Welcome to the Vacation Rentals Directory cottage accommodation Cumbria section, featuring holiday cottages in the Lake District and Cumbria.

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HARBERRY, Renwick, Nr Penrith ,Cumbria Sleeping up to 2 people Welcome to 'Harberry' close to Penrith and an ideal base to explore the Eden Valley, the Northern Lake District and Pennine Hills. Penrith is 12 miles and Alston, the highest market town in England is only 9 miles away. Long Meg and her Daughters, one of England's finest Stone Circles and Little Meg cairn circle is just down the road near Little Salkheld. The Village shop & pub are only 3 miles away. There are traditional English Maypoles at Temple Sowerby and the nearby village of Milburn. Hadrian's Wall and Carlisle are a short drive away. If you would like to do some shopping Newcastle and the Metro Centre are about one hours drive away. Our ground floor, self catering studio apartment is comfortably furnished and well equipped, overlooking a quiet stream at the bottom of the garden with views across the open countryside. It is the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine, have an evening barbecue and just relax. The apartment has recently been refurbished and extended in a restful style and provides most modern comforts including central heating, lighting, colour TV, fridge freezer, microwave, electric oven, bed linen and towels. The ground floor apartment consists of an open lounge, kitchen and din	Click photos for details

NETTLESLACK COTTAGE, Martindale near Ullswater Sleeping up to 2 people A perfect lake district holiday cottage for anyone looking for many days of varied walking from the doorstep, or a haven in which to unwind, in a beautiful place away from the stresses of daily life. Situated on the fellside in Martindale, a totally unspoilt part of England’s Lake District on the South side of Ullswater. A quiet area even in the height of summer, but only 25 minutes from M6. Traditional stone and slate exterior dating from 1756. Restored in 1997 with simple and thoughtfully designed interior - perfect for 2 people. Bright and airy in summer; warm and very cosy in cold weather, with a powerful wood burning stove. Extremely comfortable and easy to run.	Click photos for details

WHA HOUSE COTTAGE, Eskdale, Cumbria Sleeping up to 2 people Set in the beautiful surroundings of Upper Eskdale, Wha House is a working farm with approximately 800 sheep. The cottage is ideal for walkers wanting to explore the quieter side of the Lakes. The Woolpack Inn is a 10 minute walk away and serves good food and real ales. Boot village with its small shop, the Burnmoor Inn and Poachers Bar (both of which also serve food and real ale) is around a half hour walk. Eskdale also has a village shop which sells groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables, food to go, alcohol and newspapers. Warm and comfortable, the cottage has one bedroom with two single beds which can be pushed together, and a shower room with high pressure shower, toilet and sink. The kitchen is fully equipped and leads through to the lounge area with TV and video. There are hundreds of walks right from the door - up Scafell (the highest mountain in England), Harter fell, across the fells to Wasdale with Wastwater (the deepest lake in England), or down the valley bottom, following the river Esk, past Stanley Gyhll waterfall to Ravenglass Estuary. Pets are welcome and riders who would like to bring their horse to explore the countryside from a more elevated view can	Click photos for details

THE GARDEN COTTAGE, Meadow Bank, Elterwater, Langdale, Lake District Sleeping up to 2 people English Tourism Council 3 Stars In the very heart of the Lake District, yet a restful step away from the crowds of Windermere and Ambleside, the unspoilt Lakeland village of Elterwater is one of the most picturesque in the Lake District, and gateway to the famous Langdale valley. Indeed, as you come over the rise into Elterwater from Skelwith Bridge, you’re confronted with a typical Lakeland view: sheep grazing on the common in front of white-washed cottages with slate roofs, and the craggy peaks of the Langdale Pikes rising behind. Set in the grounds of Meadow Bank, a stone and slate Victorian house in the centre of Elterwater, this entirely separate holiday home makes a cosy cottage for 2 people. The open plan design provides a lounge area with comfortable wing chairs, 26" TV and DVD, and a deep bay conservatory style window looking onto the rear garden; there is also a dining table which seats two people. The bedroom has a double bed, pine bedside chests and bedside lamps. The farmhouse pine kitchenette has a fridge, Stoves oven and 4-ring hob (including 2 halogen hobs) and microwave. Leading from the kitchenette, (separated by a door) a passage with a built-in wardrobe leads to the shower room. The cottage has oil fired cen	Click photos for details

