Luxury self-catering accommodation in Ullswater

Tucked into the northeast corner of the Lake District National Park, Ullswater is a magical destination which glistens during the summer months and is surrounded by cascading waterfalls during the wetter ones. For keen walkers, some of the country's highest hills can be found surrounding Ullswater; Helvellyn and St Sunday Crag being two of the most spectacular. Water babies, too, will feel right at home here with boats, canoes and paddleboards for hire all along the shores, while leisure boats offer visitors a gentle way to see the Lakes.

Outdoor pursuits and cosy pubs with hearty helpings go hand in hand, and there is certainly no shortage of those surrounding Ullswater; fine dining can also be found in abundance. Of course, it's not all heart-raising activity here. Red squirrels, otters and peregrine falcons take up residence throughout the Lakes, should one only take a moment to linger awhile. Before returning to your luxury self-catering home, load up on local delicacies from Cranston's Cumbrian Foodhall for an al fresco barbecue feast under the stars.