Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in North West England. The popular North West of England has everything you need for a wonderful holiday from the beauty of the Lake District to the illuminations at Blackpool.

We have some superb self catering cottages and apartments across the Lake District, Lancashire and Cheshire. We have accommodation listed that will be ideal for couples, families or groups whether they are looking for a bit of luxury or simply great quality and value.

Isabels Cottage, Beckfoot

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This charming seaside character cottage has a superb location, directly across the road from the sand and pebble beach at Beckfoot. The front garden looks over the Solway Firth to the Scottish Hills and has the most spectacular sunsets. The beach is ... more

Gardeners Cottage, Bootle

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Gardeners cottage built in the late 18th Century, adjoins a Victorian Mansion and is full of character and rustic charm. The cottage is set in 4 acres of mature walled gardens and woodland, with a river running through the heart of it. Footpaths le... more

Harbour Lights, Maryport

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Harbour Lights is within a development called Ritson Wharf which benefits from a totally unique location within the Cumbrian Cottages Portfolio. Situated on Maryports harbour side, Ritson Wharf is a prizewinning architect designed development of apar... more

Rydal Mount Barn, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Rydal Mount Barn oozes character, provides excellent facilities and high quality furnishings to appeal to the most discerning guests. The living accommodation of this upside down barn conversion is on the first floor, taking advantage of the views ac... more

Georges Cottage, Beckfoot

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This charming seaside cottage has a superb location, directly across the road from the sand and pebble beach at Beckfoot. There are spectacular views from the beach over the Solway Firth to the Scottish Hills and breathtaking sunsets. The beach is gr... more

Wright Green Station House, Lamplugh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This detached former Station House sits in 1 acre of private garden in a beautiful rural setting at Wright Green, Lamplugh, on the edge of the Lake District National Park. The railway line was opened in 1861 to carry iron-ore and coal from the near... more

Westrigg, Skinburness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Westrigg is a 2 bedroom detached bungalow enjoying a fantastic location, 100 yards from the beach along a private lane in the village of Skinburness. The sand and shingle beach stretches for miles, along to Silloth, Allonby and Maryport and forms par... more

Row Moor Farm - Loft Cottage, Dearham

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Row Moor Farm is situated close to both Cockermouth and Maryport, between the Lake District Fells and the Solway Coast. Each of which are within a few minutes drive. You may enjoy gentle walks along the beach or choose more strenuous mountain walks. ... more

Laburnum Cottage, St Bees

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Laburnum Cottage is a spectacular well located detached cottage situated in the pretty coastal village of St Bees in the Western Lake District. St Bees is recognised by the domineering landmark, St Bees Head and is the start of the coast to coast wal... more

Boston, Gosforth Seascale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Boston is a beautifully furnished timber chalet situated on Seven Acres Caravan Park, at the entrance to the beautiful valleys of Eskdale and Wasdale where you will find Englands favourite view. Seven Acres is conveniently located off the A595 betwee... more

Station Cottage, Bootle

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

From the moment you get out of your car a feeling of calm will descend over you and all the stresses of modern day living will vanish. The hamlet of Bootle Station is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Station Cottage ha... more

Curlew Cottage, Skinburness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This quaint little seaside cottage provides simple but comfortable accommodation at an affordable price. Curlew Cottage lies literally across the road from the sand and pebble beach, with wonderful views across the Solway to the Scottish Hills and gl... more

Cartmel Manse, Allithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Just a mile from the medieval village of Cartmel and a half from the popular Victorian seaside resort of Grange Over Sands, Cartmel Manse offers a comfortable and contemporary retreat for one or two couples or a family of 3 or 4 and your pet at any t... more

The Smithy, Mosser

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This delightful 4 Star rated, stone built cottage enjoys a tranquil rural setting, mid way between Cockermouth and Loweswater in the Western Lakes. It sits on the banks of Sandy Beck, a haven for wildlife and birdlife, including deer, red squirrels a... more

Maskel Beach, Baycliffe

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Location, location, location! In a peaceful, secluded location, right on the beach at Baycliff, a delightful seaside village to the south of the County, this beach bungalow will appeal to all manner of guests, from families with young children and t... more