Group Accommodation in the Lake District
Looking for the best Lake District group accommodation? Discover our handpicked selection of large Lake District cottages perfect for groups. With 17 top cottages and over 100 more to choose from at the bottom of the page, you’re sure to find the ideal spot for your getaway. Whether you’re planning a family reunion or a group retreat, these self-catering for groups in the Lake District properties offer spacious living areas and fantastic amenities.
And if you’re bringing your furry friend along, 13 of our cottages are pet-friendly, ensuring everyone can enjoy the luxury of these large, welcoming cottages.
With the team based right in the heart of Cumbria and the Lake District, Visit Cumbria knows the best cottages for your perfect getaway!
Bowness-on-Windermere | Post Knott Lodge | sleeps 12 | no pets
This exceptional property near Windermere lake offers an unforgettable group getaway, embodying the charm of large Lake District cottages. Perfectly positioned just 500 metres from the water, it provides opportunities for private yacht charters, dinner cruises, or breathtaking flights over the fells. Its location in Bowness ensures access to vibrant bars, restaurants, and activities like Michelin-starred dining in Cartmel or hiking around Ambleside. Sleeping up to 12, the property is designed for luxury and comfort, boasting floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic lake views, a state-of-the-art cinema room, and a fully equipped kitchen for shared meals. With six individually styled bedrooms and leisure facilities including a sauna, gym, and steam room, it’s ideal for self-catering for groups in the Lake District. The outdoor terraces with dining areas and lake views make it truly stand out for memorable celebrations.
From £5,478 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Ullswater | Swarthbeck House | sleeps 14 | pet friendly
A spacious 7-bedroom property near Howtown, perfect for group accommodation, whether you’re planning a family gathering, walking trip, or getaway with friends. It has direct access to Ullswater and walking routes like Bonscale Pike right from the door. Inside, there’s plenty of space to relax with a large lounge, games room, and big dining area. Outside, enjoy patios, gardens, and a private stretch of lakeshore shared with just two other cottages—ideal for swimming or paddleboarding. It’s a great spot for getting together and making the most of the Lake District.
From £1,949 pw. More Details & Booking >>
Ullock nr Cockermouth | Ullock Mains | sleeps 14 | pet friendly
The perfect large cottage for family get togethers with 7 large bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 wood burners, 2 kitchens, off road parking for 6 cars and wonderful views all round. Located on the fringes of the Lake District National Park, with beautiful walks straight from the doorstep. Cockermouth and Keswick are a just short drive away, both of which supply plenty of shops, restaurants, pubs and loads of activities for all the family.
£2,407 – £5,823 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Castle Carrock | The New Georgian Era | sleeps 16 | no pets
This spectacularly grand group holiday home for 16 packs a lot of punch. A Georgian villa that has been carefully renovated and designed to make the most of its history, it retains a look of timeless and tasteful style. Each of the 6 bedrooms is uniquely designed – so everyone can pick a favourite to suit their own tastes – and the communal rooms are calm, relaxed spaces where you can wind down after a day exploring. A spacious social kitchen-diner, atmospheric billiard room, tall bay windows and plenty of outside space makes this an enviable location for your Lake District holiday.
From £9,117 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Sockbridge, nr Askham | Yewtree House | sleeps 16 | pet friendly
With everything you need for a multi-generational stay, Yewtree House is an unassuming property on the outside, and beautiful within. Every bedroom has its own en-suite, and the furnishing and décor have all been carefully selected for a comfortable stay. Outside is the real star attraction, though, with spacious decking with seating, an 8-seater hot tub, and even an outdoor shower. A games room, too, will keep youngsters entertained with pool, air hockey, and ping pong. Your nearest lake is Ullswater with its popular water activities, cruises, and bustling villages.
£2,109 – £4,890 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Grizedale Forest | Grizedale Lodge | sleeps 16 | pet friendly
A former hunting lodge in the heart of the Lake District’s biggest forest, Grizedale Lodge is a special retreat where you can escape the crowds. With all 8 bedrooms featuring en-suites, every couple or individual can enjoy their privacy, coming together for more social activities in the spacious gardens or living areas. When you’re ready to step outside, Grizedale Forest has plenty to offer, including walking trails, mountain bike hire, art displays, children’s play areas and a Go Ape course.
£2,337 – £5,102 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Lyth Valley | The Country House | sleeps 16 | pet friendly
This group holiday cottage is as stunning to look at as it is to stay in. Built in the 19th century, it retains impressive features such as decorative wall panelling and fire surrounds. Yet it has been fully brought into the modern era with luxe furnishings and modern features. Don’t miss time out on the balcony, which overlooks the natural verdant splendour of the lush Lyth Valley. When it comes to food and drink, you’re well prepared with a commercial kitchen and bar. Nearby, you’ll find picturesque villages and countryside walks, as well as Lake Windermere and the bustling town of Bowness.
£4,742 – £6,530 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Kirkby Lonsdale | Salt & Oak | sleeps 18 | pet friendly
Salt & Oak is a fairytale mansion in the Yorkshire Dales, surrounded by woodland and rolling countryside. It’s the ideal location for a large group holiday thanks to its extensive luxury facilities. On sunny days, explore 60 acres of grounds, including a lake hot tub and – if you’re feeling energetic – tennis courts. For wetter weather, there’s a games room with snooker table and cocktail bar. In the evening, pick a bottle or two from the stunning wine cellar and relax together in front of one of the open fires.
