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Yew Tree Farm

Coniston LA21 8DP, England
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Yew Tree Farm
Ranked #1 of 19 Coniston B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 46 Reviews
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London, United Kingdom
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We stayed here for one night during our two week trip around northern England and Scotland. The accommodation itself was indeed very special, a very unique place to stay. The room was clean and comfortable. Unforunately we felt the experience was a bit impersonal. On arrival/check in, we weren't asked if we had any plans for dinner, and no suggestions... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
16 May 2012

We are so sorry you didn't enjoy your stay as much as you should have. We pride ourselves on trying to give a personal service and in fact the very things you mentioned where lacking are normally what comes back as positive feedback. I think that unfortunately you caught us in a busy time on the farm and due to... More

Leeds, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

An easy review to write - effortlessly charming, fantastic rooms, wonderful breakfast and lovely staff. Quite simply one of the best places I have stayed. More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
19 April 2012

I am so pleased you had a great stay and am very grateful for you taking the time to write a wonderful review, huge thanks, I hope to see you again. Caroline More

Wigan
Top Contributor
61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Second time visit to Yew Tree Farm this time with family from 2 countries abroad - whilst there is a stunning and unique variety of scenery and history in the UK I sometimes think we take it for granted and the comments of our family really brought it home how special a place this is as are the Lakes in... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
6 February 2012

What a wonderful review. Huge thanks Caroline More

North Shields
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The romance of Yew Tree Farm was just perfect for our honeymoon break. We were extremely well looked after by Jon, Caroline and Toby and felt so welcome. We don't often feel comfortable in a guest lounge, but we made full use at Yew Tree farm enjoying the cosiness of the fire and the complementary tipple. Lovely friendly collies Hope... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
3 February 2012

I am delighted that you had a super honeymoon stay, it was a pleasure looking after you. I hope we see you in the future. Best Wishes Caroline More

St Helens, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011

Great building with really interesting, unique rooms. Great location for a walk into Coniston in the evening and a huge choice of walks right on the doorstep. Family were friendly and helpfull (advice on eating, walks...). Stayed 2 nights (2 great breakfasts) but would definitly return and stay longer. Very comfy bed, big bath, great cake, roaring fire and glass... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Huge thanks for taking the time to review us and with such kind words, We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. Caroline More

UK
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011

My husband and I along with our dog Ronnie stayed here in October and absolutely loved it! I wish we had stayed longer, but we were visiting family and seeing different parts of the lakes. The room was so beautiful and we had fresh brownies on arrival that I'm sad to say were gone in about a minute, they were... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
3 February 2012

I am so glad you all had a great time, thank you so much for your lovely comments. Caroline More

London, United Kingdom
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2011

What can I can apart from 'absolutely fabulous', an absolute dream of a place to stay and we cannot wait to return. My husband and I stayed for a week and we loved every moment of it, down to the wonderfully prepared breakfast, the afternoon cakes and the glass of port in the evening with a roaring log fire. We... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
28 September 2011

I am so thrilled by your lovely comments, we take a great pride in trying make everyone's stay enjoyable and this makes it all worth while. Thank you. Caroline More

Bristol, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2011

Staying here was a real pleasure and one we look forward to repeating. It is so nice to see a small business which lives up to its PR and in reality probably exceeds it. As for the meat we took home - well dreams are made of this quality, taste and animal welfare. Thank you. More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
28 September 2011

I am really heartened by your comments and very grateful for the time taken. Big Thanks Caroline More

Chelmsford
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

As an avid Beatrix Potter fan my husabd had arranged this trip as a birthday surprise, on arrival the cottage didnt disappoint, even though there were plastic children toys in view which spoilt the abience. The cottage was as if you were stepping back in time and the fire in the lounge was welcoming. The cottage is well sited for... More

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CarolineWatson, Owner at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
9 September 2011

We are very sorry for your disrupted stay, sadly very occasionally our very unhelpful little friends do get past our many preventative measures and scratch in the walls. I am also very sorry that you felt you had been overcharged, from memory I think we reduced the bad nights stay down to just cover costs and waived the remaining balance... More

Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011

We stayed at this B&B for two nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was a very old house and old room with some "mod cons" being a new bathroom. No TV meant we sat around the fire at night reading. Did some great walks with the guidance of the owners. So different to the other places we stayed but... More

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CarolineWatson, Manager at Yew Tree Farm, responded to this review
28 September 2011

We are so grateful for your comments and love that you mentioned quirky, we understand the accommodation is not for everyone as it is old, historic, rustic based on a farm, but we love it and thoroughly enjoy sharing it with like minded guests. More

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