Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 8 - Alsop en le Dale, Derbyshire

Situated in idyllic Alsop-En-Le-Dale, this delightful cottage is an excellent base for large families or groups of friends. Not only will you have miles of beautiful walking trails to discover, there are opportunities for cycling alongside adrenaline fuelled activities such as abseiling, caving and climbing too. Exert yourself on your adventures, then retreat to the privacy of the garden, a sanctuary with a bubbling hot tub that's perfect for stargazing.

On chillier nights, nothing beats curling up by the wood burner with a drink in hand. Inside is the epitome of hygge comfort thanks to the timber beams and chic decor. Soak up the views across the countryside as you tuck into bacon and eggs in the kitchen/diner, sampling local coffee and planning your itinerary for the day.

Entertainment is no problem when you consider the games room with its reversible air hockey and pool table, or while away the hours watching films and snuggling up in front of the lounge wood burner. The four bedrooms are beautifully styled and equipped with super-king zip-and-link beds for flexible sleeping arrangements. One of the bedrooms has an en-suite shower room, and there is a bathroom and shower room to choose from too.

The biggest treat of all is the ample outside space which will tempt you with its BBQ, hot tub and fire pit. Wild swimming, gorge scrambling or mountain climbing opportunities are there for the taking thanks to the diverse landscape of the stunning Peak District National Park. You'll also be able to book guided tours if you'd like to scale the imposing peak of Kinder Scout (28.5 miles).

If the thought of this fills you with dread, Bakewell is a delightful and sedate alternative – you can explore its honeyed-stone properties and tempting tearooms serving slabs of its iconic pudding.