Black Swan

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.9

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About this property

This traditional 17th-century Cumbrian inn is set in the Eden Valley, between the old market towns of Appleby and Penrith. It has a cosy bar with a log fire, and has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Each room at Black Swan has a carpeted floor and wooden furnishings. Rooms all come with a flat-screen digital TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. You can enjoy fine wines and local ales in the bar, and hearty meals in the restaurant. Food is locally sourced, and for breakfast there is a full cooked breakfast with speciality Cumbrian sausages. The Black Swan owns fishing rights on a 4.5 mile stretch of the picturesque River Eden, famous for trout and salmon fishing. Guests at the Black Swan can request a pass to enjoy free fishing onsite. A wide range of fishing lakes are also available within a 15-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our third time here recently and each time fabulous. Staff, room and food excellent.”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The food is excellent. Jacky and Steve are excellent hosts, we were made to feel very welcome, we will be returning.”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Owners were very friendly and helpful. Food was very good and the bed was comfortable. Premises were clean and warm. Lovely place to stay.”
Andy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location, friendly staff, comfortably bedroom and choice on menu with good breakfast”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly staff, pleasant environment, and tasty food..”
Catherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice warm comfortable room, comfortable bed, fabulous food and great staff !!”
Martine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed here last year as a midway stop for us. We liked it so much that we returned this year. It's warm, friendly & inviting. The owners really do go the extra mile. The rooms are spotless and more than adequate for our overnight stay. The...”
Mick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a very warm welcome after a long day on the road. The room was very nice and the bar had an open fire. The evening meal was excellent, as was the breakfast.”
Clare
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We were warmly welcomed by lovely hosts. The room was good and comfortable with everything we needed. The food was incredibly good and bountiful.. Highly recommend.”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Tasty breakfast. Cooked fresh Quality ingredients Served with a smile”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    International

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:30 to 21:30
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£10 per stay

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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