Reviews

We had an amazing break at the Oak Retreat. The hut is of a very high standard with a wood burning stove great for the winter evenings. It is in beautiful surroundings and is a great base for the northern lakes. On our arrival the cabin was warm and welcoming after driving through the snow. The little things like the food hamper of local produce and bathroom products really made it feel special, we particularly enjoyed the muesli, the hamper contained everything we needed for breakfast and was a really nice touch. For the EV driver there are a number of chargers on site and were easy to use. We would love to visit again and would heartily recommend staying in the Oak Retreat. Thank you Christine we had a wonderful break.

Thank you so much for your hospitality. We have had the most wonderful 2 day recharge and can’t wait to come back soon! Larch Retreat is the most beautiful little haven!

We stayed at Melmerby Hall as part of 70th birthday celebrations and it was the perfect location. The house was wonderfully equipped and interesting, with beautifully appointed bedrooms. The rooms were warm and inviting, despite a snowstorm on our first night, and the open fires provided an appealing focal point. The younger members of our group spent hours of fun in the impressive snooker room on the top floor. The welcome hamper was delightful and all our dealings with Christine were friendly and professional. Nothing was too much trouble. Sunday lunch at the nearby Shepherd’s Inn pub was a treat. All in all a perfect choice for a weekend retreat in spectacular surroundings. Sumptuous but homely.

An amazing stay at Larch Retreat. A perfect base for exploring the Lake District. Great host! Definitely recommend!

Absolutely loved our stay at elm retreat so peaceful and tranquil. lovely personal touches to greet us ,bread and homemade jam and a welcome note scenery is picturesque and everyone one we met on our walks was so friendly and welcoming

Lovely stay would recommend!

Kirkbride Hall is a truly special place – we absolutely loved our weekend away here. The place itself is absolutely stunning and maintained to a really high standard. For self-catering accommodating it is incredibly well appointed and the welcome basket upon arrival was a lovely touch. This was an absolutely perfect setting for a family meet up – such a sociable and cosy space. We were so sad to leave! Whilst we came across Kirkbride Hall fairly randomly, it turned out to be an absolute gem of a find and we absolutely will be back again. Many thanks for a fabulous stay!

Excellent
The shepherds hut was cosy and warm which was well equipped and a comfy bed. A lovely hamper greeted us when we arrived with quality products. The bathroom had lovely smelling toiletries. Highly recommend.

Lovely shepherds hut , really enjoyed my stay.

My partner and I had a wonderful week’s stay at the Elm Retreat. We were welcomed with a lovely bundle of treats and a welcome card upon arrival, as well as a folder with lots of useful information about the cabin, including access to WiFi as well as things to do in the local area. The cabin was beautifully clean and comfortable and we were provided with everything we could have needed whilst staying there. Although we were staying in February when the weather was a bit cooler, the cabin was toasty warm. On the one (and rare) occasion that the the solar panel battery died- which meant we had no heating or lighting, we messaged Christine, and within half an hour the battery had been replaced and everything was up and running again- despite it being dark and later in the evening! Overall, it was just the most wonderful and peaceful stay and we are already planning a return trip in spring! Would absolutely recommend!