Bessiestown Country Guesthouse - Carlisle (Cumbria)
55.083876, -2.849332Overview
5-star country guesthouse in Carlisle with locally sourced breakfast and scenic rural setting
Accommodation & Rooms
Bessiestown Country Guesthouse offers six room types, including the Dove Cote honeymoon suite and a ground-floor apartment. Each room comes with a private bathroom, a mini fridge stocked with fresh milk, and tea and coffee facilities. The twin rooms and triple rooms provide flexible bedding for families or groups.
Dining & Breakfast
The full English breakfast at Bessiestown farm country guesthouse uses local produce and includes homemade jams and gluten-free options. Guests can start with cereals, fresh fruit, and yogurt before a cooked-to-order hot meal. The breakfast is served in a dining room with views of the surrounding countryside.
Location & Outdoor Activities
Bessiestown Country Guesthouse Carlisle sits within the Eden Valley, 15 minutes from Carlisle and under an hour from the Lake District. The property is close to Hadrian's Wall and Gretna Green, with direct access to major walking and cycling routes. Guests can explore the surrounding farmland and gardens on foot.
Family & Community
The guesthouse provides family rooms and a self-contained apartment with kitchen facilities for larger groups. Bessiestown maintains strong local partnerships, including farm visits where guests can cuddle a sheep. Staff share local history narratives and suggest nearby attractions suited to family outings.
Facilities & Common Areas
Bessiestown has a shared lounge/TV area and a sun lounge with panoramic garden views, plus a microwave for guests to heat their own meals. The property offers free private parking with accessible spaces and daily housekeeping. Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens provide seating areas for relaxation.
- Accommodation: Dove Cote honeymoon suite, ground-floor apartment
- Dining: Full English breakfast with homemade jams
- Location: Eden Valley, 15 min from Carlisle, near Hadrian's Wall
- Family: Family rooms, apartment, farm visits with sheep cudling
- Amenities: Shared lounge, sun lounge, microwave, free parking
Rooms and availability

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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Welcome drink
Leisure/ TV room
Hiking
Cycling
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Garden furniture
Essential information about Bessiestown Country Guesthouse
| 💵 Lowest room price | 79 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 21.7 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 29.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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FAQ about Bessiestown Country Guesthouse
- complimentary wireless internet
- a sitting area
- a TV
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