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.

Damson Barn, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Damson Barn is presented to a very high standard, creating a very good first impression for arriving guests. Beautiful fittings, quality soft furnishings, attractively decorated and well equipped, making this property a great Holiday Home from Home.... 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

Osprey Cottage, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This cosy oak beamed cottage dates back to the 17th Century and is an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of 21st Century life. The cottage has breathtaking views over open fields towards Bassenthwaite Lake, Catbells and the Borrowdale Valley be... more

Lanthwaite Green Old Farmhouse, Buttermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This traditional Lakeland stone former farmhouse enjoys a truly idyllic setting above the Buttermere valley, at the foot of Grassmoor overlooking Crummock Water. This really is a walkers paradise, with many of North West Lakelands most popular summi... more

Bretherdale Hall, Bretherdale

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, a fine example of a traditional Lakeland farmhouse. Surrounded by open countryside, spectacular views can be enjoyed from all rooms, from summ... more

Monreith, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In the very heart of popular Ambleside sits Monreith, a recently renovated stone built cottage, beautifully prepared to very high standard for our self catering guests. The central location will appeal to those walkers among you who yearn to get stra... more

Beech End, Braithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated in the heart of Braithwaite village, Beech End provides a comfortable, well equipped base for walkers at an affordable price. The village shop, pub and restaurant are all within 200 yards, which is great when you are self catering and there ... more

Marigold Barn, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A fine example of a traditional lakeland barn, Marigold enjoys a central village location, only a short walk from the local pub and with many walks from the door. The visitors centre at Grizedale is a mile and a half away with a wide variety of wood... 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

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

South View, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

With its South facing aspect and views from all rooms, including Skiddaw, this spacious three bedroom house has the benefit of all day sun and is always warm and welcoming. Backing onto woods and with a large garden, the property is ideal for familie... more

Waitby School, Waitby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Waitby School was built on Waitby Fell in 1680 by James Highmore, a local to the area, for the children of Waitby and Smardale. About a mile and a half west of Kirkby Stephen, Waitby is said to have been an ancient market town, with a castle, chapel... more

Ramblers Rest, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ramblers Rest is 2 minutes from the centre of Coniston and with an easy walk to the Lake, unpretentious from the outside but a sheer delight inside. This luxurious ground floor , one bedroom apartment has en suite and a cosy lounge with inglenook fir... more

Upper Tarn, Cockermouth

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Upper Tarn is a luxurious split level home on the north west fringe of the Lake District National Park, situated close to the ever popular Kirkstile Inn. This property commands stunning views, due to its elevated position, of the Scottish hills, Solw... more

Potters Wheel, Old Brown Howe

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Old Brown Howe is five and a half miles south of Coniston Village, on the south western side of Coniston Water. Set well back from the main road, in one and a quarter acres of woodland and only 50 yards from the lake, Potters Wheel has direct access ... more