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Boasting a garden and views of garden, Abbey Court Guest House is a guest house set in a historic building in Carlisle, 38 km from Askham Hall. The property features inner courtyard views and is 31 km from Thirlwall Castle and 34 km from Brougham Castle. The guest house has family rooms.

The lady who did our check-in was just fantastic and really nice to talk. The breakfast was excellent and well cooked. The room was clean like a 5-star hotel and the bed was just really soft and cozy. I think it was the best stay I've ever had in the UK.

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9.2
Superb
1,572 reviews
Price from
£61
per night

Ashleigh House is set in Carlisle, 41 km from Askham Hall, 30 km from Thirlwall Castle, and 36 km from Brougham Castle. The property is located 42 km from Whinfell Forest, 43 km from Housesteads Roman Fort and less than 1 km from Carlisle Railway Station.

With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also have free WiFi.

The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 90 km from the guest house.

Wonderful little B&B, very close to Carlisle station. The host, Leanne, was very welcoming and even accommodated my early departure with a bacon butty to go! The bed was very comfortable and the room was well equipped. Definitely recommend, great value for the price.

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9.3
Superb
519 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

The units come with carpeted floor and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a TV, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels.

Annie was the best host. We felt so home and comfortable. We would recommend her and her place to stay anytime. Thank you!

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9.4
Superb
222 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Situated within 40 km of Askham Hall and 30 km of Thirlwall Castle in Carlisle, Warwick Lodge provides accommodation with seating area. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. Guests can enjoy city views.

Very central Beautiful room in an old well kept building Great breakfast

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9.3
Superb
660 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Situated 5 minutes' walk from Carlisle city centre, Cartref Guest House is a Grade II listed Victorian townhouse offering free WiFi throughout.

The guest house offers an award-winning breakfast with options including a full English, continental and fruit juice.

The style of the property and the location

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9.2
Superb
784 reviews
Price from
£44.80
per night

Situated 3 and half miles from Carlisle railway station, Crossroads House offers rooms with free Wi-Fi, free parking, and easy access to the picturesque Cumbrian countryside.

A hearty, award-winning Cumbrian breakfast is served daily in the sunny dining room which boasts uninterrupted views of the countryside. There is a pub 5 km away serving evening meals.

The outside view is beautiful. The breakfast is great. I love to take the meal and enjoy the outside view. It is so relax in there.

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9
Superb
804 reviews
Price from
£72.60
per night

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.

At Bessiestown Country Guesthouse you can enjoy peace, beautiful public rooms and traditional meals made with local ingredients. There are many walks nearby.

Breakfast was OUTSTANDING. My friend and I were made to feel very special. Margaret, Jack and their daughter Maria made us feel very much at home. Jack understood my disappointment in forgetting at home to bring a special cable for my ipad. He found and gave me one of his own that proved suitable. Everything in our room was provided even a pair of scissors for opening the little packages of coffee. We highly recommend not to miss this wonderful home. We wished we could have stayed longer.

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9.5
Exceptional
571 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Dating from around 1659, the String of Horses is a traditional coaching inn is set in the country village of Faugh, 8 miles from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway.

Though acclaimed for its ‘yesteryear’ ambience, the inn looks after you in 21st-century style, with great food. In every room is free Wi-Fi access, a digital TV and an en suite bathroom.

Friendly and helpful hosts, a lovely clean family room with a bath and shower, the best breakfast and excellent decor.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,148 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Situated in Carlisle, 41 km from Askham Hall, The Queens features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 36 km from Brougham Castle, the inn with free WiFi is also 37 km away from Housesteads Roman Fort. The property is allergy-free and is set 24 km from Thirlwall Castle.

Very clean and friendly staff.

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8.9
Fabulous
178 reviews
Price from
£103.50
per night

The house is situated in a quiet residential area set in its own gardens on the western rim of Carlisle, en route to the Solway coast. From the hotel you can view the Scottish border hills and the line of the Roman Wall.

Beautiful room, comfortable and quiet.

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8.3
Very good
264 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £94
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 775 reviews
    Great location and the host was amazing, went above and beyond. Was quiet, good bed, good shower. Decor little dated but actually had a nice personality to the place. Recommend
    James
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 519 reviews
    What a great find. A proper B&B in all the right ways. A large city centre town house sympathetically laid out whilst retaining great features. Plenty of permit parking nearby. A great hostess and a fabulous breakfast offering. Thoroughly recommended.
    John
    Solo traveller
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 125 reviews
    Everything ! Really lovely house ..great host … great location!
    Clare
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,572 reviews
    Lovely cozy guest house run by superb hosts. Comfortable beds and very quiet. Great breakfast. It is one of our new favourite places to stay and will definitely be back.
    A
    Anonymous
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,572 reviews
    Beautiful and well presented rooms in a clean and brilliantly run guest house. Kelly who runs Abbey Court was incredibly welcoming and made my wife feel at home immediately as she was travelling alone. She felt like she was staying with a friend, rather than a guest house but the standard of both the room and food were excellent. Wi-Fi worked perfectly and walking distance to city centre and train station. Nice and quiet and home from home. Highly recommend if in Carlisle.
    Rush
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 519 reviews
    Great place to stay with a lovely host. Very good breakfast and in a great location to walk to the city center
    Stefan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 571 reviews
    Very beautiful guest house. The proprietors are very charming hosts, generous and helpful. Would always come back again
    Gerd
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 602 reviews
    Quiet an peacefull stay just outside Carlisle city center. I really enjoyed the breakfast and the host was very kind to accomodate to my dietary requests. It's a great location for those walking along Hadrian's wall path.
    Natalie
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 660 reviews
    All. Comfort of room. Excellent bathroom with very good power shower. Nice quiet room.Superb breakfast to set you up for the day. Closeness to Carlisle city centre,(5-10 minute walk). The owner, Caron, is a superb host. Very friendly lady. We would recommend this guest house to anyone. We shall return. Thank you Caron. Dave and Erica Taylor.
    David
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    Great location, nice and quiet, and with in a short drive/ walk you will find some excellent restaurants. The accommodation is second to none. Lynnette is a great host and provides an excellent breakfast. This was our second stay at Hollyside and again did not fail to impress.
    Andrews
    Solo traveller

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