Free parking, Private parking, On-site parking, Electric charging
Free Wifi
Internet
Kitchen Facilities
Kitchenette, Electric kettle, Refrigerator
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
About this property
Dating from around 1659, the String of Horses is a traditional coaching inn is set in the country village of Faugh, 8 miles from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway.
String of Horses lies in the middle of one of the most beautiful and historic areas of Britain: near Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District and the Scottish borders.
With its oak beams and paneling, open fires and gleaming brassware, the String of Horses has welcomed visitors from all over the world for more than 350 years.
Though acclaimed for its ‘yesteryear’ ambiance, the inn looks after you in 21st-century style, with great food. In every room is free Wi-Fi access, a digital TV and an private bathroom.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
“This is such a wonderful hotel. The staff are absolutely fabulous, well informed and can't do enough for you. The room was spacious, toasty warm and well furnished. The meals were hearty and delicious and the breakfast was lovely. I wouldn't...”
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Jessica
Hong Kong
“Warm and welcoming. We had a tasty dinner and breakfast was excellent. The room was modern and comfortable but the history was still evident throughout the building.”
Laura
United States
“The hotel had a lot of old world charm and character. The food in the dining room was superb! The breakfast was included in the price and it was also excellent. Not too far from parts of Hadrian’s Wall, but you definitely need a car!”
Elizabeth
United States
“All the staff were lovely and helpful. Dinner in the pub was terrific, the fish and chips were the best I've ever had.”
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Peter
Hungary
“The staff, atmosphere and location. The restaurant was also exceptional.”
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Elizabeth
United States
“Breakfast was very nice--there were options beyond a traditional full English breakfast and I appreciated that! The inn has the character and interest you'd expect from a building that old. It is very dark in the area; we went out on a clear...”
Mark
United Kingdom
“Nice quiet countryside location. Plenty of parking. Very friendly staff. Lovely big, comfortable room (Room 4) with fantastic en-suite, including a big bath - perfect for two!”
Tania
Australia
“Beautiful room. Well equipped. Bar around lovely and breakfast was fabulous. Staff were friendly and made you feel at home.”
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Elizabeth
United Kingdom
“Excellent food and service. Sam and Gary went the extra mile to make sure we had everything we needed. They even provided a take away breakfast for us on our last morning. The bedroom was extremely comfortable with a modern en-suite.”
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