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30 of Cumbria's Best New Cottages To Explore

Discover our latest hand-picked cottages with hot tubs, perfect for your next unforgettable getaway

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Swallow

Sleeps 2
1 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Studio apartment for two
  • King-size bed under skylight
  • Free-standing bath included
  • Central Bowness-on-Windermere location
  • Walk to Windermere lake
Rating4.4

Rowan Lodge

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Private woodland lodge, Lake District
  • Dog-friendly with fenced decking
  • Walks from the front door
  • Badgers visit most evenings
  • Great base for Windermere and Ambleside
Rating4.9

Hideaway Lodge

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning Troutbeck Valley fell views
  • Walks from the lodge door
  • Dog-friendly with on-site exercise field
  • Spacious three-bedroom ground-floor lodge
  • 10% discount for returning guests
Rating4.9

Valley View Lodge

Sleeps 5
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 4.9/5 from 100+ reviews
  • King-size bed with en-suite shower
  • Fell and valley views from decking
  • Woodland-backed quiet setting
  • Windermere and Ambleside within 5 miles
Rating4.8

Jinnyspinner Lodge

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Riverside beck position, private
  • Private wraparound decking, beck views
  • Sleeps 6, three bedrooms
  • Dog-friendly, two pets welcome
  • 5 miles from Ambleside
Rating4.9

Ambleside Lodge

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Private woodland-edge location
  • Spectacular Troutbeck Valley views
  • Sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms
  • Haybarn Pub two minutes' walk
  • Dog friendly with gated decking
Rating4.8

Horseshoe Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning Troutbeck Valley fell views
  • Walks directly from the lodge
  • Spacious decking with outdoor furniture
  • Sleeps 6 across three bedrooms
  • On-site pub and adventure playground
Rating4.8

Ramblers' Rest Lodge

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Dog-friendly Lake District lodge
  • Fell views from private decking
  • Sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms
  • On-site pub and playground
  • 3.1 miles from Windermere
Rating4.9

Robin's Nest

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Steps from Lake Windermere
  • Rated 4.9 from 55 reviews
  • Two bedrooms, two bathrooms
  • 55-inch TV and full kitchen
  • On-site pool, sauna and jacuzzi
Rating4.9

Pheasant's Nest

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning Troutbeck Valley views
  • Secure enclosed dog-friendly decking
  • Two en-suite shower rooms
  • Immaculate and highly rated lodge
  • Perfect Lake District base
Rating4.2

Waterbird

Sleeps 7
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Waterside decking on Lake Windermere
  • Sleeps 7 across three bedrooms
  • Dog friendly with enclosed deck
  • Indoor pool sauna and steam room on site
  • Brockhole Visitor Centre 500 yards away
Rating4.4

Glenridding Lodge

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Shores of Lake Windermere
  • Dog-friendly with private decking
  • On-site pool, spa and restaurant
  • Two en-suite bedrooms sleeps four
  • Welcome hampers on arrival
Rating4.7

Beech Grove Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Five-minute walk to Bowness
  • Private glass-surrounded decking
  • King bedroom with en-suite
  • Sleeps six across three bedrooms
  • Rated 4.7 from 72 reviews
Rating4.4

Lakeshaven

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Lakeshore location on Windermere
  • Private woodland decking
  • Sleeps 6 plus infant
  • Dog friendly with supplies provided
  • Onsite pool, bar and restaurant
Rating4.8

Birthwaite Lodge

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning Troutbeck Valley fell views
  • Two dogs welcome
  • Private cul-de-sac position
  • On-site dog-friendly pub
  • Walk the fells from the door
Rating4.8

Comraich

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Riverbank lodge with fell views
  • Enclosed secure deck for dogs
  • Two dogs welcome
  • 4 miles from Windermere
  • Spotlessly clean guests return repeatedly
Rating4.9

Broad Larch Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Two-minute walk to Bowness
  • Sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms
  • Sky Sports and Cinema included
  • Private sunny south-west decking
  • 4.9-star rating from 129 reviews
Rating4.2

Sheffield Pike Lodge

Sleeps 6
Pets 1
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Sleeps 6 in Troutbeck Valley
  • Three bedrooms with en-suite
  • Dog-friendly with park dog field
  • Fell views from large decking
  • Walks from the park gates
Rating4.3

Forest Pines Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 0.2 miles from Bowness-on-Windermere
  • Sleeps 6 across three bedrooms
  • Heated walk-in wardrobe in master
  • Large decked balcony with lake glimpses
  • Bills, linen and towels all included
Rating4.8

Daffodils Lodge

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Right on Lake Windermere's shore
  • 0.2 miles from Bowness village
  • Private gated deck with lake views
  • Two double bedrooms and two bathrooms
  • Rated 4.8 stars from 122 reviews
Rating4.5

Shoreside Lodge

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Front-line Lake Windermere views
  • Private deck facing the lake
  • Walk to Bowness in minutes
  • Fully equipped self-catering kitchen
  • On-site bar, restaurant and shop
Rating4.7

Walker's Retreat Lodge

Sleeps 4
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Sweeping Troutbeck Valley fell views
  • Walks straight from the lodge door
  • Backed by woodland with wildlife
  • 4 miles from Windermere
  • Quiet elevated position on Limefitt Park
Rating4.9

1 Hodge Howe Cottage

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • 1905 Lakeland cottage sleeps six
  • Nightly badger visits in woodland grounds
  • Walk to Windermere in 15 minutes
  • Exposed beams and multi-fuel stove
  • Rated 4.9 from 32 reviews
Rating4.5

Wansfell Retreat Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning fell views from decking
  • Sleeps six across three bedrooms
  • Two bathrooms including en-suite
  • Walks from the park gate
  • On-site pub and shop
Rating4.9

The Grange

Sleeps 7
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Five-minute walk to Windermere
  • Far-reaching Lake Windermere views
  • Three en-suite bedrooms
  • Basement games room
  • Private parking for six cars
Rating4.7

Lauron's View

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Panoramic Lake Windermere views
  • Furnished balcony with lake outlook
  • Short walk to Bowness village
  • Private parking for three cars
  • Sleeps six across three bedrooms
Rating4.8

Windermere Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Glimpsed Lake Windermere views
  • 0.2 miles to Bowness on foot
  • Wrap-around decking with gas BBQ
  • Sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms
  • On-site bar, shop and playground

Upper Thornbarrow

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
2 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Walking distance to Windermere & Bowness
  • Sleeps 4 across two bedrooms
  • One dog welcome
  • Fully equipped with dishwasher & washer-dryer
  • High-ceilinged lounge with Smart TV
Rating4.9

The Grange Lodge

Sleeps 6
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Stunning views towards Lake Windermere
  • Large shared garden with BBQ
  • Short walk to Windermere town
  • Woodburning stove included
  • Sleeps 6 across three bedrooms

Beck Cottage

Sleeps 5
Pets 2
3 Bed
Hot Tub
  • Wood burner in lounge
  • 1 mile from Lake Windermere
  • Enclosed front and rear gardens
  • Windermere town on the doorstep
  • Sleeps 5 across 3 bedrooms
Lake District Business Park, Mint Bridge Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7RG