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UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY The Lake District has a vast range of places to stay. Whether you’re a looking for a unique experience in the wild or five star luxury there’s a style to suit everyone. We’ve hand selected every single one to make sure only the best places to stay make it into our collection. ​ Hinterlandes Cabin A remote cabin in a secret location - luxury and adventure in the beautiful Lake District. The perfect hide away. Bumble Choo Bumble Choo is a traditional stone terraced cottage in the heart of Windermere village. A perfect base for a family or group of friends to explore the Lake District. Hinterlands Converted Bus Simple luxurious accommodation in handpicked locations with jaw dropping views. With a wood-fired hot tub. Rose Cottages Luxury on the edge of Bouth, beautiful 17th c cottages offer the prefect retreat whilst in the Lakes. Orrest Head Shepherd Huts The newly built luxurious Blacksmith Hut is a cosy, quiet retreat with log burner and everything you need for your stay including an outside fire pit set in a private garden. Orrest Head Shepherd Huts The newly built luxurious Woodland Hut is a cosy, quiet retreat set in ancient woodlands! Relax in front of the log burner and get back to nature. Tree Tents Low Wray Situated at the Low Wray Campsite run by the National Trust. Close to Ambleside and Hawkshead. Lakes Boat House West shore of Lake Windermere, surrounded by idyllic countryside and is situated between Far Sawrey and Graythwaite. Holbeck Ghyll Hotel Luxury Lake District getaway, with views over the surrounding fells and Lake. Herdwick Huts On their own exclusive site within the magnificent grounds of Rydal Hall. Luxury camping at it’s very best. Armathwaite Hall Hotel Set in the secluded deer park and woodland, bordered by Bassenthwaite Lake. The Old Vicarage Stunning Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the Lakes, swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. The Swan Cottages Luxury holiday cottages located within the grounds of The Swan Hotel. Beautiful scenic walks right on the doorstep. Broadoaks Country House Luxury Lake District Hotel & Wedding Venue. Surrounded by beautiful woodlands, magnificent grounds and tumbling river. Tommy Bit Shepherd's hut for 2 in Borrowdale. Enjoy fantastic views, cook up a meal on the campfire or curl up on the sofa in front of the wood burning stove. Croglin Yurt Luxurious and magical. Nestled on the river bank. Handcrafted by the Lakeland Yurt Company from locally grown timber into the perfect rural retreat. Gypsy Caravan Everlyn Evelyn sits in a stunning location right on the banks of the river Eden in a very private space with views out across the river to the wooded banks opposite. High Thorn Farm Make yourself at home in one of the luxurious cottages. Nestled between the beautiful Lake District National Park and the sweeping Howgills.

PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM Cumbria is well known for its natural beauty and also for its talented photographers who are passionate about capturing it. Whether you're looking for landscape , lifestyle, pet or wedding photography we think we can help. We have selected some of the best photographer's from around Cumbria, each offering something unique but all having the ability to convey emotion, mood, narrative, and story telling within their photography. LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHERS LANDSCAPE PHOGRAPHERS Jason Chambers Professional landscape, wedding, event and lifestyle photography. Based in Keswick Cumbria. Available for work both nationally and abroad. Martyn Dunbar Nisi Visionary. Landscape, wildlife photographer. Please see more images by clicking here. Image, Brothers Water Cumbria. John Shackleton Lanscape photographer, who loves the wild outdoors. Image, Buttermere the Lone tree. Please see more images by clicking here. Sam Milward Open and limited edition artworks which capture the temporal atmospheres of our most picturesque landscapes and remote wilderness. WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Eriin Browne Photography Capturing your memories and telling the story of your day “I take pictures to forever capture moments that time will one day cruelly force us to forget”— eriinbrowne Bridgette Ibbotson Photography Bridgette will embrace your quirks she is a fun, informal photographer, who loves natural photos... the ones where you're belly laughing and have multiple chins. Hannah Shearman Photography Let Hannah work her magic! Hannah specialises in storytelling photography, which means that your album is like a story showing all the natural and wonderful moments of your day. A Lasting Shot Documenting beautiful moments that happen that otherwise may be missed, creating alastingshot for you to revisit time and time again. Velvet Cow Media Specialising in natural documentary style wedding photography and videography. Capturing those beautiful unstaged moments that stay with you forever. Jaye Peg Photography Taking photographs that capture the joy and emotion, moment after special moment and producing memories for you to savour and look back on for years to come. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS LIFESTYLE Lucy Barden Photography Lucy works in the Lake District, Cumbria and Lancashire shooting interiors and commercial photography. She also shoots product photography from her studio. Melissa Watts Photography Natural, traditional looking photos is the style Melissa tries to portray through her work. If you’d like to book a shoot, please don’t hesitate to contact her. Click here. PET PHOTOGRAPHERS PET PHOTOGRAPHERS Florence De Orellana Classic pet portraits, capturing the character of your animal friend. Giving you a very special photograph of your pet for you to enjoy and share. Rebecca Hilton Rebecca has a range of packages available including on location pet portrait, family, working dog training, and field sports shoots. Melissa Watts Natural pet photo shoot with natural lighting and outdoor scenery! We all love to have the best photos of our pets so why not get some professional shoots done by a local photographer! Paws Pet Photography Pet photoshoots on location. Animal events photography and more. Currently taking enquiries click to see more.

