Reviews

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Christine’s shepherds hut. The place was immaculately clean, with beautiful views and such peaceful surroundings. The shepherds hut was completely full of everything we needed and the added bonus of an incredible personalised welcome hamper that was greatly appreciated – there wasn’t anything that hadn’t been thought of. Christine was very responsive when we needed her and we are so grateful for such a lovely trip away. Highly recommend!

Wonderful stay in a beautiful sheperds hut sheltering from some stormy October weather in the cosy hut equipped with central heating and solar power but still easily accessible to all the popular Lake District attractions – some great pubs near by the Kings Arms Stainton was a particular favourite! Would return should we come back to the area!

It was my sister’s 60th birthday and 30th wedding anniversary, our aunt’s 80th birthday and nieces 18th and 21st birthdays, so we wanted to some special, hiring Blencowe was definitely that, a castle to ourselves! All the bedrooms and bathrooms we needed and plenty of reception space. It’s very well equipped. Lots of good walks and places to visit. You can walk to the local pub. We dressed up and had private caterers (Lynn Hilditch) for the Saturday night, which was a brilliant decided, it was lovely to use the private dining room, be served and actually good value when you can drink your own drink and no need for taxis! Highly recommend

I stayed at the castle a few weeks back now and we had an amazing time – the perfect setting for a big birthday celebration with the family. Since coming back, I noticed that I had left my little boy’s favourite books in one of the bedside tables, so I emailed the staff and they couldn’t have been more helpful. Not only did they go out of their way to find the books, but they sent them back to me free of charge. I would definitely recommend staying here as the building is beautiful and the owners are extremely accommodating. Can’t wait to visit again!

Brilliant views and an extremely homely feel. Lots of added touches from Christine and the team made it extra special!

Brilliant views and an extremely homely feel. Lots of added touches from Christine and the team made it extra special!

Brilliant views and an extremely homely feel. Lots of added touches from Christine and the team made it extra special!

We recently had a lovely holiday at Cedar Retreat. The Shepherd’s Hut is beautifully situated in peaceful woodland. The accommodation is incredibly well designed, with everything you could need. It’s a little gem of a place.

Thank you Christine for accommodating our last minute booking! First time in the Lake District and it so happened to be in the middle of the storm🥲The hut had a fire and heating so we were never cold! Super easy the get to and the parking isn’t far from the hut either. Great value the money😊😊