Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Cumbria, North West England

Elk Cottage, Glassonby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £372

Self catering accommodation in Glassonby sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Acces

Accommodation overview:

Elk Cottage details

Elk Cottage is a 4 Star Gold Award winning restoration of a Grade II listed traditional sandstone barn located in the quiet hamlet of Glassonby in the middle of the Eden Vally. Access to the rolling hills of the Eden Valley and its numerous nearby walks is one of the best features of this cosy cottage.

The recent renovation of Elk Cottage, Jenny's Croft and Glassonby Old Hall dating back to the 1600s, bring these 4 and 5 Star Gold Award winning barns and traditional Cumbrian long house back into habitation for the first time since 1764. They retain many of their original features including old ship timber oak beams, oak mullion windows, flagged stone floors, open fireplaces, stone staircases, stone walls, arched openings, original old fashioned door heights (some low) and terraced gardens and fields. All three properties are furnished throughout with antiques and incorporate solar water heating.

Though Elk Cottage is no longer part of a working farm, its position on one of the higher hills in the Eden Valley gives its gardens amazing views towards the Pennines and the rolling countryside that has seen this area in Cumbria declared one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Elk Cottage is dog friendly and the gardens and grounds surrounding this cottage provide plenty of room for running around.

There are some great walks starting from the front door of Elk Cottage including a walk along from Dale Raven along the banks of the River Eden, a walk to Lacey's Caves along the Eden River, a walk to the Long Meg Stone Circle (the second largest in England) and to the charming nearby Cumbrian village of Melmerby, where the nationally acclaimed organic Village Bakery and the Shepherd's Inn Pub provide great food and local beers (Dorris' 90th Birthday ale is highly recommended).

There is a village shop 1.5 miles from Glassonby in Kirkoswald which also has two local pubs. Bicycles, locks and helmets are available for hire on site. Cycling route maps provided and Glassonby is located along the popular C2C cycle route as well as having many quiet lanes in the local area which are ideal for cyclists.

Brampton, Bowness, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £260

Self catering accommodation in Bowness sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Ga

Accommodation overview: Set on the fringes of bustling Bowness, couples and families alike will appreciate the convenient location of Brampton enabling them to enjoy a host of activities and attractions, many within easy walking distance. Bowness Bay is alive with visitors throughout the year with visitors boarding the famous Windermere Cruises along to Ambleside and Lakeside whilst the town itself is awash with interesting shops, bars and restaurants to tempt every palate.

31 Plantation Avenue, Arnside, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £262

Self catering accommodation in Arnside sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Sea • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: This two bedroom cottage sleeping five set above Arnside offers lovely views across the Lake District Fells.

Set on a high promontory above the Lakeland town of Arnside, this semi detached cottage is a ten minute walk from the pier and amenities of the village. The character of the cottage is enhanced by beautiful African mahogany floors and the hand crafted fixtures and fittings throughout, including 'secret' cupboards and jewellery boxes, offering a unique holiday base. With a woodburner, cast iron bath, a double room and a family room offering a king-size double and single bed, the cottage will suit families, couples or friends looking to explore the region. A spacious garden is the ideal spot for a BBQ, and both the Lakes and the Dales are an easy drive.