Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings
Lambley Bank, Scotby, Carlisle, CA4 8BX
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby
Willowbeck Lodge is situated in one of the most beautiful and spectacular locations in England. It is is within easy travelling distance of the Lake District Na... more
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10/10 Overall rating
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| 10/10 | Your room |
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| 10/10 | Order and cleanliness of the hotel |
| 10/10 | Performance of staff |
| 10/10 | Overall experience |
| 10/10 | Overall value for money |
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David ( Mature couple)
from Peterhead , GB on July 1, 2009
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Michael ( Solo business traveller)
from Birmingham , GB on April 5, 2009
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"If I'm ever back to Carlisle I'll book again. Excellent place." (107321109)
Very clean, pleasantly decorated and beautifully designed building. Helpful, friendly people.
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Nigel ( Mature couple)
from Huntingdon , GB on February 3, 2009
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Excellent accommodation in a lovely location. We were given a warm welcome and despite the late hour, arrangements were made for us to get a meal nearby. The house was comfortable and furnished to an exceptionally high standard, making it far from a typical B&B and well deserving its star rating." (107382961)
Warm welcome. Superior facilities. Quality food.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on November 19, 2008
Wonderful hosts Superb food
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on October 30, 2008
Excellent vegetarian evening meal.
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Susan ( Mature couple)
from Clitheroe , GB on October 29, 2008
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Brilliant!" (107734662)
I/we havn't got enough time or space to list all the good points of Willowbeck Lodge and John & Liz's hospitality. Sufice to say its the best B&B accommodation (with an absolutely fantastic evening meal option) that we have ever stayed in. On a Spinal Tap scale of 1-10 we give it 11
We couldnt get to stay another night, on this occaision.
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Yukikazu ( Mature couple)
from London , GB on August 27, 2008
It must be the best of the bests.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 3, 2008
Lovely modern room and ensuite - food was excellent. The B&B is quiet as it sits in a treed area, well back from the road. B&B owners were very friendly and helpful.
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Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller)
on July 15, 2008
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Enjoyable" (108048100)
Very friendly. Food excellent
Liz needs to chill her approach and take the lead from John her husband. We found the bed uncomfortable - too soft
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on June 13, 2008
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Would strongly recommend this accommodation although in my opinion it is slightly over-priced compared to similar establishments. " (97799259)
Beautiful serene location and yet close to M6 motorway. Design and decoration is superb. Mr & Mrs McGillis are very welcoming and personable hosts.
Slight disadvantage was the sloping ceiling at the front of the bedroom. Slight concern from a safety viewpoint about long hanging willow branches across the driveway , especially with oncoming vehicles in the driveway
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Jacqueline ( Solo business traveller)
from Richmond, north yorkshire , GB on May 12, 2008
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"a lovely house with a lot of character for a new build, floor to roof glass way in the lounge/dining area with a lovely view of the garden. But the thing that stays in the mind the most is the wonderful friendly service, nothing was too much trouble and i felt as if i must have been there before! i even had my clothes ironed for me. food was wonderful and made me realise how awful those kept warm breakfasts are in hotels, i wish it was in my sales area i would stay everytime, i cannot praise this place enough," (97171097)
lovely room, great view, i could fault nothing
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Monique ( Young couple)
from Blackpool , GB on February 18, 2008
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"John & Liz who own Willowbeck lodge, make you more than welcome. The food was outstanding. Will definately return!" (97441898)
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on March 18, 2008
good clean room, nice modern building. room was very nice with dressing room and excellent bathroom. breakfast was excellent. Very friendly.
Main reason we would not stay again was that the bed was far too soft and we couldnt sleep on such a soft mattres. The room would be better with two firm mattresses on a king or superking base. We left with aching backs which was a shame.
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Graeme ( Young couple)
from Houghton le spring , GB on February 13, 2008
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Willowbeck lodge was outstanding in every way. The accommodation was fantastic, the food was delicious and service was excellent. Nothing was too much trouble and John and Liz treated us like friends rather than customers. We will definitely be returning." (97479265)
Everything was first class.
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Clare ( Mature couple)
from Whitley bay , United Kingdom;GB on February 15, 2007
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Having booked on line with active we then received a phone call and email from the hotel, the personal touch. They rang to give us directions and we were greeted at the door. The purpose of our stay was a break away from the children and we were given space to enjoy peace and relaxation as well as a friendly welcoming approach. The hotel was equipped for any type of stay: business or pleasure, except for accomodating young children, which was fine. We stayed there for our evening meal which was outstanding. Beautifully cooked, very well presented and worthy of any michelin star! We will definately return. It was perfectly situated to visit the Lakes, North Yorkshire or even Northumberland. A retreat offering excellence, tranquility and outstanding hospitality. Thank you to the the owners." (99497173)
The suite we had was bright, well equipped and very comfortable. The welcome we recieved was warm and friendly and the opportunity to use all the facilities made our weekend extremely enjoyable. they were perfect hosts and it felt like we were visiting friends rather than a hotel.
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Angela margaret ( Mature couple)
from Newcastle upon tyne , GB on July 25, 2007
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"A very pleasant experience, good directions to the lodge, a friendly welcome, top class accomodation in a super setting, lovely breakfast." (97727451)
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Kevin ( Mature couple)
from Skipton , United Kingdom;GB on November 26, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"The owners are a great couple that put themselves out ensure that your stay at the lodge is as good as it can be. The food is fantastic home made with fresh produce cooked to perferction.The rooms and their fittings are of the highest order and all in all a great place to stay. From the moment you arrive to when you leave everything happens at the pace you want, booking in is easy over a drink and small cakes, when you return from a day out you are greeted back to the lodge and you can relax doing what you want. There is no pressure and I would recommend it to anybody. Try the evening meals they are as good as the breakfasts and the scottish pancakes are very filling." (99135864)
Everything was taken care of and nothing was to much trouble for the owners.
