Luxury Cottages in The Lake District

“Luxury is in the midst of a metamorphosis. While luxury once meant the most expensive or most well-known product or experience, today it’s become a way of being or moving throughout the world.”

— Samantha Shankman

Whether through fittings, location, charm & character, or a combination of all three, the following offer a way to move through the Lake District in relaxed sophistication…

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Luxury cottages in the Lake District, Cumbria

The Lake District, located in Cumbria, England, is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful natural scenery, including mountains, valleys, and lakes. There are many luxury cottages available for rent in the area that offer high-end amenities and breathtaking views.

Our luxury cottages are typically located in secluded areas, such as on the shore of a lake or in the countryside, and may feature features such as private gardens, and spacious living areas. Many also include modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, while still maintaining the traditional charm of the countryside. Some are located in areas of outstanding natural beauty like the National park, which offers a range of activities such as hiking, climbing, boating, and fishing.

Luxury Ambleside, Grasmere, & Keswick Cottages sleeping 2-4

Cairn How Croft

From
£530
Per week

Cairn How Croft

The epitome of contemporary modern living and sophisticated styling throughout. With every thought given to ensure quality and comfort

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Ambleside

Hidden Gem

From
£288
Per week

Hidden Gem

Hidden Gem is exactly that, a perfect hideaway for two providing stunning views out over Ambleside towards Loughrigg and the surrounding fell range beyond.

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Ambleside

Wendin Cottage

From
£440
Per week

Wendin Cottage

This dates back to the 18th century and sits beneath the slopes of Wansfell in one of the oldest parts of the bustling village of Ambleside

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Church Cottage

From
£520
Per week

Church Cottage

Church Cottage is a fabulous example of a traditional Lakeland stone cottage with all the modern day conveniences that are on your self catering holiday wish...

2 bedrooms Up to 3 guests

Ambleside

Rushbrook

From
£575
Per week

Rushbrook

A quaint, stone-built cottage providing superb facilities for the smaller party. Set well back and nestled amongst mature trees and shrubs

2 bedrooms Up to 3 guests

Ambleside, Rydal

Apple Tree Cottage

From
£540
Per week

Apple Tree Cottage

The perfect choice for a Lakeland cottage holiday, whatever time of year you choose to visit this part of the Lakes

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Gingersnap Cottage

From
£475
Per week

Gingersnap Cottage

A cosy, traditional retreat perched in an elevated position above the village of Ambleside, ideal for a family and your four legged friend!

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Heather Cottage

From
£585
Per week

Heather Cottage

Heather Cottage has been lovingly thought out by the current owners. It's a great rural base for couples and families alike

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston

The Viewpoint

From
£467
Per week

The Viewpoint

Offering a perfect 180-degree view across the slate-covered rooftops of Ambleside towards St. Mary’s steeple and the majestic mountains beyond

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

1 Wordsworth’s Stamp House

From
£490
Per week

1 Wordsworth’s Stamp House

Ideally placed to enjoy the delights of this scenic village where attractions and facilities can be sampled on foot with no need for your car

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Gingerbread Nook

From
£425
Per week

Gingerbread Nook

Perfectly located, first floor apartment in the heart of romantic Grasmere, ideal for that 'just the two of you' break away.

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly

Grasmere

White Gables

From
£915
Per week

White Gables

A fine example of an Arts and Crafts property just oozing original features, character, and the unquestionable charm of the era

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Grasmere

Luxury Ambleside Cottages sleeping 5+

Amble Cottage

From
£490
Per week

Amble Cottage

Within a couple of minutes walk from the heart of Ambleside. An ideal base for those who prefer the convenience of a village centre location

3 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Loughrigg

From
£640
Per week

Loughrigg

A well planned, well-equipped retreat that is sure to be a firm favourite with visitors of all ages, whatever time of year you visit the Lakes

3 bedrooms Up to 5 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Private: 15 Blue Hill Park

From
£605
Per week

Private: 15 Blue Hill Park

Enjoying an excellent location beside Blue Hill Wood on Wansfell making this a superb choice for an outdoorsy and adventure holiday.

