The Ashes, Caldbeck, CA5 7DT, United Kingdom
#1 of 2 hotels in Caldbeck
Guests' ChoiceBased on 88 hotel reviews
9.9Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
10.0
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 November 2024
Craig
AustraliaLeaving. But we prepared to cook or have your provisions. This barn conversion is well equipped in every way. The location has restaurants and excellent pubs nearby.
Everything. The converted barn was the best accommodation among many over 4 weeks in the UK. Richard and Jan were fabulous hosts and the accommodation had a beautiful comfy bed with two separate seating areas. Could have stayed forever.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 19 October 2024
Diane
United KingdomLovely comfortable accomodation, with real character and charm. Warm welcome from host, Richard plus homemade scones provided on arrival - kind touch. Beautiful garden and grounds openly shared with us too.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 14 September 2024
Grime
United KingdomNothing
Beautifully curated inside and out
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Kinga
United KingdomN/A
The property is well maintained, clean and well designed. Excellent facilities, appliances and kitchen equipment. Great surroundings, spacious, giving wonderful countryside feel.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 23 August 2024
Stephen
United KingdomHaving to leave.🙂
The location was lovely the property was exceptional, with lots of character, home made scones with jam and cream welcoming us on our arrival and our hosts Richard and Jen were wonderful everything about the accommodation was perfect all of the finishing touches at the property were exquisite we were very happy and did not want to leave we will definitely visit again.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Lisa
United KingdomThere is nothing to dislike. It was just perfect 👌
We have just had the most amazing stay at this beautiful property. From the moment we arrived and met Jen and Richards, we felt so welcome . Greeted with freshly baked scones and homemade jam. It was just perfect! The house was just beautiful, so clean and smelt amazing. There was everything we could possibly need to make our stay perfect. The bed was so comfortable we had a fabulous sleep. The surroundings were so beautiful. Thank you so much, Jen and Richard
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 4 August 2024
Charles
AustraliaNothing, everything was perfect, everything that we hoped it would be.
Beautifully renovated with quality furniture and antique appointments. Hosts were very friendly and invited us to make use of their magnificent garden. Fresh scones made a lovely welcome.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomBeautiful and cosy
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Neville
United KingdomHad no issues at all. Everything was at or above expectations.
Location was great, and the property is beautifully presented and decorated. A lot of thought has gone into the layout and amenities of the property. It was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Joanne
United KingdomNothing that we didn't like.
This property is just exactly what we were looking for, and the owners couldn't be more accommodating and approachable. This was our first little family break with our 1 year old little girl, and she had so much fun exploring the gorgeous gardens. It is in the middle of nowhere and so quiet and peaceful. The property itself is pristine, the bed is 10/10 for comfort and the owners also provided a travel cot for our little one. Hope we get to stay again in the future.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Ivy
United KingdomCan not find any negative
More than what we needed
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Bruce
United KingdomSome guests may find the location a bit remote but for us it was what we wanted. We were very happy to be in a rural environment with wonderful birdlife. We were easily able too get to all the places of interest we wished to visit despite the need to drive on many narrow roads - which is the norm in much of the Lake District.
Everything was perfect. We we particularly impressed by the very high standard of the accommodation; the quality of the barn conversion and its facilities; and the care and forethought of Richard and Jen, the owners/hosts.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Angela
United KingdomJen met us at the door with a warm smile, and we were blown away but her magnificent gardens - Jen was very generous with her time and knowledge, giving me a tour on request around her beautiful gardens.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomEverything was perfect. The hosts, Jen and Richard, made us feel very welcome. Jen had baked delicious cakes for our arrival. The gardens are very pretty and the views are stunning. The beds were comfortable, the rooms were beautifully and thoughtfully decorated and warm. The location for visiting the Lakes is excellent, with plenty to see and so close by. The whole property is a joy to stay in and is by far the nicest property we have booked for a stay in the U.K. You will not regret booking.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Karolina
United KingdomN/a
Amazing place. Very clean and well looked after. Thank you so much, we will definitely come back
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Sinead
United KingdomThe most beautiful setting, they had everything you need. We went with our 2 boys aged 4 and 2 and we all had the best time.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Rachael
United KingdomIt was all wonderful.
The friendly hosts met us at the door as we arrived and showed us around the property.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Amanda
United KingdomEverything was just perfect. A home from home. We couldn’t have asked for anything more.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 October 2023
Frackleton
United KingdomThe views were incredible, it was lovely to be in the middle of nowhere and just hear nature at its finest.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Rachel
United KingdomNothing - it was perfect!
Everything! Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Gideon
AustraliaNothing
Everything was great. Hosts were excellent and Jen's home baking was wonderful. Plentiful supply of homemade baking on arrival was a lovely surprise. Kitchen was well stocked with a number of provisions including a great bottle of wine.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Imra
United KingdomOur stay in this beautiful property way exceeded our expectations. As we drove up we were first in awe of the beauty of the property and the gardens, and the stunning views. The relaxation we felt here was a dream. The hosts were so so so lovely and gave super clear and detailed instructions on how to find and enter the property. The small details inside really added up, the cake and fresh flowers that were left for us were the sweetest touches. The property was so clean, smelt heavenly with scent diffusers placed all around the place, just stunning and not a single fault! The rooms were immaculate, again with all the little details making our stay so pleasant. When we met the host, she was the sweetest lady and made us feel so welcome. My parents and I genuinely had the best stay here and were all surprised with how wonderful it really was as it far exceeded our expectations. We can’t wait to visit again some time!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Thomas
United KingdomThe photos on the website, they don't do the property justice, much nicer/larger in person
Excellent place to stay. Has everything you could possibly need and more. Beautiful location and the owners are very nice.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Jasmine
United KingdomFantastic cottage, superbly comfortable and well appointed. Very friendly and lovely hosts, thanks for having us!!
Stayed in August 2023
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