Why Beautiful Wasdale is Known as a Place of Extremes - Wasdale is one of the most remote parts of the Lake District, yet thousands make their way here every year to visit this place of extremes where the rugged landscape boasts the widest valley, deepest lake and highest peak in England. A holiday in the Wasdale valley will leave you with life-long memories of unique sights and experiences. Hardy Cumbrian sheep thrive in fields separated by ancient dry stone walls, and the pace of the rural community follows the seasons. Visitors who appreciate period properties with bags of character will love the choice of Wasdale cottages to rent, many of which are tucked away on family-run farms with views that have changed little over the last millennia. Read more
No.2 Roseville - If you would like a cosy and homely stay in the Western Lakes, look no further. No.2 Roseville is a Victorian terraced cottage in the lovely village of Gosforth in the Lake District National Park, close to the beautiful valleys of Eskdale and Wasdale, home to England's highest mountain Scafell Pike, and the amazing, unspoilt beaches of the western coastline. Offering accommodation for up to four guests in a double and a twin room, plus additional infant. It’s a great base for couples, friends and families. I work hard to meet guest needs and make each trip a special one.
A spacious farmhouse providing holiday accommodation in spectacular Wasdale within the Lake District National Park. An ideal self-catering base from which to explore the quiet Western Fells and lakes, and perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts who want to be out and about amongst stunning scenery.
In a truly spectacular position with views over Wast Water, this holiday apartment is ideal for lovers of the 'great outdoors' and provides a comfortable retreat from which to explore the Lake District's many attractions. Superb for walkers and those who want to relax amongst stunning Lakeland scenery.
"Wren's Nest" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Keswick is a popular town situated in the north of the Lake District. The town offers a variety of shops and restaurants, parks, miniature golf and the famous Theatre by the Lake, plus the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the...
"La'l Tethera" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside lies at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do in and around the area, from boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere to shops, restaurants and...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This property enjoys a tranquil location just across the water from the pretty village of Coniston on Coniston Water. It is just as suited for those who want to relax and unwind as it is for those who want to get out and enjoy the huge choice...
"Courtyard Hideaway Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Courtyard Hideaway is a fantastic cottage in Clappersgate, only a short walk along the river to Ambleside. Set over one level with only a few steps to the beautifully tiled wet room with walk-in shower. The cottage has an open plan...
"Alice's Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. In Hawkshead there are inns, tea shops, guest houses and shops, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery. William Wordsworth attended the Old Grammar School which you can visit. Newby Bridge is 10 miles away and offers the Aquarium of the Lakes...
"Lornas At The Grange - Uk11565 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home also comprises 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home...
"Howe Keld 1 Ground floor" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Keswick is a historic market town in the heart of the Lake District. It's best known for its stunning scenery and outdoor activities, but there's also plenty to see and do in town. The Derwent Pencil Museum is a must-visit for fans of art and...
"Holly Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. The bustling town of Keswick rests in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Enjoying easy access to Derwentwater, whilst hosting a great array of attractions, including the Derwent Pencil Museum, the Puzzling Place and Theatre By the...
"Grisedale View - Hewetson Court - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home offers a TV, a washing machine, a private entrance and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located in the market town of Keswick with a great selection of independent shops, restaurants and pubs all within a mile. This is the perfect base to get out and explore the Northern Lakes, with Derwentwater (0.5 miles) and Bassenthwaite (4...
"Canadian Cabin 37" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The tourist hub of the northern Lake District is the well-known town of Keswick, which has a lot to offer travellers at any time of year. The town offers a wide variety of stores and eateries to suit every taste, as well as miniature golf,...
"Thirlmere Suite" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf,...
"Kirkstone Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside makes a base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is much to enjoy here from cruises, boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and numerous shops, restaurants...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located on the privately owned Atkinson Ground Estate, this property enjoys a peaceful and unspoilt setting. The northeast head of Coniston Water is within easy reach, offering wonderful walks and spectacular scenery. Rugged mountain ranges are...
