Owls hoot and the steam train toots by. The hamlet of Cowgill is marvellously remote and the views of the valley are glorious

A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north - expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town

Small, luxurious hideaway, a sublime spa hotel with six rooms only and a treatment room that overlooks a private lake

Walk onto the fells from this well-loved Lakeland farmhouse. The garden is full of wildlife, flowers, mature trees and places to sit

A rustic and beguiling hilltop house with old flagstones, open fires and an exciting cockloft for children: heaven for sybarites and walkers

Deep in the Lake District, a well-loved family home with heavenly views from each cosy carpeted room. Superb home-cooked dinners to order!

Charming retreat for 2 or 4 in beautiful Cumbrian countryside. Pleasantly rustic rooms, delicious locally sourced breakfasts, great walks

Your very own love nest: frolic in the outdoor rolltop, hunker by the wood-burner, bask in the gardens... near Lakes and Dales

Original features, reclaimed wood, cosy wood-burner, books to read. Lovely garden and friendly travel-loving hosts who look after you well

Victorian country house overlooking the Howgill Fells. Walks from the door, good breakfasts – space galore to bring family and friends too

Traditional and welcoming with 2 acres of year round interest for garden fans - a super spot for walkers, bird watchers and nature lovers

A 16th-century farmhouse on peaceful Ullswater encircled by Lakeland fells, with old-world interiors that sweep you back to a colourful past

A swish eco barn with complimentary yummy stuff, a fab wood-fired hot tub & view-filled deck. The Dales or the Lakes? The choice is yours!

A dog-friendly, relaxed local with newly vamped rooms, great microbrewery ales and tasty, local, homemade food served beside a roaring fire

You're high in the Pennines near Alston with stunning views from this 18th-century farm building attached to the owners' house

A peaceful countryside escape in the glorious Eden Valley for families & friends. The views are dreamy, Penrith and Keswick are close

Family-friendly lakes retreat steeped in local history. Acres of wild country to get lost in and a splendid bar to help find yourself again

A cosy stone-flagged cottage with great views and friendly hosts. Organic breakfasts set you up properly for a day on the hills