
The Forest Side
A Victorian country-house hotel on Keswick Road in Grasmere, combining 20 individually considered bedrooms with an award-winning, seasonal restaurant.
The Forest Side is a restored Victorian Gothic mansion on Keswick Road, just outside the centre of Grasmere. The hotel has 20 bedrooms divided across Cosy, Superb and Master categories, alongside dog-friendly and accessible options that should be selected carefully when booking. Its restaurant is built around seasonal, ingredient-led cooking inspired by the Lake District landscape, produce grown in the grounds and relationships with local suppliers. Dinner, room and package arrangements vary by date. Check the exact room category, menu, dietary provision, dog policy, accessibility and cancellation terms before reserving. Advance booking is strongly recommended for both rooms and dining.
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A destination Grasmere stay for visitors who want a refined country-house setting and serious seasonal dining. Book ahead and compare room categories carefully.
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