BLUEBELL COTTAGE, Firbank, near Sedbergh, Cumbria Sleeping up to 2 people No crowds, few cars, just wonderful high fells, a beautiful river and ancient woodlands to explore in a lovely quiet valley of old Westmorland. Bluebell Cottage is a delightful place; it has just been completely renovated to a very high standard and is luxuriously comfortable, furnished in country style, with Liberty and Laura Ashley fabrics, antique pine furniture, an old elm staircase and little curios in the nooks and crannies. The lounge has a real log fire, beamed ceiling, windows overlooking the garden, comfortable sofas, occasional tables and lamps, colour television, DVD player and films, and dining table and chairs. The pretty, country style bedroom has a beamed ceiling, windows overlooking the garden, comfortable double bed and antique pine furniture. The kitchen is a pleasure to use and is very well equipped with Bosch electric fan oven, gas hob, microwave, larder fridge, electric toaster, etc., pretty china and a good selection of cutlery and cookware. The shower room has a power shower and Victorian style polished brass fittings. Outside, the cottage has its own private garden, with a natural stream, interesting country garden plants and seats to sit in the sun, as well as garden furni	Click photos for details

THE HAYLOFT, Redmain, near Cockermouth, Lake District, Cumbria Sleeping up to 2 people English Tourism Council 4 Stars One of two cottages located in a peaceful rural hamlet three miles from the pleasant market town of Cockermouth and ten miles from both Keswick and the Solway Coast, with it's long sandy beaches and bracing walks. Windermere and Ambleside are less than an hours drive away. The Hayloft is equipped with fridge, microwave, washer/dryer, colour TV, Freeview, DVD/CD player, radio, electric and heating included, linen, blankets, duvets, towels and power shower over the bath. Sleeps two people plus baby. The Hayloft has its own private entrance door, with stairway leading to a large open plan living room with kitchen on one side. There is a bedroom with a double bed and room for a cot, if required. A separate bathroom provides a bath with a power shower over and a toilet. French doors look out directly to the gardens. Please note - for larger groups of up to four people, or if The Hayloft happens not to be available for the period you want, please contact us, as we may be able to accommodate you in Huddlestone Cottage, which is adjacent. Click photos to book online via our website.	Click photos for details

WAIN COTTAGE, Renwick, Penrith, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people Wain Cottage is a small,cosy cottage, situated 12 miles from Penrith in a small farming village in the peaceful Eden Valley. An area largely undiscovered by tourists, it is an ideal location for holidays away from it all. The Eden Valley is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with an undulating landscape of fields, woods and dry stone walls. It is one of the last remaining bastions of the red squirrel in the UK. From the cottage you can walk directly into the Pennines, and the C2C cycle route passes nearby, along quiet country lanes. The pretty sandstone villages of the Eden Valley can be explored, some of which boast award-winning pubs. It is ideally placed for exploring Hadrian's Wall, (1/2 hour), Northumberland and the Lake District. Ullswater is 35 minutes away).The cottage has recently been refurbished, and is ideally suited to a couple, a small family or 2 couples. It has 2 double bedrooms, one with a queensize bed. Both have westerley views. There is a shower-room. Downstairs is a cloakroom. The beamed living/dining room has a multifuel stove (fuel and logs provided), a TV and a mini-music centre. The well equipped kitchen has an electric cooker,microwave and a washing-machine.There is a secluded back garden, with sand	Click photos for details

TROUTBECK COTTAGE, Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, Lake District Sleeping up to 4 people Troutbeck Cottage is a lovely traditional Lakeland stone cottage which dates from the 19th century. It is located in the charming hamlet of Troutbeck Bridge, in the heart of the English Lake District between Ambleside and Windermere. Our cottage has been lovingly refurbished to provide comfortable self catering holiday aommodation for up to three people. Troutbeck Cottage is ideal for couples and small families looking for a relaxing break and offers an excellent base from which to explore this beautiful area of England. The comfortable lounge has a traditional Lakeland slate open fire, and is equipped with a widescreen TV, DVD/CD player and a video recorder. There are also plenty of books, maps and information about the Lake District. Also on the ground floor there is a new fitted kitchen-cum-dining room which is well equipped with an electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge and dining table and chairs. Upstairs, the main double bedroom is at the front of the house and has lovely views towards Claife Heights. The bedroom is fitted with quality pine bedroom furniture and has a new en-suite shower room. This room has a bright and airy feel to it which is complemented by the exposed beam and furnishin	Click photos for details

