THE NOOK, family friendly, with open fire in Penrith

The Nook in Gamblesby, Cumbria can sleep eight in four bedrooms.

The kitchen/diner houses an aga cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, a utility with washing machine and tumble dryer, a sitting room with woodburning stove and a snug. The bedrooms include a king-size, two doubles and a twin with en-suite shower, serviced by a bathroom. To the outside is a garden patio with seating and off-road parking for three cars. This property does not accept pets or smoking. Within 4.2 miles there is a shop and within 1.5 miles there is a pub. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are included in rent. Choose The Nook for a relaxing break to Cumbria. Note: Limited headroom in twin bedroom.

Amenities: Oil central heating. AGA cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, cafetiere. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 3 cars and EV charger. Rear garden with patio and lawn. Outside dining area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 4.2 miles, pub 1.5 miles. Note: Limited headroom in twin bedroom

Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Town: Kirkoswald, a charming rural village in the Eden Valley, is well located for exploring the North Pennines and the Lake District, two areas of outstanding natural beauty. A 12th-century church, two top-notch pubs offering high-quality food, a store, and a post office are all located in Kirkoswald. The area is well-known for walking, cycling, canoeing, hiking, and excellent salmon and trout fishing along the neighbouring River Eden. There are literally miles of beautiful walkways that follow the course of the river and provide inviting areas for picnics and sightseeing. Expect gorges and caves throughout the trip, and keep an eye out for the ten unique benchmark sculptures. One of Cumbria's best-kept secrets is the Eden Gorge, which is between Lazonby and Armathwaite. It is definitely worth exploring, and the nearby train station is a stop on the Settle-Carlisle Railway, one of the country's most picturesque rail routes. A short journey will take you to Brougham Castle, Long Meg and her daughters (the third-largest stone circle in England), Hadrian's Wall, the town of Penrith, and the ancient city of Carlisle. Kirkoswald is a good location to stay because the beautiful scenery of the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks are both accessible from there.