Best for: Families seeking a peaceful lodge break close to Ullswater, Penrith and the northern Lake District.
Accommodation Types: Self catering luxury lodges.
Highlights: Contemporary lodges set in a quiet woodland setting with private outdoor space. Convenient location for exploring Ullswater, Penrith and surrounding Lake District fells.

Flusco Wood offers modern self catering lodge accommodation set within peaceful woodland on the edge of the Lake District National Park. The lodges provide comfortable open plan living areas and outdoor decking, creating a relaxing base for countryside holidays.

The location places guests just a short drive from Ullswater, one of the Lake District’s most scenic lakes, with opportunities for walking, cycling and watersports. The nearby town of Penrith offers shops, cafés and local pubs, while the surrounding fells and lakes provide endless opportunities for outdoor exploration.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a quiet lodge retreat with woodland surroundings, modern accommodation and easy access to Ullswater and the northern Lake District.

Best for: Couples, families and outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful base close to Ullswater and Pooley Bridge.
Accommodation Types: Luxury lodges, static caravans, glamping pods, camping, cottages and touring pitches.
Highlights: Hillside park with panoramic views across Ullswater and the surrounding fells. Award winning facilities and a short walk to Pooley Bridge village and the lake.

Hillcroft Park Holiday Park is an award winning park set on a hillside above the lakeside village of Pooley Bridge, offering a range of accommodation including lodges, holiday homes, glamping pods and touring pitches. The peaceful setting and landscaped grounds provide a relaxing base with impressive views over Ullswater and the surrounding Lake District hills.

The location places guests within a short walk of Ullswater and Pooley Bridge, making it easy to enjoy lakeside walks, boat trips and watersports. Walking, cycling, sailing and canoeing are all popular in the area, with the wider Lake District National Park easily accessible for scenic adventures.

Why it’s a top pick:It’s a top pick for visitors who want a peaceful Lake District holiday park with outstanding views, varied accommodation and easy access to Ullswater and surrounding fell walks.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quiet glamping stay near Penrith and Ullswater.
Accommodation Types: Luxury glamping pods, shepherd’s huts and bell tents.
Highlights: Unique glamping accommodation set on a working farm with open countryside views. Easy access to walking routes, farm animals and wildlife spotting.

Lowside Farm Glamping offers a tranquil glamping experience on a family-run working farm in the Lake District, combining rustic charm with outdoor adventure. Guests stay in well-appointed pods, huts or tents that bring the countryside close, with scenic views and peaceful settings for relaxation.

The location places guests within easy reach of the Lake District’s rolling hills, villages and scenic lakes, with countryside walking routes nearby. Classic Lakeland attractions such as Ullswater, Pooley Bridge and Howtown are all within short driving distance, making it a great base for exploring the national park.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a unique glamping holiday that blends farmyard charm with easy access to countryside walks, wildlife and classic Lake District landscapes.

Best For: Riverside stays, peaceful breaks, walkers
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans, touring & camping
Highlights: River Lowther setting, woodland walks, close to Ullswater

Lowther Holiday Park sits beside the River Lowther in a quiet woodland setting near Penrith, offering lodges, caravans and spacious touring and camping pitches. With riverside walks, play areas and a calm, natural atmosphere, it suits guests seeking a peaceful base close to the outdoors.

Its location provides quick access to Ullswater, Lowther Castle, the Eden Valley and a range of walking and cycling routes. The combination of tranquil surroundings and easy reach of major Lake District attractions makes Lowther a strong choice for couples and families.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a quiet, scenic park close to Ullswater and key northern Lake District landmarks.

Best for: Families seeking a peaceful lodge break near Penrith with countryside and water views.
Accommodation Types: Self-catering luxury lodges.
Highlights: Contemporary lodges with private outdoor space close to lakes and scenic trails. Tranquil rural setting ideal for relaxation, walking and nature spotting.

Thanet Well Lodge Retreat offers stylish self-catering lodges set in a serene Lake District location, combining comfort with beautiful natural surroundings. Each lodge provides modern interiors and outdoor space perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the fells, lakes and countryside.

The location places guests within easy reach of the Lake District National Park’s iconic landscapes, with scenic walking and cycling routes nearby. Local villages, lakes and traditional pubs are all accessible for day trips and leisurely afternoons in classic Lakeland settings.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a peaceful lodge holiday with scenic countryside and water views, direct access to outdoor activities and quick reach of Lake District highlights.

Best For: Lake District lodge breaks, hot tub stays, family holidays near Ullswater
Accommodation Types: Lodges, safari tents
Highlights: Private hot tubs, Lake House Bar and Restaurant, adventure golf, playground, Farmer Jack’s shop

Ullswater Heights is a Lake District holiday park near Greystoke and Penrith, with lodge and safari tent accommodation in landscaped grounds around a lake. Each holiday stay includes a private hot tub, with dog friendly options available for guests bringing pets.

The park has Lake House Bar and Restaurant, Farmer Jack’s shop, a 9 hole adventure golf course, outdoor playground and dog agility area. Ullswater, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Aira Force, Keswick and the northern Lake District are all within easy reach for days out.

Why it’s a top pick: A Lake District holiday park with hot tub lodges, safari tents, on park dining and easy access to Ullswater and Penrith.

Best For: Lake District lodge breaks, swimming pool stays, Keswick and Ullswater days out
Accommodation Types: Cottages, lodges, hot tub accommodation
Highlights: Indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room, Eden Bar and Restaurant, mini golf, edge of the Lake District National Park

Landal Whitbarrow is a Lake District holiday resort near Penrith and Keswick, set on the edge of the national park at the foot of Blencathra. The resort offers cottage and lodge style accommodation, with hot tub options available for guests who want a more relaxed self catering break.

Facilities include an indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub, gym, outdoor playground, mini golf, cinema room, PlayStation room and Eden Bar and Restaurant. Ullswater, Derwentwater, Keswick, Penrith, Aira Force and the northern Lake District fells are all within reach.

Why it’s a top pick: A Lake District resort with cottage and lodge stays, indoor swimming, on park dining and easy access to Ullswater, Keswick and the northern fells.