For only £89 this great offer from Groupon entitles two people to stay at the gorgeous Appleby Manor Hotel in the lovely market town of Appleby.  You'll also get breakfast and welcome tea and cake with your stay too.

Should you wish to dine during your stay, you can choose the option to include a two course dinner with prosecco with your stay each for just £40 more - Together you'll pay a total of just £139 for all this, AND you'll also get a £10 spa credit off any treatments over £40 should, you choose to indulge in the spa as part of your visit.

And just on that, the Garden spa is a great place to relax and unwind, with thermal pools, hot tubs, fire pits and more.  Access isn't included with your stay, however when you call to book, you can add access for only £20 each, rather than the normal price of £35!

Two night options are available aswell for an extra £60 on both choices.

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This great offer is valid for Sun - Thurs stays till the end of May, however if you did wish to stay at the weekend, there's an additional supplement of £25 payable to the hotel.  To book, you simply purchase the voucher from Groupon then call the hotel to secure your chosen dates on 017683 51571.

Appleby Manor has great reviews, with a 4.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor!  Have a read of these great Tripadvisor reviews here

(NB:  If you like the sound of the great spa, but not interested in staying over, there's a great Spa Day offer in our separate post here that entitles you to a spa day with 50 minutes of treatments, spa access AND two course lunch for only £69!)

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If you're on a budget, this great guest house offer from Groupon means you and a partner (or you can have the room to yourself) can enjoy a Windermere break for just £49!

You'll stay at the cosy Crompton House B&B, and your stay includes breakfast each too!  There's also options for 2 and three night break vouchers too for just £89 and £129 respectively.  If you wanted to, for only £10 more you can choose the upgrade option to a King / 4 poster room instead!

You can use this great offer to stay any night of the week, however the fine print does state there's a £30 surcharge for Fri / Sat night stays.  If you did want to check specific availability before buying the Groupon, give Crompton house a call on 015394 43020 stating you're looking to use the Groupon voucher.

>Click here to head to Groupon for this great offer and to find out more<

There's some great reviews, with a 4.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor!  Have a read of these great Tripadvisor reviews here

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Lodges are a great accommodation choice to get away as a group or with the family.  Even as a couple or all to yourself they're a great option as they're detached, a literal home from home, all the self catering facilities you need, comfortable rooms and most are now modern with great decor, outside balcony's and round the lot off with a hot tub!

The picturesque Lake District has a great range of lodge resorts and sites, located all over the area so you've plenty of choice if you wanted a quiet resort, one close to the busier areas or a mix of the two. Some have onsite facilities such as restaurants and bars and some even have spa's and a petting zoo!  

We thought we'd list all the different sites and resorts, what they offer and the types of accommodations they have on site.

Handy hint: Checking availability across them all in one go!

Through the individual links to each resort further down, you can check the accommodation types and also availability for that particular resort, but these handy links here, that you may find useful, check across ALL the accommodations and sites in one go! Meaning if you've specific dates in mind you don't have to check each one individually !  Snaptrip is the site that does this and acts as a comparison site and once you enter your dates, party size and any other requirements, will show you what's available and where - it even brings up all the discounted and last minute availability so you're getting the best and cheapest options!

We've automatically added the filters for you, so you can see either all of them, pet friendly ones, hot tub accommodations or a combination of all three!:

All current available lodges

All current available Pet Friendly lodges

All current available Hot Tub lodges

All current available Pet Friendly Hot Tub lodges

And as we said, if you'd like to look at the different resorts individually to see what location suits you best, what they have on site and more, here, below, are all the different lodge sites to consider.

If you wanted to see where they are geographically in the Lake District, scroll right to the bottom where we've set them all up on a map for comparison.  Click on any of the markers to bring up the lodge park where you can also click through the link to take you to more information and booking details about the lodge resort.

Keswick Reach Retreat

This fantastic resort is located about 10 minutes north of Keswick near Bassenthwaite Lake, has all modern lodges, on site traditional pub and restaurant, shop, dog washing area and there's even a spa where you can relax and recieve treatments! (There's no swimming pool however).  Not far from the resort is the Lake District Wildlife Park and the Lakes Whisky Distillery, so plenty to see and do nearby! Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

>Click here to read more, view the lodges and book online<

Ullswater Heights

This new resort opened in July 2019 so is a great modern option that really does have it all! EVERY Single lodge has a hot tub, are all dog friendly and the site itself has so much!  Set in landscaped grounds of a former quarry it has a great on site pub and restaurant, play area for kids and it even has its own petting zoo with alpaca's! And if you wanted an adventurous stay, you can choose to stay in the secluded glamping village in a deluxe safari tent! The resort is located about 7 miles from Ullswater, just off the A66 near Greystoke.

