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 Secret Garden, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The rural areas of Heathwaite and Lickbarrow, above Windermere, are delightful places to explore with wooded walk ways and some of the best viewpoints in the area from which to take in the beauty of the surrounding fells and, of course, Lake Winderme... 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

Poppy Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bowness is a destination for all seasons, perfect in the warmer months for spending time on and around the Lake and getting out on the nearby fell ranges of Ambleside and the Langdales but also a beautiful location in Autumn and Winter, with many ind... 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

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

Low Plumgarths Farmhouse, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling in the shadow of Cunswick Scar, one of the finest view points in the South Lakes, sits Low Plumgarths Farmhouse, a former much loved family home which has been recently transformed to offer top class accommodation for the larger party. The f... more

Juniper Cottage, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set in the heart of the Easedale Valley and just 5 minutes walk from the centre of Grasmere Village, Juniper Cottage and Juniper Hayloft are the perfect choice for a rural self catering break, whatever time of year you choose to visit. Both enjoy fin... more

Glenmore Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Glenmore Cottage is tucked away behind the main shopping area close to the park with its adventure playground and recreational areas. The furnishings and decor have a modern, contemporary feel, yet the owners have retained, to their credit, some of t... more

Staddlestones, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Staddlestones was built in the 1970s and totally extended and renovated in 2005 in a quiet, residential area of Bowness. Of unique design, the property is very light and spacious, the accommodation being surrounded by areas of woodland and lush green... more

The Old Gallery, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling in the very heart of romantic Grasmere this beautifully furnished and contemporary cottage is ideal for those wishing to sample wonderful walking from the doorstep and traditional Lakeland village life. Returning visitors to Grasmere will be... more

Thwaite Bridge House, Ulverston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Traditional Lakeland Farmhouses dont come much prettier than this and Thwaite Bridge House would look perfectly at home on the front of a traditional box of Lakeland fudge or biscuits. Located in the Rusland Valley, Thwaite Bridge House is a mere 5 ... more

Tower Cottage, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A delightful character cottage lovingly restored by the owners, using traditional materials and complimented with quality furnishings, a modern well equipped kitchen and bathroom. Tower Cottage has a courtyard setting and is one of several cottages c... more

Ivy Cottage, Rosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated in the stunning Borrowdale Valley, with panoramic views from the front to the Derwentwater fells Ivy Cottage is a traditional stone built cottage. The cottage was refurbished in 2008, including the addition of a modern kitchen and bathroom a... more

Aikin House, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Newlands Valley remains one of the Lake Districts best kept secrets with breathtaking scenery, unspoilt by tourism. Aikin provides the ideal get away from it all retreat. Built as a barn in the 19th Century and converted to a house in 1965, the c... more

Oakland Hall, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

One of the first gentlemens residences to be built in Windermere, Oakland Hall is now a stunning and unique home offering an eclectic fusion of traditional Lakeland and boutique cottage, topped off by panoramic views over Windermere to the Langdale P... more