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Chalets in the Lake District
Do you want to enjoy a holiday in the middle of the beauty of the English countryside? You must visit the wonderful Lake District, one of the most beautiful rural areas that you can find in the whole of the United Kingdom, with cosy and modern chalets surrounded by the greenest nature with mountains and lakes. The Lake District is located in the county of Cumbria in northeast England, recently declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO due to its spectacular landscapes that include the most important set of lakes in the country, high peaks, valleys, and a great variety from charming quaint towns with so much to see and do. In the 200 km² of Lake District, you can do endless outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, cycling, climbing, sailing, swimming and much more. The Lake District is the dream come true for those who love to be in contact with nature, enjoying the tranquillity of the countryside and the best landscapes that have inspired hundreds of artists to make their works.
Enchanting chalets near the biggest mountain in EnglandThe Lake District chalets are perfectly designed so that you can enjoy all the charms of the surroundings without losing the comfort of rest. In these accommodations you can find them fully equipped with a fireplace, gas central heating, and living room with comfortable furniture, Wi-Fi DVD player and Flat TV with cable. Large dining and spacious kitchen that includes pantry, crockery, a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave and more. Cosy rooms to rest, with soft double and king-size beds. Outside you will find beautiful and spacious gardens with a terrace and the best views of Scafell Peak and the surrounding lakes. You cannot miss this wonderful experience in nature, book at any of these great chalets and discover all the beauty of the Lake District.
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Undoubtedly, the Lake District is a charming place with a unique natural beauty that you can find throughout the United Kingdom. It offers its visitors wonderful places to visit and know if you come with your family you can share many pleasant moments touring the surroundings, one of which you cannot miss is the wonderful Lake Windermere, it is one of the most famous and most visited every year across the country. It is one of the largest lakes that you can find in the district at 1.6 km long. You can tour the lake by taking a cruise that makes several stops where you can explore the beautiful nature. Visit the newly renovated Victorian Fell Foot Park where you can have a nice picnic, rent row boats to stroll around the lake and for the little ones enjoy its beautiful playground. If you go to the south of the lake you can discover the Aquarium of the Lakes with the largest collection of freshwater fish in the whole of the United Kingdom. You can also not miss a ride on the fantastic Haverthwaite Steam Railway, so you do not miss any detail of the natural environment of Lake Windermere.
Lake District for hiking loversThe Lake District is one of the best places in England where you can enjoy the best outdoor activities and spend an unforgettable holiday. One of the best towns you will find is undoubtedly Windermere, where one of the most famous lakes is located. However, Windermere is also famed for its incredible hiking trails for all levels that will allow you to enjoy the beautiful natural settings that you will only find in the Lake District. One of the most recommended and most popular routes is the Orrest Head that will take you to one of the highest hills with a viewpoint with the best panoramic views of the whole place. Furthermore, as you stroll through the streets of Windermere you will also find incredible cafés, restaurants, fantastic golf clubs and a fun boat museum.
The Lake District is famous for being one of the largest national parks in England. However, it is also known for having in its environment the Herdwick Sheep, a peculiar breed that is capable of obtaining its sustenance, they are called the Lake District planters.
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The Lake District is much beyond beautiful lakes, mountains, and valleys in its surroundings. You can find a great variety of charming towns and cities with a lot of charm and much to see and do. Ambleside is definitely one of the most famous that the Lake District has, here you can see one of the smallest houses in the UK from the 17th century, you can explore a fantastic Roman fort by the lake, and if you are a nature lover you can take the route Loughrigg Fell hiking trail. Stroll through its picturesque streets and enjoy the wide variety of shops and cafés in the surroundings.
2. Stroll through beautiful DerwentwaterNear the town of Keswick, north of the Lake District, you'll find the lovely town of Derwentwater. Here you can take a guided tour of the lake that will take you to the south where the charming valley of Borrowdale is located where you can explore the surroundings. Additionally, in this picturesque town you can also visit the Catbells ridge for hiking or the Friar's Crag viewpoint to the east for the best views of the place. Finally, you can also take a tour of the fantastic pencil museum, where you will learn how they are made and how they were discovered. Visit the old stone circle of Castlerigg, where you can get the best pictures of the surroundings.
3. Discover the artistic side of the Lake DistrictThe wonderful Lake District has something for everyone. If you are a fan of art you should visit the magnificent Kendall, although it is located a bit far from the lakes, this beautiful place is definitely worth a visit. Here you will find an imposing river, an old castle and the best an incredible art gallery in fact, one of the most beautiful that you can find in the burners, The Abbot Hall is an exquisite gallery with fine art by famous local and international artists where you will find paintings, sculptures, photographs and more. Additionally, in Kendall there is also the Brewery Arts Centre if you like concerts, movies, or theatre you should visit this place. And to enjoy nature, you can take the hiking route to Scout Scar.
4. Visit Beatrix Potter's houseThe beautiful natural settings of the Lake District over the centuries have inspired many artists to do their best. Beatrix Potter, is a renowned writer of children's stories from the early 20th century. In Ambleside you can find Hill Top. An old 17th century farm that was acquired by the writer in 1905, it was the place where she lived and wrote many of her best stories for many years. Currently, the property is managed by the National Trust and you can take a tour of the house where you will find some objects that belonged to the writer, the first edition of her most popular stories, and many interesting facts about her life. Walk through the beautiful garden of the property where you can find a wide variety of plants and flowers.
5. Go up to the impressive Scafell PikeLake District offers you the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic and unforgettable holiday where you can discover all the beauty of the English countryside. One of the best things you can do on this visit is to see the highest mountain in England, the Scafell Pike, at 978 meters high. You will find a great variety of routes to climb for all levels. The views of the park that you will get when you reach the top will take your breath away.
6. Take a tour of picturesque RydallIn the town of Rydall you will find one of the smallest lakes in the park, and it is famous because it was the residence of the poet William Wordsworth for almost 40 years. The writer lived in an old 18th century Tudor house overlooking the lake, where he was inspired to write his famous poem, the Daffodils. In the tour of the house, you can find its original stone floors and wooden beams. Additionally, you can also tour its 4-acre garden with terrace and tearoom. Lastly, don't forget to visit the fantastic Rydall Caves.
7. Discover the fishing village of RavenglassIn addition to beautiful mountains, lakes and valleys in the Lake District you can also find a fantastic fishing village near the Esk and Mite rivers, in the past it served as a naval base for the Romans and you can discover some ruins. Stroll through its picturesque streets and visit the old castle of Muncaster of the 18th century that is still inhabited less than 2 km from the village on the banks of the River Esk.
Information about chalets in Lake District
🏡 Chalets available: | 290 properties. |
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💳 Discount available: | up to -50%. |
🌙 Minimum price per night: | from £33. |
⭐ Most popular amenities: | Wi-Fi, garden and swimming pool. |
🐾 Pet-friendly: | 121 properties. |
👩👩👧👦 For families: | 7% of the properties. |
🏊 With pool: | 27 properties. |