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.

Swiss Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Swiss Cottage sits in the heart of Ambleside in a slightly elevated position opposite the bowling green, so enjoys fine views over the parish church towards Loughrigg and the Fairfield Range. There are such a variety of activities to do in Ambleside... more

Yew Tree Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This picture postcard cottage has the benefit of a truly stunning setting next to the beck at Bridgend, between Ullswater and Brotherswater, an ideal fell walking location close to the Helvellyn range in the heart of the Lake District. The cottage i... more

Oak Lea, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

There are only 3 houses in the tiny, picturesque hamlet of Seldom Seen. Tucked away on the banks of Comb Beck adjoining the village of Thornthwaite, Oak Lea lies at the top of the hill where the road ends and the ascent of Whinlatter begins. This is ... more

Jenkin Hill Lodge, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Jenkin Hill Lodge is attached to Jenkin Hill House, a charming country house whose origins date back to the 17th century, with later additions in Victorian times. Jenkin Hill is situated in the village of Thornthwaite, set in delightful grounds overl... more

Skiddaw View, Aldoth

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Bog Farm House and barns at Aldoth were recently converted into a row of attractive sandstone cottages, with character features but modern facilities. Skiddaw View is situated in a peaceful, rural area, surrounded by open farmland and with views ... more

Grooms Cottage, Troutbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated in Troutbeck Bridge and enjoying stunning views towards the famous Langdale Pikes this character cottage is ideal for honeymoon couples. Converted from an original school house and finished to a high standard with attention to detail includi... more

Bears Den, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Spacious and comfortable accommodation for the larger party can be difficult to find but look no further than Bears Den. This large, detached house has all the ingredients to ensure a happy holiday for all the family. The living areas are large and w... more

Gabriels Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A charming 2 bedroomed corner terraced cottage, located just off Keswick town centre and a 5 minute walk from Derwentwater and Hope Park. Built in the early 19th Century, Gabriels Cottage was formerly 2 separate cottages but has since undergone total... more

Highside Cottage, Embleton

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Highside Cottage is a converted barn attached to the owners 17th Century farmhouse, situated in Embleton, halfway up Ling Fell at the end of a winding, single track private road. Enjoying 2 acres of grounds and surrounded by open countryside, the pr... more

Wain Garth, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Four miles South of Hawkshead and midway between Coniston Water and Lake Windermere lies the small, quiet village of Satterthwaite. Satterthwaite retains a real sense of rural community, village life revolving around the green, All Saints Church and ... 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

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

Hidden Cottage, Lowick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Hidden Cottage, a traditional mid terrace built in the 18th century, is situated close to Coniston Water and village and is within walking distance of two excellent Lakeland Inns. The Farmers Arms, just across the road from the cottage, has been trad... more

Stable Cottage Greystoke Gill, Penrith

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This beautiful sandstone cottage which was converted from a former stable is situated in the pretty hamlet of Greystoke Gill, on the fringe of The Lake District National Park. Greystoke Gill has the benefit of east access from the M6 and is ideally ... more

Fell Cottage - Staveley, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Indulge yourself in a luxurious lifestyle at Fell Cottage, Staveley, just a short stroll from the centre of this traditional village at the foot of the Kentmere Valley. Warm yourself in front of the wood burning stove, tuck yourself up in front of t... more