Name: Whitmore
Address: Wennington Road HORNBY, Lancaster, LA2 8JX, United Kingdom, Wennington Road HORNBY, Lancashire, LA2 8JX, UK
Rating: 9.2

Whitmore

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Whitmore in Lancaster offers an adults-only bed and breakfast experience with a sun terrace and a beautiful garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: Each room features a private bathroom with a bath or shower, a tea and coffee maker, and garden views. Additional amenities include a work desk, TV, and parquet floors. Convenient Facilities: The property offers an outdoor seating area, full-day security, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Local Attractions: Trough of Bowland is 14 km away, the World of Beatrix Potter 43 km, and the Cathedral Church of St Peter 14 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 81 km distant. Guest Satisfaction: Guests highly rate the quietness of the area, the attentive host, and the comfort of the rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Superior Twin Room with Garden View 2 single beds
Deluxe Single Room 1 single bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sabine

Germany

“Such a special place! The garden was more like a park and I was welcomed like an old friend! The breakfast was AMAZING and the place sooo peaceful it was a proper short retreat! Would just have needed a few extra days!”

Jackie

United Kingdom

“A lovely b&b in a stunning, quiet location. Rita went out of her way to accommodate our every need. The room was an excellent size with lots of personal touches. Tea/coffee/water/kettle and even a fridge in the room. The whole b&b is full of...”

Helena

United Kingdom

“One of the most tranquil & peaceful places I've stayed. The room was huge and delightful, with a lovely lived in feel, lots of interesting books, a comfy sitting area and all the facilities needed. Lots of windows and the view over the garden...”

Roger

United Kingdom

“This was my second stay in two weeks and my review is identical to the first one. This time I managed to have breakfast in the lovely garden at the suggestion of Rita, the host. Would definitely recommend the Whitmore.”

Vincent

United Kingdom

“Friendly hosts, in a lovely house with extensive gardens, in a quiet location. Rita prepared a lovely and generous vegetarian breakfast. My bike was safely stored overnight in the utility room. Whitmore is right on the Way of the Roses cycle route.”

Roger

United Kingdom

“Rita provided a superb vegitarian breakfast and her husband Keith was kind enough to lend me a tarpaulin cover for my motorcycle for my night's stay, at his suggestion! My room was large and very comfortable and the property is in an ideal...”

Tina

United Kingdom

“The room was very spacious and comfortable, with a large bathroom. Breakfast was in a beautiful room with a view of the garden. Was great to be able to park down a private driveway far from the road. We would stay here again if in the area. Thanks...”

Russell

United Kingdom

“Very comfortable room. Extremely welcoming hosts. Great breakfast”

Helen

United Kingdom

“Loved location and accommodation, beautiful garden and lots of quirky items in the home.”

John

United Kingdom

“The accommodation,and breakfast were very good in a fantastic location. The owner was very helpful and attentive to our needs.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Rita & Keith Wilkinson

9.5

Host review score

Rita & Keith Wilkinson

WHITMORE HOME & GARDENS Whitmore was built our design in 1995 using recycled sandstone from an old barn. Inside you will find Welsh oak flooring, beams and staircase, underfloor heating, log burner and lime washed painted walls. Local artists display their art in our large hall, their art is for sale. Whitmore is set up for those who wish to relax and unwind during their visit. Outside there are the secluded 3 acre grounds well planted with trees, wildlife pond, organic kitchen garden plus our newly planted orchard. WE WELCOME WALKERS, CYCLISTS & MOTOR CYCLISTS * Secure in-house facilities for cyclist * Large utility room with toilet & shower * Plenty of hard standing for all vehicles

LOCAL AREA There are many attractions to experience in the Lune Valley. A popular salmon river with fishing clubs, often visited by otters, kingfishers, herons, many species of ducks and geese, in fact a multitude of varied wild life. Public foot paths give access to the River Lune. Our local mountains, The Three Peaks-Ingleborough, Pen-y-Ghent and Whernside are challenges for walkers and runners, all with sunning views on clear days. Bank Holidays give you the opportunity to be lowered down the famous Gaping Gill, 330 feet into the dark depths of a voluminous limestone cavern; for the brave only. Explore the Silverdale, Arnside, Redmayne area, quiet lanes, plenty of interesting footpaths plus the Leighton Moss Nature Reserve is only 10 miles from Whitmore. We look forward to welcoming you at Whitmore!

Language spoken: English

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House rules

Whitmore takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:30 to 20:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Whitmore in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.