Cartmel (1mls S), Cumbria

Boasting light and bright social spaces bursting with charm and character, this stylish yet homely countryside retreat is the ultimate family getaway for an unforgettable Cumbrian adventure. Find pure tranquillity exploring the magnificent dog-friendly coastal walks around the Cartmel Peninsula or by cruising the iconic Lake Windermere. There's no better place to unwind with your loved ones than the homely open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, boasting wonderful high vaulted ceilings with original beams.

Rustle up a delicious meal in the sleek kitchen and enjoy your efforts seated around the dining table before firing up the wood burner and hunkering down on the plush sofas in front of the Smart TV. The floor-to-ceiling windows and flame-effect gas fire make the cosy snug the perfect spot for a moment of peace to plan tomorrow's adventure. There are two king-size bedrooms downstairs and two king-size bedrooms upstairs which each feature a beautiful Juliette balcony, one overlooking the garden and one overlooking the main open-plan living space.

Stargaze past bedtime from the comfort of the stylish enclosed patio as playful pups let off some steam roaming the artificial grass at the front of the property. Surrounded by the postcard-perfect scenery of Morecambe Bay, the small, sleepy village of Allithwaite, offers some wonderfully scenic, sun-dappled walks in and around the village from the doorstep. Sample some of the area's best local produce from the picturesque village of Cartmel just over 2 miles away, boasting quaint cobbled streets housing bespoke shops and quality eateries; a family day out at Cartmel Racecourse (2 miles) is a must.

The wonderful ornamental gardens and long seafront promenade of Grange-Over-Sands can be reached less than 2 miles away, whilst peaceful cruises along Lake Windermere aboard a traditional steamer can be reached within 16 miles from Bowness-On-Windermere.