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.

Lowthwaite Cottage, St Johns in the Vale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This 17th century historic cottage was fully refurbished in 2010 to a high specification and is set within its own large gardens in the peaceful valley of St Johns in the Vale. It nestles below the Helvellyn Ridge and enjoys delightful views of the t... 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

Bonnie Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bonnie Cottage, just off the very heart of popular Ambleside, is a home for all seasons, perfect for a spring or summer break with an abundance of walks from the door, the local park, putting green and tennis courts just round the corner. Autumn and ... 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

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

Cobblestone Barn, Melmerby

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Cobblestone Barn was converted in 2010 from the original barn into a stunning self catering cottage, sure to appeal to even the most discerning guests. The owners have retained as much of the character as possible, with beamed ceilings and stone wall... more

3 Townhead Cottages, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

3 Townhead Cottage sits in a most enviable position on the fringes of Grasmere village, directly beneath Helm Crag and Steel Fell therefore enjoying wonderful, uninterrupted views. The cottage is on a small working farm and offers guests the opport... more

Bridge Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bridge Cottage was completely refurbished in 2008 to provide a comfortable, cosy 2 bedroom holiday cottage for 3 people. Situated in a quiet location next to the River Greta in Keswick, the cottage is a 15 minute level walk from the town centre and h... more

Ghyllside 3, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Stockghyll Park and Falls are popular with holidaymakers of all ages, being only a short uphill walk above the village and particularly fascinating in any season. Ghyllside is a spacious family home, which is situated in a very quiet and secluded cul... more

The Faulds, Thornthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This 300 year old cottage is full of character, with beamed ceilings, range fire and original stone sconces in the kitchen. The Faulds is situated in the village of Thornthwaite looking out over the valley between Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite to th... more

Glenmore Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Glenmore Cottage is tucked away behind the main shopping area close to the park with its adventure playground and recreational areas. The furnishings and decor have a modern, contemporary feel, yet the owners have retained, to their credit, some of t... more

Yew Tree Farm, Reagill

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Yew Tree Farm is a truly stunning property steeped in history and with a wealth of character every guest is sure to appreciate. Modernised by the owner to the very highest specification with every conceivable modern day convenience, luxuriously furni... more

Le Gite, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ambleside is a year round destination for holiday makers of all ages and interests. In the summer, the village is host not only to the expected tourists but also to participants of the Lake District Summer music festival. In the winter the village ... more

Gabriels Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

A charming 2 bedroomed corner terraced cottage, located just off Keswick town centre and a 5 minute walk from Derwentwater and Hope Park. Built in the early 19th Century, Gabriels Cottage was formerly 2 separate cottages but has since undergone total... more

Greenhow, Penruddock

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Situated within the National Park this stunning barn conversion provides the very best in self catering accommodation. The owners have considerable experience of preparing holiday cottages and have used this to make Greenhow into what it can only be... more