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

2 Sweden Bank

From
£620
Per week

2 Sweden Bank

A much cherished, Lakeland home set elevated above the village, from where walkers can access a wealth of famous walks

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside

Applegarth

From
£605
Per week

Applegarth

Set over three floors is exceptionally well presented and enjoys a fantastic location directly opposite the famous Bridge House

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside

Brackenber

From
£750
Per week

Brackenber

A truly stunning retreat. The perfect place to spend precious time with your nearest and dearest and create magical holiday memories together

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Bumble Bee Cottage

From
£594
Per week

Bumble Bee Cottage

In an elevated position overlooking Ambleside with fantastic views of Loughrigg Fell and only a stone throw away from the town centre

4 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Dovedale

From
£640
Per week

Dovedale

A self-catered cottage in the heart of popular Ambleside, having a central location that will appeal to walkers and families alike.

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Private: Hillcrest

From
£650
Per week

Private: Hillcrest

You’ll be hard pushed to find a better 180-degree view over Ambleside and to the fells beyond than from the lounge and terrace at Hillcrest

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside

Oakroyd

From
£640
Per week

Oakroyd

Offering a winning combination of space and comfort and ticks all the boxes in terms of your holiday home wish list

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

Tethera

From
£605
Per week

Tethera

A characterful retreat over 3 floors with views of the Bridge House and The Golden Rule just around the corner, in the heart of Ambleside

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside

Parkwood

From
£650
Per week

Parkwood

A superb example of a modern-day, self-catering retreat, perfectly placed in a quiet, residential backwater of popular Ambleside

4 bedrooms Up to 7 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside

1 Cote Howe

From
£660
Per week

1 Cote Howe

Sitting close to the shores of Rydal Water 1 Cote Howe is the perfect base for your Lakeland self-catering holiday, any time of the year

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside, Rydal

Far Nook

From
£1100
Per week

Far Nook

Set well back from Rydal Road enjoying a super convenient location for exploring all that popular Ambleside has to offer

4 bedrooms Up to 8 guests

Ambleside

Roembeck

From
£720
Per week

Roembeck

The perfect haven for two or three couples seeking a contemporary and quality retreat in the centre of Lakeland’s most cosmopolitan village

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside

Silver Quay

From
£3500
Per week

Silver Quay

You can’t stay closer to lake Windermere than this without a houseboat! When you’re this close to the water, the views are unbeatable.

5 bedrooms Up to 10 guests

Ambleside

Luxury Hawkshead & Coniston Cottages

The Barn

From
£750
Per week

The Barn

An impressive, period barn conversion set in a superb location above Coniston, one of Lakeland’s few remaining true villages

4 bedrooms Up to 8 guests Pet Friendly

Coniston, Hawkshead & Coniston

Dell Cottage

From
£580
Per week

Dell Cottage

In the picturesque hamlet of Far Sawrey, Dell Cottage is a luxurious bolthole offering sophisticated styling and exceptional quality

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

Corner House

From
£480
Per week

Corner House

You’ll find the delightful Grade II listed Corner House tucked away behind the main square and the popular Honeypot coffee shop

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

Gingerbread Cottage

From
£460
Per week

Gingerbread Cottage

A classic, chocolate box cottage set in the beautiful village of Hawkshead. Perfectly placed along a quiet lane just behind the main square

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Hawkshead & Coniston

Hillcrest at Roger Ground

From
£650
Per week

Hillcrest at Roger Ground

A beautiful, characterful cottage style bungalow set in Beatrix Potter territory, offering stylish accommodation and glorious views

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Hawkshead & Coniston

Smithy Cottage

From
£625
Per week

Smithy Cottage

Right in the heart of the beautiful cobbled streets of Hawkshead sits Smithy Cottage, a perfect family getaway in the Lake District

