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.

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

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

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

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

Cross Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Cross Cottage forms part of the original Swainsons Bottling stores and is ideally situated in the heart of Windermere village. The traditional lakes slate cottage has been thoughtfully modernised for holiday letting and has full range of up to date ... more

The Gables, Glenridding

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Gables nestles into the fell side above Glenridding, with fabulous panoramic views of the fells around Ullswater. Helvellyn may be accessed directly from the doorstep and with many other beautiful walks in the area your car may be parked up for ... 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

Scarr Head Cottage, Torver

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated in the most idyllic location, this beautiful detached cottage is surrounded by open countryside with enviable views from most rooms and immediate walking from the door. A perfect base for those who wish to spend their holiday exploring the s... more

High Knott, Rosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High Knott is a detached bungalow enjoying a tranquil, rural, secluded setting in one of the most sought after areas of the Lake District. Situated on the edge of the village of Rosthwaite, in the magnificent Borrowdale Valley, a haven to walkers, cl... more

Bretherdale Hall Barn, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Within an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and in a friendly farming environment sits Bretherdale Hall Barn and her neighbouring farmhouse, Bretherdale Hall all set in a charming courtyard setting. Spectacular views can be enjoyed from all rooms, f... 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

Shoremeadow, Silecroft

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Shoremeadow, extensively refurbished for 2011, is set 150 metres from a beautiful, secluded sandy beach and enjoys a idyllic position in this tranquil south western corner of the Lakes where the mountains meet the sea.The cottage is a two minute driv... 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

Lanthwaite Green Old Farmhouse, Buttermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This traditional Lakeland stone former farmhouse enjoys a truly idyllic setting above the Buttermere valley, at the foot of Grassmoor overlooking Crummock Water. This really is a walkers paradise, with many of North West Lakelands most popular summi... more

Bannerrigg, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bannerrigg (sister property to Alice Howe and Boston House) a grade II listed property, was designed by Augustus (AWN) Pugin (1812 - 1852), arguably the greatest British architect, designer and writer of the 19th Century whose name is synonymous with... more