Situated close to the heart of the Lakes, Ambleside is perfectly positioned for holidaymakers to explore and enjoy the region’s diverse charms. Immediately south you have the delightfully gentle waters of Windermere, and a host of civilised pursuits that make use of its gentle terrain and perennial popularity, whilst to the north the land opens up into more high altitude attractions beyond the wild beauty of Kirkstone Pass.

The village of Coniston offers a wonderful mix of contrasts – not to mention a number of ways for you to enjoy your time on a holiday. The village itself is a delightful mix of stone built and whitewashed buildings with pubs, tearooms and local shops set under the rugged beauty of the Old Man, a fell that towers majestically over the region. Whilst admiring the view is a wonderful way to spend your time, more active explorations are available for hardier holidaymakers who fancy exploring one of multiple paths to the summit.

Grasmere’s status as one of the Lakes’ loveliest holiday destinations was assured by William Wordsworth and the Lakes poets who found plenty of inspiration amongst the gentle waters, green fields and craggy fells surrounding the village. Wordsworth himself described it as "the loveliest spot that man hath ever found." Visit the writer’s beautiful Dove Cottage close to the shore of the lake and you will find it hard to disagree.

Holiday cottages in Keswick offer access to some of the Lake District’s most diverse charms. The town itself features an array of beautifully built traditional buildings, boutique shops, pubs and eateries and a bustling market that has been providing fine local produce for over 700 years. Take a short stroll through the tranquil Hope Park and you arrive at Derwentwater’s calm shores where rowboats and tour vessels can be enjoyed – along with beautiful views of the surrounding fells.

Holiday cottages in Langdale are perfect for those seeking an active exploration of the Lake District’s most rugged and untamed corners. The Great Langdale valley runs to the west of Ambleside and comprises some of the region’s most picturesque peaks – including the Langdale Pikes and access to Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain. There are numerous high and low lying walking routes, a host of breath-taking vistas and some of the region’s most warm and welcoming pubs dotted throughout the valley, making a holiday cottage in the region a must for those wanting to head off the beaten path to explore the wilder side of the Lakes on holiday.