We stayed for two nights at Welburn Lodge and loved every minute. Stella and Steve are fantastic hosts. Two of the friendliest, most genuine people we have ever met running a B&B. The room was immaculate and the attention to detail was exceptional. Breakfast was plentiful, varied and hearty. We'll definitely like to go back and stay there again!

Just returned from a short stay mainly to visit Castle Howard. Excellent B and B with super breakfasts and delightful, thoughtful hosts. Stella and Steve even bought my husband a birthday card together with a bottle of wine.

A truly warm welcome from Stella & Steve upon arrival, despite being some three hours early!
We booked primarily to visit Castle Howard and found so many other places nearby, from a walk to Kirkham Priory to Fish & Chips in the local pub.
The Welburn Lodge, a unique B&B at the entrance of Castle Howards former private railway Station.. Period details abound the property to its exterior where upon you are greeted by two stone griffins at the gate and a pretty secluded garden beyond.
We booked the “Priory” room as we requested a en-suite with a bath and shower so we could have a long soak after having walked around the various attractions during the day.
The decor of the bedroom is in keeping with the style of the Lodge There is also the inevitability of the 20th Century from the flat screen TV & DVD player & internet access. Steve and Stella have a wealth of DVD’S to choose from, why not watch Brideshead Revisited before you go to Castle Howard.
There is abundant information of places to visit and eat in the local area and Steve & Stella will gladly guide you dependent upon your own preferences.
Breakfast is served in a quaint breakfast room with enchanting furniture matching the gothic architecture of the lodge with framed pictures of the Victorian Era of surrounding sites. There are some lovely pictures of the lodge back in the days before Welburn Lodge became a Luxury B&B.
Every combination of a full English breakfast is catered for with local produce black pudding and bacon from Castle Howard Estate. Why not try the Kippers from Whitby... with scrambled eggs and bacon. My only regret we didn’t try the homemade porridge laced with “Baileys” a must on our next visit.
Looking for a reason to Visit again Soon is a must
Nick & Sue
Stockport
Greater Manchester

We didn't want to leave this fantastic B&B - it had everything anyone could possible need, want or expect. Stella and Steve made us so welcome and comfortable right from the start; they became friends as well as great hosts. The linen was spotlessly clean, as was the unique Minster room. The ensuite was spacious, with a great shower and quality bathroom 'condiments'.
The walks available in this area (Howardian Hills) are plenty, taking in Castle Howard and associated follies and monuments - just beautiful. We also enjoyed the Crown and Cushion pub and Patticakes cafe/deli in Welburn village - take time here.
We appreciated Stella and Steve's recommendation to walk to Kirkham Abbey and take in the views over a drink/food at the Stone Trough Inn.
The breakfasts were v. good and we especially enjoyed the kippers, ordered the day b4 - fantastic treat for us.
Great room, great breakfasts, great hosts - what more could we ask for - thankyou Stella and Steve for a great stay.