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
9.6
High score for Carlisle
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Giampiero
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What,why ask, this is the best B&B in the uk,and we have stayed in numerous,better than most 5☆ hotels
  • Eleanor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location which was quiet peaceful and picturesque. Very comfy bed and room was exceptionally clean. Amazingly friendly and helpful staff and very good breakfast.
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect stay. Mary and her staff were friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. We stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment with an upstairs living area. Highly recommended. Lovely breakfast, you definitely won’t leave hungry. Peaceful location...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bessiestown Country Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

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
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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 option.
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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is 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

  • 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.

  • 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