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Carnforth Holiday Cottages
Rated Top 5 Most Popular Places in Cumbria 2026 by our visitors
Our collection of Carnforth holiday cottages offers you the perfect base to explore this historic Lancashire town and its stunning surroundings. Located between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, Carnforth sits on the edge of Morecambe Bay with spectacular coastal views. You'll recognise the famous railway station from the classic film Brief Encounter!
Whether you're travelling as families, couples or groups, our cottages provide comfortable stays with options including lodges and glamping. Many properties feature a hot tub for ultimate relaxation after exploring nearby Leighton Moss RSPB reserve or walking the Lancaster Canal towpath. Browse our rental selection across the UK and book your Carnforth escape today.
Visitor Rating
4
- Lake Windermere views from both bedrooms
- Wood burner with logs provided
- Two en-suite bathrooms included
- Dog-friendly with excellent walking routes
- Four miles from Hawkshead village
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Visitor Rating
4
- Panoramic Lake Windermere views
- Sleeps 6 with 2 dogs welcome
- Wood burner and private garden
- Walk to Beatrix Potter's Hill Top
- Ground floor king-size bedrooms
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Visitor Rating
4
- Stunning Lake Windermere views throughout
- Traditional stone cottage near Hawkshead
- Sleeps six across three bedrooms
- Three bathrooms plus separate WC
- Wood burner and period features
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Visitor Rating
4
- Ground floor studio sleeps two
- One dog welcome with parking
- Open fire and period features
- Walk to Hill Top from door
- Stunning Lake District garden views
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Visitor Rating
4
- Seven acres private woodland onsite
- Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom
- Multiple wood burners throughout property
- One mile from Beatrix Potter's Hill Top
- Dog-friendly with washing facilities
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Visitor Rating
4
- Dog-friendly with EV charging points
- King-size and double bedrooms available
- Walking distance to Windermere lakeshore
- Half mile from Hill Top
- Footpaths to fells from door
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Visitor Rating
4
- Sleeps 16 in Grizedale Forest
- Eight en-suite bedrooms with TVs
- Wood burner in vast lounge
- Parking for 10 cars
- Forest trails from doorstep
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Visitor Rating
5
- Waterside apartment with lake access
- Complimentary seasonal rowing boats included
- 40 acres of shared woodland
- Completely renovated in 2020
- Walking distance to Hawkshead village
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Visitor Rating
4
- Overlooks Esthwaite Water with mountain views
- Ground-floor apartment in country house estate
- 40 acres of gardens and woodland
- Private shore access for picnics
- Children's play area with outdoor equipment
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Visitor Rating
4
- First-floor apartment sleeps 5
- 40 acres extending to lake
- Elevated mountain and water views
- On-site activities and rowing boats
- One mile from Hawkshead village
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Visitor Rating
4
- Stunning Esthwaite Water views daily
- Three en-suite bedrooms for five
- 40 acres of private estate grounds
- Near Beatrix Potter attractions Hawkshead
- Modern kitchen with Nespresso machine
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- 150m from Esthwaite Water
- Woodland rear garden
- 1 mile to Hill Top NT
- Ground floor en-suite bedroom
- Parking for three cars
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Visitor Rating
4
- Panoramic views over Esthwaite Water
- Wood burner for cosy evenings
- Half mile walk to Hawkshead
- Sleeps 4 with two bathrooms
- Welcomes two dogs with garden
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Visitor Rating
4
- Main square location in Hawkshead
- Wood burner and original features
- Walk to pubs and cafes
- Roll-top bath and quality appliances
- On-site parking in shared courtyard
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Visitor Rating
4
- Sleeps 4 in Hawkshead village
- Open fire and wood burner
- Near Windermere and Coniston Water
- Beatrix Potter Gallery walking distance
- Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
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Visitor Rating
4
- 18th-century cottage in Hawkshead village
- Two bedrooms sleeping four guests
- Roll-top bath and period features
- Grizedale Forest just up the lane
- Between Windermere and Coniston Water
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Visitor Rating
4
- Central Hawkshead cobbled courtyard location
- Private parking for large vehicle
- Wood burning stove and cosy lounge
- King-size and double en-suite bedrooms
- Walk to Beatrix Potter attractions
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Visitor Rating
5
- Converted courthouse in Hawkshead village
- King-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom
- Balcony overlooking Claife Heights fells
- Walk to pubs and shops
- Welcomes two dogs with goodies
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- Central Hawkshead village location
- Sleeps 4 with private parking
- King bedroom with roll top bath
- Dog friendly with doorstep walks
- Near Grizedale Forest and lakes
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Visitor Rating
5
- Village centre Hawkshead location
- Two king-size bedrooms sleep four
- Three bathrooms with freestanding tub
- Private parking to rear
- Fell views from multiple floors
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- Lakeside lodge near Windermere
- Sleeps 4 with king-size en-suite
- Indoor pool and steam room access
- Enclosed deck with lake views
- Dog-friendly Lake District base
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Visitor Rating
4.7
- Peaceful brook-side setting
- 10-minute walk to Hawkshead village
- Woodburning stove and oak floors
- Enclosed veranda for pets
- Direct access to fell walks
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- Traditional farmhouse on working farm
- Sleeps 10 across five bedrooms
- Wood burning stove in lounge
- 1 mile from Hawkshead village
- Private parking on site
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Visitor Rating
4
- 18th century cottage with mountain views
- Half mile from Tarn Hows
- Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms
- Electric vehicle charging onsite
- Walk to Hawkshead village
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Visitor Rating
4
- Spacious three-bedroom barn conversion
- Two minutes from Lake Windermere
- Private parking for two cars
- Landscaped gardens with patio
- Walking distance to Brockhole Centre
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Visitor Rating
4.9
- Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms
- Free leisure club membership included
- Dog-friendly with garden access
- Modern kitchen fully equipped
- Walking distance to Brockhole
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Visitor Rating
4.9
- Three bedrooms sleeping six guests
- Log burner and gas central heating
- Views across to Windermere from terrace
- Well-equipped kitchen with quality appliances
- Walking routes from the front door
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Visitor Rating
3.6
- Five minutes from Lake Windermere
- Sleeps six in three bedrooms
- Enormous fully equipped kitchen
- Private parking for two cars
- Between Ambleside and Windermere
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Visitor Rating
4.6
- 18th-century farmhouse near Ambleside
- Sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms
- 100 yards from Brockhole Visitor Centre
- Open fire and enclosed garden
- Dog-friendly with private parking
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Visitor Rating
4.6
- Private jetty and lakeside decking
- King-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom
- Five acres of grounds
- Minutes from Windermere and Ambleside
- Well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher
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