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.

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

Bears Den, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Spacious and comfortable accommodation for the larger party can be difficult to find but look no further than Bears Den. This large, detached house has all the ingredients to ensure a happy holiday for all the family. The living areas are large and w... more

Rickerby House, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This delightful 4 bedroom period house is perfect for the larger family or those who like to holiday with friends. Rickerby House is situated in the heart of Portinscale Village which lies on the northern shore of Derwentwater and benefits from Mich... more

The Cruck Barn, Ullswater

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Ullswater is a 10 minute drive and the town of Keswick 15 minutes. Nearby is the market town of Penrith, the historic City of Carlisle and the unspoilt Eden Valley. The area is ideal for walkers, mountain bikers and bird watchers alike, with windsurf... more

Pebble Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Pebble Cottage can be found mid way between Bowness and Windermere, close to a good selection of interesting shops, (including Lakeland Limited and Booths for those foodies among you) bars and restaurants and only a gentle stroll from bustling Bownes... more

Greta Hall - Coleridge Wing, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Home of the Lake Poets, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Southey, Greta Hall is now a large family home, with 2 extremely comfortable self catering cottages attached, The Coleridge Wing and The Old Wash House. This Grade 1* listed building is regar... more

Mulberry, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

In the heart of what has successfully remained a typical Lakeland village, Mulberry is well placed for enjoying a holiday in a quiet location but with the busier resorts of Windermere and Ambleside only a short drive away, also accessible by the exce... more

High Knott, Rosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High Knott is a detached bungalow enjoying a tranquil, rural, secluded setting in one of the most sought after areas of the Lake District. Situated on the edge of the village of Rosthwaite, in the magnificent Borrowdale Valley, a haven to walkers, cl... more

Greenrigg Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Greenrigg Cottage is a peaceful retreat for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. This former farmhouse enjoys an isolated location next to the owners house, high up on the Caldbeck Fells, with panoramic views in all directio... more

Thwaite Bridge House, Ulverston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Traditional Lakeland Farmhouses dont come much prettier than this and Thwaite Bridge House would look perfectly at home on the front of a traditional box of Lakeland fudge or biscuits. Located in the Rusland Valley, Thwaite Bridge House is a mere 5 ... more

Knaifan Cottage, Caldbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Knaifan Cottage is situated in the heart of Uldale, a farming village which nestles in the Uldale Fells, with walking opportunities from the door. The picturesque village of Cladbeck is only 5 miles north and Keswick a mere 10 miles to the south. Thi... more

High Stile, Seatoller

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

High Stile is a beautiful end of terrace cottage nestling directly at the foot of Honister Pass, overlooking Hause Ghyll at Seatoller, in the spectacular Borrowdale valley. This 4 bedroom cottage was extended, modernised and completely refurbished i... more

Jacky Garth Cottage, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

This traditional Lakeland cottage is believed to date back to 1625. It has bags of character, with beamed ceilings, feature stone chimney breast in the bedroom and an inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove in the lounge. The furnishings are of... 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

Burrow Cottage, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Selected feature: Open fire

Burrow Cottage, part of the former Burrow Hall dates back to the 18th century and is midway between the medieval town of Kendal (3 miles) and the popular resorts of Windermere and Bowness (6 miles). The location, just off the A591 is ideal for tourin... more