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.

Bluebell Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In an enviable position above the ever popular village of Coniston, Bluebell Cottage sits in a row of terraced former quarry workers cottages and enjoys panoramic views over coniston Water. The lake, within walking distance, is ideal for canoeing, ... more

Apple Tree Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Half a mile from the north end of Lake Windermere, the bustling town of Ambleside has to be at the top of every holidaymakers list of places to visit. A fantastic array of interesting local shops, tea rooms and restaurants are dotted about the villag... more

Knipe Hall - Askham, Penrith

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Knipe Hall is a Grade II listed period farmhouse set in grounds of about three acres in the idyllic and tranquil Lowther Valley, with South and West facing gardens. It offers the opportunity to leave everything behind and take advantage of the peace... more

Stable Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

These cottages, one a Victorian double fronted detached house and the other the converted stables sit in the very heart of Windermere are tucked away behind the main thoroughfare and accessed by a narrow lane opening out into a small courtyard. Nowad... more

2 Fairview Terrace, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set in a conservation area at the top of the fondly named Peggy Hill, 2 Fairview Terrace is a traditional Lakeland cottage built around 1630 and the former shippen to a cluster of ancient buildings. A mere 2 minute stroll from the very heart of Amble... more

Woodstore Cottage, Lazonby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Woodstore Cottage enjoys a delightful courtyard setting in the grounds of Lazonby Hall, a magnificent country house in the beautiful Eden Valley. This unique cottage was converted in 2008 and is full of character, with beamed ceilings, sandstone flag... more

High Cunsey Farm - Hawkshead, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A variety of walks can be enjoyed from the door, a mile or so to the nearest watering hole, with Grizedale Forest and the Go Ape experience only a short distance from Cunsey, by foot, bike or car. Alternatively, a trip on the car ferry across Lake Wi... 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

Ling Howe, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

There can only be a handful of such outstanding holiday retreats in the whole of the Lake District which enjoy this majestic location, commanding spectacular views over Lake Windermere towards our famous Lakeland fells. Ling Howe is a fabulous countr... more

Steam Train Cottage, Newby Bridge

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated at the southern tip of Lake Windermere in a semi rural location and very close to the Haverthwaite and Lakeside Steam Railway, Steam Train Cottage is within striking distance of a variety of activities and quaint Lakeland villages. The area ... more

Force Mill, Satterthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Force Mill is in a lovely location for a family country holiday, surrounded by farmland, forest, a stream and nearby waterfall (Force) which gives it its name. Go south for Rusland Woods, Fell Foot, the Haverthwaite Steam Railway and the Windermere ... more

Nook Cottage, Silecroft

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nook Cottage is a lovely well stocked Lake District cottage with a coal fire and enclosed courtyard and garden. It is an ideal base for families to relax and have fun on Silecroft beach or explore the western lakes and fells. Silecroft lies in the qu... more

Treacle Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Built around 1760, this charming, ancient farmhouse was once part of Lowfold Farm, nestling in a small cluster of older properties on the fringes of Ambleside, set half way between the village and the Lake on the original old road into Ambleside. Som... more

Letterbox Cottage, Sawrey

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Set in the absolute heart of Beatrix Potter country, within less than 3 miles to Hawkshead and 1 mile to Lake Windermere and the ferry, this delightful country Lakeland cottage is perfectly placed for an enjoyable holiday. The cottage is furnished wi... more

Reservoir House, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling into the backdrop of the mighty Skiddaw range of mountains, Reservoir House lies in a stunning position. Looking directly onto Chapel House Reservoir in a secluded location this detached cottage provides the perfect retreat in a remote area ... more