Take to the hills of the Lake District in north-west England to have the very best outdoor holiday ever. This lush wooded landscape ruptured by the growing mountains has created a Lakeland paradise where holidaymakers enjoy sailing on the water in rowing boats, kayaks, canoes and yachts. The largest body of water in England, Lake Windermere is always dotted with boats and yachts. Watch the yachtsmen struggle against the wind as they try to keep upright or take a ride on one of the ferry boats that ply from one end of the lake to the other. All along the shores of the lake are holidaymakers enjoying the water and indulging in the favourite water sports. Note the magnificent houses with long gardens that reach down to the water. Many have boat houses that store the boats over winter. This is the playground of the rich and famous but can also be yours in a smaller way. Rent a holiday cottage in the Lake District and hire boats, electric bicycles, go horse riding or just walking in the glorious hills. Often, out in the countryside, there are only sheep for company and a blissful tranquillity.