| surrounded by countryside, this low-key resort is a 10-minute walk from the nearest beach on gale bay, and 7 miles from penrith train station. amenities include a private beach area, a restaurant/bar and a game room, plus 2 playgrounds and a campsite. minimum-stay rules apply. ranging from log cabins to stone cottages, all relaxed 2-, 3- or 5-bedroom quarters include limited free wi-fi, kitchenettes and living rooms with flat-screen tvs, plus patios, gardens or balconies; some have bbq and/or lake views. tennis and horseriding are also offered. check-in time: 12:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. parking, as well as loaner bikes and coin-operated laundry facilities are available
Newcastle International Airport 1 hr 40
Thirlmere (39 min.)
a 3-mile-long reservoir with a 104-foot-tall dam & fell backdrop. Penrith Castle (17 min.)
ruins of a massive castle once occupied by richard iii set on a grassy meadow ideal for picnics. Kirkstone Pass (53 min.)
this scenic driving route in an alpine setting features a historic inn close to the summit. Lowther Castle U0026 Gardens (18 min)
imposing castle ruins its gardens cafe and shop home to the earls of lonsdale in medieval times. Dalemain Mansion U0026 Historic Gardens (19 min.)
this 14th-century country house features large gardens and hosts an annual marmalade festival. Whinfell Forest (18 min.)
this small ancient forest features a large holiday village & a red squirrel reserve. Blencathra (34 min)
this 868-m. hill features numerous scrambling routes to the summit & sweeping views. Hallin Fell (13 min.)
grassy lakeland fell reaching 1 273 feet edged by lake ullswater & topped by a column of rocks. Aira Force Waterfall (32 min.)
set in the scenic lake district this popular stunning waterfall offers nature trails & viewpoints. Haweswater Reservoir (33 min)
remote & tranquil reservoir surrounded by walking paths with informational signs. Rydal Mount U0026 Gardens (54 min.)
wordsworth s rustic family home with displays of his work and portraits plus lake views and gardens. Helvellyn (41 min)
this 950m-high mountain features hiking climbing & scrambling routes plus a cross-shaped shelter. Castlerigg Stone Circle (36 min.)
free entry to english heritage stone circle thought to be 5000 years old offering panoramic vistas. Brothers Water (46 min.)
diminutive & picturesque lake surrounded by walking trails with a nearby campground & pub. | 
