Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in North West England

Rydal Mount Barn, Caldbeck, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £270

Self catering accommodation in Caldbeck sleeps 6.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Beach near • Fishing close by • Golf close by • Pub near by • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Rydal Mount Barn oozes character, provides excellent facilities and high quality furnishings to appeal to the most discerning guests. The living accommodation of this upside down barn conversion is on the first floor, taking advantage of the views across the Solway Firth to Scotland. It is situated in the pretty village of Gilcrux, which has a pub serving good food, a restaurant and a trout farm immediately behind the cottage, where fishing is available. Gilcrux is close to the Gem town of Cockermouth, 4 miles from the sandy beach at Allonby and 4 miles from the Lake District National Park.

Station Cottage, Bootle, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £160

Self catering accommodation in Bootle sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach near • Golf close by • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: From the moment you get out of your car a feeling of calm will descend over you and all the stresses of modern day living will vanish. The hamlet of Bootle Station is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Station Cottage has an unusual location, adjoining the owners home, Station House situated right on the station itself. There are only 7 trains a day trundling along this line which runs from Carlisle to Barrow. The beach is within easy walking distance, where you can walk for miles along this unspoilt coastline. The beautiful valley, of Eskdale and Wasdale are close by. The miniature railway at Ravenglass, affectionately known as Laal Ratty will take you all the way to Eskdale Green, the kids will love it. Also at Ravenglass is Muncaster Castle and grounds. Dating back almost a 1000 years it is the ancestral home of the Pennington family and is a must see on your holiday.

Allt Maen, Lowick, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £291 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Lowick sleeps 2.

Features include: Short Breaks Romantic Break Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: In the glorious landscape of the Lake District National Park and ideally located for enjoying water sports or fell walking and climbing these two spacious and comfortable properties have been created from the conversion of an 18th century barn. Allt Maen its name derived from the Celtic 'Old Man of Coniston' a mountain visible from the properties is on the first floor and Wetherlam occupies the ground floor. Coniston Water is just 2 miles Windermere 8 miles Blawith Fells are a short drive and Grizedale Forest tracks invite mountain bikers whilst nearby stately homes and gardens offer more sedate pleasures. A friendly pub (dogs welcome) is a short stroll and shops are 3 miles away.

Stairs up to entrance on first floor: Hall and cloakroom. Spacious and well furnished sitting room with mountain views and wood burning stove. Modern kitchen with dining area. Beamed bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). Romantic beamed double bedroom.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Lakeland Fells View, Carnforth, Lancashire, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £358 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Carnforth sleeps 4.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Short Break • Ultimate • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: The name says it all – this newly converted single storey property boasts an elevated setting above the surrounding fields affording panoramic countryside views stretching several miles to the fells of the Lake District. Its modest exterior belying the comfort and style of its architecturally designed interior making best use of its dimensions it is peacefully tucked away in the old part of the village with footpaths leading from its gate yet is only 2 miles from a water sports centre fishing lakes and canal towpaths. A good road network ensures a huge range of attractions are within approximately a half hour's drive including Lake Windermere Morecombe Bay the city of Lancaster (8 miles) the Yorkshire Dales and the quaint market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Shop and pub serving food 300 yards.

Open plan sitting/dining room with well equipped kitchen. Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/WC. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Fairview, Allithwaite, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £180

Self catering accommodation in Allithwaite sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Beach near • Fishing close by • Golf close by • Pub near by • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Grange-Over-Sands and surrounding districts are a delightful area of the South Lakes, offering an interesting selection of historic seaside resorts and quaint rural villages. Grange is an elegant town, with a long, sweeping promenade fronting the Bay, lined with antique and collectors shops and cafes. Cartmel famous for its Priory and race meetings is well worth a visit, if only to sample the local sticky toffee pudding. Allithwaite is a short drive from both Grange and Cartmel and is only about 7 miles from the southern tip of Lake Windermere with easy access to the higher fells. Fairview, an end terrace cottage, has been completely renovated to provide exceptional levels of comfort. The accommodation is set out over three floors. The enclosed garden is reached from the lower ground floor, just the spot to enjoy eating al fresco in the warm summer months.

Wexford, Gosforth Seascale, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £200

Self catering accommodation in Gosforth Seascale sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Beach near • Fishing close by • Golf close by • Pub near by • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Wexford is a beautifully furnished timber chalet situated on Seven Acres Caravan Park, at the entrance to the beautiful valleys of Eskdale and Wasdale where you will find Englands favourite view. Seven Acres is conveniently located off the A595 between the villages of Gosforth (approx 1/2 mile) and Holmrook, minutes from the sea and next to the mountains of the Western Lakes. In Gosforth you will find shops, pubs and restaurants. Places of interest nearby include Muncaster Castle and Owl Centre, and the Laal Ratty miniature railway. Seven Acres is close to both the deepest lake and the highest mountain in England, Wastwater and Sca Fell Pike.

Ewe Tree Cottage, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Broughton-in-Furness sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Wonderful attention to authentic detail in refurbishing this 300-year-old detached holiday cottage has created a tranquil, romantic hideaway with amazing views of the Duddon Valley. It has private river frontage with bathing area and rare breed animals graze in the pastures. Broughton-in-Furness (5 miles) has village shops and pubs, and the lovely Cumbrian beaches are a ½-hour drive. Historic houses, gardens, South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Coniston Water and Lake Windermere are easily accessible. Shop 1 mile, pubs 3 miles.

Most rooms beamed. Large living room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace, slate floor. Step down to kitchen/dining room with electric range, slate floor. Sun room. Utility. Stone spiral staircase to double bedroom with four-poster bed. Bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet.

Shoremeadow, Silecroft, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £200

Self catering accommodation in Silecroft sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach near • Golf close by • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Shoremeadow, extensively refurbished for 2011, is set 150 metres from a beautiful, secluded sandy beach and enjoys a idyllic position in this tranquil south western corner of the Lakes where the mountains meet the sea.The cottage is a two minute drive from the peaceful village of Silecroft. It has stunning westerly views over the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man and easterly views to Blackcoombe Fell. The beach extends for miles in both directions and is perfect for dog walking, lazy days building sand castles or taking to the sea for fishing.