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5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Quiet family holiday

Posted 29 Sep. 2024 on HomeAway
Weather was bad for the first few days, but the cottage was lovely and cosy. We stovked up on food and enjoyed some family time. When weather improved we were able to enjoy several locations. It was a lovely qiuet lication perfect for de-sttessing, helped by the ducks.
Comment from Hotel Management
1 Nov. 2024 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
so sorry about the awful weather Angela. You were very unlucky. however I am pleased you found the cottage and the ducks to be helpful in destressing you . would love to see you all again. Regards Eileen and Richard
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Beautiful Cottage with Wonderful Host

Posted 18 Aug. 2024 on HomeAway
The cottage is beautiful, immaculately clean, very comfortable, well equipped, and spacious with 3 bedrooms snd two bathrooms. I would describe it as a little gem with oodles of character. Eileen and Richard are wonderful hosts. Such lovely people and gave great tips about where to go and where best to park. Got to mention Humphrey, Maple and Syrup - the adorable ducks! The cottage is in a great location to see Cumbria, the Lake District, Northumberland, and Dumfries & Galloway. Absolutely loved our stay here and wished we could have stayed longer. We are planning on booking another stay!
Comment from Hotel Management
19 Sep. 2024 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
we are so pleased you enjoyed your little holiday in Lily Cottage. We also enjoyed your company and would love to have you to stay again Thank you for your lovely review regards Richard and Eileen
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Posted 3 Aug. 2024 on Expedia
Well located near Carlisle
4 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Few days away

Posted 18 Jul. 2024 on HomeAway
Enjoyed our stay, the accommodation was perfect. Weather could have been kinder.
Comment from Hotel Management
23 Jul. 2024 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
would love to see you all again Eileen and Richard
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Family

Posted 11 Jul. 2024 on HomeAway
Clean and well presented had everything we needed.
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Very good

Posted 20 Jun. 2024 on HomeAway
Exactly what we needed , listing as described
Comment from Hotel Management
20 Jun. 2024 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
so lovely to meet you all . such a lovely family. hope we will see you again richard and Eileen
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Delightfully cosy & comfortable

Posted 2 Jan. 2024 on HomeAway
We regularly stay in holiday properties; most are adequate to good and they vary quite a lot in terms of being well equipped and the quality and taste of decor and furnishings. Eileen & Richard’s house is unquestionably one of the nicest we’ve ever stayed at. The entire house is tastefully and thoughtfully furnished, the kitchen has everything you could need and more; bedrooms comfortable and there are many small, but well considered little touches throughout the house that make it feel so welcoming and friendly. Eileen & Richard are lovely hosts; so friendly and knowledgeable about places to visit in the vicinity. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend in the highest possible terms.
Comment from Hotel Management
9 Jan. 2024 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
it always pleases us to hear that our visitors have been comfortable and happy in our cottage. would love to see you again . regards Eileen and Richard
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Our HOSTS at Lily Cottage

Posted 25 Oct. 2023 on HomeAway
A bit hard to find but well worth it when we got there. Our hosts could not do enough to please us. They were absolutely brilliant. Also their knowledge and recommendations of the area were spot on.The cottage itself was immaculate and all the appliances and furnishings were 1st class. And as an aside Josephine and the ducks were a delight.
Comment from Hotel Management
27 Nov. 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
lovely to have you here , all the way from Australia. Thank you for your lovely comments. Eileen and Richard
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller

Lovely short break in perfect cottage

Posted 30 Aug. 2023 on HomeAway
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Lily Cottage. Well equipped, nicely furnished and spotlessly clean. The hosts were perfection and we discovered several gems (salvage yard/plant nursery/private swimming pool!) that we'd otherwise have probably overlooked. We'd love to return!
Comment from Hotel Management
3 Sep. 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in Lily cottage. We enjoyed our chats with you and would love to see you all again. Eileen and Richard
5 out of 5
by A verified traveller from Florida, USA

Excellent stay

Posted 28 Jul. 2023 on HomeAway
We loved staying at the cottage. It was quiet with a beautiful view in the distance. The cottage was spacious with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a kitchen, and a living room. The kids enjoyed watching the ducks and sitting on the raised platform overlooking the duck pond. Eileen was a great and kind host. Super friendly and took great care of us. I would recommend staying here if you want a quiet retreat near Carlisle. It was a good 45-50 min drive to Keswick, but we like driving and had no regrets on location. We are so glad we stayed here!
Comment from Hotel Management
17 Aug. 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Lily cottage. The children were delightful. Hope you enjoyed the remainder of your holiday Eileen and Richard