1. Abbey Farmhouse, Lanercost - £2,500pcm

Beautifully situated in the Lanercost Valley overlooking the 12th Century Priory and its ruins, this ideal family home, dating from the early Victorian age, has been been fully modernised.

It has three reception rooms, two kitchens, cellar, attic, five en-suite bedrooms and outbuildings, set in a one-acre garden with pony paddock.

Abbey Farmhouse, Lanercost, Brampton, is available through H&H King, www.hhking.co.uk

2. Apartment 2, Bannel Head, Kendal - £1,800pcm

This highly luxurious apartment is spread over four levels, with four spacious bedrooms, one with a magnificent en-suite, two bathrooms and two cloakrooms.

A charming balcony overlooks the lovely gardens to which the apartment occupants have access and there are further tranquil countryside views.

Apartment 2, Bannel Head, Windermere Road, Kendal, is available through Corrie and Co, www.corrieandco.co.uk

3. Naworth Castle Gatehouse, Naworth - £2,000pcm

The Grade II-listed Gatehouse is a magnificent property in a delightul rural setting within the grounds of Naworth Castle Estate.

It has eight bedrooms and three reception rooms containing many original features in addition to a self-contained annexe and two acres of gardens.

Naworth Castle Gatehouse, Naworth, Brampton, is to let from February through Savills, www.savills.co.uk

4. Apartment 12, Victoria Park Apartments, Barrow - £1,410pcm

Stunning open-plan living space is the hallmark of this large first-floor apartment within this new development.

In a popular and sought-after area away from the town centre, the home has two large double bedrooms and a modern bathroom. Allocated parking will soon be available and the rental includes a utility package and broadband.

Apartment 12, Victoria Park Apartments, Victoria Road, Barrow, is available from pc! www.pclettings.com

5. Westwood, Station Road, Brampton - £1,750pcm

Recently improved, this house sits in a fine site with wooded surroundings in a prime residential area. It has very spacious accommodation spread over three floors.

The outstanding family home has three reception rooms, six bedrooms, four bathrooms and the second-floor conversion includes a further living area which opens on to a balcony offering impressive views.

Westwood, Station Road, Brampton, is available through Hayward Tod, www.haywardtod.co.uk