Two forestry cottages form this Youth Hostel in a remote, quiet wooded valley surrounded by fells, ridges and many famous peaks. Forest tracks offer sheltered, low level walks and cycle rides, while the Sculpture Trail on the Ennerdale to Whitehaven cycle path provides a unique diversion. Close to the Coast to Coast footpath. Dining room/lounge seating is at tables with soft chairs around an open fire with views across the lake. Kitchen with a small gas powered fridge/freezer leading onto dining room/lounge. Solid fuel boiler provides heating throughout. YHA staff are resident in adjacent building. Parking at Youth Hostel.