Reviews

Me and my partner had a lovely few nights at the oak retreat. It is a lovely place to just switch off and watch sheep ! It is close all popular Lake District destinations and hikes. We will definitely be visiting again.

What a stunning venue and an even better organisation team behind it. It’s hard to please a group of 24 friends but this place was TREMENDOUS!! Exactly or in fact BETTER than described on website. Spotless clean, so comfortable and fab social spaces and gardens. This is the BEST kept secret… I almost don’t want to share the review so it doesn’t get overbooked before we can rebook for next year!!! Thank you so much to Christine and the Rowley Estates for such a memorable stress free holiday in the fabulous dog friendly Blencowe Hall. We will see u again in Dec 26…. And again next spring!! For anyone looking for a stunning location to share precious time with family and friends… don’t hesitate just book Blencowe (and Lynn Hilditch catering!)

Larch Retreat – private woodland shepherds hut

Wow, what can I say. We stayed at Elk cottage and it did not disappoint, it has everything and I mean EVERYTHING you need, we often stay at self catering accomodation and find something vital missing. Not here! Beds are super comfy, definitely have a hotel feel. But a home from home vibe.

The communication with Christine was great from the start, instructions clear and super useful.

We really appreciated the welcome hamper of local products, it really shows you are being looked after and we were able to take our dog without extra £ (very rare these days) he had his own box too with dog bowls and towels and treats, again small touches we have not experienced elsewhere, and mean a lot!

We would book any accommodation at the Rowley Estates again without hesitation, I have every faith each will be as great as our stay at Elk cottage.

Had a wonderful stay, the shepherds hut was so cosy, had everything you needed, very clean and comfortable. The views were the best ever and it was so private. Loved the welcome gifts too. Amazing, calm and peaceful stay. Thank you x

The best house we have stayed in. Great for my 60th birthday. Three children 4, 3 and 18 months. So well equipped and thank you for the hamper.

The house had everything that we needed for a family of 6 adults, 3 toddlers and 2 dogs. Lots of space and a gorgeous hamper on arrival.

We booked this to escape everyday life & it did not disappoint. You are super secluded with the most beautiful views!
Lots of goodies on arrival which was great touch. Thank you.

What a beautiful place to stay, amazing inside and out. It has everything you’d need and more for a luxury stay in the country, but only 10mins from the motorway 🙂

We stayed here for the McMillian Mighty Walk.
From the minute we walked in we were blown away with the accommodation. The attention to detail and everything was so well considered.
The kitchen had more of everything, lots of pots and pans, cutlery and glasses.
It was a lovely kitchen to cook in and hangout in.
The dining room and lounge had lots of chairs for everyone.
The beds were so comfortable
Great showers and bath.
The grounds were beautiful.
I would highly recommend.