Hasket Newmarket , Wigton, CA7 8JG

This traditional cottage with wooden beamed ceilings, an exposed stone fireplace and a pretty garden with a pond offers a tranquil base in the north of the Lake District for a group of five guestsUnwind in nature as you spend your time away enjoying woodland walks, wild waterfall dips and visits to the nearby lakesStep inside through the entrance hall and continue into the open plan dining area, which flows seamlessly into the loungeBoth spaces are neutrally toned with a wooden beamed ceiling, wooden furnishings and floral curtains.

Natural light pours in through the glass patio doors and the space is kept warm by the wood burner, which sits in an exposed brick fireplaceContinue into the bright kitchen with pale cabinets, dark surface tops and a hint of blue in the decorAlso on the ground floor is a convenient utility room and a WCUpstairs is a family bathroom plus three bedrooms two doubles, one with an en suite, and a single room.

Outside, you ll find a well sized garden with furniture, a patio, a lawn and a small pondWhile staying in Hesket Newmarket, explore the village to find a small shop and a country pub (both within 0.5 miles)Enjoy a woodland adventure in Caldbeck (1.5 miles) or Sebergham (4 miles)Soak up the scenic views from Bassenthwaite Lake National Nature Reserve (10.5 miles) or summit Skiddaw mountain (15.5 miles), which sits at 931 metres above sea level.

You could also visit the exotic animals at the nearby wildlife park (10.5 miles).