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.

Old Bog Farmhouse, Silloth

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

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

Mr Harvisons, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Dont be fooled by the rather plain exterior of this traditional mid terraced cottage, built in the 1700s as awaiting your arrival behind the front door lies a beautiful, boutique style self catering home from home, the perfect venue for your holiday ... more

2 Edinboro, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

At the foot of Kirkstone Pass and in a beautiful conservation area above the bustling village of Ambleside, 2 Edinboro is perfectly placed for walkers wishing to get on their boots and get right onto the fells. Direct access from the door of this Lak... more

Ferny Howe, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ferny Howe is tucked away behind the main thoroughfare of the village, close to the park and is well placed for sampling all that Ambleside has to offer. An exciting array of bars and restaurants, interesting shops and good walking opportunities are ... more

High Thrushbank, Loweswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High Thrushbank enjoys a truly fabulous setting a 1/4 of a mile from Loweswater, with a view of the lake, forest and fells beyond. This 18th Century, traditional character cottage, newly refurbished in 2010, is perfect for 2 or 3 families or groups o... more

Cornerstones, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ambleside is certainly a tourist hot spot due to its central Lakes location, enjoying a fantastic array of specialist shops and excellent facilities for dining out. Cornerstones is situated in the centre of the village, handy for all your holiday nee... more

Riggs Cottage, Bassenthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A traditional Lakeland cottage dating back to the 17th century, Riggs Cottage enjoys a rural location at the northern end of Bassenthwaite Lake in Routenbeck. Benefiting from a delightful cottage-style garden with a stream running through it, Riggs C... more

1 School Cottages, Troutbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The former school at Troutbeck Bridge was converted some twenty years ago and the Victorian school building, including the chapel and head masters house, have been successfully transformed into four delightful cottages, full of character and charm. A... more

Brookfield, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ambleside is a year round holiday destination. Surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, the scenery is ever changing with the seasons, from the rich colours of Autumn, to the lush green backdrop of the fells in Spring. The magnificent Fairfield Horse... more

Hawes Bank, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestled in an area of outstanding beauty, close to Kendal and Windermere, Hawes Bank is the ideal base for exploring the Lake District, whatever your ambitions. With many of Wainwrights classic walks and some excellent gastropubs within easy reach, i... more

Ellwood, Bridekirk

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

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

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

Monreith, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In the very heart of popular Ambleside sits Monreith, a recently renovated stone built cottage, beautifully prepared to very high standard for our self catering guests. The central location will appeal to those walkers among you who yearn to get stra... 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

Falcon Crag, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A contemporary 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom property which was fully renovated and refurbished in 2011 to create a stunning holiday cottage. Falcon Crag is a maisonette with the living accommodation and 2 bedrooms on the ground floor and 2 bedrooms and a 2... more