Luxury Lake District Christmas breaks

The Lake District transforms during winter, with its icing sugar-dusted fells and frozen lake edges. Traditional Christmas markets spring up in towns like Keswick and Ambleside, where the scents of mulled cider and roasted chestnuts fill the air. Norman churches host candlelit carol services, while cosy pubs entice diners with dishes of roast venison with buttery parsnips. Here, amidst some of England's most spectacular natural scenery, families can reconnect over the quiet spell of winter.

Our collection of properties for Christmas breaks in the Lake District range from the likes of an ex hunting lodge bordering Lake Windermere, to a 17th-century farmhouse complete with roaring fireplaces and an AGA for cooking the turkey and trimmings. Before you arrive, each property is thoughtfully prepared: the halls are decked with baubles and fir, and the fires are laid. Elevate your stay with a private chef who will create all the festive feasts, leaving you free to focus on loved ones.