excellent home base for exploring carlisle's rich history and parks

I loved staying here. it was just a 10-minute walk to the stunning Carlisle Cathedral and a peaceful stroll to beautiful Bitts Park, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. The room was very comfortable with little details like fresh milk in the fridge and great coffee options that made my stay more enjoyable.

Do recommend for a weekend pause

Comfortable beds, cozy decor, with lots of nice touches like ground coffee and a cafetière in the room, as well as free wi-fi available for convenient browsing.

Everything was first-rate.

Perfect spot for cyclists!

We crashed here during our cycle trip. Owners were super friendly and let us lock our bikes securely. Rooms were gorgeously decorated and spotlessly clean. the breakfast spread was awesome—seriously good! Just a heads up, it can get a bit noisy at night, but nothing too crazy.

Had a fantastic trip with friends! We explored the stunning Cumbrian countryside and visited Hadrian’s Wall. The hosts were incredibly welcoming, and breakfast was delicious every morning. The room was spacious, and we loved the homely vibe. Just perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure.

One downside was the small bathroom. we bumped elbows a bit, which wasn't ideal during late-night trips.

Welcoming host and delicious breakfast, but noise from the street was bothersome.

we had an amazin stay at cartref guest house! the room was super comfy with a lovely decor and even had a mini fridge with goodies like chocs and soft drinks. breakfast was delish, with loads of choices like full english and continental stuff. melanie, the host, was so friendly and helpful, really made us feel welcomed. plus, loved the extra touches like bathrobes and a sweeties jar in the room!

one thing tho, the noise from the street could be a bit much at times, and there was some dust on the shelves in the room.

The breakfast was the highlight, beautifully presented and delicious, it really set us up for the day! Only downside was a bit of street noise at times. 😊

The Superior Triple Room was spacious with two comfy beds. Decor was fresh and well done, definitely giving a homely vibe. Loved the little extras like the mini fridge stocked with snacks and drinks. But, the bathroom felt a bit cozy, and we did bump elbows sometimes, especially at night. A few more power points would’ve been handy too!

we loved our stay at cartref! the triple room was spacious with two beds, perfect for us. the location was just a short walk to the city centre. the highlight was definitely the breakfast, which was delicious and worth every penny. we also appreciated the little extras like the snacks and fresh milk in the fridge, and being able to leave our towels on the rail made things easy.

strongly recommend

would happily go back again

the single room was super comfy with a mini fridge stocked with chocolates and soft drinks. loved the shower and the luxurious toiletries. breakfast had loads of options like full English and porridge, which was delicious. super convenient location, just a short walk to the city center. melanie's little touches like bathrobes added to the experience.

Had a blast with friends exploring the nearby countryside! Lots of tasty breakfast options and comfy beds helped start our days right. It’s just a quick walk to town, making it perfect for grabbing dinner or hitting up local spots. Bonus for those with bikes, there’s secure storage available.

One downside was the shower—it could’ve used a bit more power, which was a bit disappointing for those used to better water pressure.

Impressive en-suite facilities, thoughtful little extras, proximity to main attractions

The noise levels from the street were quite bothersome, impacting sleep quality despite earplugs!!! the heating seemed quite inadequate, making the room uncomfortably chilly during the night!!!