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.

Greenrigg Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Greenrigg Cottage is a peaceful retreat for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. This former farmhouse enjoys an isolated location next to the owners house, high up on the Caldbeck Fells, with panoramic views in all directio... more

Holly Cottage, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Holly Cottage is a delightful stone-built detached cottage located directly on the banks of the River Rothay and pleasantly situated within the very heart of Grasmere. The cottage enjoys fine views of the river and the Fairfield fell range beyond and... more

Loughrigg Holme, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Loughrigg Holme sits underneath the much loved fell of the same name and was once the home of Wordsworths daughter, Dora and her husband Edward Quillinan, Rich in literary history connections, visitors to Loughrigg Holme have included Charlotte Bron... 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

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

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

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

High Birch Close, Matterdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This stunning detached Lakeland Farmhouse is the kind of idyllic holiday cottage which is sought by every one, but rarely found. Situated in the beautiful vale of Matterdale in almost an acre of grounds, with lovely views, large lawned garden and woo... more

Ivy Cottage, Rosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated in the stunning Borrowdale Valley, with panoramic views from the front to the Derwentwater fells Ivy Cottage is a traditional stone built cottage. The cottage was refurbished in 2008, including the addition of a modern kitchen and bathroom a... more

Mulberry, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In the heart of what has successfully remained a typical Lakeland village, Mulberry is well placed for enjoying a holiday in a quiet location but with the busier resorts of Windermere and Ambleside only a short drive away, also accessible by the exce... more

Dovestone Cottage, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The popular Yorkshire town of Kirkby Lonsdale is a short drive from Dovestone Cottage, a mere 3 miles, and offers a host of interesting outlets ranging from craft and antique shops to quaint tea rooms serving delicious homemade fayre. The medieval ma... more

The Old Smithy, Great Blencow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This cottage was the original village Blacksmiths smithy until fairly recently. The owners have tastefully converted and extended it, to provide a spacious and cosy 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage, which retains it character and original features. Th... more

Hayrake, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

With glorious views of the Coniston Hills and local fell ranges, Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of the village with all amenities close to hand. Built of Lakeland stone, the cottage is very characterful, with cosy rooms, exposed beam... 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

Thwaite Bridge House, Ulverston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Traditional Lakeland Farmhouses dont come much prettier than this and Thwaite Bridge House would look perfectly at home on the front of a traditional box of Lakeland fudge or biscuits. Located in the Rusland Valley, Thwaite Bridge House is a mere 5 ... more