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.

Beech End, Braithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated in the heart of Braithwaite village, Beech End provides a comfortable, well equipped base for walkers at an affordable price. The village shop, pub and restaurant are all within 200 yards, which is great when you are self catering and there ... more

Thorn Cottage, Lowick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The hamlets of Lowick Green and Lowick Bridge sit at the Southern most tip of Coniston Water in an area of beautiful open countryside. This is rural Cumbria at its best, Lowick being a fine example of a village, hosting an annual agricultural show ev... more

Lowthwaite Farmhouse, St Johns in the Vale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This substantial 5 bedroom former farmhouse enjoys a truly idyllic setting, nestling into the fells in St Johns in the Vale, one of the most tranquil areas of the Lake District. Lowthwaite Farmhouse underwent considerable refurbishment by the new own... 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

Braeside - Torver, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A mere 2 miles from Coniston, Torver is a peaceful hamlet with east access to some of the best mountain bike routes, water borne activities and walking in the National Park. Low level walks toward Walna Scar and in to the village itself are ideal fo... 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

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

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

Oakview Cottage, Hesket Newmarket

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This traditional Lakeland Cottage just oozes character, with beamed ceilings and a wood burning stove giving it a lovely cosy feeling. Situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Hesket Newmarket on the northern edge of the Lake District Nati... more

Mylne Beck, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Baddeley Clock, built as a memorial to MJB Baddeley, writer of Lakeland guide books, denotes the mid way point between Windermere and Bowness and Mylne Beck sits in a great location, beside this monument, ideally located for exploring this rather... more

Le Gite, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ambleside is a year round destination for holiday makers of all ages and interests. In the summer, the village is host not only to the expected tourists but also to participants of the Lake District Summer music festival. In the winter the village ... 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

Garden Cottage, Brigsteer

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Midway between Kendal and Windermere, Brigsteer is a superb location from where to explore the delights of the Lake District National Park. The area offers some superb scenery across the Lyth Valley and excellent walking and cycling opportunities for... more

Acorn Lodge Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Only a handful of properties in Keswick town centre enjoy the benefit of a garden, views and private parking but Acorn Lodge Cottage has all three. Its central location means that shops, pubs and restaurants are all within 2 minutes walk. Derwentwa... more

Winnowing Barn, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A mere mile from the newly developed and renowned Grizedale Forest Visitors Centre, Satterthwaite is an ideal location for those energetic guests who enjoying walking, cycling and generally the great outdoors. Go out of the front door and take 10 pac... more