Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner 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.

Town End Barn, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This picturesque Lakeland Cottage just oozes character, and displays a wealth of original features including oak flooring, original oak beams and local stone. Traditional colours and fabrics have been used throughout to compliment the age of the cott... more

Sycamore House, Gamblesby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Sycamore House lies in the heart of the Eden Valley, next to the village green in Gamblesby. This picture postcard village is a real hidden gem, very picturesque, with charming sandstone cottages centred around the delightful village green and surrou... more

New House, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Created in 1996 by local craftsmen, this large detached property is a superb example of 20th century architecture and modern, sophisticated living. On a quiet, residential road, New House not only scores top marks for facilities and quality but also... 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

Greta Hall Coach House, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This Grade 1 listed building is regarded as one of the most important literary buildings in the UK, frequented by the likes of Wordsworth, Lord Byron, Wilberforce, Keats, Shelley, Sir Walter Scott and many others. Greta Hall benefits from a central y... more

High House Barn, Sedgwick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High House Barn is a converted barn with imaginative upside down style layout to take advantage of the magnificent views and has been decorated, furnished and equipped to the highest standard. Retaining much of its original character with an abundanc... more

Croft Foot Cottage, St Bees

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated on the coast in the Western Lake District, Croft Foot Cottage is in the pretty coastal village of St Bees, recognised by the domineering landmark, St Bees Head. St Bees is the start of the coast to coast walk and has a golf course with vie... more

The Tower House, Newbiggin-on-Lune

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

We are delighted to include The Tower House within our portfolio, situated at Newbiggin, only 10 minutes drive from the M6 motorway. Ideally placed for exploring the delights of both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, Windermere is a mere 25 ... more

Yan Yak, High Lorton

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A most charming character cottage situated in the village of High Lorton and fully refurbished in 2011. It may sound like a large furry mountain animal, but Yan Yak is actually Cumbrian dialect for One Oak. It has and interesting history, originally ... more

The Tottsie, Cockermouth

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This cosy character cottage has beamed ceilings, a wood burning stove and low doorways upstairs. It enjoys a delightful rural setting beneath woodland, with open fields in front and stupendous panoramic fell views. The Tottsie is situated 1 mile from... more

The Old Telephone Exchange, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Cartmel has everything - the renowned Races, historic 12th century Priory and sticky toffee pudding! The village is very pretty with lots of characterful cottage dotted around the village square with ample eating opportunities to suit all pockets fr... more

Cloud Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Regular visitors to Ambleside will be familiar with the fascinating array of Lakeland stone terraced cottages within this popular village and the enormous character they exude. Cloud Cottage is one such property in the heart of the village, close to... more

Lynwood Cottage, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Lynwood Cottage occupies an elevated position within the village of Backbarrow, a mere 2 miles south of Newby Bridge at the southern tip of Lake Windermere. The area is an ideal base from where to explore the delights of the Furness Peninsular, the L... more

Turners Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Just 3 miles south of Coniston Water, near Lowick, Turners Cottage, once part of the local bobbin mill is in an ideal location for discovering the delights of this beautiful part of Lakeland. The cottage sits close to the River Crake, frequented by f... more

Juniper Cottage, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set in the heart of the Easedale Valley and just 5 minutes walk from the centre of Grasmere Village, Juniper Cottage and Juniper Hayloft are the perfect choice for a rural self catering break, whatever time of year you choose to visit. Both enjoy fin... more