Welcome to Forest Side A timeless retreat, removed from the everyday and shaped by the Lake District landscape.

A Gothic mansion shaped by romance and Victorian craftsmanship, Forest Side was built as a place of escape. Set above Grasmere, long admired for its beauty and inspiration, the house welcomed guests for more than a century before falling quiet for a time. Today, Forest Side has been carefully reawakened; its character preserved, its purpose renewed.

Bedrooms are calm and generous, shaped by the same care and attention that defines the rest of the experience, and intended for guests who value space, quiet and thoughtful detail.

Over time, Forest Side has come to be recognised as one of the Lake District’s most considered places to stay, known for its warmth, consistency, and sense of ease. It is a hotel that feels settled and confident, quietly refined rather than showy, and guided by an understanding that true luxury is found in how a place makes you feel.

Each bedroom has been designed with rest and comfort in mind, using rich, natural materials and thoughtful detail. Beds are made for exceptional sleep, crafted to our own specification and chosen for deep comfort and support. It’s a place for unhurried mornings and nights you’ll remember for how well you slept.