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Thanet Well Retreat

This is a lovely quiet resort with plenty of great lodges to choose from set about 20 minutes north of the A66.  Unlike some of the other sites, there's nothing here such as on site pub / restaurant, so it's ideal if you're after a quiet remote break away from it all.  The premium lodges also have uninterupted views of Blencathra so stunning to look at from your lounge or hot tub!  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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North Lakes Lodges

This is your deluxe lodge park! - This superb lodge site is located a fair way from the main sites of the Lake District, close to the coast near Aspatria, however it's only a half hours drive to Keswick so makes for a great base.  What you do get though, are all luxury, quality, stylish accommodations, all well spaced out and all with beautiful views in it's own lakeside scenery on the cherished Brayton family estate! Each one has it's own luxury hot tub (one even has private sauna and steam room!) and the furnishings are luxurious and deluxe. There's a fantastic restaurant, golf course and fishing - You can even arrange a massage in your lodge! It's an ideal choice for a deluxe honeymoon escape.  No dogs allowed unfortunately.

>Click here to read more, view the lodges and book online<

Avon Wood Lodges

Located right by the south part Lake Windermere, this lovely park has you right in with nature in its own woodland that slopes to the shore of the Lake!  A great selection of lodges to choose from, some with hot tubs, it's a great quiet site ideally located for a Lake District break! Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Hillcroft Park 

This fantastic site is located close to the lovely village of Pooley Bridge and just a short walk to Lake Ullswater.  It's won great awards, has a multitude of accommodation options and has plenty of activities to consider nearby including fishing, sailing, canoeing and lots more!  The setting is tranquil with fantastic mountainous views all round and the lodges are fantastic, with hot tub options to include too!  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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White Cross Bay

This is a great holiday park situated right in the heart of the Lake District on the shores of Windermere with all the great attractions of the area only a stones throw away.  The park has a great onsite pub / restaurant with games for the kids and more, and there's even an indoor pool to enjoy!  The site has a lot of holiday caravans to rent, but there's also a great range of lodges to choose from too which you can see through the link here.  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Fallbarrow Holiday Park

You've got the restaurants, bars, shops and attractions of Bowness on Windermere within walking distance from this lovely park, located right on the shores of Windermere.  Fallbarrow has it's own bar and restaurant too, there's a games centre and outdoor play area and even has a kids club so this is a great resort for families!  There's a good few lodges amongst the accommodations too, however only a few have hot tubs here.  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Limefitt Park

This lovely quiet lodge site is just off Kirkstone pass, centrally located to get you to Ullswater, Ambleside or Windermere, all within a short drive.  It has a family lounge bar, adventure playground and beautiful mountain views.  A great range of wooden lodges and all affordably priced means you're sure to find a great bargain break here.  There may not be hot tub lodges here, but there's plenty of dog friendly lodges - update the filter to see these pet friendly accommodations.

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Pound Farm

Pound Farm is a small tranquil park with a good few lodges and rural setting.  Located just off the main road to Kendal and Windermere, it's a great central location to visit these places.  There may not be the on site facilities like other parks, but there's a good range of affordable lodges to choose from and the site makes for a great quiet break.

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Crake Valley

If you're a fan of Coniston, this lodge park is ideal as it's located close to the Lake and a short drive to the village and attractions.  The park is part of the Bouja luxury boutique range so each lodge is stylishly decorated with country chic, modern furnishings and if selected, you can choose ones with a hot tub too!  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

>Click here to read more, view the lodges and book online<

Bassenthwaite Lakeside Lodges

With Lake views, woodland setting and modern lodges with hot tubs, this great lodge park is a great choice for your Lake District break!  As the name suggests, it's set right on the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake about 7 miles from Keswick.  There's fishing options available too here.  The 'Plus' lodges all have hot tubs, and if selected you can opt for Lake view ones too!  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Flusco Wood

Flusco Wood is a lodge park situated in beautiful woodland about 5 miles from Ullswater, just off the A66.  As part of the Bouja collection, each lodge is modernly fitted with stylish interiors and amenities.  There's a play area for the kids and dog walking area for the dogs.  Plenty of the lodges have hot tubs too if you wanted to choose one.  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Brockwood Hall Lodges

Situated in the far south east of Cumbria, this popular lodge park is close to Millom.  The lodges are of a scandinavian style and have all the home from home comforts you need.  Select one with a hot tub and you and your group can bubble away under the stars after a good day's hiking! Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Hartsop Fold Lodges

The village of Patterdale is popular with walkers and it's location to Ullswater and the surrouding fells makes it an ideal base to explore the area from!  Each lodge is modernly decorated and a comforting home to come back to.  With hot tub options and pet friendly lodges, if you're after a group break close to Ullswater, you'll be at home at this lovely quiet site.  Update the filter to see hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Meadows End Lodges

Close to the Cartmel, famous for its sticky toffee pudding, famous restaurant, racecourse and Cartmel priory, there's certainly plenty to keep you occupied in the local area.  The contemporary lodges here great - modern furnishings and set in tranquil meadowland! Update the filter to see the hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Lakesway

Lakesway is a 5 star rated site in Levens, just off the A6 as you enter the Lake District.  With Kendal and Windermere just a short drive away, this makes for a great base to explore from! There's a great range of accommodations to choose from, great modern lodges and hot tub ones too.  There's an onsite play area for children and the fantastic bar and restaurant.  It even has it's own concierge service!  Update the filter to see the hot tub lodges / pet friendly accommodations should you choose to.

