Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach 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.

Skiddaw View, Aldoth

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

The Bog Farm House and barns at Aldoth were recently converted into a row of attractive sandstone cottages, with character features but modern facilities. Skiddaw View is situated in a peaceful, rural area, surrounded by open farmland and with views ... more

Galloway Cottage, Crosby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

The cottage, previously a clog makers workshop adjoins the owners home, Galloway House, dating back to the 1720’s which until recently was the village pub. Now a cosy 1 bedroom holiday cottage, Galloway Cottage is situated in the village of Crosby, 1... more

Hardcragg Hall, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Hardcragg Hall sleeps up to 14 in 7 bedrooms and has 6 bathrooms, with numerous seating areas and even a working bar, an excellent choice for those celebrating a special occasion, be it a birthday, anniversary or simply the annual family get togeth... 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

Brambleside, Maryport

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Brambleside is a beautiful 4 bedroom detached house, 400 yards from the beach and Mawbray Banks nature reserve, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty overlooking the spectacular Cumbrian Coast. Guests are sure to appreciate the spacious acco... 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

Nook Cottage, Silecroft

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

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

6 Cark House, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Cark in Cartmel, at the southern tip of the Lake District and close to the shores of Morcambe Bay is today a charming, quiet village just a mile from Cartmel itself, home to the famous racecourse and priory. But Cark wasnt always so peaceful as it ... 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

Midtown House - Hayton, Allonby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Midtown House will appeal to larger groups who enjoy getting together for walking, cycling or golfing breaks, or 2 or 3 families who like to holiday together. It has 5 bedrooms including 2 family rooms and sleeps 12 people. Situated in the village ... more

Old Bog Farmhouse, Silloth

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

The Bog Farmhouse and barns at Aldoth were recently converted into a row of attractive sandstone cottages, with character features but modern facilities. Old Bog Farmhouse is situated in a peaceful, rural area, surrounded by open farmland and with vi... more

Muncaster Castle - Knott View, Ravenglass

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Knott View is part of Muncaster Estates, which includes the historic 12th century Muncaster Castle and beautiful grounds, owned by the Pennington family for the past 8 centuries. This 18th century house adjoins Newton House, the 2 properties may be l... more

Ellwood, Bridekirk

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Ellwood is the very pinnacle of quality. We marketed it for many years as a 3 bedroom property, until 2011/12 when the owner made several alterations and improvements and relaunched it as a fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom property, suitable for 2 fami... more

Shoremeadow, Silecroft

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

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

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