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.

The Old Telephone Exchange, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Cartmel has everything - the renowned Races, historic 12th century Priory and sticky toffee pudding! The village is very pretty with lots of characterful cottage dotted around the village square with ample eating opportunities to suit all pockets fr... more

Joans Cottage, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This detached cottage enjoys an elevated, tranquil setting with magnificent viewsto Skiddaw. Situated in an idyllic location on the banks of Comb Beck, the property nestles into the slopes of Whinlatter in woodland surroundings. The hamlet of Seldom ... more

Bracken Howe, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bracken Howe enjoys the most glorious views from Grisedale Pike to the Skiddaw range, with glimpses of Bassenthwaite Lake from its elevated position in the village of Portinscale. This semi detached house has views from most rooms and was completely... more

Green Kiln, Tirril

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Green Kiln is a charming 18th century character cottage, with feature stone walls, beamed ceilings and wood burning stoves. Fully renovated and refurbished by the owners in 2010, the cottage retains its character and is complimented with excellent qu... more

Ryecroft, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Neatly tucked away from the main thoroughfare yet only a hop, skip and jump from all amenities and attractions, Ryecroft is perfectly placed for exploring the southern part of the Lake District. Food lovers will delight in the many local restaurants ... more

Bridge Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bridge Cottage was completely refurbished in 2008 to provide a comfortable, cosy 2 bedroom holiday cottage for 3 people. Situated in a quiet location next to the River Greta in Keswick, the cottage is a 15 minute level walk from the town centre and h... more

Gill Barn, Ullswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A luxurious barn conversion extensively refurbished in 2010 with a superb new kitchen/diner, including granite work tops, oak doors and floors and extra shower room. Situated in the tiny hamlet of Butterwick, within a mile of Bampton which has a shop... more

Westmorland Lodge, Allithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Blenkett Wood Lodge Park is an exclusive development set within acres of beautiful woodland, with rare trees and wildlife in abundance. The site, a short drive from the picture postcard village of Cartmel, is within a designated area of special scien... more

Mountain View, St Johns in the Vale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This traditional Lakeland stone terraced cottage enjoys stunning views from all rooms and is situated in an elevated position on the edge of Threlkeld village, which has 2 pubs each serving bar meals and real ale. Threlkeld lies 4 miles to the East o... more

Hayrake, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

With glorious views of the Coniston Hills and local fell ranges, Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of the village with all amenities close to hand. Built of Lakeland stone, the cottage is very characterful, with cosy rooms, exposed beam... more

Grimbles, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Grimbles, fondly named by its young owners, is an excellent example of quality self catering in the Lakes. Backbarrow, only a short distance from Fell Foot Park on the shores of Windermere, is now home to the Lakeland Motor Museum where you will find... more

Yew Tree Farm, Reagill

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Yew Tree Farm is a truly stunning property steeped in history and with a wealth of character every guest is sure to appreciate. Modernised by the owner to the very highest specification with every conceivable modern day convenience, luxuriously furni... more

Croft Head Farm, Applethwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This beautiful stone built former farmhouse boasts a truly stunning position in the hamlet of Applethwaite, nestling at the foot of Skiddaw with glorious panoramic fell views, including Causey Pike, Catbells and the Borrowdale fells. Croft Head Farm ... more

2 St Annes Cottage, Ings

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A 17th century former alms house for the nearby church 1 mile from Ings, 2 St. Annes Cottages is a quaint semi detached cottage, with delightful front garden and plenty of character displayed by the original spice cupboard in the lounge and open beam... more

Coledale Close, Braithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Coledale Close is a truly exceptional property in every way, it enjoys a wonderful private location and superb views, yet only 400 yards from the centre of Braithwaite and amenities. The owners bought the property in 2010 and spent a year renovating ... more