We were planning on camping in the lakes but the wet weather persuaded me to try some b&b's. We tried a pub in hawkshead who were fully booked (incidentally, ask Vanessa (the host) as one pub in hawkshead offer a discount to waterside residents and it was awesome food and great value and service! ) and they suggest we try... More

Stayed for 2 days in the Barn and what an amazing place this is! Vanessa is the absolute perfect host and her breakfasts are to die for!! You really must try her homemade porridge and stewed apple, the boyfriend said it was divine!! Had a quick peak at the other bedrooms and they are all immaculate with their own little... More

We booked a short family (4 adults and 3 children, 16, 14 and 5) break to celebrate my mother-in-laws 70th birthday party. The location is quiet and the rooms are large enough to socialise in the evening, especially The Barn as is is split onto two floors. Vanessa was an excellent host and the breakfast delicious. We stayed in October... More

Having stayed at Waterside many times when Sharon ran it we re-booked but obviously we didn't know whether the standards set by Sharon would continue.....we were very pleased to experience a fantastic stay with Vanessa who is absolutely brilliant!Nothing was too much trouble and Vanessa even cooked our breakfasts at different times so one of us could look after our... More

Stayed for one night in the barn ,this was more like a small flat as it had a lounge downstairs with large Tv and the bedroom (also with Tv) and bathroom were upstairs.Accommodation was very clean and well presented.The house is in a fantastic location very quiet no traffic noise but within easy walking distance from Hawkshead village.Host was very... More

Stayed in the barn which consists of a beautifully decorated, clean and modern living room area with bathroom and large double bedroom upstairs. Just a short walk from hawkshead village but secluded enough to gaurentee a good, quiet nights sleep. Plenty of parking, excellent breakfast and extremely warm and welcoming.

Sharon runs one of the best B&Bs we've ever stayed in - she's an incredibly friendly host, the place is spotless and the breakfast is fabulous. We know our dogs - we know they won't be destructive or stressed if we leave them for a couple of hours (too busy sleeping for any of that nonsense) and Sharon's happy with... More

Our 3rd visit to Waterside. We used to stay in the village for many years but it got taken over together with & a big price increase but the outgoing couple recommended Waterside to us & what a great recommendation. The cost is very reasonable for the area, the accommodation is excellent & all have separate entrances. Sharron as mentioned... More

We stayed in the Barn for 5 nights (with our 2 month old baby) and I can say that nothing was too much trouble for Sharon who is a perfect host.The breakfast is second to none,the Barn is clean and comfortable and you can just walk outside for some lovely views across the hills and to the right a walk... More