There is no wrong time to visit the Lakes, only different moods. A season-by-season guide to the weather, the crowds and the quietest months, to help you choose.
Lake District Holiday Homes
Yew Tree Cottage Borrowdale, Borrowdale, Cumbria
1 / 12Wi-FiLog FireParkingEnclosed GardenChild Friendly
From £870 per week
Up to £5,700 at peak
Prices are a guide only. Always check current rates when booking.
4Sleeps
3Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
We may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. More info
Amenities
Oil central heating and wood burning stove (starter supply of logs provided), electric range cooker with five ring hob and double oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/drier, Smart TV. Cottage garden. Private parking for two cars. Wifi. Two pet dogs welcome. Charge Your EV with QUBEV Smart App (Prepay with Reservations £50). Boot store with space for storing 2 bikes.
Accommodation
Maximum 4 adults, Bedrooms: 1 King size with ensuite shower room, 1 twin or Superking, 1 single suitable for child only. Bathroom with bath with shower over basin and WC. Shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area.
Our blog
Why a Holiday Home Beats a Hotel in the Lake District
For many Lake District trips, a self-catering holiday home wins on space, freedom and value, and it is the easy answer for families, groups and anyone bringing the dog.
A Long Weekend in the Lake District: How to Spend Three Days
Three days is just enough to fall for the Lakes. A relaxed long-weekend plan, from a first-evening cruise to a fell walk and a gentle final day among the villages.