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DOG FRIENDLY PLACES TO STAY A holiday wouldn't be the same without our four legged friends, so we have selected a few of our favourite dog friendly places to stay whilst visiting the Lake District. Armathwaite Hall Hotel Set in the secluded deer park and woodland, bordered by Bassenthwaite Lake. Holbeck Ghyll Hotel Luxury Lake District getaway, with views over the surrounding fells and Lake. High Thorn Farm Make yourself at home in one of the luxurious cottages. Nestled between the beautiful Lake District National Park and the sweeping Howgills. Broadoaks Country House Luxury Lake District Hotel & Wedding Venue. Surrounded by beautiful woodlands, magnificent grounds and tumbling river. Rydal Hall Rydal Hall is in a lovely setting with the Fairfield Horseshoe and Nab Scar as a backdrop. Bookings for groups or private individuals. Herdwick Huts On their own exclusive site within the magnificent grounds of Rydal Hall. Luxury camping at it’s very best. The Old Vicarage Stunning Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the Lakes, swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. Queens Head The Queens Head, a former 17th century coaching inn, nestled on the side of the fells over looking the Troutbeck Valley. Love dogs so come and get cosy!

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DOG SERVICES IN CUMBRIA We have selected a few of our trusted dog services around Cumbria. Including dog walkers, dog care, dog training, groomers, photographers, and health care services. Please contact us if you need any more information. You can also use our interactive map or click on the listing to see more. Thank you to Melissa Watts for the adorable photography of Milo the Springador. Florence Deorellana Pet Photography Classic pet portraits, capturing the character of your animal friend. Giving you a very special photograph of your pet for you to enjoy and share. Melissa Watts Pet Photography Get a perfect natural pet photo shoot with natural lighting and outdoor scenery! We all love to have the best photos of our pets so why not get some professional shoots done by a local photographer! Rebecca Hilton I have a range of packages available including on location pet portrait, family, working dog training, and field sports shoots. Lakes Pet Services Based in Windermere, we provide home boarding, day care, overnight stays, dog walking. pet sitting, grooming and dog behaviour consultations. Pawz Photography Pet photoshoots and more! Sharing with you the creative process that help me get to the final versions of my images! Click to see more. Oakhill Veterinary Group Family run, experienced & trusted vets in the heart of the Lake District. Veterinary services in Windermere & Ambleside Shampooch at Studio K9 Shampooch is a purpose built pet grooming salon in Cumbria, with over 20 years experince and a City and Guilds in canine anatomy and behaviour passing at distinction level. Ambleside Dog Walker Comprehensive dog care service covering the South Lakes including dog walking, day care, home boarding, pet sitting & wedding packages. A family run, fully licensed & insured, DBS checked & canine 1st aid trained. Paws by the Lake A unique Pet Shop and Gift Shop for You and Your Dog. We specialise in equipment for active / 'outdoor' dogs. You can also shop online. Lakeland Pet Supplies Lakeland Pet Supplies. 28 Main Road, Windermere Cumbria. Offering a wide range of supplies including food and accessories for pets.