ROSEBANK COTTAGE, Lindale, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people This traditional Lakeland cottage has recently been completely renovated and refurbished to provide everything you need for a comfortable holiday, including full gas central heating and woodburning stove. It has a new fitted, well equipped kitchen with gas hob, fridge, electric fan oven, microwave etc, and living room with comfortable sofa, dining table and chairs, woodburning stove, TV, DVD and Hi-fi. It has one lovely sunny bedroom with King-size bed and antique pine furniture, and comfortably sleeps 2, although it can sleep 4 using 2 comfortable fold-up beds in the living room. The newly fitted bathroom has bath and over-bath screened thermostatic shower. Towels and linen can be provided by arrangement. Note that the cottage is smoke free. Lindale is close to the whole range of activities and attractions that the southern Lakes area offers - all kinds of outdoor activity and many interesting places to visit. There are many local walks directly from the cottage which give wonderful views over Morecambe Bay and the Lake District fells, and all grades of walking and climbing around the Lakeland area are easy to reach. Lake Windermere and Kendal are only 10-15 minutes away.	Click photos for details

APPLE TREE HOUSE, Ullock, nr Loweswater, Lake District Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people Apple Tree House is a very spacious, warm, sandstone terraced cottage in the quiet village of Ullock, just 4 miles from Loweswater and surrounding fells, with the stunning Ennerdale and Crummock Lakes close-by. This is the quiet, and many would say the most picturesque side of the Lakes, with many beautiful fells, lakes and tarns to explore. Recently refurbished to a high standard the cottage has a dining kitchen and two double bedrooms upstairs, one en-suite with a large shower. The other double is arranged as a twin. There is a separate bathroom downstairs and central heating throughout. The rear garden faces south and is a sun trap from mid -morning. The quaint market town of Cockermouth is a 10 minute drive and Keswick about 20 minutes. There are excellent pubs close by, the nearest in the village of Dean roughly 10 minutes walk or two minutes drive. The acclaimed Kirkstyle Inn is 10 minutes drive. Buttermere, Pillar, Eskdale and Wasdale are very accessible for the more accomplished walkers or climbers. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, but sorry, no smokers. Weekends and Short Breaks welcome, from just £150.	Click photos for details

MIDDLE COTTAGE, 6 Church Street, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people This charming 17th Century Grade II Listed traditional Lakeland cottage is situated in the heart of Ambleside. It is convenient for all local amenities including a good selection of shops and restaurants and is also an ideal base for walkers. Windermere, Rydal Water and Grasmere are all within walking distance and Coniston Water and Tarn Hows are no more than a short drive from Ambleside. The cottage has the benefit of full gas central heating. There are two bedrooms, a snug sitting room / diner with an open fire and colour television and video recorder and a fully fitted kitchen including a dishwasher and microwave. The bathroom has a mixer shower over the bath, a shaver point and a heated towel rail. Coal is provided as part of the weekly tariff. Electricity and gas are on-charged at cost. The small South West facing garden / sitting out area at the back of the cottage is a little sun trap. The nearest car parking area is about 50 meters from the cottage or there is one hour parking immediately outside the cottage. You will find the tariff and a booking form on our web site. Alternatively we can send them to you by post. Please note that we	Click photos for details

HATTER'S COTTAGE, Hawkshead Hill, near Hawkshead, English Lake District Sleeping up to 4 people 150 metres from public roads, on a small farm near a hilltop between Coniston and Windermere lakes, Hatter’s Cottage is beautifully situated beside a small stream, surrounded by gardens, fields, orchard and woodland, with mountain views. The picturesque village of Hawkshead with post office, shops, and several pubs is 1 mile away. One can walk or cycle from the door in all directions on footpaths, quiet lanes and forest tracks. Mountain walking, boating, pony trekking and rock climbing are available nearby. Heated throughout, this traditional cottage has been totally renovated, yet retaining character features such as the stone hearth and wooden beams. The cosy living room has windows at the front and back, looking out onto the cottage's private garden and to woodland where hens roam beside the stream. The living room has a settee, easy chairs and a colour television - the original fireplace with 'crane' for a kettle is a prominent feature (the kitchen provides more modern cooking facilities - a double-oven cooker and microwave!). The separate dining room has table and chairs to seat 4. Hatter's Cottage sleeps 4 people in two bedrooms, which have views across rolling farmland to the central Lake	Click photos for details