From £16,716 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Cockermouth | Verdant Escape | sleeps 18 | pet friendly
Bordering the Lake District and the colourful market town of Cockermouth, Verdant Escape is the epitome of quality and class. From its breathtaking mountain views to its landscaped gardens, there is everything to love at this group getaway. Take a stroll into the nearby town to explore its independent shops and the childhood home of William Wordsworth, or simply take a turn around the six acres of gardens with their flowers, ponds, vegetable patches and much more. A huge dining table provides enough space for everyone to dine together, and all you have to worry about is who gets the stunning master bedroom with its floor-to-ceiling windows and copper bath!
From £9,117 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Abbeytown | West Border Farm | sleeps 18 | pet friendly
This is a big, fun property sleeping 18 people in eight bedrooms. Located under the huge skies of the Solway Plain, an AONB near the Cumbrian Coast, it’s also within easy reach of the North Lake District fells and lakes. Having the best time is key here with a games room with darts, air hockey and table football. The adjacent purpose built timber barn hosts a bar and luxury hot tub. Outside there is a small children’s play area and a covered outdoor kitchen with large gas BBQ and pizza oven. Wow!
£1,982 – £6,364 per week. More Details & Booking>>
Newlands Valley | Swinside Lodge | sleeps 20 | pet friendly
It’s hard to pick the best feature at this group cottage. Could it be the mountain views of the peaceful Newlands Valley? Or how about the fire pit in the spacious lawned garden? Perhaps it’s the bespoke oak kitchen that most impresses you. Whatever first catches your eye, Swinside Lodge is sure to delight all who enter. Superb en-suite bedrooms and a games room are the double cherry on top of this fabulous retreat. And all this within a stone’s throw of some of the Lake District’s most popular attractions, including Buttermere, Keswick, Derwentwater and Whinlatter Forest.
£3,783 – £9,205 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Coniston | Coppermines Mountain Cottages | sleeps 22 | pet friendly
This collection of four interconnecting cottages offers a perfect option for smaller groups that want to holiday together but who still like their own space. In the stunning mountain countryside surrounding Coniston, these quirky cottages are brimming with history brought to life thanks to the restored working waterwheel. Looking more to the present, you can expect all modern comforts and luxuries, including four hot tubs, bike storage and wood burners. All this in the most spectacular of scenery.
£3,624 – £6,622 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Graythwaite nr Windermere | Nature’s Fairest Forms | sleeps 24 | pet friendly
This group holiday cottage is well named – its location really is amongst some of “nature’s fairest forms” in the shape of Windermere, England’s longest natural lake, and the mountain countryside that surrounds it. The former country pile – part of a larger estate – has plenty of reference to its heritage. Homely furnishings sit comfortably amongst the dark wooden beams, window seats and panelled walls. With easy access to the lake and its surrounding attractions, plus a communal pool and adventure activities on the estate, there’s plenty for the whole group to get involved with.
£6,832 – £16,187 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Hawkshead | Low Graythwaite Hall | sleeps 24 | pet friendly
This setting is so idyllic you’ll think you’ve stepped right into a fairytale. Think rippling streams, scented gardens, and old wooden beams. It certainly seems as though fairy dust has been sprinkled over this property with its opulent furnishings and lush setting. Down all your worries as you walk through the door and float away on a cloud of relaxation. Excellent for multi-family getaways, there are separate and shared areas so that you can enjoy a social holiday whilst also retreating to your own space when needed.
£4,231 – £9,798 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Lorton Valley | The Old Homestead | sleeps 25 | no pets
Sleeping 25, and with 10 en suite bedrooms, this historic home has more than enough space for the entire extended family! Admire all the antiques dotted around the house while you pick your room and, once you’ve unpacked, head straight out to soak up that view! Adrenaline seekers will enjoy the mountain biking opportunities nearby, including the famous routes at Whinlatter Forest. Or beach lovers can head to the Solway Coast for long sandy beaches and quaint villages.
£2,960 – £5,370 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Bowness-on-Windermere | The Oaks | sleeps 25 | no pets
A fellside country house with plenty to offer, The Oaks could be your next destination for a family celebration or a relaxing retreat. Built in the 1800s and fully renovated in 2017, no expense has been spared. Once you’ve spent a day exploring the local area – and there’s plenty to see with mountain walks, Windermere lake, and Bowness all nearby – get ready to soothe away all your aches and pains in the hot tubs and sauna. Then settle down into one of the multiple roomy social spaces to plan tomorrow’s excursions – why not considering hiring a private boat and skipper? It’s all possible here!
£4,242 – £10,483 per week. More Details & Booking >>
Ulverston | Ellie’s Lodge | sleeps 26 | no pets
Ellie’s Lodge is the ultimate group accommodation in Ulverston, perfect for school reunions, birthdays, hen and stag parties, or family get-togethers. With 12 en-suite bedrooms, a private bar, hot tub, sauna, and entertainment area, it’s designed for fun and relaxation. The spacious open-plan layout ensures everyone stays connected, while the modern kitchen and dining areas make hosting a breeze. Just a short walk from Ulverston’s bars and restaurants, it’s an ideal base for exploring the South Lakes and beyond.
From £3,327 per week. More Details & Booking >>
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