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.

Breasty Haw, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Taking its name from the rather steep area of woodland near where it sits, Breasty Haw is a wonderful example of a traditional, detached Lakeland cottage. The setting is idyllic as not only does Breasty Haw enjoy fine views across the valley but the... 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

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

Rose Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Tucked away along a quiet side street within five minutes level walk of Keswick town centre, Rose Cottage is a delightful Lakeland stone cottage ideal for couples and young families alike. Everything is on the doorstep, shops, restaurants, parks and ... more

Byre Cottage, Appleby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This luxurious upside down barn conversion is perfect for 2 couples, with 2 en suite bedrooms downstairs and open plan living upstairs. Situated in the grounds of Asby Hall, a 17th century Grade 2 star listed property in Great Asby, a conservation vi... more

High Fellside, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set in the area known as High Fisherbeck above the village of Ambleside, High Fellside enjoys superb fell views and offers quality and comfortable accommodation for 4. The views from the front of the property are simply stunning and will change with ... more

Low Fell Cottage, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Low Fell Cottage is a traditional Lakeland stone cottage dating back to 1936 and is situated near the village of Crosthwaite, 5 miles south of Windermere. Recent additions to the property provide delightful accommodation with the benefit of ground fl... more

Cropple How, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This 2 bedroomed Lakeland stone semi-detached cottage has spectacular fell views from its elevated location on the edge of the popular village of Threlkeld. Easily accessible from the M6, the village has 2 pubs, each serving bar meals and real ale an... more

Overwater Lodge, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nearby there is sailing on Bassenthwaite Lake, Trotters Animal World, Mirehouse Historic House Gardens and Osprey viewpoint. The Castle Inn Hotel and Armathwaite Hall Hotel are within 3 miles and between them offer spa treatments, spa days and outdoo... 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

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

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

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

Tulip Cottage, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Just 5 miles to the North of the medieval market town of Kendal sits Low Jack Scar, a beautiful country house and estate on the banks of Bannisdale Beck and set in several acres of woodland. Guests at Tulip Cottage are welcome to meander through the ... more

Ryecroft, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Neatly tucked away from the main thoroughfare yet only a hop, skip and jump from all amenities and attractions, Ryecroft is perfectly placed for exploring the southern part of the Lake District. Food lovers will delight in the many local restaurants ... more