UK National Parks

A peaceful retreat in an unspoilt woody corner of Sussex. Bring dogs and children for fabulous walking on the South Downs Way

A bright and beautiful six-bedroom house with lovely mature gardens in the glorious Lake District: bring your entire tribe plus the dog

A handsome house with medieval origins set in eight acres of grounds in between charming Abergavenny and Usk, near the Brecon Beacons

An indulging stay: exquisite decor, cosy fire, honesty bar, champagne hamper... Wellies & Barbours to borrow for yomps in Dales or Lakes

Your own bolthole near Helmsley on the edge of North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Breakfast delivered, walks and cycle rides from the door

A family-friendly old stone cottage, very pretty, with a terraced garden, lovely views up to Exmoor and Oare Water bubbling along beside it

A restful space with a pretty garden in a quiet Derbyshire village - the pub a short stroll away and Chatsworth near

Phillip and Anton are true wizards at hospitality - colourful big bedrooms, tip-top Yorkshire breakfasts and beautiful views

Romantic retreat in a smartly-converted Dairy with pretty garden and sweet shepherd's hut, views of South Downs

A solid 1704 farmhouse with a peaceful, welcoming feel on the edge of a small hamlet with two acres of gardens set in glorious countryside

Victorian country house for 8–15 with gardens overlooking the Howgill Fells for happy reunions with family and friends

A sleek, minimalist Scandi pad for two, one of five properties created out of ancient buildings on a 3,000 acre working hill sheep farm

Fire up the BBQ, watch the sunsets, stroll to one of the best stretches of coastline in the world. Bliss for walkers, birders and escapees

This secluded New Forest inn is a magnet for families in summer: a good pint and the log fire make it a superb winter hideaway too

Sumptuous bedrooms and a cheering big fireplace above these old stables on the Egton Estate, great for walks and wildlife, a hop from Whitby

Magnificent house with old-fashioned charm and gardens leading down to the Beaulieu River – take the footpath to Beaulieu or Bucklers Hard

You’re in Snowdonia National Park: cycle, hike, swim, climb & trampoline to your heart’s content. Come home to comfort, warmth, grand views

An old manor house on the beautiful Lowther estate with a Michelin star in the kitchen, cool bedrooms and excellent walking all around