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

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

Gardeners Cottage, Bootle

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Gardeners cottage built in the late 18th Century, adjoins a Victorian Mansion and is full of character and rustic charm. The cottage is set in 4 acres of mature walled gardens and woodland, with a river running through the heart of it. Footpaths le... more

Croft Foot Cottage, St Bees

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Situated on the coast in the Western Lake District, Croft Foot Cottage is in the pretty coastal village of St Bees, recognised by the domineering landmark, St Bees Head. St Bees is the start of the coast to coast walk and has a golf course with vie... more

The Spinney, Lamplugh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This beautiful Honeymoon Cottage is sure to impress even our most discerning customers. Newly built in 2004 and designed with a cottage style in mind, The Spinney is luxuriously furnished and equipped with a Four Poster bed and cosy open fire giving ... more

Wright Green Station House, Lamplugh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This detached former Station House sits in 1 acre of private garden in a beautiful rural setting at Wright Green, Lamplugh, on the edge of the Lake District National Park. The railway line was opened in 1861 to carry iron-ore and coal from the near... more

Harbour Gates, Maryport

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Harbour Gates is situated on Ritson Wharf, the award winning harbourside development on Elizabeth Dock in Maryport. The property is in a totally unique location within the Cumbrian Cottage Portfolio. Situated on the harbour side and from your balcony... more

Netherview Lodge, Maryport

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

First floor property built specifically to take advantage of magnificent views of the fabulous Solway sunsets. Tastefully refurbished in 2009 the accommodation of this detached property is situated on the first floor above the garage, to benefit from... 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

Row Moor Farm - Barn Cottage, Dearham

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Row Moor Farm is situated close to both Cockermouth and Maryport, between the Lake District Fells and the Solway Coast. Each of which are within a few minutes drive. You may enjoy gentle walks along the beach or choose more strenuous mountain walks. ... more

Isabels Cottage, Beckfoot

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

This charming seaside character cottage has a superb location, directly across the road from the sand and pebble beach at Beckfoot. The front garden looks over the Solway Firth to the Scottish Hills and has the most spectacular sunsets. The beach is ... more

Broomhill Cottage, Lindale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Beach

Lindale is a delightful village in the south Lakes, only 2 miles from Grange Over Sands which can be reached in 5 minutes by car or 40 minutes walk for those more energetic of you. Grange was a popular resort of the Victorians and still today retains... 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

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

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

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