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

Roger Ground House

From
£1250
Per week

Roger Ground House

A quintessential Lakeland Country House retreat located in the heart of Beatrix Potter territory just outside the pretty village of Hawkshead

5 bedrooms Up to 10 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

The Hayloft

From
£450
Per week

The Hayloft

Beautifully placed cottage just 3 miles from Ambleside in the pretty hamlet of Outgate. Sleeps 2 and accepts Pets with walks from the door

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

Peacock Cottage

From
£755
Per week

Peacock Cottage

Spacious 3 bedroom property boasting a large dining kitchen for family nights in. Sitting just outside Ambleside in the hamlet of Outgate

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

The Farmhouse

From
£890
Per week

The Farmhouse

Peace, tranquillity, and glorious views in every direction; the spacious social living area lends itself perfectly to special gatherings

4 bedrooms Up to 8 guests Pet Friendly

Hawkshead & Coniston

Latterbarrow

From
£580
Per week

Latterbarrow

If you are looking for a romantic hideaway this first and second-floor duplex apartment could be the one for you.

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

Buttermere

From
£805
Per week

Buttermere

A beautifully spacious duplex apartment sitting on the first and second floor of the magnificent main residence with lovely garden views

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

Duckling Cottage

From
£585
Per week

Duckling Cottage

Located at the entrance to the prestigious 51 acre Pullwood Bay Estate and provides superb facilities for a self catering break

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Woodland Cottages

Fairfield

From
£740
Per week

Fairfield

Fairfield is a beautifully stylish, first and second floor duplex apartment set within the magnificent main residence at Pullwood Bay.

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

Great Gable

From
£830
Per week

Great Gable

This beautiful first and second floor duplex apartment is set in an idyllic location being part of the wonderful Pullwood Bay Estate

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

Helvellyn

From
£960
Per week

Helvellyn

A first floor luxury apartment with fine lake views and offers excellent accommodation for four within the delightful Pullwood Bay Estate

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

The Boathouse

From
£1690
Per week

The Boathouse

There can be few more idyllic locations than this stunning boathouse set right on the shores of Lake Windermere at the renowned Pullwood Bay

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Hawkshead & Coniston, The Boathouse

Deer Corner

From
£860
Per week

Deer Corner

A luxurious, country retreat within Pullwood Bay Estate offering superb facilities to ensure your every comfort, whatever season you visit

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Woodland Cottages

Wansfell

From
£910
Per week

Wansfell

This luxurious apartment has direct access to Windermere and enjoys breathtaking views over to Wansfell and the Fairfield Horseshoe.

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

Wetherlam

From
£960
Per week

Wetherlam

A beautifully presented, ground floor lakeside apartment with superb views over the terrace to the lake beyond enjoyed from most rooms

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Ambleside, Hawkshead & Coniston, Pullwood Lakeside Apartments

Greta View

From
£615
Per week

Greta View

Just a stones throw from the main street, Greta View offers quality three-bedroom accommodation in the centre of popular Keswick

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Keswick

Luxury Skelwith Bridge & Langdale Cottages

The Lawns

From
£530
Per week

The Lawns

A perfect romantic retreat at the foot of the Langdale valley, placed in the grounds of a natural beauty spot near Skelwith Bridge.

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly

Skelwith Bridge

Craghill Cottage

From
£630
Per week

Craghill Cottage

Picture postcard pretty, Craghill Cottage boasts a most enviable position directly on the banks of the River Brathay at Skelwith Bridge

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Skelwith Bridge

Number One, Chapel Stile

From
£445
Per week

Number One, Chapel Stile

A super modern take on a self-catering cottage and sits proudly at the end of the row of similar properties at Chapel Stile

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly

Langdale

Luxury Windermere & Staveley Cottages

Osprey

From
£425
Per week

Osprey

One of 6 brand new studio apartments in the heart of Bowness on Windermere, named after the original builder and his beloved Steam Boats

