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.

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

Doves Nest, Borrowdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This 2 bedroom cottage is situated at the end of the Borrowdale Valley, close to Seatoller and Honister Pass. Surrounded by mountains including Glaramara, Scafell, Great Gable and with Dovenest Crag directly opposite from which it gains its name. Bor... more

The Faulds, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This 300 year old cottage is full of character, with beamed ceilings, range fire and original stone sconces in the kitchen. The Faulds is situated in the village of Thornthwaite looking out over the valley between Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite to th... more

Shore Cottage (10), Silverdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Beach side cottages always prove a popular choice with our guests in the South Lakes so when we had the opportunity to market a seaside retreat in Silverdale, we thought well, why not? Although not strictly Cumbria, this delightful seaside village is... more

The Cruck Barn, Ullswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ullswater is a 10 minute drive and the town of Keswick 15 minutes. Nearby is the market town of Penrith, the historic City of Carlisle and the unspoilt Eden Valley. The area is ideal for walkers, mountain bikers and bird watchers alike, with windsurf... 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

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

High Thrushbank, Loweswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High Thrushbank enjoys a truly fabulous setting a 1/4 of a mile from Loweswater, with a view of the lake, forest and fells beyond. This 18th Century, traditional character cottage, newly refurbished in 2010, is perfect for 2 or 3 families or groups o... more

Champmere, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Champmere is a spacious first floor apartment in a converted house with absolutely glorious views to Threlkeld and Blencathra. It is situated opposite Threlkeld village at the entrance to St Johns in the Vale, with numerous walks from the doorstep. I... 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

Goodies Farmhouse, Firbank

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Goodies Farmhouse, a glorious 16th century semi detached Elizabethan farmhouse, nestles on a beautiful wooded valley overlooking the Howgill Fells and is simply a most magnificent holiday retreat. The area is delightfully tranquil with wonderful walk... more

Underfield Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A superb example of our English heritage, Underfield Cottage sits within the Underfield Estate, Greenodd, only 8 miles from Coniston and within 5 miles of Fell Foot, Windermere. Built in 1646, the cottage displays a wealth of architectural detail inc... 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

Oakbank Cottage -, Barras

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set on a working farm in the heart of rural Cumbria, Oakbank Cottage is the epitome of a traditional farm workers cottage, lovingly restored to create a quality holiday retreat. Cleverly designed to take best advantage of the views towards Blencathra... 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