The Wayside in the Western Lake District

The Wayside


Luxury accommodation dating from 1637

Western Lake District, England

About The Wayside

A beautifully renovated hidden gem in the Western Lake District

The Wayside is a beautifully renovated hidden gem in an idyllic, secluded location in the Western Lake District, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overlooked by the magnificent Black Combe Fell, and beach access is just a short walk away.

The spacious and characterful rooms include stunning exposed beams and stone and all with en-suite bathrooms, offering a relaxing stay, with a “home away from home” feel.

The Wayside reception and entrance

Accommodation

Our Rooms

Windermere room at The Wayside

Windermere

King-size suite with oak beams & courtyard

Wasdale room at The Wayside

Wasdale

Spacious twin with views over Black Combe

Buttermere room at The Wayside

Buttermere

Large double with sunset views

Ennerdale room at The Wayside

Ennerdale

Double with sofa bed & exposed stonework

Wayside Cottage exterior

Wayside Cottage 1637

Two-bedroom self-catered cottage

Whisky tasting at The Wayside Whisky Barn

Whisky Barn

Personal whisky tastings on site

Our Promise

The Wayside Pledge

At the heart of The Wayside are Emi and Dan, and the rest of the team. We are dedicated to inspire you and create experiences that will provide lasting memories for our guests. Each visit will start with a very warm greeting, and ends with a friendly goodbye, and a hope that you will visit again very soon.

We strive to provide luxurious accommodation, extraordinary service, and culinary delights.

The Western Lake District

Explore

Incredible views, isolated beaches and wild trails. There’s so much to discover right on our doorstep.

Hiking in the Lake District fells

Hiking

Walk directly from The Wayside onto Black Combe fell. Routes for all abilities.

Mountain biking in the Lake District

Biking

Whinlatter and Grizedale offer stunning trails for exhilarating mountain biking.

Touring roads through the Lake District

Touring

Spectacular mountain passes, 16 lakes and some of the best driving roads in England.

Scafell Pike covered in snow

Begin your Lake District escape

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