The Carthouse at The Green Cumbria

A wood-burning stove sits in an original stone fireplace; natural slate, stone and wood add to the warmth and subtle earthy colours will calm you. Views soar from every window and you can hear the beck trickle past while you look out for red squirrels, wild fell ponies and sheep – this is delightfully untrammelled countryside and there are gorgeous walks from the door.

Two immaculate bedrooms are on the first floor, another on the second with even better views and all can be super king size doubles or twins. Find a wet room and extra loo on the ground floor. The kitchen has all the bells and whistles for large groups, you eat at a convivial table and you’re left a welcome hamper with local chocolate, crisps, fresh sourdough and a bottle of wine.

Walk across fields to the pub for a pint then return to the enclosed courtyard garden with seating for summer evening suppers relishing the views and the tranquillity.