Tarnside

The Lake District's western valleys sit on your doorstep from Tarnside, a first-floor apartment carved into mature woodland close to Wastwater. The location puts you within reach of high fell country and quieter water than the crowded eastern lakes; Ambleside and Grasmere are a short drive away, and serious walkers have direct access to surrounding fells from the grounds.

The layout is open-plan across one floor, with a living area that opens to a south-facing balcony, a separate kitchen equipped for self-catering, and two bedrooms—one with a king-size bed and the other with two singles. Both bedrooms have their own bathroom, and the kitchen has everything needed to cook properly. The 2½ acres of shared grounds include a small tarn and woodland walks; there's on-site parking, wifi, and heating included in the rent. The property does not allow smoking.

A pub sits less than a mile away. The apartment suits families or groups wanting a quiet base with easy access to Lakeland walking and the quieter end of the region. Note that entrance involves external open-tread stairs.