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

Oakbank Cottage -, Barras, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £290

Self catering accommodation in Barras sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Set on a working farm in the heart of rural Cumbria, Oakbank Cottage is the epitome of a traditional farm workers cottage, lovingly restored to create a quality holiday retreat. Cleverly designed to take best advantage of the views towards Blencathra and to the rear of the Belah Valley (and former Belah Viaduct) from the first floor living areas, guests will marvel at the open landscape, dotted with sheep farmed by the neighbour and be assured of a comfortable stay.

Stag Cottage, Melmerby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £372

Self catering accommodation in Melmerby sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Ea

Accommodation overview:

Stag Cottage details

Stag Cottage is a 4 Star Gold Award winning peaceful self-contained 17th century sandstone cottage set in the grounds of Melmerby Hall. It has separate private front and rear gardens, parking and entranceway. Recently restored, it retains its period features such as stone mullion windows and an inglenook fireplace.

The private garden has a sandstone patio and built-in barbecue. There is a connecting passage between Melmerby Hall and Stag Cottage and lockable soundproof doors to respect guest privacy.

Guests have access to a free swimming voucher programme with the Tower House indoor pool in the village of Melmerby which is a short walk from the property. The Tower House pool has a resistant current lap lane, a sauna and showers. There is also a hot tub which can be made available by separate arrangement, for further details please visit www.thetowerhousepool.co.uk

Cazenovia Hall, near Greystoke, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £582

Self catering accommodation in near Greystoke sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview:

Cazenovia Hall details

Cazenovia Hall is a holiday home within the secluded grounds of the family owned Grade I listed Blencowe Hall. Sensitively renovated to a high standard, Cazenovia Hall is a 5 Star Gold Award winning light and airy four bedroom traditional stone built barn dating back to 1726. It has views up over the nearby hills and its secluded south facing sandstone terraces are a marvellous place to wind down after a day out exploring in the Lake District.

Blencowe is situated on the edge of the Lake District, about seven miles from Ullswater. Close at hand is the Aira Force National Trust waterfall offering a great combination of a boulder strewn stream for the young at heart to paddle in, a tea shop and a scenic walk up to the peak of Gowbarrow Fell. The property is just over a mile from Greystoke Village which has a lovely village shop, a traditional Lakeland pub, the Boot and Shoe, a heated swimming pool and Greystoke castle with its 3,000 acres of woodland grounds, with the deer park now open for country walks.

In addition to its own private garden, parking and seating areas around the property, also contained within the grounds of Blencowe Hall is a tributary of the River Petteril which has brown trout fishing. Other outdoor pursuits can easily be arranged including salmon fishing, clay pigeon shooting, pony trekking, sailboat hire and cycle tours along the popular C2C cycle route which passes through the village. The fantastic views over the Lakeland Hills and peaceful setting make Cazenovia Hall ideal for walkers or guests seeking a "get away from it all" location from which they can enjoy the Lake District without being overrun by other visitors.
Other popular local attractions include Hutton in the Forest and its extensive grounds which are just a few miles away, Lowther Castle, and one of Alfred Wainwright's favourite walks in the Lake District which winds along just above the shores of Ullswater and forms a fantastic loop journey with a leg back along the famous Ullswater Steamers.
There are two other properties in the grounds of Blencowe Hall, Riverain and Wythburn Cottage, both accommodating six guests.

Blencowe is easily accessible from the Penrith train station (three hours direct from Euston) and a 10 minute taxi ride. It is about four miles from Junction 40 of the M6.

Blencowe Hall, Blencowe, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 24
Weekly prices from £3101

Self catering accommodation in Blencowe sleeps 24.

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:

Blencowe Hall details

A multi award-winning exceptional Grade I listed fortified manor dating back to the 1400s that has undergone extensive renovation, bringing the two embattled Peele towers back into use for the first time in more than 300 years. Blencowe Hall sits on a bluff above the small river Petteril and is encompassed by its own gardens, grounds and fields incorporating access to the river. It has views to the nearby Lakeland fells and across the rolling Eden Valley.

Blencowe Hall won an English Heritage Construction Conservation Award which was accorded to the 20 most outstanding projects undertaken with their supervision in 2008, an Eden District Design Award, the NWDA Conservation Award and the RICS National Conservation Award. It is 5 Star Gold Award rated by Visit England.

Guests staying at Blencowe Hall can enjoy brown trout fishing along the river, arrange for clay pigeon shooting within the grounds or take a cycle out for the day along the C2C which runs through Blencowe village. There are some great walks and runs in the local area.

Blencowe Hall is just over a mile's walk from the village of Greystoke which is dominated by Greystoke Castle and its 3,000 acre estate, accessible for public walks. Greystoke has a heated village swimming pool, a local post office/shop, a cycle cafe and a 6th century coaching inn serving meals (The Boot and Shoe).

Blencowe Hall is on the edge of the Lake District, about four miles from the Lake District National Park and seven miles from Ullswater. Close at hand is the Aira Force National Trust waterfall offering a scenic walk up to the peak of Gowbarrow Fell.

