and microwave
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Decorated For ChristmasDecorated For Christmas
Near A PubNear A Pub
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
This ground floor cottage, with parking permit, is within a short level walk of the shops, bars, restaurants and attractions in the popular town of Keswick.
£494.00
per week
Seed Howe, Staveley
Windermere

Seed Howe, Staveley

5 3 2
Single Bedroom x1Single Bedroom x1
Double Bedroom x2Double Bedroom x2
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Patio with decking and garden furniture.Patio with decking and garden furniture.
Wood BurnerWood Burner
Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer.  Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer.
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Decorated For ChristmasDecorated For Christmas
Near A PubNear A Pub
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
A traditional cottage with wood burner and garden, perfect for a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle, yet Windermere is only 4 miles away.
£520.00
per week
Fell View, Bassenthwaite
Caldbeck

Fell View, Bassenthwaite

4 2 1 1
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Twin Bedroom x1Twin Bedroom x1
Private ParkingPrivate Parking
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Shared garden with Bassenthwaite Farm CottageShared garden with Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage
Electric cooker, fridge, freezer and microwaveElectric cooker, fridge, freezer and microwave
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Decorated For ChristmasDecorated For Christmas
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
Located in an area of peace and tranquillity on a working hill farm in the fells above Bassenthwaite Lake, fell views and walks from the door await.
£520.00
per week
The Chard, Netherby
Carlisle

The Chard, Netherby

2 1 1 1
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Private ParkingPrivate Parking
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Decking and garden overlooking pond with garden furnitureDecking and garden overlooking pond with garden furniture
Hot TubHot Tub
Fridge with ice box, portable electric hob, microwave and toaster.Fridge with ice box, portable electric hob, microwave and toaster.
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
Located near Carlisle and Scottish Borders, this luxuriously furnished micro cabin for two with a hot tub and decking by the pond is the perfect romantic bolthole!
£175.00
per night
Ryans Retreat, Bowness on Solway
Bowness-on-Solway

Ryans Retreat, Bowness on Solway

3 1 1 1
Bunk Bedroom x1Bunk Bedroom x1
Private parking for 1 carPrivate parking for 1 car
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Decked area with hot tub and picnic bench availableDecked area with hot tub and picnic bench available
Hot TubHot Tub
Wood BurnerWood Burner
Fidge and micro oven/hobFidge and micro oven/hob
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Near A PubNear A Pub
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
Located at the start/end of Hadrian's Wall this shepherds hut has a hot tub, perfect for a stay over if walking the wall with an onsite bistro, bar and gym.
£155.00
per night
Puddleduck Hut, Armathwaite
Carlisle

Puddleduck Hut, Armathwaite

2 1 1 1
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Private parking for 1 carPrivate parking for 1 car
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Garden with raised decking and hot tubGarden with raised decking and hot tub
Wood Fired Hot TubWood Fired Hot Tub
Gas hob, mini fridge and microwaveGas hob, mini fridge and microwave
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
This is a spacious, dog friendly, shepherds hut with hot tub and views over open countryside, paddock to exercise dogs, within half an hour of Ullswater.
£150.00
per night
Curlew Cottage, Eldwick, West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire

Curlew Cottage, Eldwick, West Yorkshire

4 2 1 2
Double Bedroom x1Double Bedroom x1
Twin Bedroom x1Twin Bedroom x1
Free ParkingFree Parking
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Garden with furnitureGarden with furniture
Wood BurnerWood Burner
Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave and dishwasherElectric oven and hob, fridge, microwave and dishwasher
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Decorated For ChristmasDecorated For Christmas
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
This ground floor cottage is located on the Baildon Moor, it has wheelchair access, is on a working farm and horse livery yard where you can watch the horses.
£494.00
per week
Emily’s Apartment, Ireby
Caldbeck

Emily’s Apartment, Ireby

7 3 2
On Street ParkingOn Street Parking
Free Wi-fiFree Wi-fi
Electric cooker, fridge/freezer and washer/dryerElectric cooker, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer
Bed Linen & Towels ProvidedBed Linen & Towels Provided
Near A PubNear A Pub
Budget HolidaysBudget Holidays
Located above the village pub where a warm welcome awaits, there is walks from the door over the Caldbeck fells and to Bassenthwaite Lake.
£579.00
per week