Glassonby Old Hall, Glassonby
ID: S810859
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Glassonby Old Hall receives high praise for its comfort, well-equipped facilities, and beautiful setting. Guests appreciate the luxurious touches, including a welcome hamper and the property's historical charm. Its location offers stunning views and is ideal for exploring the Lake District. The property is celebrated for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and the thoughtful touches provided by the host.
Reviews consistently mention the property being well prepared and superbly presented, indicating a high level of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The property's hilltop setting overlooking the countryside and proximity to local attractions, pubs, and eateries, as well as the Lake District, is highly valued by guests.
Numerous guests have highlighted the comfort of the bedrooms and sitting room, as well as the overall space and luxury, suggesting a very comfortable stay.
The property is praised for its well-stocked kitchen, wood burning fires, and snooker table. A minor issue with a fuse was promptly resolved, showing good maintenance.
Guests are delighted by the welcome hamper and other amenities. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it's important to note that such offerings, though common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This Grade II listed Cumbrian longhouse was out of domestic use for hundreds of years before its 5 Star Gold Award winning restoration. Its history is evident in its thick sandstone walls, ships beams timbers and traditional oak window shutters.
Glassonby Old Hall is a Grade II listed, 5 Star Gold Award winning traditional long house. It is one of three luxury retreats in Glassonby, Cumbria, the other two being Elk Cottage and Jenny's Croft which adjoin Glassonby Old Hall. All three properties date back to the 1600's. The impressive renovation brings these Cumbrian retreats back into habitation for the first time since 1764. Glassonby Old Hall retains many of its original features including old ship timber oak beams, oak mullion windows, flagged stone floors, open fires and stone staircases.
Though Old Hall Farm is no longer a working farm, its position on one of the higher hills in the Eden Valley gives it amazing views towards the Pennines and the rolling countryside that has seen this area in Cumbria declared one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Glassonby Old Hall is in an ideal location for an outdoor break in Cumbria, with numerous walks nearby leading to Lacey's Caves along the Eden River, to the Long Meg Stone Circle (the second largest in England) and to the charming nearby Cumbrian village of Melmerby, where the nationally acclaimed organic Village Bakery and the Shepherd's Inn Pub provide good food and local ales.
Additional Information:
Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge per dog), kept to the ground floor and off the furniture please.
Oak and sandstone flag flooring with underfloor heating.
Two wood burning stoves.
Heated towel rails in all bathrooms.
Travel cots, stair gates and high chairs available on request.
Catering service available, please contact Lynn Hilditch 07775 733608.
HOT TUB information The owners would be happy for the guests to hire a hot tub at the property.This can be arranged with Cumbria Hot Tub Hire - 07703 046523 or info@cumbriahottubhire.co.uk. The owners will ask for a £30 surcharge to be added to the reservation to cover the cost of extra water and electricity used.
Nearby points of interest
- Coalhouse Fort
- Epiacum Roman Fort
- Appleby Castle
- South Tynedale Railway
- Hub Heritage & Transport Museum
- Solway Aviation Museum
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful house, excellent communication by the owner, very well equipped, full log store very much appreciated and beautiful welcome basket with local products
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Confirmed Guest
This is a fantastic holiday home, very well equipped and comfortable throughout. Such a lovely setting too
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Confirmed Guest
The Hall was beautiful and very well prepared for our visit, everything had been thought of and the host could not have been more helpful in response to requests. The welcome hamper the best I've seen, the kitchen excellently equipped and the bedrooms so comfortable. Thanks, a week of luxury with amazing views of the Eden Valley.