Holiday Homes in Coniston

For a quieter corner of the southern Lakes with an outsized story to tell, make for Coniston. This former copper-mining and slate village sits at the head of Coniston Water beneath the great whaleback of the Old Man of Coniston, and it rewards a slower, more thoughtful kind of holiday. The lake, the fells and the village's rich history give it a character all its own, a little off the busy central-Lakes track but all the better for it.

The water is the obvious draw. You can sail the lake aboard the restored Victorian steam yacht Gondola, now in the care of the National Trust, or cross to Brantwood, the lovely home of the artist and thinker John Ruskin, who spent his last thirty years here. In the village, the Ruskin Museum holds the story of Coniston, including the rebuilt Bluebird in which Donald Campbell chased his water speed records on the lake. Above it all, the Old Man of Coniston, a little over 800 metres, gives a grand half-day climb with old mine workings and a glorious summit view.

Walkers, families and lovers of literary history will all feel at home here, and the surrounding fells and tarns reward exploring on foot. This is the countryside that inspired Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons, yours to roam at leisure. Choose one of our Coniston holiday homes and let this characterful village, its lake and its legendary fell become the backdrop to your week.

2 Gateside Cottages, ConistonSykes Cottages

2 Gateside Cottages, Coniston

Coniston, Cumbria

This historic mid-terrace has two bedrooms including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, a kitchen/diner and a sitting room. Appliances include an electric oven and…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Gatesgarth, ConistonSykes Cottages

Gatesgarth, Coniston

Coniston, Cumbria

Gatesgarth is a luxury, contemporary converted bungalow set in the Coniston countryside. The property has four bedrooms, a super-king-size with TV and en-suite shower room, a ground-floor super-king…

  • 8 sleeps
  • 4 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Three SpringsHolidaycottages.co.uk

Three Springs

Coniston, Cumbria

The property lies in an fantastic location nestled below Coniston Old Man the mountain that dominates the area. Walkers will be rewarded with memorable views from the top…

  • 5 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Dormouse Cottage, Coniston, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Dormouse Cottage, Coniston, Cumbria

Coniston, Cumbria

Dormouse Cottage sits over two floors and consists of a kitchen/diner with a double electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machine, along with a lounge featuring…

  • 3 sleeps
  • 2 bed
Fieldmouse Cottage, ConistonSykes Cottages

Fieldmouse Cottage, Coniston

Coniston, Cumbria

Fieldmouse Cottage consists of a kitchen/dining area with an electric oven with halogen hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, and a utility room with a washer, along with a…

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
1 Lake View, ConistonSykes Cottages

1 Lake View, Coniston

Bowmanstead, Cumbria

This end-terrace cottage has a kitchen/diner with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, and a dining table for four guests, and a sitting room…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Two Lake View, ConistonSykes Cottages

Two Lake View, Coniston

Bowmanstead, Cumbria

Two Lake View is a terraced cottage situated just outside the village of Coniston in the Lake District overlooking the top of Coniston Water. Hosting three bedrooms; two…

  • 5 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Days BankCottages.com

Days Bank

Coniston, Cumbria

Days Bank is a holiday home in Coniston, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 4 guests, it holds a 4-star rating. This is the one most people come for. The…

  • 4 sleeps
Lavender Cottage in Coniston, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Country location. Lake views.Sykes Cottages

Lavender Cottage in Coniston, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Country location. Lake views.

Coniston, Cumbria

Lavender Cottage consists of a kitchen/diner with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine, a dining area, and a sitting area with…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Bluebell CottageCottages.com

Bluebell Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Bluebell Cottage is a holiday home in Coniston, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 4 guests, it holds a 4-star rating. This is the one most people come for. The…

  • 4 sleeps
Mountain RetreatHolidaycottages.co.uk

Mountain Retreat

Coniston, Cumbria

This cosy romantic pod is the perfect getaway for a couple and your idea of the perfect Lake District. Here footpaths lead to the summit of the Old…

  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Heathwaite Farm Hay BarnHolidaycottages.co.uk

Heathwaite Farm Hay Barn

Coniston, Cumbria

This property is located on the owner's small farm up a steep narrow hill in the picturesque Lake District National Park. It enjoys a fantastic location close to…

  • 5 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Heathwaite Farm Bracken BarnHolidaycottages.co.uk

Heathwaite Farm Bracken Barn

Coniston, Cumbria

If your idea of the perfect Lake District holiday is to have magnificent lake views walks from your doorstep up onto mountain paths a village within walking distance…

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome
FairsnapeHolidaycottages.co.uk

Fairsnape

Coniston, Cumbria

This property is located just outside the village of Coniston which provides a range of amenities such as a choice of eateries and pubs as well as several…

  • 12 sleeps
  • 6 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Garden Cottage At Coniston, ConistonSykes Cottages

Garden Cottage At Coniston, Coniston

Bowmanstead, Cumbria

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
Coniston CottageCottages.com

Coniston Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Coniston Cottage is a holiday home in Coniston, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 4 guests, it holds a 4-star rating. Dogs are welcome. This is the one most people…

  • 4 sleeps
  • Dogs welcome
Thurston ViewCottages.com

Thurston View

Coniston, Cumbria

Thurston View is a holiday home in Coniston, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 4 guests, it holds a 3-star rating. This is the one most people come for. The…

  • 4 sleeps
Carrie's GateCottages.com

Carrie's Gate

Coniston, Cumbria

Carrie's Gate is a holiday home in Coniston, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 5 guests, it holds a 4-star rating. Dogs are welcome. This is the one most people…

  • 5 sleeps
  • Dogs welcome
Waverley, Coniston, Cumbria. Semi-detached. Lakeland property. 8 bedrooms. Pet-friendly. Woodburner.Sykes Cottages

Waverley, Coniston, Cumbria. Semi-detached. Lakeland property. 8 bedrooms. Pet-friendly. Woodburner.

Coniston, Cumbria

Waverley is a semi-detached property with a kitchen/diner, utility, basement and a sitting room. Appliances include an electric range cooker, halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, washing machine,…

  • 16 sleeps
  • 8 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Sunbeam Cottage, Coniston, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Sunbeam Cottage, Coniston, Cumbria

Bowmanstead, Cumbria

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
Becks Fold, The Lake District And CumbriaSykes Cottages

Becks Fold, The Lake District And Cumbria

Bowmanstead, Cumbria

A wonderful modern and stylish base for families or friends, this detached property is less than a mile from the popular village of Coniston, in the Lake District…

  • 10 sleeps
  • 4 bed
Rooftops, ConistonSykes Cottages

Rooftops, Coniston

Coniston, Cumbria

Rooftops is a second-floor apartment resting within Coniston. It comes with two bedrooms, comprising of a king-size double and a twin bedroom, together sleeping four people and serviced…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Timley Knott, ConistonSykes Cottages

Timley Knott, Coniston

Bowmanstead, Cumbria

The open-plan living space includes a kitchen housing an electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, a sitting area with woodburning stove and there is also a…

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Yewdale Crags ApartmentHolidaycottages.co.uk

Yewdale Crags Apartment

Coniston, Cumbria

Sleeping four guests this charming property is set in a walker's paradise. Find walking inspiration in the property's views towards Yewdale fells. Venture towards Coniston's lake shore (0.5…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome