Offering a tempting spot for a tranquil retreat, Lake Ullswater, England’s second-largest lake, features outstanding natural beauty. Tourists flock to its shores to unwind and savor the breathtaking scenery of the surrounding hills and mountains. Moreover, you cannot miss going aboard one of Ullswater Steamers’ operating cruises, which will take you to some of the most popular routes in Lake District National Park. If you want a more exciting way to explore the waters, you can also embark on a kayaking tour.
Just as refreshing as the lake itself is the area that surrounds it. Those who wish to see William Wordsworth’s daffodils come to life should visit Dalemain Historic House and Gardens. Of course, there’s a big chance you’ll find a bunch of these charming yellow flowers growing wildly on the lakeside itself. To ensure a tranquil stay, read on for a list of the best cottages for rent near Ullswater, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Stone cottage next to charming woodlands (from USD 221)
Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and woodlands, this stone cottage is a lovely haven with vibrant wooden floors and furniture. It has a cozy living room with a wood-burning stove and a tall shelf filled with books. It also has an outdoor patio for breathing in the fresh air and comes with a ping pong table and darts for entertainment.
While staying in this property, you will be within walking distance of Lake Ullswater and the beautiful waterfall of Aira Force. You can enjoy a quiet time fishing or walking on the beautiful nature trails with your pet.
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loved being away from it all with no phone signal or wifiRead more reviewsLocation:
brilliant location next to aira forceamazing location beautiful and spaciousabsolutely perfect location love it for thatamazing location and a lovely cottageperfect place for a relaxed family holiday with dogs away from the hustle and bustle
2. Keepers Cottage (from USD 199)
Keepers Cottage is a lakeside lodging by Grisedale Bridge. It features natural wooden floors and wood-beamed ceilings creating a cozy vibe. It has a kitchenette equipped with a microwave, oven, and toaster, aside from other cookware. Right beside it is the small living area with comfy sofas and a log-burning stove. You can find the bedroom and bathroom on the upper floor of the property.
Want to savor an al fresco dining experience? There is a separate dining area in the fenced front yard. There are also plenty of local pubs and coffee shops nearby if you feel like eating out.
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ideally located within walking distance of local amenities and pubsideally located within walking distance of local amenities and pubsideally located within walking distance of local amenities and pubsideally located within walking distance of local amenities and pubsideally located within walking distance of local amenities and pubs
3. Spacious cottage ideal for a family getaway (from USD 276)
This spacious cottage with a rustic character is the perfect holiday accommodation for you and your family. The living room with a fireplace is furnished with leather couches and is surrounded by glass windows that allow plenty of natural light to seep in. One of the bedrooms opens directly to a patio, where you’ll find a separate set of dining furniture. There is also an attic bedroom with a roof window.
This property offers private parking for up to three cars, and it has a wide grassy lawn ideal for spontaneous picnics. It’s also very easy to walk to Ullswater Lake from this rental.
4. Homey residence with a beautiful garden (from USD 139)
If you find colorful gardens attractive, then you’ll enjoy spending your vacation in this pretty little cottage with a wide garden filled with flowering plants. The property’s interior features chic decoration, with wooden floorboards covered with a red carpet in the living room. The living area has cozy seating right by a wood-burning stove. Meanwhile, the kitchen comes with vibrant black and red flooring, along with all the essentials and a dining set.
The bedrooms are comfy and enjoy lots of light coming from the windows. There is also a window in the bathroom that allows you to appreciate the view while having a soak in the bathtub.
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great week weather wise and a clean comfortable cottagewhen we walked in after a long drive the cottage was warm and spotlessly cleanwhen we walked in after a long drive the cottage was warm and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
very pretty cottage in lovely location
5. Luxurious waterfront dwelling for a romantic holiday (from USD 410)
Make your romantic getaway more magical by staying in this luxurious boathouse-style cottage right on the shores of Lake Ullswater. It has a spacious enough balcony that allows you to enjoy the calm scenery. Moreover, you can always go down to the wooden dock and dip your feet in the water.
The rental’s interior features rustic decoration and wooden details. The living room has a comfy leather couch, and right beside it is a small boat-shaped bookshelf that adds a hint of artistry to the space. There are also several paintings hanging on the walls of the whole property.
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everything clean and decorated beautifully with rose petals sprinkled on the bed for that extra touch of romanceRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location very high standard and just gorgeouslovely location so quiet and peaceful on the lakethe boathouse is amazing & in such a beautiful locationenjoyed walking into pooley bridge for dinner and drinks
6. Stybarrow View Cottage (from USD 601)
Make this pleasant cottage with a charming garden patio your temporary home away from home. It has a dedicated workspace that makes it an ideal pick for those planning a working vacation. When you want to have some fun, you can easily go cruising on the popular Ullswater steamer.
There is a washer on the property, which is essential especially if you’re planning to stay here for more than a week. You will also find an outdoor barbecue grill that you can use when you want to organize a picnic or an al fresco meal in the outdoor dining area.
