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Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Ulverston

Consider a holiday cottage in Ulverston, where you can enjoy the charm of a traditional Cumbrian market town. This welcoming destination features cosy cafes and pubs, surrounded by the breathtaking views of South Lakeland’s picturesque countryside—a perfect setting for your getaway.

Located just eight miles north of Barrow-in-Furness, Ulverston is conveniently close to both the stunning Lake District and the beautiful shores of Morecambe Bay. From the distinctive Hoad Monument, which overlooks the town, you can take in views highlighting the area's natural beauty.

Ulverston is also known for its vibrant community and various year-round events. Don’t miss the Lantern Festival, where lanterns made of willow and tissue light up the streets in a captivating display. The town regularly hosts celebrations dedicated to beer, comedy, music, flags, and fashion.

If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday, Ulverston is a fantastic choice, particularly outside the main summer season. Experience the character of this Festival Town, where you’ll create lasting memories amidst the warmth and charm of the local community.

The Gable end of a single-storey barn conversion overlooks a country garden.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Fellside Barn is a gorgeous rural barn conversion offering panoramic views of the hills of Cumbria. The light and airy pet-friendly property in Broughton Beck boasts generous gardens with a large furnished deck and an interior blending reminders of yesteryear with open-plan, contemporary comforts.

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A large 2-storey holiday cottage with an extensive deck overlooks a garden.
Sleeps
25
Bedrooms
13

Eden Lodge is a large holiday cottage in Bardsea with a hot tub overlooking Morecambe Bay. It is close to the Cumbrian coastal town of Ulverston in the Lake District. It has a well-equipped kitchen, a games room, and a hot tub. This large, Edwardian rural holiday home sleeps 25, making it excellent for large group holidays and celebrations all year round.

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A semi-detached cottage with an enclosed front porch and a front garden behind a low stone wall
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The charming countryside Beech Cottage in Scales, Cumbria, sits in the heart of the Cumbrian peninsula, providing families on holiday boundless opportunities to enjoy the coastline of the Furness Estuary or the splendid beauty of Lake District National Park from a dog-friendly welcoming home base.

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A garden table with a parasol sits outside a stone-built barn conversion in Cumbria.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Onsite owners greet you with a welcome package, just the first of many outstanding touches you’ll find with a stay at Woodside Barn, a remote, child-friendly holiday cottage in the secluded hamlet of Pennington on the Cumbrian coast near Ulverston and the Lake District. Sleeps 4.

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Exterior of a 3-storey house with a large covered balcony.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

The River Crake lies at the end of the garden at Sawmill Cottage, a large and charming 18th-century rural holiday cottage near Low Nibthwaite in the South Lakes. The pet-friendly cottage spoils guests with beautiful views, a generous garden, an open fire, a games room and modern comforts blended with old-world charm.

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Front exterior of a stone-built barn conversion in Cumbria with a small, paved courtyard.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Hill Side Barn is a spacious Lake District barn conversion with a hot tub that sleeps six guests seeking a high-quality rural retreat in a quiet rural corner of Cumbria that’s not too far from the best bits of the Southern Lake District and the Cumbrian coast.

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A 2-storey holiday cottage in Ulverston in a converted stone barn surrounded by a low stone wall.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

A cosy romantic holiday cottage in the Lake District for couples near Ulverston, Thimble Cottage is a Cumbrian barn conversion featuring a galleried double bedroom and open plan living area; the cottage lies in a secluded area, close to Ulverston, Coniston, and Furness Coast beaches.

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A modern house with a vine covered 1st floor balcony overlooks a shrub-filled front garden.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Nutwood is a delightful detached cottage perched near Lake Windermere in Lakeside. The pet-friendly cottage is well-positioned for a holiday in Cumbria and the Lake District. It features a spacious furnished deck, lovely grounds, an interior with modern furnishings, an open fire and ample light.

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3-storey stone-built Cumbrian farmhouse in a remote rural location
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

In a secluded rural location, Groffa Crag is a large holiday cottage in the Lake District near Ulverston. This spacious, pet-friendly cottage in Cumbria sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms, perfect for a large family or group holidays within easy reach of the Cumbrian coast, Coniston Water and Windermere.

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As you explore the enchanting cobbled streets of Ulverston, prepare to be captivated by its stunning churches, vibrant houses, and a delightful selection of independent shops. Did you know that Ulverston is the birthplace of the beloved Stan Laurel? A visit here is truly incomplete without experiencing the fantastic Laurel and Hardy Museum, which celebrates their comedic legacy.

Make sure to stop by the Cubria Crystal glassworks, where you can witness the mesmerizing transformation of molten glass into exquisite works of art—or perhaps even take a glass-blowing class yourself and blow your own bauble! For a memorable evening, check out the schedule at Coronation Hall, a charming theatre offering a variety of performances right in the heart of town.

Thanks to its breathtaking location in the Furness Peninsula, Ulverston is the perfect launching point for your adventures in the Lake District. Here, you can indulge in the beauty of shimmering lakes, mist-clad mountains, and the picturesque sandy beaches and fishing villages of Morecambe Bay.

Don’t miss the chance to explore South Lakeland's stunning towns and villages like Grange-over-Sands, Cark-in-Cartmel, Coniston, and Hawkshead, all just a short drive away. Experience the unspoiled countryside surrounding Ulverston, which is ideal for walking and wildlife watching. Plus, as the starting point of the Cumbrian Way, you'll find a remarkable 70-mile route that guides you through some of the region's most breathtaking scenery.