Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Cumbria. 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.

Rascal Howe, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Perched high above Coniston, and with breath taking views of the lake below, Rascal Howe is a Lakeland cottage named after a local rocky outcrop. The cottage boasts a wealth of features such as multi level garden terraces, a cast iron fireplace and t... more

Ellwood, Bridekirk

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ellwood is the very pinnacle of quality. We marketed it for many years as a 3 bedroom property, until 2011/12 when the owner made several alterations and improvements and relaunched it as a fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom property, suitable for 2 fami... more

2 Edinboro, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

At the foot of Kirkstone Pass and in a beautiful conservation area above the bustling village of Ambleside, 2 Edinboro is perfectly placed for walkers wishing to get on their boots and get right onto the fells. Direct access from the door of this Lak... more

Mylne Beck, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Baddeley Clock, built as a memorial to MJB Baddeley, writer of Lakeland guide books, denotes the mid way point between Windermere and Bowness and Mylne Beck sits in a great location, beside this monument, ideally located for exploring this rather... more

Greenhow, Penruddock

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated within the National Park this stunning barn conversion provides the very best in self catering accommodation. The owners have considerable experience of preparing holiday cottages and have used this to make Greenhow into what it can only be... more

Tirril Lodge, Penrith

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Tirril Lodge is an impressive Country House of considerable size and character and will comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. It is ideal for a large family gathering or groups of walkers seeking to enjoy the splendour of the Eastern Lakes. The ho... more

Bretherdale Hall Barn, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Within an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and in a friendly farming environment sits Bretherdale Hall Barn and her neighbouring farmhouse, Bretherdale Hall all set in a charming courtyard setting. Spectacular views can be enjoyed from all rooms, f... more

Fell Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Fell Cottage is a traditional Lakeland cottage with many original features including beams, Inglenook fireplace and Lakeland stone floors. The property is furnished and equipped to an exceptional standard from the 5 star cooking facilities, bathroo... more

High Thrushbank, Loweswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High Thrushbank enjoys a truly fabulous setting a 1/4 of a mile from Loweswater, with a view of the lake, forest and fells beyond. This 18th Century, traditional character cottage, newly refurbished in 2010, is perfect for 2 or 3 families or groups o... more

Champmere, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Champmere is a spacious first floor apartment in a converted house with absolutely glorious views to Threlkeld and Blencathra. It is situated opposite Threlkeld village at the entrance to St Johns in the Vale, with numerous walks from the doorstep. I... more

Bluebell Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In an enviable position above the ever popular village of Coniston, Bluebell Cottage sits in a row of terraced former quarry workers cottages and enjoys panoramic views over coniston Water. The lake, within walking distance, is ideal for canoeing, ... more

Force Mill, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Force Mill is in a lovely location for a family country holiday, surrounded by farmland, forest, a stream and nearby waterfall (Force) which gives it its name. Go south for Rusland Woods, Fell Foot, the Haverthwaite Steam Railway and the Windermere ... more

Carr Crag Lodge - Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In the very heart of the Lake District National Park and at the foot of the beautiful Langdale Valley sit Carr Crag Lodge, a detached Lakeland residence enjoying a superb, peaceful location only a short drive from Ambleside and Grasmere. A wealth of ... more

Stable Cottage Greystoke Gill, Penrith

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This beautiful sandstone cottage which was converted from a former stable is situated in the pretty hamlet of Greystoke Gill, on the fringe of The Lake District National Park. Greystoke Gill has the benefit of east access from the M6 and is ideally ... more

Rickerby House, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This delightful 4 bedroom period house is perfect for the larger family or those who like to holiday with friends. Rickerby House is situated in the heart of Portinscale Village which lies on the northern shore of Derwentwater and benefits from Mich... more