Boasting a bar and views of mountain, The Wayside and Whisky Barn is a guest house set in a historic building in Whitbeck, 16 km from Muncaster Castle. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The guest house has family rooms. At the guest house, every unit comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Units include a kettle, while certain rooms come with a patio and others also boast sea views. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. Full English/Irish and vegetarian breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available each morning. Guests are welcome to unwind in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Whitbeck, like windsurfing, cycling and fishing. Canoeing can be enjoyed nearby. Wasdale is 34 km from The Wayside and Whisky Barn, while Scafell Pike is 39 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 155 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Whitbeck

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alexia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We absolutely loved how hospitable Emiko was during our stay. She was kind, and very helpful. Communication before arrival and during the stay was fantastic Our room was lovely, clean and very comfortable.
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely and comfortable, warm. Friendly atmosphere and great communication pre visit. Quiet location.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was very good, with prompt and efficient service. The evening meal we had was of very good quality and delicious! Nice that all the bread was homemade! The Lakes are always beautiful but was lovely to see the west Lakes, the scenery was...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property itself is beautiful and positioned amongst scenery that is breathtaking. My room had a free standing bath as well as a shower which was lovely, as well as a skylight that brought the outside into the room.
  • B
    Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Emiko was a very welcoming and knowledgeable host and the accomodation was both beautiful and immaculate. Food was delightful and so were the whiskies, it was a great place to stay.
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. Our host was lovely, so friendly and welcoming, even when we had a late check in and terrible traffic en route. Breakfast was lovely, the annex is beautiful, that evening's in the whisky barn were perfect. Emiko has curated a wide...
  • Sophia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful accommodation and location, nice walks and beach nearby. Emiko and her husband were very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was so nice. Definitely want to come again and bring our dog this time. Highly recommend ✨
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, Tidy, thoughtfully arranged, great host, immaculate room, excellent food and drink.
  • Iuliana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Emiko an amazing host and all staff were friendly. We truly enjoyed our dinner and breakfast. Best lamb dish I've ever had. Emiko ensured during our stay that we having a good time. Our room was very cleaned and very well decorated. We would...
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was nice, large and well equipped. Emiko and her staff were pleasant and helpful and served a lovely breakfast. The whisky room is nothing short of exceptional.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 172 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Welcome to The Wayside and Whisky Barn. Wayside Farm was built in approximately 1637 on the west coast of the Lake District, Cumbria. The Wayside and Whisky Barn is situated at the base of Black Combe, surrounded by stunning scenery and the Cumbrian coast. It is the perfect location for a relaxing weekend away or for the more adventurous we provide an excellent base for walking, biking, sea kayaking, wind surfing, kite surfing, we have fantastic horse riding, or if you are touring around the south west coast on motorbikes. We are an ideal place to stay overnight, with secure parking, and after an exciting day out, why not relax with a cold glass of beer, or a pint of cold draught Peroni, good food or a warming single malt whisky, if you try one and really like it you could purchase a bottle from our Whisky Barn to take home.

Property information

Welcome to The Wayside and Whisky Barn. Wayside Farm was built in approximately 1637 on the west coast of the Lake District, Cumbria. The Wayside and Whisky Barn is situated at the base of Black Combe, surrounded by stunning scenery and the Cumbrian coast. It is the perfect location for a relaxing weekend away or for the more adventurous we provide an excellent base for walking, biking, sea kayaking, wind surfing, kite surfing, we have fantastic horse riding, or if you are touring around the south west coast on motorbikes. We are an ideal place to stay overnight, with secure parking, and after an exciting day out, why not relax with a cold glass of beer, or a pint of cold draught Peroni, good food or a warming single malt whisky, if you try one and really like it you could purchase a bottle from our whisky barn to take home with you. In summer we have an outdoor area with picnic benches where you can enjoy the views of Black Combe and totally relax. The accommodation has been carefully and tastefully renovated from a disused derelict barn and has kept many of its original features. All four bedrooms are decorated individually, have good quality furnishings and are all ...

Neighbourhood information

The Wayside is situated in Whitbeck at the foot of Black Combe in the idyllic countryside within the south west Lake District National Park. The location sandwiched between the coast and the fells offers a plenty of activities, including horse riding on sandy beach, fell walk directly starting from the Cottage's door steps. South and Central Lakes are also easy to access as well as the western Lakes, and that makes The Wayside a great base to explore wide areas of the Lake District.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Semi-private dining (reservation in advance essential)
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Wayside and Whisky Barn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Japanese

House rules
The Wayside and Whisky Barn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets are only allow in the King Double Room and only one dog per reservation.

Guests wishing to dine at the restaurant are advised to make a booking in advance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Wayside and Whisky Barn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about The Wayside and Whisky Barn

  • Yes, The Wayside and Whisky Barn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Wayside and Whisky Barn has 1 restaurant:

    • Semi-private dining (reservation in advance essential)

  • Check-in at The Wayside and Whisky Barn is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Wayside and Whisky Barn is 1.2 miles from the centre of Whitbeck. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Wayside and Whisky Barn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • The prices at The Wayside and Whisky Barn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Wayside and Whisky Barn include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The Wayside and Whisky Barn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Horse riding
    • Beach