My wife and I wanted to find a small B&B near the Lake District and the Scottish Border. We were so pleased to find accommodation in this beautiful little town, quiet and relaxed, and perfectly located about 15 minutes East of the M6 & Penrith.

Alan and Eileen have just opened their home as a B&B, and it certainly feels just like being in your own home. We arrived quite late, after 10pm, yet we were welcomed with tea and homemade cakes. The bedroom (Helvellyn) was clean and spacious, with a fantastic view over the countryside. Our ensuite was as good as a 4 star hotel - I note that the B&B has 4 stars. The "North Wing" has its own private sitting room, with double bedroom upstairs. All the beds were incredibly comfortable, with very fresh new linen.

Breakfast was amazing, with fresh fruit salad, homemade bread, cafetiere coffee, any sort of tea, varied cereals and a choice of cooked food. I had haddock & poached egg on first day, and... more