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very clean with all information needed in the packhouse is reasonably clean with a lovely outdoor area for bbqing and eating in the summerRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely house in an amazing location with everything you needit’s a good size and near shops & pubsgreat location in a cosy practical cottageamazing house a cosy stay for our family in a beautiful locationgreat location if you are after a base to go hiking and spend time in and around ullswater
7. Traditional stone cottage with stunning mountain scenery (from USD 328)
The mountain scenery surrounding this stone cottage offers a very refreshing experience to guests. There is also a charming garden on the property that you can access by going down a series of stone steps, ideal for peaceful morning walks. The rental has warm bedrooms with comfortable beds and pillows. A travel crib and other child-friendly amenities are also available in case you have an infant with you.
There are two lounging sofas in the living room, and if you need some extra warmth, you just need to light up the log-burning stove. You can also relish a relaxing dip in the bathtub after an adventurous day.
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it made for a very comfortable stayCleanliness:
everything was very clean and well equippedvery clean and we had everything we neededthe house was clean and spacious and the beds were comfortableit was super tidy on arrival and the communication through out was spot onspotlessly clean and so cosy we wished we could have stayed longerHost:
graham is a great host thank-youour host was outstanding very thoughtful and communicativeamazing place and great hostgraham is a great host nothing was too much troublegraham was really helpful with all aspects of the bookingRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful house and great locationgreat location for walks and within walking distance to pubs and eateriesfantastic house in a great locationgreat location right in the centre of glenridding and very close to the lakegreat location and everything you need is provided
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8. Mary Meadows (from USD 115)
The delightful garden is the first thing that will attract you to this rental, but once inside, you will also find comfort in its sleek, homey design. This converted barn house has wood-beamed ceilings and carpeted wooden floors. It comes with a simple four-seater dining area and a spacious, fully equipped kitchen.
This accommodation is also ideal for family vacations. If you’re visiting with a toddler, rest assured that you will be provided with a travel crib and a highchair. In case you’re also bringing a car, there is free parking for guests within the premises.
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amazing views to have breakfast outside and the property is kept to a great standardthis is a lovely room and looks much smarter and bigger than it appears on the photoscomfortable quiet well equipped cottage in a great locationCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and well equippedvery clean and well equipedvery clean and with some lovely touches - highly recommendclean and tidy with a comfy bedeverything was clean and tidy and the kitchen was well-equippedHost:
excellent host with nice personal touchesjoanne called me on the way up to penrith on the train and was very friendly and welcomingjoanne is a great host and we definitely recommend this property for a relaxing breakthe owner was kind enough to leave some milk in the fridge and wine and flowers toovery good host lovely cottage and very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
great place easy access to everywhere in the lakesvery warm and excellent location with walks for every ability from the doorsteplovely property in gorgeous location round the corner from a cracking pubthe location was perfect for us and the house itself was spot ona relaxing place to come back to at the end of a long days walking
9. Idyllic property close to the river (from USD 271)
Enjoy a warm and cozy holiday in this idyllic property, where you can get snuggly in the living room while watching TV and enjoy tasty meals in the eat-in kitchen. You can even light up the stove when it gets cold at night. The bedrooms are snug and comfortable, and there is an attic room where you can lie down with a book. The skylight windows in the attic make the space extra bright and airy.
One of the best things to savor in this accommodation, however, is the river located just in front of it. You can set up a quiet riverside picnic and make sure that you also put the barbecue grill to good use.
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cottage compact but thoughtfully laid out and comfortable for our family of fourCleanliness:
clean and cosyclean place easy to check inclean nicely furnished comfortable cottageclean and comfortable cottage with big garden and access straight onto the riverfantastic cottage in a perfect location exceptionally clean & a lovely decorHost:
host is great in communicatingi asked several questions before and during the stay and each received a prompt and helpful replychris was extremely helpful and responsive with several special requestschris is a responsive and accommodating hostchris was very helpful and responsive when we had any queriesRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with everything you need in walking distancechris place is beautifully located on the rivera wonderful house in a beautiful locationthe location of this cute little cottage is perfectthe best thing is the location
10. The Paddock (from USD 247)
Treat your family to a tranquil retreat in this classic dwelling featuring commodious rooms. It also comes with a wide private balcony where you can savor the lovely views of the nearby lake. The rental has a bathtub where you can enjoy a soak whenever you need to relax, and it also features a fireplace for you to feel warm and cozy while playing board games with the family.
Thinking of dining al fresco? There is a separate set of dining furniture outdoors. If you just want to hang out with a good book, you can also try lounging on the garden’s tire swing.
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i would recommend staying at this property- stunning views really well equipped and very comfortableit’s a nice and cozy cottage and we have spent 3 wonderful days therewe had a great stay lovely comfortable housewe had a great and comfortable stayCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and perfectly equippedthe property is very clean and well equippedthe house is very spacious well equipped and was impeccably cleanvery clean and can fit 8 people comfortablean excellent property very well presented and cleanedHost:
the host is very friendly and courteoushost was a great communicator very responsivecheckin details were shared in advance and the hosts responses were almost immediate to any requestshost went out of their way to be helpful and on hand and were very responsivethanks charlie you're a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and a lovely propertygreat airbnb in great locationgreat location for walking and cyclingamazing location no hassle great placethe location is fantastic for exploring ullswater
Savor a restful lakeside holiday
If you’re thinking of going on a trip to unwind, finding a peaceful lakeside spot might be best for you. And if you want to add a slice of adventure, you can also go cruising, kayaking, or hiking during your vacation. You can enjoy all this and more near Ullswater! To savor a restful holiday, book one of these cottages for rent near the lake.
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