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 Smithy, Great Blencow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This cottage was the original village Blacksmiths smithy until fairly recently. The owners have tastefully converted and extended it, to provide a spacious and cosy 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage, which retains it character and original features. Th... 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

Hawes Bank, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestled in an area of outstanding beauty, close to Kendal and Windermere, Hawes Bank is the ideal base for exploring the Lake District, whatever your ambitions. With many of Wainwrights classic walks and some excellent gastropubs within easy reach, i... more

Tinkerbells, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Windermere is an ideal location for those wishing to visit the Lake District by public transport. Whether arriving by train, bus or coach, the town centre is only a 5 minute walk from the drop off points and Tinkerbells is well placed within the cent... more

Blencathra House, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A generously proportioned Lakeland stone fronted property which provides ideal family accommodation within a 2 minute gentle stroll of Keswick town centre, River Greta and Fitz Park with leisure pool. Blencathra House is furnished to a high standard ... more

Carhullan, Ullswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This former Cumbrian farmhouse enjoys a spectacular remote location, high up on Bampton Common among the Lake Districts eastern fells and close to Ullswater and Haweswater. Carhullan was completely modernised in 2008 by the owners, who retained the c... more

Laundry Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

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 Nook, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Nook is a characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside set on a quiet lane behind the main thoroughfare yet within a stones throw of a host of walks, attractions, shops and restaurants. Of course, when the weather is fine and dry, ... more

Woodside Cottage, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling into the slopes of Whinlatter Fell in a woodland setting, this delightful cottage in Thornthwaite enjoys superb panoramic fell views from Skiddaw to Walla Crag. Ideally located for walking or mountain biking right from the door, the property... more

Dodds Howe, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Dodds Howe sits in the heart of the Lyth Valley, just a few minutes drive from Bowness. Crosthwaite and her surrounding area is an excellent location for enjoying some wonderful walking amidst blossom filled hedgerows in the summer from which the loc... more

Havelock Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Built over three floors, this stylish cottage has recently been re furbished throughout in a contemporary manner whilst still retaining its home from home feel. Havelock cottage is well equipped and surprisingly spacious with a light and roomy lounge... more

Midtown House - Hayton, Allonby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Midtown House will appeal to larger groups who enjoy getting together for walking, cycling or golfing breaks, or 2 or 3 families who like to holiday together. It has 5 bedrooms including 2 family rooms and sleeps 12 people. Situated in the village ... more

Mulberry, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In the heart of what has successfully remained a typical Lakeland village, Mulberry is well placed for enjoying a holiday in a quiet location but with the busier resorts of Windermere and Ambleside only a short drive away, also accessible by the exce... more

Brampton, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set on the fringes of bustling Bowness, couples and families alike will appreciate the convenient location of Brampton enabling them to enjoy a host of activities and attractions, many within easy walking distance. Bowness Bay is alive with visitors ... more

Fellside, Melmerby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This sandstone bungalow style cottage is located in a small courtyard development in the delightful picturesque village of Melmerby, nestling in the gaze of Melmerby fell in sight of the highest point on the Pennine chain. Situated midway between Pen... more