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.

Acorn Lodge Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Only a handful of properties in Keswick town centre enjoy the benefit of a garden, views and private parking but Acorn Lodge Cottage has all three. Its central location means that shops, pubs and restaurants are all within 2 minutes walk. Derwentwa... 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

Loughrigg Holme, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Loughrigg Holme sits underneath the much loved fell of the same name and was once the home of Wordsworths daughter, Dora and her husband Edward Quillinan, Rich in literary history connections, visitors to Loughrigg Holme have included Charlotte Bron... more

Gateside Farmhouse -, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Located in the heart of rural farmland above the ancient market town of Sedbergh, Gateside Farmhouse enjoys excellent views from all windows of the Howgill range. Sedbergh itself is two and a half miles away, an enjoyable walk and has an excellent se... more

Apple Tree Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Half a mile from the north end of Lake Windermere, the bustling town of Ambleside has to be at the top of every holidaymakers list of places to visit. A fantastic array of interesting local shops, tea rooms and restaurants are dotted about the villag... more

The Mill Race -, Applethwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Mill Race is a truly stunning conversion of a former mill which is laid out over three floors. Only the finest materials have been used, from travertine floor tiles to slate work surfaces and quality bathroom fittings. Combined with luxury furnis... more

Gavel Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling at the end of a leafy lane just south of Bowness, Meadowcroft Cottages are a small cluster of old and new properties located in a quiet area to make for a relaxing holiday at any time of the year. The bustling town of Bowness is a mere 15 mi... 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

Shoremeadow, Silecroft

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Shoremeadow, extensively refurbished for 2011, is set 150 metres from a beautiful, secluded sandy beach and enjoys a idyllic position in this tranquil south western corner of the Lakes where the mountains meet the sea.The cottage is a two minute driv... 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

2 Seed Howe, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

2 Seed Howe Cottages is a beautiful example of a successful cottage restoration within the traditional village of Staveley and now ticks all the boxes that our discerning guests have come to expect from our quality self catering home from homes. The ... more

3 Townhead Cottages, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

3 Townhead Cottage sits in a most enviable position on the fringes of Grasmere village, directly beneath Helm Crag and Steel Fell therefore enjoying wonderful, uninterrupted views. The cottage is on a small working farm and offers guests the opport... more

Fireside Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Fireside Cottage sits just a stones throw from the centre of this popular village, close to numerous bars and restaurants and some interesting galleries and shops, ideal for that small momento of your trip to Lakeland. The village is mainly on the le... more

Bears Den, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Spacious and comfortable accommodation for the larger party can be difficult to find but look no further than Bears Den. This large, detached house has all the ingredients to ensure a happy holiday for all the family. The living areas are large and w... more

Low Moor House, Carlisle

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This Grade II listed Country house was the owners family home for 16 years and is now available for self-catering holidays. Low Moor House dates from 1734 and has a host of period features complemented by the most up to date facilities. It is a spa... more