Having stayed here for 10 times now, over even more years, I think I can say the title is spot on! Pat & John are always friendly and eager to help in any way they can to make your stay even more comfortable and pleasant. Most other guests we met were very nice company with even some we would like... more

Went to stay here and we were very happy with the whole experience. Pat and John were very welcoming and they were there if we ever needed them. We took our dog and he was made very welcome aswell. Great little village and easy access to everywhere. Breakfast was fantastic and alway's on time. We will be back. more

Pat and John are in the right job! They're lovely, helpful, friendly hosts. Great food, lovely breakfasts. Comfy room. more

My wife and a couple of friends stayed in May for four nights. The welcome set the tone for our stay, it was very friendly and we were made to feel very welcome. We had the Lilac room which is slightly larger and includes a sofa. The room was en suite, had a hair-dryer, colour TV and hospitality tray with... more

Fabulous hosts, location, value for money etc. This traditional country house was imediately welcoming, as were the hosts. We had the most fabulous breakfasts and were really spoilt! thank you so much Abbots Thorn. more

Adam & Gen; Jon and Pat gave us a warm welcome and nothing was any trouble for them. The cottage was very nice and clean and the Lilac room we stopped in was great. A very big comfortable bed and settee. The breakfasts were very nice with local homemade produce which kept us going most of the day. Jon and... more

A Gem Of a Find in Our Lovely Yorkshire dales... We Are Lucky Enough to Live In York, a Meer 1 hour's journey away from Coverdale. Carlton Village in early Spring with The Lambs in the fields Skipping in the sunshine...Bliss. Pat And John were perfect Hosts to us. We Ate The First evening in The B&B, Bringing with us... more

Having discovered Abbots Thorn quite randomly on the internet, we're definitely glad we chose it! Hosts Pat and John are very friendly and welcoming and nothing is too much trouble for them. We stayed in the Lilac room which was lovely and the view was great - especially the sheep wandering down the road first thing in the morning! The... more

We stayed in the Lilac double en suite room for two nights. The creaky bed mentioned in the last review is now fixed as we were the first to sleep on a very comfortable brand new mattress. The cooking was excellent with wonderful full English, American pancakes and porridge which was cooked overnight in the Aga. We had one evening... more