Guests say
Guests are overwhelmingly pleased with Holmere Bank, praising its stunning decor, impressive views, and entertainment options like the games and cinema rooms. The property's location is appreciated for its quietness and proximity to attractions. Comfort is highlighted with cosy bedrooms and ample space. Some minor issues with kitchen equipment and bedroom ventilation are noted, but these do not detract from the overall excellent experience.
The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness. However, a few guests mentioned pet hairs and a dirty grill upon arrival, suggesting room for improvement. The majority of reviews do not raise cleanliness as an issue, indicating satisfaction in this area.
The location is highly regarded for its quiet setting and ease of access to local attractions, including the RSPB reserve, the lakes, the coast, and nearby villages. The convenience of the location for exploring both Yorkshire and Cumbria is a recurring positive point.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of the cosy bedrooms and the warmth of the house. Some concerns about bedroom windows not opening and affecting the temperature at night are noted, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
The property's facilities, including the games room, cinema room, and EV charging point, are well-received. However, several guests mention a lack of adequate kitchen equipment for large groups and some maintenance issues like unusable scissors and a shortage of saucepans, which affects the score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews. Therefore, it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness category based on the available information.
About this property
Carnforth 3.3 miles. Holmere Bank is a Grade II listed property set within a conservation area within the village of Yealand Conyers, near Carnforth, Lancashire. Boasting original features including graceful proportions, high ceilings and tall sash windows, Holmere Bank appeals to groups of sixteen looking to escape to this part of the country. Step inside to find the snug, with two sofas and armchair for relaxing upon, along with a TV for entertainment. Set up in the kitchen, tastefully-appointed with cabinets and given contemporary finishing touches, including a rangemaster gas cooker with six-ring hob. The kitchen has a lovely dual aspect, out to the back garden and the long view, through the dining room opposite to the front garden with the local fells as a backdrop.
Move through to the main lounge, complete with an attractive window seat and open fire for those cosy evenings or find the conservatory for when the sun is shining. Climb the elegant staircase to reach five of the bedrooms, including the master super-king-size with wardrobe and Smart TV, finished with a spacious en-suite featuring a freestanding bath and walk-in shower. There is also a second super-king-size on the ground floor, serviced by a shower room. Holmere Bank features an annex however the property is very much occupied as a single residence; the sitting room in the annex is set out as a cinema room with EPSON Projector and built-in speakers, perfect for spending a movie night in.
The first of the bedrooms rest downstairs, including a double with en-suite shower, an ideal choice for guests with limited mobility, whilst the upstairs plays host to a twin. In the attic, discover an excellent games room, sporting a Smart TV, table football, table tennis, and pool table, so why not enjoy a family games night? To the outside rests a cobbled area which enjoys the last of the sun, whilst a lawn lies beyond and is where your canine companions can stretch their legs. From the door there is a great myriad of foot and bridle paths to choose from, whilst further afield lies Yorkshire’s Three Peaks (Ingleborough, Whernside and Peny- ghent) and Wainwright’s 214 Lakeland fells, making it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
Just over three miles away lies the market town of Carnforth, home to supermarkets and traditional inns, as well as the Carnforth Station Heritage Centre, making a great trip for the keen trainspotter. Morecambe Bay is well-worth a visit for beautiful, sandy beaches, where you can take a leisurely stroll along the promenade before stopping off in the West End Gardens. Venture into the Lake District and discover the attractive town of Kendal, home to a choice of cultural and historic wonders including the Quaker Tapestry Museum and the Kendal War Museum. To celebrate a special occasion or to simply bring all the family together, look no further than Holmere Bank.
Located just off the M6 and 20 miles south of the scenic Lake District, Carnforth is the sort of place that everyone has heard of, and many desire to discover this hidden gem. Situated at the north end of Morecambe Bay, north of the historic town of Lancaster, 15 miles from the winding lanes of the Yorkshire Dales and a hop and a skip from the Lake District, it is close to absolutely everywhere! Other local attractions include Greenlands Farm Village for crafts, local produce, a play area, café and a garden centre. The lovely area just north of Carnforth has tidal sands bordering the huge expanse of Morecambe Bay. It offers plenty of pleasant walks and opportunity to see local birds and wildlife in this fabulous area of Lancashire. Don't forget to visit the lovely old market town of Kirkby Lonsdale.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Eight bedrooms: First Floor: 1 x super-king-size with Smart TV and en-suite freestanding bath, walk-in shower, double basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 2 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Ground floor: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Attached Annex: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Kitchen/utility.
Sitting room with open fire.
Snug.
Cinema room with multi-fuel stove.
Second-floor games room
Gas central heating.
Gas range cooker and hob, electric oven, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x Smart TV, TV, epson Projector with built in speakers and WiFi, pool table, table tennis, table football.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
EV charging point.
Lawned garden with furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.9 miles, pub 0.4 miles, beach 4.3 miles.
Note: 15m long games room in the attic with smart TV, pool table/table tennis, table football
Nearby points of interest
- Lancaster Castle
- Lancaster University
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (19)
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Rachel
We enjoyed every minute and would definitely book again. There was 15 of us and every single person was happy with everything and the owner is lovely and very accommodating. Even the booking was so easy and straight forward. The cinema room is fantastic and all the rooms was lovely and clean and beds very comfortable and big . 5 star from all of us and thank you again . Also the dog loved it
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Michael
..the lack of large pans (and serving spoons) made catering tricky. There was a truly vast pan and a set of 4 small saucepans, but nothing in the middle. My wish for the owners would be provide some 5 or 6 litre stock pots/casserole pots with lids. Our family is mixed veggies/meatatarians, and it was tricky to cater for +/- meat options of curries, pasta sauces... Apart from that, the house and everything about it is lovely. Thank you so much for our stay...we had a lovely time. :)
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Louise
Cinema room and games room were a brilliant addition and kept the teenagers happy (and adults!). Loved the decor and lots of space for everyone. Facilities good and near to the sea and lakes so a good all round. We all loved our stay and wished it was for longer ⦠hopefully we will all be back â¦. Thank you Ian The only thing the kitchen needs are some bigger frying pans and a few more large saucepans when catering for 14 people and also some serving spoons would be useful too. Other than that plenty of everything else.