PLACES TO EXPLORE The Lake District offers beauty and escape in equal measure. The magnificent mountains, mesmerising lakes and quaint villages, the regions culture, the history – a new vista at every turn, beauty all around - there’s truly something here for everyone. We’ve tried to steer away from the where the masses roam and have selected the less well trod paths that we feel are that extra bit special. ​ ​​ Ullswater Lake Ullswater is the second largest lake in the Lake District at 7.5 miles long. It is on average 3/4 mile wide and has a maximum depth of 205 feet. Blea Tarn Blea Tarn, is in valley between Little Langdale and the larger Great Langdale. Brilliant views of Lingmoor and Pike of Blisco and other surrounding Langdale fells. Stanley Ghyll Force A 60 foot high waterfall in a dramatic deep and narrow gorge. Just off the minor road through Eskdale, near the Eskdale Railway at Dalegarth. Stockley Bridge An old packhorse bridge located at the head of Borrowdale where the path forks to head up to either Styhead Pass or Allen Crags Gill. Raven Crag Raven Crag is a fell in the English Lake District that overlooks Thirlmere reservoir. It has subsidiary summits The Benn and Castle Crag. Devoke Water A small lake in the west region, it lies on Birker Fell, 1 km to the west of the road between Ulpha & Eskdale. It is the largest tarn in the Lake District. Thirlmere Thirlmere Valley, large reservoir and steep fells. The Helvellyn ridge lies to the east of Thirlmere. Buttermere Buttermere Lake is one of the best round-the-lake walks in the Lake District. Slater’s Bridge 17th Century packhorse bridge spanning the River Brathay. Rydal Caves Located on the slopes of Loughrigg Fell, Hop over the rocks over the water inside of the cave, but don't fall in! Brant Fell Just a short walk from Bowness-on-Windermere. It is the subject of a chapter of Wainwright's book The Outlying Fells of Lakeland. It reaches 629 feet (192 m). The Old Boat House At Pooley Bridge, Ullswater. Stunning views over the Lake and the nearby fells - a romantic get away. Kelly Hall Tarn Torver Located about 1 km south-south-east of the village of Torver. Its name is said to be derived from a nearby building that has since disappeared. The Lone Tree This stand alone birch tree in Buttermere looking so delicate amongst the wild and rugged hills all around it. Rydal Water Always offering amazing views, and different perspectives in different seasons, Rydal Water has something for everyone with its various walks and places to visit. Lake District, Low Wood Jetty The view across the lake is breathtaking. With the location being in between Windemere and Ambleside is ideal. Wast Water Set in a valley surrounded by mountains, this glacial lake features nature trails and fantaastic views. Holker Hall & Gardens With the estate overing some 17,000 acres of beautiful countryside in England’s South Lakeland. Helvellyn Striding Edge The third highest fell in England. Striding Edge is the famous and renowned ridge that flanks the south eastern passage to Helvellyn. Derwent Water Occuping part of Borrowdale & lies immediately south of the town of Keswick. It is both fed & drained by the River Derwent. Cathedral Quarry Long-abandoned small network of inter-linked quarries originating back to the 16th century in Little Langdale Aira Force Waterfall A spectacular waterfall dropping 65 feet down a ravine into a rocky pool and is set in beautiful ancient woodland and a network of trails weaving its way from Ullswater and beyond. Hodge Close Quarry Dramatic Hodge close it was a green slate quarry in the Tilberthwaite Valley, near Langdale. First quarried in the 19th century right up until the 1960s. Wray Castle Sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere you will find the gothic Wray Castle and its grounds. Including cafe, shop and adventure play grounds. Windermere The most popular tourist attraction in the Lake District, Lake Windermere is the largest natural lake in England. Enjoy a cruise with Lake Cruises.

