Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in South Lakeland, Lake District

You will find accommodation in South Lakeland that includes both apartments and cottages that will suit couples, families and groups of all sizes. Whether you are looking for a little bit of luxury or quality on a budget, then you will find some great short break and holiday self catering in South Lakeland in the Lake District.

Dales Way Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The famous Dales Way walk is a long distance footpath of around 80 miles running from the market town of ilkley to the popular tourist village of Bowness. As the name suggests, Dales Way Cottage, the footpath passes the door of the property so is an ... more

Wansfell Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Wansfell Cottage, in the very heart of Ambleside, presents as a rather typical Lakeland stone cottage from the exterior yet, once over the threshold, offers a contemporary designed interior that flows beautifully throughout, blending effortlessly wi... more

Turners Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Just 3 miles south of Coniston Water, near Lowick, Turners Cottage, once part of the local bobbin mill is in an ideal location for discovering the delights of this beautiful part of Lakeland. The cottage sits close to the River Crake, frequented by f... more

Dovestone Cottage, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The popular Yorkshire town of Kirkby Lonsdale is a short drive from Dovestone Cottage, a mere 3 miles, and offers a host of interesting outlets ranging from craft and antique shops to quaint tea rooms serving delicious homemade fayre. The medieval ma... more

Helmswood Farmhouse, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

An ancient Celtic Kingdom deservedly known as The jewel of the Dales Dent is 16 miles East of Kendal in the South East corner of Cumbria, only 3 miles from Sedbergh and lies at the Western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and on the fringes ... more

Brampton, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set on the fringes of bustling Bowness, couples and families alike will appreciate the convenient location of Brampton enabling them to enjoy a host of activities and attractions, many within easy walking distance. Bowness Bay is alive with visitors ... more

Ghyllside 3, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Stockghyll Park and Falls are popular with holidaymakers of all ages, being only a short uphill walk above the village and particularly fascinating in any season. Ghyllside is a spacious family home, which is situated in a very quiet and secluded cul... more

High Cunsey Farm - Hawkshead, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A variety of walks can be enjoyed from the door, a mile or so to the nearest watering hole, with Grizedale Forest and the Go Ape experience only a short distance from Cunsey, by foot, bike or car. Alternatively, a trip on the car ferry across Lake Wi... more

Dodds Howe, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Dodds Howe sits in the heart of the Lyth Valley, just a few minutes drive from Bowness. Crosthwaite and her surrounding area is an excellent location for enjoying some wonderful walking amidst blossom filled hedgerows in the summer from which the loc... more

Staddlestones, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Staddlestones was built in the 1970s and totally extended and renovated in 2005 in a quiet, residential area of Bowness. Of unique design, the property is very light and spacious, the accommodation being surrounded by areas of woodland and lush green... more

Braeside - Torver, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A mere 2 miles from Coniston, Torver is a peaceful hamlet with east access to some of the best mountain bike routes, water borne activities and walking in the National Park. Low level walks toward Walna Scar and in to the village itself are ideal fo... more

Swiss Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Swiss Cottage sits in the heart of Ambleside in a slightly elevated position opposite the bowling green, so enjoys fine views over the parish church towards Loughrigg and the Fairfield Range. There are such a variety of activities to do in Ambleside... more

Ghyll Close, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A mere 3 miles to the south of Windermere, Ings is a great location for enjoying a relaxing trip to the Lakes; close enough to enjoy the more popular tourist hotspots of Bowness and Ambleside but far enough away to benefit from the peace and quiet of... more

The Old Gallery, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling in the very heart of romantic Grasmere this beautifully furnished and contemporary cottage is ideal for those wishing to sample wonderful walking from the doorstep and traditional Lakeland village life. Returning visitors to Grasmere will be... more

Shore Cottage (10), Silverdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Beach side cottages always prove a popular choice with our guests in the South Lakes so when we had the opportunity to market a seaside retreat in Silverdale, we thought well, why not? Although not strictly Cumbria, this delightful seaside village is... more