"Swinside Cottage - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This holiday home's special feature is the fireplace. The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home provides a washing machine, a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit...
"Prospect Cottage Loft" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside is a town in the heart of the Lake District, Cumbria. Resting to the north of the famous Lake Windermere, here you can get involved with a variety of watersporting opportunities, including fishing and sailing. Literary lovers will...
"Castleriggs Cottage - Uk45178 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home features a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
"Ticket Office - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and a kitchen. The holiday home's kitchen, which features a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home is equipped...
"Little Hart Crag" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside is an ideal base from which to explore the picture-perfect lakes in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. Resting at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, Ambleside offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as hiking and...
"Borrowdale View - Uk45176 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The holiday home's kitchen, which features a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home has a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.
"Squirrels Retreat - Uk30821 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home offers heating and...
"Ednas Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Skelwith Bridge is located in the very heart of the Lake District at the foot of the Langdale Valley. The Skelwith Bridge Hotel and Talbot Pub, dating back to the 17th century sits in the centre of the village, while 'Chesters by the River', is...
"Old Oak Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips...
"Canadian Cabin No 39" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The tourist hub of the northern Lake District is the well-known town of Keswick, which has a lot to offer travellers at any time of year. The town offers a wide variety of stores and eateries to suit every taste, as well as miniature golf,...
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Walking in the Wasdale Valley - The scenery in the Wasdale Valley is incredibly dramatic. As visitors arrive via the single road that leads into the village, they are greeted by the sight of Yewbarrow and Kirk Fell, which are 628 metres and 802 metres above sea level respectively. Pair these behemoths with the plummeting depths of Wastwater, which is England’s deepest lake at 74 metres, and you are about as far removed from the gentle side of Cumbria as you can imagine. This land is rugged and unforgiving, yet immeasurably beautiful.
As the nearest community to England’s highest peak, many visitors come to Wasdale to scale Scafell Pike. This challenging climb is not for the inexperienced climber, but there are plenty of other paths that cater for all abilities. From Wasdale Head, it is possible to reach Yewbarrow via Dore Head and Mossdale Beck, or to Hollow Stones and Mickledore via Lingmell Gill and Brown Tongue. The peaks around here can be covered with snow from as early as November to as late as April.
Climbing in the Wasdale Valley - Visitors who crave more excitement than the beaten path can offer can always climb their way to the top. The Wasdale Valley stakes a claim as being the birthplace of rock climbing in England. The Wasdale Head Inn was a favourite pub for Victorian mountaineers including Walter Parry Haskett Smith, and it is still widely regarded for the atmosphere as much as for the quality of the food.
Wastwater Activities - The fells and mountains are only part of the appeal of staying in Wasdale. Wastwater’s smooth surface beckons with West Lake Adventures providing equipment and tuition for those who want to go canoeing, kayaking, canyoning and paddle-boarding. They also offer guided rock climbing and mountain bike rides. There is a beautiful walk through Low Wood to the lakeshore where there are benches, picnic spots and breathtaking views.
Day Trips from Wasdale - Although Wasdale is away from the well-trodden Lake District tourist route, it does not mean that visitors can’t still explore the national park to their heart’s content. Within easy reach for a day trip are places like Eskdale, which is the closest town and where you can stock up on food for the duration of your stay, as well as the Duddon Valley and the lovely coastal area of Ravenglass. St Bee’s Heritage Coast is a beautiful spot on a sunny day, and Cockermouth is always interesting. Closer to home is St Olaf’s, one of the tiniest churches in England with seats for fewer than 40 worshippers. The name of the church is not the only nod to the Scandinavian settlers that arrived in the valley as the beams are said to be wood salvaged from Viking longboats.
Wasdale is the perfect place for people who want to get up with the sun, spend a full day in pristine surroundings then retire to a cosy seat to enjoy a spectacular night sky with more stars than you could ever hope to count. On the west side of the Lake District, it is close to the coast, with a community of people who recognise and appreciate the unique and beautiful place in which they live.
