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Watendlath Bunkhouse

Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District
Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District | © National Trust Images / Roger Coulam
Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District
Sleeping platform at Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District

Watendlath Bunkhouse

A rustic bunkhouse for those who want to spend more time exploring the fells, tarns and peaks of the Lake District.

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Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District
Sleeping platform at Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District
Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District
Toilet at Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District
Watendlath Bunkhouse, Borrowdale, Lake District

© National Trust Images / Roger Coulam

A rustic bunkhouse for those who want to spend more time exploring the fells, tarns and peaks of the Lake District.

At a glance

Guests
4
Bedrooms
1
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
GY007
Acorn rating
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About Watendlath Bunkhouse

Watendlath Bunkhouse sits next to the tarn in the peaceful hamlet it shares its name with. You’ll be high in the valley with unparalleled views of the surrounding fells.

Inside offers basic accommodation, with a few added comforts including the log-burner. There’s enough room to sleep six, you’ll just need to bring your own sleeping bags and ‘camping’ equipment. 

Find lots of walking trails around the lake in Watendlath. Not too far north is the Lodore Falls and larger lake, Derwent Water. 

Preferred changeover days are Friday or Monday.

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, not available
  • Garden, not available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, not available
  • Microwave, not available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, not available
  • DVD, not available
  • Washing machine, not available
  • Dishwasher, not available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, not available

Location

Accessibility

Find information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Open-plan kitchen/living/sleeping area with wood-burning stove, bunks, table with chairs, a basic fridge and a normal size four ring electric cooker. There is a shower room with hot water and a separate toilet.

More information

Heating: Wood burning stove – logs are not provided. Guests are advised to bring their own supplies.

Linen: No linen is provided. 

Parking: There is parking for two cars outside the bunkhouse. 

Please note: You'll need to bring your own sleeping bags and mats. 

Please note: We ask our guests to leave the bunkhouse in a clean and tidy condition for the next guests. Thank you.