Ganny House Birker Moor Eskdale, Holmrook, CA19 1TJ

Experience the true beauty of Eskdale and the Lake District when you retreat to this rustic hideawaySleeping six guests, the three bedroom, stone cottage offers homely accommodation at Birkerthwaite, near Birker MoorWelcoming pets, the property, which is 4 miles from Eskdale Green, is ideal for families and friends eager to set out on foot to explore their surroundingsIt has a beautiful garden that children and pets will adore and a wood burner for winter evenings.

Tear yourselves away from the views of Scafell to enter the cottage, which dates back to the 1600sDiscover a lounge/diner with beams and the wood burnerLay a fire in here on chilly days then settle down to play games or watch the Smart TV or a DVDHead through to the country kitchen to prepare hearty meals on the oil fired Aga.

Pause at the table in here with a cup of tea as supper roasts then call everyone through to dine in the main roomWhen eyelids begin to droop make your way up to the first floor of the cottageHere your bedrooms include a twin, a bunk bedroom and a king size with a four poster bedThe family bathroom is also at this level.

Make the most of the gorgeous lawned garden on sunny daysFire up the BBQ out here and dine in the fresh airPlay family games then sit out under the stars with a bottle of wine after the children have gone to bedKeep your eyes peeled for an array of birds and possibly the odd red squirrel.

Venture 9 miles from your base to the shores of picturesque Wast WaterHead 10 miles to Ravenglass to walk along the beach or take a trip on the Ravenglass and Eskdale RailwayVisit Muncaster Castle, 7 miles away.