Cumbria

A swish and very generous eco barn with a wood-fired hot tub and a view-filled deck close to fabulous walking in the Dales or the Lakes

A big comfy house that's perfect for active family holidays. In a lively Lakeland village near Keswick with views over Derwentwater

A large, light and airy studio on a beautiful estate surrounded by woodland and fields near to the Lakes and Pennines for fabulous walking

Fabulous lake views, a private garden, beach and jetty – this clever boathouse conversion is a great getaway for boaters and country-lovers

An indulging stay: exquisite decor, cosy fire, honesty bar, champagne hamper... Wellies & Barbours to borrow for yomps in Dales or Lakes

An art-filled, open-plan retreat with beautiful views, for walkers, cyclists or lovers - deep in the Westmorland Dales National Park

Cosy apartment for two in a cluster of farm buildings near Hawkshead, surrounded by countryside and with a good pub a stroll away

Your own wing of this fine old Hall with lovely gardens which you are free to roam, and with views over the Pennines on fine days

A large, light-filled house with plenty of space for all, two sitting rooms, an open fire and a big garden. Rates offered for smaller groups

A rural idyll with a hot tub near lovely Cartmel, surrounded by woods, meadows and wildlife - great for walkers, near to the Lakes

Cosy, peaceful retreat not far from Hadrian's wall. A real fire, tennis, BBQ, the Coast to Coast cycle route and hilly treks from the door

Hike the Wild Boar Fells, get cosy at home with books, games and DVDs, and meet the farm’s hens, pigs, cows and sheep

Cosy Lakeland stone barn in acres of peaceful countryside for walkers, wildlife lovers and those wishing for a retreat

Restored 18th-century farm building surrounded by countryside, with a good pub a short walk away and Lake Windermere a ten-minute drive

A beautifully renovated getaway set in glorious countryside near the Lakes. Strike out on walks from the door, relax in the woodland garden

Deep in the Lake District, a well-loved family home with long views from each cosy room. Home-cooked dinners to order too

Stunning, spacious 3-storey converted mill with stylish bedrooms. Cook just-caught brown trout from the river, eat at a hand built oak table

A cosy cottage for two within easy reach of the Lake District set in beautiful countryside just outside Cartmel