The second largest lake in the Lake District, Ullswater is considered by many as the most beautiful one.

Glenridding which is situated at the southern end of the lake is popular with tourists but especially with mountain walkers, who can scale England's third highest mountain, Helvellyn.

Pooley Bridge is at the northern extremity of the lake with its narrow 16th-century bridge straddling the River Eamont as it flows out of Ullswater.

Woodbine House, Patterdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Woodbine House is situated opposite The White Lion in the tiny village of Patterdale, at the southern end of Ullswater and on the road to Brothers Water and Kirkstone Pass. This character Lakeland cottage is like a warren inside, with rooms and passa... more

Greenhow, Penruddock

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated within the National Park this stunning barn conversion provides the very best in self catering accommodation. The owners have considerable experience of preparing holiday cottages and have used this to make Greenhow into what it can only be... more

Hazeldene, Morland

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Hazeldene is a beautiful stone built detached cottage of character in the pretty village of Morland, in the Eden Valley. The owners have equipped the property to an extremely high level, with a steam room, full Sky package and broadband internet acce... more

Plum Corner - Near Hayton, Brampton

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A delightful 2 bedroom sandstone cottage, originally part of a small holding dating back to 1754, the cottage was converted from a barn. Set in peaceful wooded countryside on the edge of Townhead, the cottage is ideally suited to lovers of the outdo... more