Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner 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.

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

Ramblers Rest, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ramblers Rest is 2 minutes from the centre of Coniston and with an easy walk to the Lake, unpretentious from the outside but a sheer delight inside. This luxurious ground floor , one bedroom apartment has en suite and a cosy lounge with inglenook fir... more

Bannerrigg, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Bannerrigg (sister property to Alice Howe and Boston House) a grade II listed property, was designed by Augustus (AWN) Pugin (1812 - 1852), arguably the greatest British architect, designer and writer of the 19th Century whose name is synonymous with... more

Beckses Cottage, Ullswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This former Cumberland long house farm is steeped in history, previously being a blacksmiths and a former brewery! It has a wealth of olde worlde charm and character, including an abundance of pine, entrance door from a former church, exposed beams a... more

Wright Green Station House, Lamplugh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

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

Grange Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The accommodation in this quaint Lakeland stone cottage is all on the ground floor,however there are steps between some rooms. Grange Cottage is situated in the grounds of Fieldside Grange and just oozes character, with open fire, oak beams nad the ... more

Low Fell Cottage, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Low Fell Cottage is a traditional Lakeland stone cottage dating back to 1936 and is situated near the village of Crosthwaite, 5 miles south of Windermere. Recent additions to the property provide delightful accommodation with the benefit of ground fl... more

Central Haven, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

For anyone seeking luxurious accommodation in the centre of Keswick, Central Haven is the perfect base. This 1st floor apartment has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 shower room and views from most rooms. It is ideal for 2 families sharing or small walki... more

Bretherdale Hall, Bretherdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and in a friendly, farming environment sits Bretherdale Hall, a fine example of a traditional Lakeland farmhouse. Surrounded by open countryside, spectacular views can be enjoyed from all rooms, from summ... more

The Old Gallery, Grasmere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling in the very heart of romantic Grasmere this beautifully furnished and contemporary cottage is ideal for those wishing to sample wonderful walking from the doorstep and traditional Lakeland village life. Returning visitors to Grasmere will be... more

Knott Aller, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Nestling beneath Blencathra, with spectacular views and a short walk from Threlkeld pubs and excellent food, this two bedroom accommodation, recently refurbished to excellent standards, offers modern kitchen/diner, luxurious bedding and comfortable s... more

Carries Gate, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Perched above the traditional village of Coniston, Carries Gate enjoys wonderful views across one of Lakelands quietest and most famous waters and is set against a backdrop of dramatic mountain scenery. Ideal for couples and families alike, Carries G... more

The Hollies, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This traditional Lakeland stone cottage is sure to be in demand from couples looking for a cosy cottage within a short stroll of the village. The property is situated on the end of a terrace of two cottages, nestling into the hillside below Wansfell,... more

The Nook, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

The Nook is a characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside set on a quiet lane behind the main thoroughfare yet within a stones throw of a host of walks, attractions, shops and restaurants. Of course, when the weather is fine and dry, ... more

High House Barn, Sedgwick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High House Barn is a converted barn with imaginative upside down style layout to take advantage of the magnificent views and has been decorated, furnished and equipped to the highest standard. Retaining much of its original character with an abundanc... more