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CUMBRIAN ARTISANS We are very lucky in the Lake District to be able to boast a plethora of highly talented designers, artists, artisans and craftspeople. Taking inspiration from the regions natural beauty, they channel their passion to produce an impressive range of unique and magnificent pieces. We are excited to share with you a selection of our favourites - we will share others with you as we discover them. Sam Milward Open and limited edition artworks which capture the temporal atmospheres of our most picturesque landscapes and remote wilderness. Steve Hicks A true Blacksmith and creative artisan with his forge and studio overlooking Lake Windermere Jo Vincent Glass Designer Jo designs and produces glass art, interior accessories and architectural glass installations for private and commercial spaces. Perkins & Morley Perkins & Morley are Jill Perkins and Jan Morley, and we have been a designing duo since 1987. Childs & Co Beautifully crafted products individually made by furniture designer and maker, Iain Childs. Located on the edge of the beautiful Lake District. Herdwick Designed, hand cut & sewn products - a reflection of the farming heritage of Cumbria. Wolfe & Wood A gifted creative turning his hand to anything. With a passion for wood - making bespoke furniture, gifts and crafts that are truly unique. Feather & Wild Mountains, trees & wilderness right on the doorstep inspires Victoria to put pen to paper & paint to canvas. Cable & Blake Fabric of the Lakes Rachel & Alice, the creative team behind Cable and Blake, love all things Cumbrian. Unique designs and prints bring a modern twist to the Lake District heritage. Lakeland Lights Company Jo and James make luxury scented candles inspired by the Lake District and Cumbria. Rebecca Cropper Rebecca a self taught artist began drawing at the end of 2016, opening her shop and gallery in 2017 in Bowness-on-Windermere. Feather & Springs Family business who expertly handcraft mattresses. Passionate about providing the perfect sleep. Little Lakeland Soap Company Handmade soap bringing the natural goodness of essential oils to your body, mind & senses. Magda Brugier (Magda Magda) Printmaking artist working predominantly with textiles. Her studio is in the beautiful countryside of the Lake District. Jan Morley Art Jan runs a design company & works from her home studio in Arnside, in Cumbria. Maisie Short A mixed-media textile artist focusing on collage, digital printing and embroidery to create bold and textural wall hangings.' Bath House Natural skincare brand founded in 1997 by a creative team of artists and designers who live and work in the Lake District. The Bespoke Home Jacqueline Duffield is the owner of The Bespoke Home and makes beautiful pieces of furniture from her workshop in Penrith, Cumbria.

MADE IN THE LAKE DISTRICT As some wit once said - ‘ If shopping doesn’t make you happy, then you’re in the wrong shop’ Well, let us take you to the right shops here in the Lake District. – We’re not all seeking the mundane, some of us want different, unique, creative, hand made – a true memento of the lakes. That’s what we seek to share with you. We have sought out shops that we love, that we shop in and that we know you will want us to share with you. We’re constantly on the look out for new boutiques and studios to share with you. Bous Candles and Home Fragrance Each scent is developed in house using carefully selected essential oils to take you on a journey. Feather & Wild Victoria has a passion for producing art & gifts that provoke a memory or feeling of escapism. Inspired by the English Lake District. Superlove Merino Britain's first range of performance merino clothing for babies, toddlers and kids aged 0-6 years. Founded in 2012, in the English Lake District. Cable & Blake Fabric Beautiful Herdwick fabrics and handmade crafted gifts made from Cable & Blake fabric. Lakeland Soap Company Candles, Soap, Lip Balms, Pulse Points, Bath Salts, Reed Diffusers & Gift Boxes 100% natural ingredients. Herdwick A range of beautifully designed Herdwick Tweed bags, caps and cushions designed and made in The Lake District. Wolfe & Wood Handcrafted bespoke wooden furniture, personalised gifts, crafts children's crafts and more. Lakeland Lights Company Luxury handmade scented candles inspired by the Lake District, Cumbria. Expertly blended to capture the essence of each location. Hicks Iron Craft A true Blacksmith and creative artisan with his forge and studio overlooking Lake Windermere. Jan Morley Art Inspired by the colours, light and reflections in the Cumbrian landscapes around her. Felltarn Design & Giftware Felltarn has quickly become renowned for its beautiful illustrations and quality gifts, all still produced by hand in the heart of Cumbria. Farrer’s Tea & Coffee Fresh artisan coffee & fine teas since 1819 in the market town of Kendal. Perkins & Morley A little bit of everything designed by Jill Perkins and Jan Morley. Kin Toffee Vodka Smooth Hand blended Vodka, produced in the heart of the Lake District. Fern & Fell Affordable luxury brand which brings you 100% natural candles, made fresh to order using a secret blend of rapeseed + coconut wax and 100% pure essential oils.