Guests staying at Blencowe Hall can arrange catering or a drop off service and babysitting. There is also bicycles available.

Bronte Barn, Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £350

Self catering accommodation in Haworth sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Sitting prominently, high up in the hills above Haworth is Bronte Barn. This stunning conversion has been recently completed by the owners and offers the discerning holiday maker everything that they could possibly wish for. Bronte Barn is meticulously presented in a contemporary style, yet still retaining that traditional feel that we would expect of a barn conversion. As you enter the barn, a very warm welcome awaits, there is under floor heating throughout, and the most wonderful large wood burning stove glows from three sides to provide a cosy feel on those cold winter nights. The views from this property can only be described as stunning. The views far across the valley and down to the picturesque reservoir below set the perfect scene for any holiday. Both Top Withens (reputedly the inspiration for Emily Brontes Wuthering Heights) and Bronte Falls are within walking distance. You can enjoy the luxury of this top spec accommodation whilst soaking up the scenery around you. There will always be plenty to keep you entertained at Bronte Barn. The dining table can be easily converted to a wonderful slate bedded snooker/pool table, and provided for your pleasure is a 46 Full HD flat screen TV with Free Sat, Blu-ray DVD, radio/CD player with ipod docking, Wi-fi internet and the oh so popular Nintendo Wii which is bound to provide hours of entertainment for both children and adults alike! After testing your fitness inside, you may find time to venture outside to explore the stunning scenery that surrounds this property. For the keen walkers amongst you, this is a paradise, with many famous walks passing the doorstep including the Pennine Way and Millenium Way.

Gateside Farmhouse -, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £520

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Located in the heart of rural farmland above the ancient market town of Sedbergh, Gateside Farmhouse enjoys excellent views from all windows of the Howgill range. Sedbergh itself is two and a half miles away, an enjoyable walk and has an excellent selection of cafes and book shops, the town being the first book town in the UK.

Cromwells Manor, near Nantwich, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £658

Self catering accommodation in near Nantwich sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview:

Cromwells Manor details

Cromwells Manor was built in 1620 and is a Grade II listed former barn. The barn has been sympathetically restored to a high standard, but still retains many of the original features whilst providing accommodation for eight guests. This detached barn is in the grounds of Woodhey Hall, a Cheshire dairy farm set in glorious unspoilt countryside.

The barn has a well-fenced garden, patio, garden furniture and barbecue. It also has access to a games lawn and children's play area. The location offers fishing and many country walks. The historic town of Nantwich and good dining pubs are within easy reach.

There is much to see and do in the area including Cholmondeley Castle and Gardens which has a game fair and other events during the year. Other attractions include day trips on the canal, Beeston Castle and Tatton Park, with its many events and RHS Flower Show. The Roman city of Chester is 30 minutes' drive, with flat racing in summer, open top bus tours of the city, the wonderful animals and gardens of Chester Zoo (34 minutes) and the Blue Planet Aquarium (35 minutes). Oulton Park (20 minutes) and Cheshire Polo (eight minutes) also make a good day out. Golf courses and horse riding are nearby.

Cromwells Manor is reputed to have been slept in by Oliver Cromwell during the battle of Nantwich. The barn has been carefully restored and retains many of its original features.

Kirkbride Hall, Melmerby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £582

Self catering accommodation in Melmerby sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview:

Kirkbride Hall details

Kirkbride Hall is a newly built traditional style stone clad terraced cottage located in walled cherry and apple orchards of Melmerby Hall and neighbours the quiet and scenic churchyard of the Grade II listed St John’s Church in Melmerby. The former orchard garden of Melmerby Hall is a beautiful and quiet setting for Kirkbride Hall and its adjoining cottages. Kirkbride has open plan access and parking to the front, and a large enclosed patio and garden to the rear – the perfect sun trap on a warm summers day with lots of room for children and pets to play safely. Kirkbride Hall also has private gated access to the 20 acres of mixed woodland grounds of Melmerby Hall through a wrought iron gate set into the orchard wall. The grounds of Melmerby Hall also include woodland paths, water meadow and a tributary to the River Eden.

Kirkbride Hall was completed in early 2015 and although new, offers all the comforts of a traditional Cumbrian cottage including sandstone walls using stone sourced from within our estate, solid oak floors, antique furniture, and a large welcoming wood burning stove in the comfortable lounge.

The village of Melmerby is set within the heart of the Eden Valley at the foot of the majestic Pennine fells and the famous Hartside pass which climbs to 1904 ft above sea level. An awe inspiring viewpoint on a clear day to take in the entire Eden Valley, the Lake District and, on occasion, southern Scotland! Melmerby also offers a host of facilities to our guests, including an award winning village bakery (providing delicious lunches, bread freshly baked daily on the premises, cakes, hot drinks and lots of gluten free options.), a well-stocked village shop, tea room and post office, a super antique shop (The Brocante Emporium), and a wonderful traditional Cumbrian pub due to re-open in Summer 2015. The well-known 'Coast to Coast' Cycle route also passes directly through the village on the A686 and ascends via Hartside to Alston, England's highest market town.