Reviews

We all had a memorable stay at Melmerby Hall which is a truly splendid property with interesting grounds and a marvellous outlook.

The house itself was very well equipped and the ready availability of logs from the store was indulged during our stay. We all liked the theming of the rooms in terms of furniture, fixings and fabrics.

It also felt exceptionally well heated for a large property. The log fires were not required for additional heat but more for atmosphere!

The location itself in The Eden Valley proved very strategic for our trips to the Lake District whilst the proximity of the North Pennines and Northumbria suggest that we should have a return visit sometime soon. There is much to do and see.

We shall collaborate on providing you with a Google review in due course and I shall be in touch once submitted.

We certainly look forward to a return visit to Melmerby given our experience.

Many thanks to you and the entire team for great memories!

A lovely house, very well equip, perfect location in Melmerby near a village pub, cafe and bakery, great for lovely walks from the house. Lovely log fire and very comfy beds, nice bathrooms with all necessities, we had a lovely weekend for my 50th, we’ve visited Kirkbride Hall and Melmerby Hall a number of times, we love it, a great relaxing get away.
Hamper also great for arrival.

Honestly, the best airbnb I’ve stayed in. Melmerby Hall is exquisite. Roaring open fires, beautiful antique furnishings and lushious gardens and surroundings. Christine was an impeccable host and every little detail had been considered. Nothing was too much trouble and even the beautiful welcome hamper had so much thought incorporated into it. We spent three glorious days at Melmerby Hall with friends, family and our pooches and we will absolutely be making it more of a regular occurrence. I cannot recommend Melmerby Hall or The Rowleys as hosts, warmly enough. Thank you so much Christine and Co!

Thank you, Christine and Charlie, and your team – again – for a really fantastic stay at Cazenovia Hall over the new year. We’ve been lucky enough over the years to stay at various Rowley Estate properties and wherever we’ve stayed, they’ve always been exceptional.
This trip we spent a week here with friends (8 total, including 4 young children) and was absolutely ideal. Lots of safe space inside and out for the kids to play, for us to relax – not sure why a previous review questioned this – couldn’t disagree more. The large kitchen and dining area, and separate living area are perfect for a party of this size, and once we got the kids down, were able to enjoy the evening infront of the log fire or playing some pool. Can’t speak highly enough of our trip and the property, and would fully recommend to anyone.

We recently spent six nights at Stag Cottage with our daughter and two young grandchildren and we had a wonderful time. The cottage was comfortably furnished, well equipped and in a lovely village. The welcome hamper is full of wonderful treats – love the homemade raspberry jam! The gardens and grounds provided wonderful space to explore and burn off energy. This was our third booking with The Rowley Estates and we find they always exceed our expectations!

We have just returned from a wonderful weekend celebrating a birthday with family and friends at Todd Hills Hall.
It truly is a beautiful venue. All our family and friends loved it.
Christine and her team go to great lengths to provide everything you might need and all of the best quality.
I can’t recommend The Rowley Estates properties highly enough.
Thank you Christine for helping us to create a weekend we will remember for ever.

Very peaceful setting in countryside, with fascinating Blencowe Hall next door. Glorious & generous Welcome Hamper. Especially well stocked kitchen & bathrooms. Very warm despite sub-zero outside. Welcoming attention to detail. Cosy & luxurious lounge with leather sofas & large stove. All appliances & lights worked. Owner & staff very accommadating in allowing us a tour of Blencowe Hall. Very timely responses to all queries via email.

We stayed at cazenovia hall for Christmas. Having stayed here before we were delighted to be back. It is a beautiful house. Everything is first class . Beautiful bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms. The large kitchen with dinning area was great fir us all to gather round the large dinning table. After dinner you can retreat to the lovely lounge with a large fireplace. The welcome basket is the best one we have received in a rented property. Enjoyed it so much we have booked for next year😊

We had an amazing stay at Gill Beck Barn. For the second year in a row, we booked a long weekend just before Christmas and spent a few days eating, drinking, walking, and jigsaw-ing in a beautiful location. The house is so well set-up for that sort of thing, and the added bonuses of the christmas tree, the log burner and the aga make it a really special place to be. The Rowleys are also incredibly responsive and provide all the info you need to have a wonderful break. Thank you again!

Great place to getaway for a large family, peaceful and not too far to drive for local sightseeing. Rooms are all spacious with en suites. We loved only having 1 TV!!! Kitchen is spacious and comfortably hosts 12 people + dogs who were also catered for! All of the small touches just added to a seamless, well organised & comfortable vacation. Lots of board games played and festive / New Year fun had! Christine and her team were excellent, answering our queries promptly and acting upon any small issues we had. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble!! Would highly recommend and we would book again… Thank you Rowley Estates you set the bar very high!