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Herdwick Cottages is the trusted choice when it comes to booking a Lake District holiday cottage.

Our Lake District cottages offer luxurious and comfortable surroundings with all the modern amenities you could wish for. With a wide selection of options to choose from, Herdwick Cottages offers something to suit any budget and requirement.

You can choose from cosy cottage retreats or larger family-sized lodges with spectacular views of the stunning Lakeland countryside. Each property has been lovingly furnished and fitted with everything you need for a relaxing break in the Lake District’s outdoor paradise. From on-site facilities such as gardens and private parking to thoughtful touches like welcome hampers and complimentary toiletries, Herdwick Cottages ensures a stress-free experience for visitors of all ages.

So why not make your next Lake District Cottage Holiday something special by booking with Herdwick Cottages today?

Popular Locations

We have excellent self-catering holiday cottages in many popular Lake District holiday destinations, from the bustling honeypots of Windermere and Ambleside to the quieter reaches of the Lake District National Park, including Ulverston, Buttermere and Bampton Common near Ullswater. Browse our properties by location.

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Help Us Stop The Holiday Tax

Stop the Holiday TaxLast year, the Westminster Government announced plans to introduce a new tax on holidays in England. Herdwick Cottages opposes the introduction of what amounts to a bed tax, and we support the wider campaign from PASC UK and UK Hospitality.

The introduction of a bed tax will make your holiday more expensive, whether you stay with us or with anyone else. In fact, for a two-week family break, it can easily add over £100 to the price.

We are asking for your help to stop it.

It takes less than a minute to go to the Stop the Holiday Tax website, find out how much extra you will have to pay on your holiday and write to your MP to tell them to Stop the Holiday Tax.

Why is the Holiday Tax a bad idea?

  • Families will pay more. You will pay an extra charge for every night you are away, and for a family of four on a summer holiday, it could add over £100 to the bill.
  • It hits children hardest. Families don’t take one-night trips. A per-night tax adds up fast, and a percentage charge will add most to breaks in the school holidays.
  • Jobs are at risk – Around 3.5 million people rely on hospitality for their jobs – many are young or part-time workers at holiday parks, hotels, cafes, pubs, restaurant and attractions. Higher prices mean fewer visitors and fewer jobs.
  • Local communities lose out – When accommodation costs more, visitors spend less during the day. Tourism is one of our most important employers, from big cities to coastal and rural communities – and this will take cash out of the tills of local employers.

What can you do about it?

Say NO to the Holiday Tax: visit StopTheHolidayTax.uk, enter your details and send a pre-populated email to tell your MP to Stop The Holiday Tax

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