UK National Parks

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

Friendly, informal B&B at this country house with lovely gardens on a big estate in the Meon Valley. Walk, cycle, enjoy the peace

A wonderfully quiet, comfortable hideaway for 4. Find logs in the fire, old stone walls, garden views… the setting on a fine day is idyllic

An old farm worker's cottage, niftily done up and nicely remote, with walking and fishing on the doorstep, two miles from Hadrian's Wall

Come for Goodwood and good fun - simple, relaxed old farmhouse style with quirky touches, a lovely garden and long views

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

Up, up and away to this stunning cottage perched 1400 feet high in the National Park with big skies, grand walks and much comfort indoors

A 19th-century bothy in remote, rugged countryside on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park, for walkers, birders and seekers of peace

Crackling fires in winter, croquet in the summer. Life ticks by peacefully - rooms are engagingly old-fashioned, the garden is much-loved

An 18th-century cottage for four on a working sheep farm: walk the Pentland Hills, get the bus to Edinburgh for culture

A peaceful and unpretentious spot for a digital detox with long walks up on the moors and fabulous views from the top

A romantic cottage in a quiet village with a fresh décor, a cosy wood-burner, a sun-filled garden and a short stroll to the pub

One of 2 tranquil retreats, near the river Solva. Fall asleep to the stream, wake to the birds, dine out on the little patio

Gorgeous village green, flagged floors, well-kept ales, local food, lovely bedrooms, a new barn conversion... great for exploring Yorkshire

Part of the original Wensleydale creamery overlooking the river, with bustling Hawes and great walking country right on your doorstep

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

A lovingly converted eco barn overlooking a wildflower valley in arty Pembs. For honeymoons and mini moons... a slice of heaven!

On the doorstop, Dovedale, Buxton, Chatsworth House... Come home to snooker, books, logs, a patio with views and masses of lovely space