Beyond the house lies spectacular countryside with rolling hills, winding rivers, dramatic waterfalls and deep valleys. Locally there’s a wealth of impressive architecture and rural history, vibrant cities, remarkable geological features and individual crafts and retailers in the charming rural villages. All of this makes it ideal for adventurous cyclists, enthusiastic walkers, keen historians, casual sightseers, excited families and those in need of some individual retail therapy or craving irresistible cuisine.