A cluster of houses, an Independent Hostel and a pub in the Langdale Valley
Elterwater is one of the Lake District’s true gems: a cluster of houses, an Independent Hostel and a pub lying in the Langdale Valley, just half a mile from Elterwater lake . As well as its quaintness, the village is ideally placed for exploring some of the Central Lakes’ most appealing fells. From here, you can head off to Stickle Tarn and the wonderful Langdale Pikes with views over the Langdale Valley.
Its easily to spot the old Elterwater Youth Hostel now
Look at Elterwater Hostels lovely new sign. This iconic Lake District Hostel is still providing a warm welcome in the Langdales in the great tradition of the YHA. Now an Independent Hostel, run by a friendly team with some excellent cooks. Easy to spot in its new Independent Hostel signage.
For many people the Lakes is about lakes and mountains, but it’s so much more. It has World Heritage statusbestowed for its cultural and industrial heritage. As you wander around, admireing the lake and mountains look out for some amazing man – made objects in the landscape.
… a great base for exploring Lakeland…
Elterwater Hostel, is in the Lake District’s Langdale Valley. The village of Elterwater is lovely. Peaceful and far enough away from bustling Ambleside and Grasmere to miss the worst of the ‘madding crowd’. You can still access the Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter attractions there, but I imagine that you, like me, will be turning your eyes to The Langdales. Those iconic Lakeland peaks ragged and jagged, home to hidden tarns and far reaching vistas. Visit their website and you’ll see its replete with pictures tempting you into those mountains.
The hostel itself is in a converted stone farmhouse with all the Lakeland character you’d expect. Comfortable communal areas and clean, cosy bunkrooms are all as you’d expect. Imagine tumbling in, muddy and happily tired from your adventures – knowing your hot meal is being prepared and soft sofa is just there. Your Independent Hostel team, Alice and Sam stayed there for the Keswick Mountain festival in 2017 and believe me, they could not speak highly enough of the hospitality they received!
Elterwater Hostel – a great base for exploring Lakeland.