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Take a look at the map below where you can see which lodge park is in what location.  Ideal if you were looking to be around a particular area for your break!

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As value breaks go, it's hard to argue you're getting a fair bit for your money with this offer from Groupon! For just £99 you and a friend / partner (or you could always have the room to yourself) can stay at the Newby Bridge Hotel, not far from the bottom of Lake Windermere, for just £99..  that's just £50 each for a great Lake District stay if two of you go!

But you don't just get your stay, you'll also get breakfast, dinner, access to the leisure facilities AND tickets for a Lake Cruise each too!  Should you want to make a two night break of it, there's an option to select to do so, and the cost for two nights ends up being just £50 more!

You can easily check availability and book this great offer online too.  Simply select the one or two night option and it will show the available dates in the calendar.  Note that for Friday / Saturday stays there's an additional £20. Dogs allowed too for an extra £10 supplement.

>Click here to head to Groupon for this great offer and to find out more<

There's some great reviews, with a 4 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor!  Have a read of these great Tripadvisor reviews here

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Buyagift have a wide range of great gift and experience vouchers that make for ideal and unique presents for all occasions - or you can simply treat yourself and buy them for anything you yourself may fancy!

One such voucher is for TWO people to enjoy an Ullswater cruise AND a bottle of bubbly!  Normally this would be £39, but you can get 15% off this price with our discount code:  BITL2020  ..reducing the cost to just £33.15!

>Click here to head to Buyagift for this great offer and to find out more<

Simply select 'Buy Now' and once on the checkout screen, enter the discount code in the relevant field.  You'll then see the price reduce to only £33.15!

Then simply turn up and book your cruise using your voucher or call Ullswater Steamers direct on 017684 82229 to discuss booking.  They'll simply take the voucher reference number as payment and issue you with your tickets and bubbly!

A great way to enjoy a discounted Lake cruise with bubbly, or alternatively, with the gift packaging option, this makes a fantastic gift to give someone!  

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One of the most romantic hotels in the Lake District?  It's certainly hard to argue.  With it's beautiful boutique decor, cosy rooms and stunning views all round, you can certainly romance your partner in style - and with dinner and spa access included, you're fully covered for the loving getaway!

With this great offer from Wowcher, two people can stay here at the beautiful Broadoaks Country House 5* Hotel, Windermere - and as mentioned, to make your stay extra special, you both also get breakfast, cream tea on arrival, passes to leisure facilities AND 4 course dinner each!... and all for only £169 for the 2 of you!

This great voucher available from Wowcher can be used for breaks up to the end of June.  If you wanted to check availability for specific dates prior to purchasing the Wowcher, give Broadoaks a call on 015394 45566 to see quoting that you'd like to book using the Wowcher.

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The leisure facilities you'll have access to are at the fantastic Low Wood Bay hotel 3 miles away (Note: This doesn't include access to the newly opened spa). You can enjoy the indoor pool and jacuzzi's AND the brand new outdoor thermal pool and Swedish style sauna - Both overlooking lake Windermere!
Be sure to check the fine print for possible additional charges - If you want to bring a dog, there's an additional £25 (and the fine print states you need to book a suite), and weekend stays (which are limited) also incur an additional charge (£25 for Friday nights and £50 for Saturdays! - Ouch!).

The reviews really do say it all and with the 4.5 out of 5 Tripadvisor rating, you can be sure of a luxury break! Have a read of the excellent Tripadvisor reviews here

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There's not many places you can stay for £39 in remote surroundings, with walks and mountain stream views from your doorstep, great bar and restaurant and a delicious breakfast each morning - But you're in luck, because this great offer from Wowcher means you get just that! Staying at the cosy Shap Wells Hotel, Shap.

You can book a room for £39 (which means if two of you stay that works out at a bargain £20 per person!.. including your breakfast each!). 

The hotel is in the slightly remote area of Shap, down a winding road through a farm track (on your first visit you may think you've taken a wrong turn!), however you're just off the M6 and only a short drive to Ullswater, Kendal and other great Lake District locations, so this makes for an ideal base to explore from by car.

You can easily check availability and book this great offer online too through Wowcher! The offer has valid dates upto the 31st March, including weekends where available (for no extra surcharge!).

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There's some good reviews aswell, with a 3.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor! Have a read of them here.

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