A self catering cottage in the Lake District and Cumbria offers you the perfect way to holiday in this beautiful area of England.

Cumbria is packed full with drammatic scenery with Lake District National park containing 16 major lakes and the country's highest mountains. Tourist favourites include Windermere, Ambleside, Bowness, Keswick, Ullswater and many more.

We have self catering accommodation suitable for a romantic short break, a family holiday or for accommodating a large group with self catering cottages and apartments in Cumbria and the Lake District.

Burblet Cottage, Kirkby Stephen

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Burblet Cottage is a delightful stonebuilt property on the fringes of the market town of Kirkby Stephen and is an ideal location for sightseeing throughout Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales. The garden and orchards are awash with colour in the height o... more

Herald Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Herald Cottage is a traditional Lakeland stone cottage in a quiet courtyard right in the centre of Ambleside.It has a fantastic location both for those people wishing to relax and enjoy the amenities of Ambleside and for those who wish to get out ont... more

Lovelady Shield - The Shieling, Alston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Located within the grounds of a superb country house hotel 2 miles from Alston, the location is superb. Alston is often described as "in the middle of nowhere, but central for everywhere" lying high up in the north Pennine hills on the borders of Cum... more

6 Ladstock Hall, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Nestled in the hillside, this magnificent building has the most spectacular views across the valley towards the mighty Skiddaw range, from its elevated location on the edge of Thornthwaite village. Until recently Ladstock Hall was a very grand Count... more

Borranside, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Borranside is at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, close to all lake amenities and only a 10 minute stroll into Ambleside. This south facing bungalow sits in a prime location across the road from Borrans Park where guests can enjoy direct access t... more

Bonshaw, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This tastefully renovated property on three floors offers free wireless internet access and log burning fires, bath towels for everyone and a spacious kitchen diner with character pews around a farmhouse table; off street parking for 2 cars, gas cent... more

Carlton Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Carlton Cottage is a ground floor apartment enjoying a central location with Keswick town centre and Fitz Park just a short stroll away. There is an excellent choice of restaurants, shops and pubs in close proximity, to suit those without transport o... more

Damson Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This charming traditional Lakeland cottage occupies an idyllic setting on an elevated terrace commanding panoramic uninterrupted views over Coniston Water. Complete with 90s kitchen and bathroom and displaying a wealth of character including stripped... more

Kelsick Court No 1, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ambleside is a superb base for the first time visitor to Lakeland. However, returning tourists to the village will notice a few changes of late and one worthy of a mention is the fantastic new climbing wall, open 12 hours a day, every day for climber... more

Treetops, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A modern town house in the centre of popular Bowness, Treetops is ideally placed for a centrally based holiday with plenty of amenities to hand to suit all the family. The town is teeming with an eclectic mix of restaurants for all palates, shops for... more

8 Howrahs Court, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated on the fringe of town, these luxurious apartments offer the best of both worlds, they have all the amenities of the town centre close at hand and have an almost country location with views of the nearby Lakeland Fells and walking opportuniti... more

Ghyll Close, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

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

Archway Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Archway Cottage is a very special love nest for two, tucked away from the hustle and bustle in the older conservation area of the village, yet only a stones throw from the very heart of Ambleside. This popular village is the perfect choice for the fi... more

Laundry Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This charming cottage has been architecturally designed, decorated and furnished throughout by an interior designer. It is of historic and literary interest. Hugh Walpole based his novels Herries Chronicle here. Set in extensive grounds comprising ga... more

The Ivy Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This light and airy sandstone cottage provides spacious accommodation for up to 6 people, furnished to a high standard of comfort. The Ivy Cottage is situated in a residential area of Keswick, opposite the Keswick Convention Centre and only a 5 min... more