About this property
Ideally located between the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Lake District, The Old School is a bed and breakfast located in the idyllic surroundings of the Eden Valley. Free WiFi is accessible throughout. The Old School offers rooms in a variety of sizes, each with a private bathroom. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, and there is a large shared lounge for guests to watch TV or relax with a good book. Breakfast is included in the room rate and served at a time that suits the guest. Options include a full English, porridge and pastries, all served with fresh juices and freshly brewed tea and coffee. Junction 38 of the M6 is very close to The Old School B&B. Kendal is a 20-minute drive from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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- Jane
United Kingdom“Great location - ideal for our stop off en route to Glasgow” - Mike United Kingdom“Lovely comfortable place. Cosy and warm. Lovely room. Staff were very helpful welcoming and friendly. Ideal location, 2 mins off the M6. Nice and quiet and great pub within walking distance.”
- Antony United Kingdom“Excellent stop off cycling from the lake district great hospitality and cycle storage, great room for the three of us including a nice little pub down the road ,exceptional breakfast”
- John United Kingdom“We arrived on bicycles soaking wet. Our bikes were securely stored in the garage, and the owners then lit a stove in the guests lounge and put airing racks in front of it so we could dry our clothes. This was a massive help and it was clear that...”
- Sian United Kingdom“great shower, friendly and informative host, pet-friendly, accommodated very late check-in”
- Les United Kingdom“Great location just being of the motorway & for touring around lovely village with nice pub friendly people”
- Cynthia United Kingdom“Lovely warm welcome and hosting the owners who provided good advice about local stuff. Breakfast was superb and accommodation very clean and comfortable. The guest lounge was nice for watching telly. Very likely to stay again.”
- Judy United Kingdom“Very close to the M6 but quiet. Comfortable bed. The most delicious breakfast”
- Lucy United Kingdom“We had a really pleasant stay here. The location was perfect, the room comfortable, and the breakfast good. The landlord was very helpful and friendly. And there is a playground just opposite if you're staying as a family!”
- Kevin United Kingdom“Very welcoming hosts, comfortable, and really good breakfast. The only downside was that we had to rush away.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
