The Lake District and Cumbria - Ref 2016

Little Langdale is a hamlet of a few scattered stone houses and a pub in the valley of the same name The Three Shires Inn gets its name from the location two miles away where the boundaries of the old counties of Cumberland, Westmorland, and Lancashire met At the head of the valley is Blea Tarn Offering stunning views of the Langdale Pikes, Blea Tarn is a small lake in one of the most picturesque parts of the Lake District and contains brown perch, trout and pike Stone built Blea Tarn House, built in the 1600s, sits nearby Other attractions in the area include the remains of a Viking settlement, where the Viking open-air parliament was held and new laws proclaimed Nearby, Green Burn Mine is widely regarded as the best preserved copper mine in the Lake District There is a beautiful walk to these remote remains, offering unsurpassed views of the region Originally part of a working farm, this cottage has been delightfully converted to offer accommodation for groups of up to four people It retains many original features such as exposed beams, slate flooring and a wood-burning stove to relax in front of on chilly winter evenings This atmospheric hideaway is served by stunning views of the Langdale Pikes and is close to a number of walks and cycle-trails The living accommodation has been designed in an open-plan style and there is a well-equipped kitchen although, should you decide to have an evening out, the local pub is only a mile away .