Nothing other than it was to short.
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Louise ( Young couple)
from Sheffield , United Kingdom;GB on December 9, 2006
The welcome, homely, feel.
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Timothy ( Mature couple)
from Bradford , United Kingdom;GB on October 14, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"It is impossible not to be charmed by the owners who make you feel relaxed and welcome. Willowbeck Lodge has the look and feel of a luxurious family home and the atmosphere is such that you are made to feel like a friend/relative stopping over for a few days. Nothing is too much trouble. The place was spotlessly clean and all the meals were varied and of the highest quality. We hope to return." (99777714)
The room was clean and modern with views to the lake outside. The fittings and fixtures, upholstery and bed were first class.
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Ian ( Mature couple)
from Wirral , United Kingdom;GB on November 30, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"It is difficult to envisage how there could be any improvements. It was a truly memorable experience. Everything seemed to have been thought of by Liz and John." (99327009)
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Roger ( Mature couple)
from Glenrothes , United Kingdom;GB on July 20, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"We travel quite a great deal and this was the best overall accomadation we have experianced.From start to finish it could not be faulted and interaction with other guests was firts rate.A BETTER PLACE TO STAY COULD NOT BE FOUND IN MY OPINION." (3304764252)
Everything was absolutely first class and could not be faulted in any way.
There was nothing we disliked.
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Anonymous ( Solo business traveller)
on July 18, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Beautiful Hotel ,great food ,will return without doubt" (3304988807)
Clean modern ..perfect in everyway
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John ( Mature couple)
from Leigh-on-sea , United Kingdom;GB on June 27, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"If you have the chance to stay here don't miss it. It's a gem. So much more friendly than a normal hotel." (3304854762)
This place is magical. The owners are wonderful people, and excellent hosts. The setting accomodation, food and service are faultless.
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Dominic ( Young couple)
from Bromley , United Kingdom;GB on June 22, 2006
friendly family run buisness wich made us feel very welcome.
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Christine ( Mature couple)
from Hanover park , United States;US on May 12, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"The B&B was wonderful, room was bright and clean. Breakfast was delicious, hosts very friendly." (3304461258)
It was clean and friendly.
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Ann ( Mature couple)
from Malvern , United Kingdom;GB on April 1, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Its position, a few minutes from the M6, makes it an ideal stopover or a base for the Lakes, Scottish Borders or Hadrian's Wall. Noise from the motorway isn't a problem. The building is well insulated. The hosts were very friendly and most welcoming, they make your visit special. Everwhere is spotless.The rooms are furnished to a very high standard, the bed was comfortable and there was plenty of towels. There was even fresh flowers and chocolates in the room as well as tea, coffee, bottled water and biscuits. Nothing had been skimped. There was plenty of choice for breakfast and we also had an evening meal.The food was well cooked and presented and was delicious. Can't recommend it enough." (3304404285)
Excellent location, room and food. Very welcoming.The Jewel in the Crown of BnBs
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful:
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Christine ( Young couple)
from Kirk hammerton , United Kingdom;GB on April 13, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"cant say anything bad about this hotel every thing was first class." (3304276974)
this is the best place we have ever stayed john and liz were fantastic, and the hotel was just the best.
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Joe ( Solo business traveller)
from Bolton , United Kingdom;GB on March 7, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"The most relaxing stay at a hotel ever. Great hosts who make you feel like you don't want to leave. Highlight of the stay enjoying breakfast watching a woodpecker chip away at the trees. The building itself is worth a visit just amazing and I only stayed 1 night on business. Definitly be returning for a leisure stay." (3304318372)
Excellent setting, great hosts, brilliant food.Very spacious rooms. Clean and relaxing.
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Barry ( Young couple)
from Stockport , United Kingdom;GB on February 22, 2007
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"Just 1 night, breakfast was perfect. Room was excellent. Owners were very friendly and helpful. Walked to the local pub for dinner which was great. Couldn't fault it." (99213577)
Owners very friendly and room was excellent
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Richard ( Solo business traveller)
from Liverpool , United Kingdom;GB on February 27, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"The owners could not have been more accomodating. I unfortunately arrived late but had a beautiful meal cooked for me. Breakfast was a joy and my whole experience of this hotel was wonderful. I hope to take my wife back with me soon. 11 out of 10." (3304269604)
Everything. I could not fault a thing and it was spotlessly clean.
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Gary ( Young couple)
from Billingham , United Kingdom;GB on February 20, 2006
Willowbeck Lodge BB, Scotby - Reviews & Ratings"WONDERFUL HOUSE. WARM,VERY FRIENDLY VERY, RELAXING. GREAT LOCATION FOR THE LAKE DISTRICT." (3304191461)
wonderfull room with beautiful view over the lake. excellant big bathroom with big corner bath and shower
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gorgeous house and locaton with delightful garden and pond with lovely place to relax outside. our hosts were so attentive and the bedrooms and sitting area and dining sublime. The dinner was first class , what more can we say,we felt like friends rather than guests.
A little on the expensive side but it was first class!!