Experience world-class service at Bessiestown Country Guesthouse

In a countryside setting between Gretna Green and Hadrian’s Wall, this multi-award-winning country guest house offers home cooking, pretty en suite bedrooms and a friendly welcome. The 5-Star Gold guest house is just north of Carlisle, within driving distance of the Lake District and just south of the Scottish border. At Bessiestown Country Guesthouse you can enjoy peace, beautiful public rooms and traditional meals made with local ingredients. There are many walks nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Carlisle
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Isla
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff members I met were all wonderfully friendly and helpful. The room was a good size and very clean. The gardens were very well kept, and enjoyable in the little sunshine that graced us during the visit. The breakfast was ample and tasty,...
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Just fantastic. A beautiful and well run place to stay.
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location and the surrounding area were both excellent

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bessiestown Country Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Bessiestown Country Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age 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.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Bessiestown Country Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about Bessiestown Country Guesthouse

  • Check-in at Bessiestown Country Guesthouse is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Bessiestown Country Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking

  • Bessiestown Country Guesthouse is 13 miles from the centre of Carlisle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Bessiestown Country Guesthouse include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Suite
    • Apartment

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