STONEYGATE BARN, Pardshaw, Cockermouth, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people Stoneygate Barn is a traditional cottage situated in the village of Pardshaw near Loweswater. It has oil central heating and is fully equipped for self catering. Recently refurbished, with a double and a king size/twin room, bathroom, lounge with dining area, kitchen and a large first floor sun/barbecue deck, Stoneygate is ideal for families, or groups of friends alike. Just 4 miles from the lively Georgian market town of Cockermouth, with its shops, supermarket, pubs and many restaurants, Stoneygate Barn makes a great base for a holiday, whatever the time of year. Loweswater, Buttermere and Ennerdale are all on the doorstep, putting the cottage in an ideal location for exploring the unspoilt mountains, lakes and valleys of the western lake district. With Whitehaven harbour and the beaches of the Solway Firth and St Bees 20-35 mins away, the Cumbrian coast is also within easy reach. 7 night breaks run from Saturday to Saturday. Weekend and Midweek breaks are also available . (Please ring for availability and prices.) We will always try to meet your requirements!	Click photos for details

BUSH COTTAGE, Tallentire, nr Cockermouth, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people English Tourism Council 4 Stars Bush Cottage is located in the small, peaceful village of Tallentire, just outside the Lake District National Park, 3 miles from the bustling Cumbrian market town of Cockermouth. It is ideally placed to offer a base for those wishing to explore the beautiful lakes and mountains of the Western Lake District, or you could simply explore the North West Cumbrian coastline with its interesting towns and villages. The cottage has been recently refurbished to an exceptionally high standard, and is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat within a small village setting. The cottage retains some of its original features, whilst being equipped with all modern facilities. The cosy living room has a wood burning stove as its focal point, and includes a TV, DVD and video. The dining room/kitchen area has been fitted out to a high standard, with a wood effect floor, a large pine dining table and chairs for 4 people, a dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, electric oven/grill, ceramic hob and integrated fridge with ice box. The kitchen comes with all the cooking equipment you will need. There is a radio/CD/tape player in the dining area. The stairway leads to a double bedroom with views to the Solway coast, a	Click photos for details

THE SADDLERY, Brigham, nr Bassenthwaite Lake / Cockermouth, Lake District Sleeping up to 4 people English Tourism Council 4 Stars Brigham can be found just outside the Lake District National Park, 2 miles from the market town of Cockermouth, and just 4 miles from Bassenthwaite Lake. It is an ideal base from which to explore the quieter lakes and mountains of The National Park, and take in the attractions of the increasingly popular Solway Coast and West Cumbrian coastal towns and villages. The Saddlery has been sympathetically converted to provide open plan living accommodation on the ground floor with a log burning stove forming the focal point of this room. The kitchen area is fitted out to a high standard and includes a dishwasher, microwave and fridge freezer. There is a washerdryer in a small utility room at the entrance to the cottage. The living area has a dining table and chairs for 4, and includes a TV, DVD player and CD player. The first floor has one double bedroom, a second bedroom with two single beds and a bathroom with a shower over the bath.The cottage has its own parking space and a patio area with tables and chairs in the courtyard in front of the property. Barbeques are available for use. The Saddlery has the use of a traditional games room that includes a full size snooker table, table football and family games	Click photos for details

RUBY'S COTTAGE, Settlebeck, Sedbergh, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people Rubys Cottage is situated on the outskirts of Sedbergh which has recently been designated ‘Book Town of England’. The cottage, Grade II listed and part of a former Mill, has been renovated to a high standard providing cosy accommodation for up to four people, but due to the open beck (stream) at the rear the cottage is not considered suitable for children. Tastefully decorated the lounge has a traditional appeal with stone flagged floors, a range - including original ovens and open fire. There is kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, parking space and rear seating area by the beck with views to the surrounding fells. In the immediate area The Howgills offer 40 square miles of walking country suitable for the beginner and experienced walker alike, with several summits of over 2000ft. Whilst at low level there are many picturesque walks by the local rivers of the Clough, Dee, Rawthey and Lune. Sedbergh offers a good range of shops for everyday use plus several specialising in a diverse range of books and memorabilia. A book related festival is held in August and September offering art, drama, literary and music events. The Lakes & Dales Tourist Information in Main Street has a wide ar	Click photos for details

