8 The Mews Bampton , Penrith, CA10 2RE

Retreat to this exquisite cottage in tranquil Bampton to experience the beauty of the eastern Lake DistrictSleeping four guests, the three bedroom, single storey hideaway takes in enchanting views out across the Lowther ValleyA holiday home for all seasons, it comes with a wood burner to toast beside after autumn and winter excursions and a lovely garden for summer daysIt also has a sauna.

The cottage is 7 miles from Pooley Bridge, where you can catch a steamer and cruise on UllswaterWander inside to find accommodation brimming with character through its beamed ceilings and exposed stone wallsLeave your walking boots and wellies in the entrance hall before heading through to the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner to relax for a spellLight the wood burner on chilly days, watch your favourite TV programmes and amble over to the kitchen to prepare a tasty meal with ingredients you have bought.

You will find everything else you need through here to assist you in your endeavoursDine together at the table, then stroll through to the conservatory with your coffee to take in the verdant viewsOpen the doors in here on summer eveningsWhen you are ready to retire for the night, make your way into the king size bedroom or one of the two singles.

There is a family bathroom, complete with the rare treat of a sauna, for everyone to shareMake the most of the attractive garden on sunny daysSit out here with a cup of tea and absorb the beautiful viewsHead to Pooley Bridge to follow the Ullswater Way, a 20 mile circular route that goes right around the lake.

Head 2 miles to Haweswater for more lakeside walksVisit impressive Lowther Castle, 5.5 miles away, where you can stroll through scenic grounds and see the ruins.