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GREAT FOR CHILDREN The Lake District is magical playground for us as well as our children, with its spellbinding landscape, mystical woodlands, incredible mountains, and shimmering waters. There are so many magical places in the Lake District to capture the imagination of little ones and give them a great day out. Beatrix Potter House Hill Top Enjoy visiting Beatrix Potter's 17th-century farmhouse, gardens and shop. Look at the places Jemima Puddleduck and Tom Kitten and his sisters played. Wray Castle Sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere you will find the gothic Wray Castle and its grounds. Including cafe, shop and adventure play grounds. Aira Force Waterfall A spectacular waterfall dropping 65 feet down a ravine into a rocky pool and is set in beautiful ancient woodland and a network of trails weaving its way from Ullswater and beyond. Rydal Caves Located on the slopes of Loughrigg Fell, Hop over the rocks over the water inside of the cave, but don't fall in! Brant Fell Stand on top of the world and take in the views. Just a short walk from Bowness-on-Windermere. Steam Yacht Gondola Enjoy the steam-powered yacht on Coniston Water. Watch the steam engine in operation from the open viewing windows and quiz the boat’s engineer on its workings. Rydal Water Always offering amazing views, and different perspectives in different seasons, Rydal Water has something for everyone with its various walks and places to visit. Sticklebarn and the Langdales Hearty food, real ale and roaring fires, this is the perfect place to eat, drink and relax after a day on the fells. Dogs are welcome, but due to livestock grazing please keep them on leads. Stockley Bridge An old packhorse bridge located at the head of Borrowdale where the path forks to head up to either Styhead Pass or Allen Crags Gill. Devoke Water A small lake in the west region, it lies on Birker Fell, 1 km to the west of the road between Ulpha & Eskdale. It is the largest tarn in the Lake District. Sizergh Medieval House Medieval house, gardens, woodlands, cafe and gift shop. Sizergh has a fantastic range of events over the year for all the family. Alan Bank Grassmere A great place for children indoors and outdoors with lots to do. Help yourself to a drink, watch red squirrels as you read by the fire, picnic on the lawn, paint draw and more. Cathedral Quarry Long-abandoned small network of inter-linked quarries originating back to the 16th century in Little Langdale Buttermere Buttermere Lake is one of the best round-the-lake walks in the Lake District. Slater’s Bridge 17th Century packhorse bridge spanning the River Brathay. The Lone Tree This stand alone birch tree in Buttermere looking so delicate amongst the wild and rugged hills all around it. Wast Water Set in a valley surrounded by mountains, this glacial lake features nature trails and fantaastic views.

DOG FRIENDLY PLACES TO EAT & DRINK With so many dog friendly pubs, cafes and restaurant's in the Lake District you’ll be spoilt for choice. Take a look at our selection, we have tried and tested them all. Queens Head Troutbeck They love dogs so much they even named the house beer, ‘Patterd’ Ale’, after their Landlady’s pooch. Roaring fires to warm up two feet and four paws at the end of a great walk. Copper Pot Ambleside In the heart of the English Lake District. A cosy cafe full of delicious home cooked food and cakes, fantastic locally roasted coffee, and great music! Tower Bank Arms Near Sawrey are very dog friendly and well behaved dogs are allowed in the bar area, garden and guest rooms - as long as they bring their humans. Lakeside and Haverthwaite Cafe Since 1869 passengers arriving at Lakeside station have been able to board a ‘Steamer’ and cruise its length up to Bowness and Waterhead pier. Summer Evening Buffet Cruise Summer Evening Buffet Cruise, but this cruise is 2½ hours in length. The live music can be loud and the volume may be distressing to some animals. Boaters Bar Welcomes dogs of all shapes and sizes. All they ask is that your dog acts responsibly and keeps its owner on a lead at all times. They also have a fabulous selection of treats!

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JUST FOR DOGS We love dogs at Lake District Life and completely understand that they’re members of the family! So we have dedicated this section to our four legged friends. Each listing is in Cumbria, dog friendly and has been carefully selected by us. Click on the images below to find out more. New listings will be added as we find them... if you know any dog friendly places that should be here please contact us we would love to hear from you. With thanks to Florence De Orellana for the fabulous photography. Dog Friendly Attractions With so many dog friendly attractions in the Lake District you’ll be spoilt for choice. Take a look at our selection, we have tried and tested them all. Great Walks The Lake District has been named the most dog-friendly place in the United Kingdom. With so many great places to walk your four legged friends we thought we would share a few of our favourites. Dog Services We have selected a few of our trusted dog services around Cumbria. Including dog walkers, dog care, dog training, groomers, photographers, and health care services. Places To Stay A holiday wouldn't be the same without our four legged friends, so we have selected a few of our favourite dog friendly places to stay whilst visiting the Lake District. Places To Eat & Drink The Lake District has a wealth of dog friendly places to eat and drink. Click here to find out more.

