Orchard House

Families and groups of six will find Orchard House a comfortable base in the Cumbrian countryside. The property sits attached to the main farmhouse on a private 48-acre estate, with three bedrooms across two floors—a super king with ensuite on the first floor, a zip-and-link room (configurable as two singles), and a further king—plus two bathrooms. The ground floor is open plan, combining living and dining space with a kitchen equipped for real cooking. Bi-fold doors open onto a balcony with outdoor furniture and a barbecue.

The essentials are covered: electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and wifi are included, along with logs for the woodburner. A hot tub seats six. The property sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where red squirrels, woodpeckers and pheasants are regular visitors. Walking distance to Castle Carrock village and its country pub; Gelt Woods and Carrock Fell are nearby for more ambitious days out. Brampton, four miles away, serves as a market town with access to Hadrian's Wall and the Lake District. One dog is welcome provided it stays on a lead—the surrounding countryside is working farmland. Parking for three cars. No smoking.