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.

Helm Knott, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

An ancient Celtic Kingdom deservedly known as The Jewel of the Dales, Dent is 16 miles east of Kendal in the south east corner of Cumbria, only 3 miles from Sedbergh and lies at the Western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and on the fringes... more

Blease Cottage, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This former farm workers cottage dating back over 250 years has been sympathetically restored to offer cosy and characterful accommodation location at the foot of Blencathra, 5 miles from Keswick. Threlkeld is steeped in history with its church dati... more

Greenside Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Sitting on the end of a row of cottages, overlooking the duck pond and Caldbeck Common must make this one of the most picturesque locations of all of our cottages. In the heart of the village of Caldbeck, within the rolling Caldbeck Fells, Greenside ... more

Waitby School, Waitby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Waitby School was built on Waitby Fell in 1680 by James Highmore, a local to the area, for the children of Waitby and Smardale. About a mile and a half west of Kirkby Stephen, Waitby is said to have been an ancient market town, with a castle, chapel... more

Hey Down, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This delightful cottage occupies a prime position for families visiting Keswick, across the road from Fitz Park and 400 yards from the town centre and leisure pool. Hay Down is a traditional Lakeland stone cottage, which is spacious, well furnished a... 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

Jenkin Hill Lodge, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Jenkin Hill Lodge is attached to Jenkin Hill House, a charming country house whose origins date back to the 17th century, with later additions in Victorian times. Jenkin Hill is situated in the village of Thornthwaite, set in delightful grounds overl... 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

Crag Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Crag Cottage is ideally situated in Keswick, on a quiet street yet only 200 yards from the town centre and amenities and 5 minute walk to Hope Park, Derwentwater and the Theatre by the Lake. It was completely modernised in 2009, with luxury bathroom,... more

Chapel Cottage, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Chapel Cottage is an excellent addition to our portfolio of properties. Built in the 17th century this true Lakeland cottage just oozes character, with heavily beamed ceilings and inglenook fireplace and is complimented with high quality furniture an... more

Goodies Farmhouse, Firbank

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Goodies Farmhouse, a glorious 16th century semi detached Elizabethan farmhouse, nestles on a beautiful wooded valley overlooking the Howgill Fells and is simply a most magnificent holiday retreat. The area is delightfully tranquil with wonderful walk... more

Fell Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Fell Cottage is a traditional Lakeland cottage with many original features including beams, Inglenook fireplace and Lakeland stone floors. The property is furnished and equipped to an exceptional standard from the 5 star cooking facilities, bathroo... 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

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

South View, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

With its South facing aspect and views from all rooms, including Skiddaw, this spacious three bedroom house has the benefit of all day sun and is always warm and welcoming. Backing onto woods and with a large garden, the property is ideal for familie... more