WHAT WE OFFER The beautiful English Lake District, is our home and one of our favourite parts of the UK. It has become our passion support local businesses and share our love of this fantastic place. A sublime selection of local businesses, talented artisans and unique get away destinations, we feel the Lake District offers something different but something very special. We are always looking for new businesses to add to our collection so if you feel your business represents our ethos and the spirit of the Lake District please contact us, we would love to hear your story. ​ WEBSITE DESIGN ​ We have been developing bespoke websites for a wide range of companies and industries from small start up's to large global brands since 2014. We love nothing more than working with local clients across Cumbria. We approach each website with the same objective to create a website that reflects our clients values and qualities and of which they feel showcases their brand in a way that they are proud of. If your business is in The English Lake District you can receive 20% discount on any website we build. Learn More ​ PARTNERSHIPS ​ If you would like to partner with us, then we would love to hear from you. ​ ​ ​ A UNIQUE COLLECTION

DOG FRIENDLY PLACES TO GO With so many dog friendly attractions in the Lake District you’ll be spoilt for choice. Take a look at our selection, we have tried and tested them all. Thank you to Rebecca Hilton Photography for the beautiful photography. Windermere Lake Cruises Dogs travel for free on all Windermere Lake Cruises' scheduled cruises and they even get their own ticket. All they ask is that they are well-behaved and kept on a lead at all times. Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway Since 1869 passengers arriving at Lakeside station have been able to board a ‘Steamer’ and cruise its length up to Bowness and Waterhead pier (near Ambleside). Summer Evening Buffet Cruise Summer Evening Buffet Cruise, but this cruise is 2½ hours in length. The live music can be loud and the volume may be distressing to some animals. Self-Drive Boats & Rowing Boats Dogs are welcome on all self-drive motor boats and rowing boats hired from Bowness and Ambleside but they must be kept on a lead at all times. Lakeland Motor Museum Lakeland Motor Museum and feast your eyes on a unique collection of 30,000 exhibits. That includes 140 classic cars and motorbikes, all carefully assembled over 50 years.

UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY The Lake District has a vast range of places to stay. Whether you’re a looking for a unique experience in the wild or five star luxury there’s a style to suit everyone. We’ve hand selected every single one to make sure only the best places to stay make it into our collection. ​ Hinterlandes Cabin A remote cabin in a secret location - luxury and adventure in the beautiful Lake District. The perfect hide away. Bumble Choo Bumble Choo is a traditional stone terraced cottage in the heart of Windermere village. A perfect base for a family or group of friends to explore the Lake District. Hinterlands Converted Bus Simple luxurious accommodation in handpicked locations with jaw dropping views. With a wood-fired hot tub. Rose Cottages Luxury on the edge of Bouth, beautiful 17th c cottages offer the prefect retreat whilst in the Lakes. Orrest Head Shepherd Huts The newly built luxurious Blacksmith Hut is a cosy, quiet retreat with log burner and everything you need for your stay including an outside fire pit set in a private garden. Orrest Head Shepherd Huts The newly built luxurious Woodland Hut is a cosy, quiet retreat set in ancient woodlands! Relax in front of the log burner and get back to nature. Tree Tents Low Wray Situated at the Low Wray Campsite run by the National Trust. Close to Ambleside and Hawkshead. Lakes Boat House West shore of Lake Windermere, surrounded by idyllic countryside and is situated between Far Sawrey and Graythwaite. Holbeck Ghyll Hotel Luxury Lake District getaway, with views over the surrounding fells and Lake. Herdwick Huts On their own exclusive site within the magnificent grounds of Rydal Hall. Luxury camping at it’s very best. Armathwaite Hall Hotel Set in the secluded deer park and woodland, bordered by Bassenthwaite Lake. The Old Vicarage Stunning Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the Lakes, swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. The Swan Cottages Luxury holiday cottages located within the grounds of The Swan Hotel. Beautiful scenic walks right on the doorstep. Broadoaks Country House Luxury Lake District Hotel & Wedding Venue. Surrounded by beautiful woodlands, magnificent grounds and tumbling river. Tommy Bit Shepherd's hut for 2 in Borrowdale. Enjoy fantastic views, cook up a meal on the campfire or curl up on the sofa in front of the wood burning stove. Croglin Yurt Luxurious and magical. Nestled on the river bank. Handcrafted by the Lakeland Yurt Company from locally grown timber into the perfect rural retreat. Gypsy Caravan Everlyn Evelyn sits in a stunning location right on the banks of the river Eden in a very private space with views out across the river to the wooded banks opposite. High Thorn Farm Make yourself at home in one of the luxurious cottages. Nestled between the beautiful Lake District National Park and the sweeping Howgills.