Enjoying an elevated position with gorgeous views of open countryside from both the front and rear, Storrs Croft provides attractive, spacious and comfortable, detached holiday accommodation. The heart of this home is definitely the open kitchen with dining area, with its smart, contemporary style, from which one can enjoy the views. Storrs Croft is just 6 miles from the beautiful market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, which offers all the amenities one needs, such as supermarkets, lovely gift shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes. From St Mary’s Church, there is a breathtaking view across the Lune Valley to the Yorkshire Dales. It was named ’Ruskins View’ after the artist who captured its beauty. A few steps away is a 17th century coaching inn, which has oak floors, open fires and real ales. Also, its proximity to both the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbria’s Lake District, together with great access to the motorway network, makes this an ideal touring base, with much to see and do. There are lots of great walks in the area. Arnside and Silverdale, which form a designated AONB, are within 12 miles. For the more adventurous, Warton Crag, 8 miles, provides opportunities for hiking, climbing and abseiling. Warton is also home to Leighton Hall, a historic house with pretty gardens, children’s play area, maze and tea rooms. It hosts various events throughout the year, such as an outdoor theatre and car rallys. Other activities available locally include cycling, fishing, horse riding and golf. Lancaster also has a large sports and leisure centre. Nature lovers will love Leighton Moss RSPB Nature Reserve, 10 miles, where the BBC’s Autumnwatch was filmed. Other places of interest nearby include Morecambe, 11 miles, Lancaster and Ingleton, both 12 miles. Just over 30 minutes drive will take you to Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel or Kendal, and within an hour you can be exploring Lake Windermere or Lancashire’s beautiful Ribble Valley and Forest of Bowland. Shop and pub 2 miles.

In the heart of Daphne du Maurier country, both the adjoining VisitEngland Gold Award-winning Prideaux Farmhouse (ref TMO) and Prideaux Cottage (ref TMP), together with the beautifully converted, detached single-storey Wagon House (ref TPE) are located on the Prideaux Estate which sits at the top of the Luxulyan Valley with far reaching and rambling views across the valley and woodlands. The valley is a treat for all the family whatever the time of year and is only a short walk from these three properties. Home to what has been regarded as ‘the most beautiful walk in Cornwall’ the area takes you through deeply wooded paths, picturesque streams and under an ancient viaduct that once carried Cornwall’s china clay, tin and granite barges through to the north. It is just a short stroll to Prideaux Wood where the Saints’ Way walk can be found, 27 miles of historic footpath that leads all the way from the fishing village of Fowey on the south coast to the harbour town of Padstow in the north. The path is steeped in historic Cornish interest rambling through ancient ruins and a whole tapestry of poignant history. For coastal walking, the Cornish cliffs allow walkers to take in the invigorating Atlantic air and enjoy incredible ocean vistas. This area of Cornwall is rich in historic homes and gardens including the world famous Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan -a restored Victorian masterpiece that was lost to the world for many years and is forever linked with the village of Mevagissey on the south coast. There are many other gardens of interest including Caerhays, Tregahan and Trelissick on the Roseland Peninsula. The south coast also has many outstanding beaches, cliff walks, secluded coves and historic seafaring towns such as Falmouth and Fowey which are within easy reach of Prideaux. Fowey, renowned as the home of Daphne du Maurier, a royal yacht club and annual regatta, is within 5 miles and has plenty of restaurants, excellent pubs, cafes, galleries and shops. From here a boat can be taken along the coast and to maybe catch sight of dolphins in the bay. Sea fishing trips, kayaking and sailing can all be enjoyed from Fowey. Golf, horse riding, surfing, sailing and cycling are all available close by. Padstow, St Ives, Truro and Looe are all easily reached and provide an exciting day out in Cornwall. Shop 1 mile, pub 11/2 miles.

Situated next to the owner’s home and surrounded by grounds that border Hexham Racecourse, Snooty Fox Cottage is the perfect location for guests wishing to really explore the area. Snooty Fox Cottage offers top quality accommodation with fabulous views across a stunning location. Great for couples wanting to treat themselves to a luxurious, romantic break, the property is quiet and private yet still lies only one and a half miles away from the popular market town of Hexham.

All on one level, Snooty Fox Cottage is perfect for guests of all ages and offers excellent fixtures and fittings throughout. Once two converted stables, Snooty Fox Cottage is spacious, light and airy and offers great views across the surrounding countryside. The living room is spacious and comfortable with top quality Karndean flooring and excellent quality sofas as well as French doors that open out onto the private garden area with outdoor seating and BBQ. The kitchen is open plan to the lounge, modern and well equipped with granite breakfast bar and worktops. The bedroom offers guests a zip and link bed that can be separated into two full twin beds or combined to make one super king size bed, and the en-suite bathroom offers a bath, separate shower cubicle and heated towel rail. There is ample parking for two cars and also plenty of outdoor furniture to use and enjoy.

Hexham is a popular tourist location and offers plenty of restaurants, bistros and cafes, as well as specialist boutiques, art galleries and gift shops. There is also a leisure centre with swimming pool, golf course, tennis courts and plenty of walks along the river for those guests who enjoy a more active holiday. For guests wanting to enjoy a theatre break, Hexham has its own theatre that is open all year round as well as many popular historic attractions including Hexham Old Gaol. Also perfect for guests wanting to enjoy a walking or cycling holiday, there are many established footpaths and cycle paths that lead directly through the owner’s grounds and out towards the towns and villages in the surrounding areas.

This is Hadrian’s Wall country and guests will be able to explore many of the historic Roman forts and settlements along the wall itself. A day trip to Vindolanda, Aydon Castle and Dilston Castle are a must as well as a trip to nearby Newcastle upon Tyne which is only a 20 minute drive away, and offers cultural centres including The Sage and the Centre for Life as well as an extensive range of shops and boutiques. The popular Metrocentre is based in Gateshead and can be reached within a 25 minute drive and offers guests the chance to browse through the largest shopping centre in Europe, as well as enjoying a meal in one of the many restaurants or a film in the multi-screen cinema.

Snooty Fox Cottage really is the perfect spot for a long weekend or mid week walking break, in a real gem of a location.

This attractive, detached holiday cottage, located in the owner’s ground, is full of character and stylish features. Clewer is 2 miles from Cheddar, famous for cheese making and the magnificent gorge and caves. Nearby, the city of Wells has a 13th-century cathedral and many historic buildings. Other attractions include Glastonbury Tor and Abbey, the cities of Bath and Bristol, the lakes and birdlife of Chew Valley, and for walkers and cyclists, the many footpaths around the Mendips and Somerset Levels. Shop 500 yards, pub ½ mile, restaurant 2 miles.