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Skelwith Fold Caravan Park - Self Catering
About
If you’re looking for luxury Lake District holiday cottages to rent in the very heart of the National Park, then the Skelwith Fold Cottages are just what you need! Situated at the edge of the former Lakeland palatial estate of Skelwith Fold Manor, our self-catering cottages provide a convenient base from which to explore The Lakes.
Escape to Skelwith Fold for an unforgettable stay in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Our luxury self-catering accommodation is ideally suited to families, friends or couples looking to enjoy a well-earned break in the great outdoors.
Our Ambleside holiday rentals are available to book year round and are comfortable, whatever the weather. Spend cosy evenings in front of the fire in the winter or quality family time outside when it’s nice and warm.
We have 3 holiday cottages to rent in Lake District for you to choose from – all finished to a high standard with luxury soft furnishings and modern fixtures and fittings throughout. We’ve worked hard to create welcoming properties that are clean and modern, without loosing any of their original character or charm.
Two of the cottages are dog friendly, so you can treat your four-legged friend to a pet friendly holiday in the Lake District. All of our holiday cottages have private hot tubs where you can sit back and relax at the end of a busy day.
Guide Prices
Number of Rooms / Units
130
Room / Unit Type Room / Unit Tariff*
Touring Pitches - £27.60 per touring pitch per night normally with one car and up to 6 people
Fully Serviced (Premium) Pitch - £40.60 per touring pitch per night normally with one car and up to 6 people
Glamping Hideaway (sleeps 2) - from £670.70 per week for 2 persons
Glamping Family Hideaway (sleeps 6) - from £1,179.00 per week for 6 persons
Number One Cottage (sleeps 6) - from £1,908 per week for 6 persons
The Greenhouse Cottage (sleeps 16) from £3,710 per week for 10 persons
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Season (1 Mar 2025 - 20 Nov 2025) |
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Facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- Online Booking Possible
Children
- Children welcome
- Children's outdoor play area
- Cots available
- High chairs available
Cooking Facilities
- Cooker
- Dishwasher
- Electric Hob
- Freezer
- Fridge Freezer
- Microwave cooker
- Oven
Laundry Facilities
- Drying facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Washing machine
Linen & Bedding
- Linen provided
- Towels Provided
Parking
- EV Charging
- On street/public parking
- Private parking
Property Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Dogs Accepted
- Pet Friendly
- WiFi or internet access
Room/Unit Facilities
- Bath
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hairdryer
- Hot Tub
- King-sized bed
- Scenic view
- Shower
- Television
Site Features
- Garden
Target Markets
- Couples
- Families
Tripadvisor
Awards
- Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the South: Leave the M6 at Junction 36 signposted Kendal and the Lake District (A591). Proceed straight on at the next roundabout heading for Windermere and Ambleside. Continue along this road until you reach the Waterhead Traffic Lights. At this point turn left (A5075) beside the lake and follow the signs for Hawkshead. Turn left at the Rugby Club, then cross over the bridge (narrow bridge, care should be taken). Take the first left turning at Clappersgate heading towards Hawkshead (B5286).We are approximately 1 mile along this road on the right.
From the North: Leave the M6 at Junction 40 then follow the (A66) west to Keswick, (do not be tempted by your Sat Nav or map to follow the A592 over the Kirkstone Pass via Patterdale to Ambleside). Pass the village of Threlkeld ignoring the signs for Windermere B5322 and head towards Keswick. You will then pick up the signs for the A591. Follow this road until you reach Ambleside, go through the village (one way) when the road divides into two lanes get into the right hand lane then follow the signs for the (A5075) Hawkshead, and then follow the above Southern directions from the Rugby Club.
SatNav Users, IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our postcode, when entered into most SatNav systems will bring you to a locked gate. If you wish to use SatNav please use our road name B5286 or LA22 0HY which will direct you past our front gate. Look out for our front gate on your right. If you have any problems with these directions please telephone us for assistance.
Public Transport Directions
From the South: Leave the M6 at Junction 36 signposted Kendal and the Lake District (A591). Proceed straight on at the next roundabout heading for Windermere and Ambleside. Continue along this road until you reach the Waterhead Traffic Lights. At this point turn left (A5075) beside the lake and follow the signs for Hawkshead. Turn left at the Rugby Club, then cross over the bridge (narrow bridge, care should be taken). Take the first left turning at Clappersgate heading towards Hawkshead (B5286).We are approximately 1 mile along this road on the right.
From the North: Leave the M6 at Junction 40 then follow the (A66) west to Keswick, (do not be tempted by your Sat Nav or map to follow the A592 over the Kirkstone Pass via Patterdale to Ambleside). Pass the village of Threlkeld ignoring the signs for Windermere B5322 and head towards Keswick. You will then pick up the signs for the A591. Follow this road until you reach Ambleside, go through the village (one way) when the road divides into two lanes get into the right hand lane then follow the signs for the (A5075) Hawkshead, and then follow the above Southern directions from the Rugby Club. SatNav Users, IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our postcode, when entered into most
SatNav systems will bring you to a locked gate. If you wish to use SatNav please use our road name B5286 or LA22 0HY which will direct you past our front gate. Look out for our front gate on your right. If you have any problems with these directions please telephone us for assistance.
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