FRIAR'S COTTAGE, Keswick, Northern Lake District, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people Visit Britain 4 Stars Friars Cottage is a delightful mid-terrace self-catering cottage in Keswick in the northern Lake District. It is located in a quiet area of the town, but is only 5 minutes level walk from the centre. The cottage has been tastefully refurbished with extensive use of exposed pine, and is equipped to a very high standard to cater for every need. It provides a comfortable base for couples or families of up to four to explore the Northern Lake District. Downstairs the cottage has a very comfortable lounge/diner and a modern, well equipped kitchen. There is also a separate utility room with dishwasher, freezer, washer/dryer and WC. Upstairs is the main double bedroom which is furnished in attractive pastel shades, a second twin bedded room and a bathroom equipped with an over-bath shower. All bedrooms have iron bedsteads and quality pine furnishings. The cottage has full gas central heating, hot water supplied by a combi-boiler, and an electric coal effect fire in the lounge. At the back of the cottage is a paved garden area with patio furniture and a barbecue. There is ample on-street parking in a quiet residential area. Prices include all gas and electricity, bed linen and towels.	Click photos for details

LOW TODRIGG, Stoddah, Penruddock, nr Ullswater Sleeping up to 4 people Low Todrigg is ideally positioned to take full advantage of the Lake District, the Eden Valley and the West and Solway coasts of Cumbria - very secluded yet only 10 minutes from Penrith, Keswick and Ullswater. Whether you want adventure, peace and quiet, culture, good food or heritage, it is all here! A walk across the fields takes you to The Herdwick Inn, serving good food and excellent real ale, or within a short drive, the Michelin-starred Sharrow Bay on Lake Ullswater. For the active, there is a wealth of activities in the local area, including rock-climbing, sailing, motor-boats, fell-walking, 4 x 4 and Quadbikes, mountain-bikes, canoeing and horse-riding. Or if you're feeling less energetic, just enjoy a stroll round Ullswater, The Eden Valley and the quiet villages all around. Low Todrigg is an ancient Cumbrian long house dating from Norse times, which has been recently converted to create this comfortable cottage, with beams and log fire, and with stunning views of the Fells and Pennines. It provides safe and tranquil accommodation for two or more people, and comprises lounge / dining room with TV and video player, stereo, large dining table, 2 settees (one of which is a sofabed) a	Click photos for details

WARREN BANK COTTAGE, Brampton, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people English Tourism Council 5 Star A warm welcome awaits all who come and stay in my delightful cottage. It lies in a peaceful setting on the edge of Brampton yet is just a short stroll away from shops and amenities. Warren Bank enjoys smoke free surroundings and can sleep up to four visitors; children are welcome and your dog can come too. The cost of your stay is inclusive of all facilities and you are free to use any of the accessories you will find around the cottage. The garden is peaceful, sheltered and sunny and is enclosed by a stone wall and fencing - ideal for young children and your four footed companion. Enjoying all day sunshine, it is a delightful place to relax on a warm summers day. The area and the surrounding countryside is ideal for walkers, naturalists, historians, sporting enthusiasts and the keen shopper. All around are many exciting places to visit and explore, travel two miles and you will discover Hadrians Wall; the County of Northumberland, Southern Scotland, the North Pennines and the Lake District can easily be reached in no time at all. Whether you are planning a family holiday, a relaxing few days break or a romantic weekend away, I can offer you a delightful place to sta	Click photos for details

3 TARN COTTAGES, White Moss, Grasmere, Cumbria Sleeping up to 4 people The cottage is surrounded by woodland at the rear with stunning views to Rydal Water and Loughrigg Fell from the South facing garden (with decked seating) and first floor bedrooms. There are numerous walks to suit all abilities and ambitions some of which start directly outside the cottage. The cottage is situated in an elevated position on a quiet lane above Grasmere which is reassuring for families with young children. Adjacent to the garden is the off road private parking area with one dedicated parking space for each cottage. Tarn Cottages is no more than 10 minutes walk downhill to Dove Cottage and a little further to the centre of Grasmere. Rydal Mount is only one mile away along the bridal way that starts close by. A number of original features have been preserved to maintain the charm of the cottage including slate flagged flooring, exposed beams and an open fire place. There two bedrooms (one double, one twin) both with views over woodland towards Rydal Water and Loughrigg Fell. There is an open fire and a colour television, video recorder and DVD player in the cosy sitting room. The fitted kitchen / diner is well equipped as well as cellar and outhouse.	Click photos for details

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