Holidays in the lake District

If you are looking to spend a short break or holiday in the Lake District then we have a great selection of high quality cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets and more for you to choose from.

With thousand thousands of cottages and apartments from across the Lake District, from Windermere to Ullswater you will not be short of ideas whether you are looking for the height of luxury or high quality on a budget.

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Some great places to go in the Lake District

Derwent Water

Derwentwater is known for its wonderful scenery, as its surrounded by Fells (hills) and with a lot of the Derwentwater slopes being wooded.

A regular passenger launch operates on the lake, taking passengers between various landing stages. There are seven lakeside marinas, the most popular stops being: Keswick, Portinscale and the Lodore Falls, from which boats may be hired.

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Lake Windermere

Windermere is the largest natural lake in England and is one of the country's most popular places for holidays and summer homes.

The best known towns around Lake Windermere are Ambleside, a bustling town and a great starting point for many different walks, Windermere and Bowness. You will find a great selection of restaurants, cafes, and attractions.

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Rydal Water

Rydal Water is a small lake in the central region of the Lake District but remains popular because of its connections to Wordsworth.

With a popular walk around the Lake, the steps at the western end lead to Wordsworth's Seat which is reputedly the poets favourite view.

It is located near the hamlet of Rydal, and is not far from the better known Lake District towns of Grassmere and Ambleside.

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Ennerdale

Ennerdale Water is the most westerly lakes in the Lake District and one of the smallest lakes.

Although Ennerdale Water is used by hikers, tourists and cyclists, it is not as heavily used as other lakes and thus is therefore unspoilt by tourism and a perfect placce to get away from it all.

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Crummock Water

Crummock Water is a lake in the Lake District situated between Buttermere to the south and Loweswater to the north.

Crummock Water is two and a half miles long with the hill of Mellbreak running the full length of the lake on its western side. The River Cocker is considered to start at the north of the lake.

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