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.
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.
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.
"Windermere Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Spacious lodge with one king-size double with en suite shower, one twin and one twin. Bath with overhead shower. Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area leading onto balcony. Dishwasher. Outdoor hot tub. Pets in specific lodges only. Images are...
"Gable View" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The village of Ravenglass is on the edge of the Lake District National Park, and is a coastal village, once a regular smuggling base. From Ravenglass it is easy to enjoy the National Park, the Ravenglass to Eskdale Railway, Muncaster Castle and...
"1 Cherry Tree Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. This small coastal town of Millom rests on the southern edges of the Lake District National Park. There are castle ruins to discover, as well as a museum of local history with a reconstruction of a drift mine lending a nod to its iron and steel...
"Dalegarth Hall Farm Cottage 1" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The small village of Gosforth sits amongst beautiful Lakeland countryside and consists of a scattering of traditional cottages, farm dwellings, and pubs serving good food. The village forges links far back into the history books and proudly...
"Helvellyn Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Very comfortable lodge with one double and one twin. Bath with overhead shower and separate shower room with sauna. Dishwasher. Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area leading onto terrace with outdoor hot tub. Images are representative and may...
"Eden Vale" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Ugley is a small village and civil parish in the non-metropolitan district of Uttlesford in Essex, England. It is about two miles north from Stansted Mountfitchet, and situated between Saffron Walden and Bishop's Stortford. Bishop’s Stortford...
"Greety Gate House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Dating back to the 11th century, Broughton-in-Furness is situated in the south western corner of the Lake District and is just six miles from Coniston Water. There is much to please the visitor such as a pretty, cobbled square complete with a...
"Beckside Farm" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 9 guests in Cumbria. The northern beaches of the estuary leading to the River Duddon are framed by this small coastal village on the southern outskirts of the Lake District National Park. Millom Museum gives visitors a glimpse into the town's past, with a...
"Eildon Lodge" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. The small village of Gosforth sits amongst beautiful Lakeland countryside and consists of a scattering of traditional cottages, farm dwellings, and pubs serving good food. The village forges links far back into the history books and proudly...
"The Anvil" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Dating back to the 11th century, Broughton-in-Furness is situated in the south western corner of the Lake District and is just six miles from Coniston Water. There is much to please the visitor such as a pretty, cobbled square complete with a...
"Becks Fold" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Cumbria. Coniston is a lovely village set at the tip of Lake Coniston, in the midst of spectacular mountain scenery, in the Lake District National Park. Coniston has a number of amenities, and is the ideal base for a variety of outdoor pursuits. There...
"Gardeners Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The small hamlet of Waberthwaite is situated on the West Coast of Cumbria within the Lake District National Park, comprising of a scattering of cottages, farm dwellings and a traditional village pub. Waberthwaite enjoys an enviable position...
"Kirkland Howe Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. Frizington is a small rural village in Cumbria on the western edge of the Lake District National Park. The village is known for its lovely 18th century church and it's tasty fish and chip shop. Frizington was historically a collection of farms...
"Holly House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. The West Cumbrian town of Whitehaven is situated on the coast between the sparkling sea and the Lakeland Fells. It was one of the first ‘planned’ towns in England and today can boast almost 250 Listed Georgian buildings and some beautiful parks...
"Souterstead" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The small hamlet of Torver peacefully rests amidst some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery and provides a 19th century church, built on the site of an ancient chapel. Torver has a fantastic pubs on offer, a Deli and Undercrag studio...
"Maple Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Traditional lodge with one double and one twin. Bath with overhead shower and separate sauna. Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area leading onto verandah. Outdoor hot tub. Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation...
"1 Bed Lodge in Whicham" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 double bedroom - 1 en-suite shower room with WC - Induction hob, microwave, kettle and fridge (no washing machine) - Ecostrad electric heating - DAB...
"Guillemot" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. St. Bees is an historic seaside village on the west coast of Cumbria with a Norman priory and Elizabethan public school, as well as a shop, post office and old traditional pubs. It's an ideal base for exploring the western Lake District and...
"6 Bed Cottage in Workington" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 12 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 6 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size (zip-and-link, which can be made into twins upon request), 2 doubles, 2 twins, 1 bunk bedroom - 3 bathrooms –...
"Cedar Wood Coniston" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and...
"10 Keekle Terrace" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Cumbria. Enjoying a peaceful position within the English county of Cumbria is Cleator Moor, a small town resting just a few miles away from Whitehaven and the coastline. The town plays host to a number of amenities, including a handful of pubs, shops...
"3 Bed Cottage in Coniston" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 2 bunk bedrooms - not suitable for 6 adults because of the bunk beds - 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and...
"3 Bed Cottage in Broughton-in-furness" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size and 1 king-size with an additional single - 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with walk-in shower, bath, and WC, and 1...
"Ennerdale Edge" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Cleator is a peaceful rural village resting on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park, between the towns of Cleator Moor and Egremont in Cumbria. The village is known for being close to the former Longlands iron ore mine, where...
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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.
