Another place that has not been mentioned and which you might enjoy is Windermere, in the Lake District. We booked a house last year for 5 people. No swimming pool. We had a lovely time because we could go on the lakes in a boat, shop in the little towns nearby, had a ride on a steam train for a Thomas the Tank Engine fan (GS), and also found a great children's play park. We also went to a motor museum which was really good, and other days we just chilled out at the house playing board games with the children. Nice and relaxing and I would recommend, especially as the scenery is beautiful around there. We only went for a week but would have loved to stay for two! Big house quite near to the lake with plenty of bathrooms/showers/toilets. Nice garden for the children to run around in too.
Baby Reindeer - anyone watched it?