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Windermere and Bowness

Swallow

From
£425
Per week

Swallow

In the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, Swallow is a stylish haven in the heart of this popular Lakeland town

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Windermere and Bowness

Meadow Rue

From
£363
Per week

Meadow Rue

Renovated with care to a lovely standard and tucked away in a quiet area of Windermere with private secure parking

2 bedrooms Up to 3 guests

Windermere and Bowness

Bay Tree Cottage

From
£650
Per week

Bay Tree Cottage

Beautiful, contemporary cottage, just a stones throw from the village, Perfectly located to explore the local hills and lakes.

2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests

Windermere and Bowness

Birch House

From
£620
Per week

Birch House

A sophisticated, contemporary retreat sitting at the end of a row of traditional terraced cottages in the very heart of Windermere

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Windermere and Bowness

Cornflower Cottage

From
£585
Per week

Cornflower Cottage

Beautifully presented, newly refurbished retreat in the popular village of Windermere. A fantastic family adventure retreat for 6 and the dog

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly

Windermere and Bowness

Oakburn

From
£2200
Per week

Oakburn

This incredible Victorian residence could not be more perfectly located to enjoy everything that the South Lakes has to offer

5 bedrooms Up to 10 guests

Windermere and Bowness

Oakland West

From
£3090
Per week

Oakland West

Offering a clever marriage of its former Arts and Crafts style integrated with a traditional country house and boutique hotel charm

6 bedrooms Up to 14 guests Pet Friendly

Windermere and Bowness

Corner Cottage

From
£580
Per week

Corner Cottage

Traditional barn cottage redeveloped for the modern-day visitor. Thoughtfully designed to provide exquisite accommodation for two.

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Heaning Cottages, Windermere and Bowness

End Cottage

From
£580
Per week

End Cottage

Traditional barn cottage redeveloped for the modern-day visitor, thoughtfully designed to provide exquisite accommodation for two

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Heaning Cottages, Windermere and Bowness

Stable Cottage

From
£580
Per week

Stable Cottage

Traditional barn cottage redeveloped for the modern visitor. Thoughtfully designed to provide exquisite accommodation for 2

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Heaning Cottages, Windermere and Bowness

The Nook

From
£580
Per week

The Nook

Traditional barn cottage redeveloped for the modern-day visitor, thoughtfully designed to provide exquisite accommodation for two

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Heaning Cottages, Windermere and Bowness

The Pod

From
£580
Per week

The Pod

Traditional barn cottage redeveloped for the modern-day visitor, thoughtfully designed to provide exquisite accommodation for two

1 bedroom Up to 2 guests

Heaning Cottages, Windermere and Bowness

The Small House

From
£1290
Per week

The Small House

By no means small, this perfectly formed 3 bedroom self catered house sleeps 6, sits to the rear of The Big House, and oozes character, charm and quality.

3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests

Heaning Houses, Windermere and Bowness

The Big House

From
£3200
Per week

The Big House

A magnificent 7 Bedroom abode, set at the front of the estate affording superb views across the manicured grounds to the fells beyond.

7 bedrooms Up to 14 guests

Heaning Houses, Windermere and Bowness

The Big House

From
£3200
Per week

The Big House

A magnificent 7 Bedroom abode, set at the front of the estate affording superb views across the manicured grounds to the fells beyond.

7 bedrooms Up to 14 guests

Heaning Houses, Windermere and Bowness

Infield House

From
£770
Per week

Infield House

Perfect for small group holidays, with thoughtful design and modern renovation providing a fantastic living area lots of open space

4 bedrooms Up to 8 guests Pet Friendly

Ambleside, Troutbeck, Windermere and Bowness

Middle Reston

From
£3200
Per week

Middle Reston

A stunning 3 storeys Edwardian Arts and Crafts house - built in 1907 and now lovingly restored to its original glory

5 bedrooms Up to 10 guests

Staveley, Windermere and Bowness