Always fancied a boating holiday? This summer, set sail to see the best of England out from the waters of the Lake District National Park.
From sailing dinghies and rowing boats to motorboats, there are plenty of ways to get out on the water with boating holidays, Lake-District-style. Hit the water from Coniston Boating Centre, or explore Windermere, the largest lake in England. Best of all, we at Breakfree Holidays have taken the hassle out of holiday planning and found the best places (with the best price guarantee) to stay and sail to your heart’s content.
There’s more than just one site available! Enjoy exclusive pricing, and check out our favourite properties for Lake District boating holidays below.
- Parkdean Resorts Limefitt
- Parkdean Resorts White Cross Bay
- Parkdean Resorts Fallbarrow
- Haven Lakeland
1. Parkdean Resorts Limefitt
Location: Windermere, Cumbria
Best for: Exploring the Troutbeck Valley and Lake Windermere
Unwind and let your senses wander in the serene Troutbeck Valley, with stunning mountain scenery by the river. This idyllic holiday park offers the perfect Lake District location from which to explore the nearby lake, charming towns and villages, and of course, experience nature at its finest.
Whether it’s fishing, horseback riding, long hill walks or organising a boat hire to cruise on Lake Windermere, there’s such a great range of activities available that everyone will love. Whether you’re a family or a couple, this professionally managed relaxing retreat is a fantastic choice.
Taking out a boat hire is the best way to explore the largest lake in England. Skim the waters atop a sailboat, or climb aboard Windermere Lake Cruises. This cruise offers a 45-90 minute trip to give you the best view of the stunning scenery all around. There’s even indoor and outdoor seating, so you can be prepared for any turns in the weather!
Facilities: You’ll find a great range of accommodation options here, with fantastic caravans, cottages and lodges available to make your stay memorable. There are also dog-friendly models, so you don’t have to be parted from your pooch on your Lake District holiday.
At the end of a day well spent out on the lakes, sit back and relax with a warm meal or a refreshing drink at the Haybarn Inn. Additionally, there are loads of onsite activities such as horse-riding in the valleys or the adventure playground with a zip-wire for kids of all ages to take advantage of.
Head to the Breakfree Holidays website to book your Lake District National Park holiday today!
2. Parkdean Resorts White Cross Bay
Location: Windermere, Cumbria
Best for: Lake Windermere Boat Hire
If you’re dreaming of boating holidays in the Lake District, then this is the one for you! This holiday park offers a gorgeous location right on the shore of Windermere’s famous lake, so you can soak up the magnificent views of the surrounding nature from your doorstep.
Once you’ve had your fill of the tranquil lake, head over to the Low Wood Bay Watersport Centres to enjoy action-packed activities such as waterskiing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding and canoeing. For the adrenaline seekers among you, this is a must!
Alternatively, cruise the lake at a slower pace inside an Edwardian steam launch. The Windermere Jetty museum offers an engrossing look into the history of boat-building in the Lake District with all sorts of boats exhibited in the Boathouse, followed by a trip on the water afterwards.
Facilities: There are boat launch facilities at the marina on-site, and boats are available for hire at the lake itself. The facilities here are endless, with an indoor pool, gym sauna, steam room and children’s play areas to name a few. Kick back, relax and enjoy the menu at the park restaurant and bar, or pick out a sun-filled spot in the beer garden after your fun-filled day.
The accommodation on offer is a vast assortment of caravans and luxury lodges. Some accommodation even includes a hot tub for that next-level pampering you deserve! Additionally, dog-friendly options are available, so you don’t need to be parted from your furry friend while on holiday in Bowness-on-Windermere.
3. Parkdean Resorts Fallbarrow
Location: Windermere, Cumbria
Best for: Floats on Bowness Bay and Lake Windermere
This five-star rated holiday park is the perfect spot for your boating holidays this year. Why? Because although you’re amidst a woodland haven, you’re also right on the water on the eastern shore of the largest lake in England. You can enjoy phenomenal views of an area of outstanding natural beauty, and get stuck into that sailing action!
Being just a bunny hop from Bowness Bay is sure to delight, as Bowness-on-Windermere is the lake’s top tourist area, with lovely shops, restaurants, hotels, sailing lessons and yachts available for hire.
Facilities: This wonderful holiday park has access to boat launch facilities and marina moorings, cottages and caravans and fantastic facilities to top it all off. The accommodations look incredible and cater for all as one of the largest cottage providers. Live it up in luxury lodges, and bring your pup to dog-friendly accommodation options. There are also wheelchair facilities available to make boating holidays at the lake more accessible for everyone.
The Willow Bar and Restaurant has been transformed for 2021, so you can have a cocktail made by an expert mixologist followed by a delicious meal on the new premium food menu, the first of its kind across all of the parks. Admire the beautiful bay window views while you dine in style.
4. Haven Lakeland
Location: Flookburgh, Cumbria
Best for: Seeing the Lake District National Park and Morecambe Bay
One thing’s for sure: you won’t fall short of things to do both in and out of this amazing holiday park! While a trip to the lakes is definitely on the menu, make sure to get yourself to Morecambe Beach for some sandcastle building and seaside frolics!
For a day off the water, there’s nearby Kendal, which has two castles, museums and many historical buildings and bridges for you to wander around. A visit to the Lakes Aquarium offers underwater creatures and a virtual dive for intrepid explorers looking for something a bit different on a rainy day.
Buttermere Lake also has some of the best walks in the Lake District and great views of the surrounding mountains, making it so popular with tourists from all across the country. Don those hiking boots and get up to see these unmissable sights!
Facilities: Anyone for tennis? Golf? Archery? Bungee trampolining? You’ll be booked out from sun-up to sun-down with all the onsite activities here. There’s even an activity lake for watersports, as well as an indoor and outdoor pool.
This year has also brought a whole new range of upgraded accommodation options, with luxury lodges overlooking the lake or your comfortable classic caravan. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to have a wonderful time.
Looking for Even More Boating Holidays?
Got your sights set on the individually inspected boats of a Le Boat holiday in Scotland? Or perhaps you would rather take a canal boat down the Thames waterways. Whatever incredible waterway holiday you dream of, we at Breakfree Holidays are happy to help make it a reality with amazing last-minute discounts.
Explore the Breakfree Holidays website to get booking your boating adventure today!