There’s something magical about spending Christmas or New Year in the Lake District. Frost on the fells, log fires crackling, mince pies after a bracing walk, and the warm glow of a village pub on a cold December evening. If you’ve ever dreamt of a countryside Christmas away from the usual routine, our holiday cottages near Penrith are the perfect setting.
Why Spend Christmas in the Lake District?
A self-catering Christmas gives you the freedom to do things your way. You set the pace, choose your own menu, and wake up on Christmas morning to fell views instead of suburban streets. There’s no hotel schedule to follow, no restaurant sittings to book — just your own cosy cottage, your own traditions, and the stunning Cumbrian countryside on the doorstep.
Book Your Christmas Cottage
Our three holiday cottages are all equipped for a comfortable winter stay. Maple Cottage, a 17th-century barn conversion with original oak beams and fireplaces, is particularly magical at Christmas — it’s exactly the kind of place where Christmas should be spent. Fern Cottage sleeps five and has a snug living room and enclosed garden for dogs to stretch their legs. Rittson Cottage in Eamont Bridge offers riverside charm and a pub on the doorstep for New Year’s Eve.
Christmas and New Year bookings fill up early, so if you’re tempted, don’t leave it too long. A Lake District Christmas is something you’ll remember for years.
Looking for somewhere to stay?
Our self-catering cottages near Penrith are the perfect base for exploring the Lake District and Eden Valley. Book direct for the best price.