Scafell Lodge Crake Valley Holiday Park Water Yeat, Ulverston, LA12 8DL

Escape to the heart of the Lake District National Park and embrace a holiday in rural splendour, choosing this charming lodge on the cusp of Coniston WaterSleeping two in comfort, you ll be thoroughly spoilt with a sheltered hot tub for relaxing evenings the perfect antidote after a day of roaming the countrysideGolf, fishing and water sports are popular activities nearby, but you ll also have the legendary heights of the Old Man of Coniston to scale if you are feeling really adventurousClimb the steps and slip inside to find your open plan living space, a comfortable setting that s perfect for all those nights you ll spend dining a deux at the table or curling up on the sofa to watch a film.

A wood burner effect electric fire crackles invitingly, providing a sanctuary after you ve finished rustling up a feast in the kitchen areaAt bedtime, there is a double bedroom with a stylish en suite shower roomOn balmy evenings the decked terrace will prove very tempting for al fresco drinks, plus you ll have your hot tub for a little splash of luxuryConiston Water is renowned for its beauty, and how better to take in the mountainous backdrop than from the vantage point of a leisure cruise across the water.

A paradise for walkers, there are lots of trails to choose from leading around the edge of the water and beyondIconic Lake Windermere is 17.5 miles away, providing opportunities for cream teas and retail therapy in pretty villages such as Lakeside 11.5 miles away and Bowness on Windermere 14.5 miles awayHawkshead is a delight too with its cobbled streets and array of eateries 9.5 miles away.