A HOME IS YOUR CASTLE

Augill Castle, Cumbria

USP: ‘Britain’s favourite castle’ is a rambling Victorian folly awash with turrets, tudor panelling, gothic windows, four-posters, battlements, stained glass and secret doorways. Its life as a B&B started when owners Simon and Wendy bought it as a wreck in 1997 and painstakingly did it up. They have been hosting guests ever since. SLEEPS: One to 30 B&B guests. No self-catering. WHAT YOU GET: A night in one of 15 grand bedrooms, suites or family rooms, a vast breakfast, plus the run of the castle and its 15 acres. DON’T FORGET: To bring your kids — they’ll love it and are well catered for. And maps for exploring. PERFECT FOR: Anyone who fancies playing lord and lady for a day, but can’t be bothered to pay the heating bills or make their own breakfast. COST: £107 a night.