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Reviews of The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory, Torver,, Coniston, LA21 8AX, United Kingdom

#2 of 7 B&Bs and inns in Coniston

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 287 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free Wifi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    10
    Friendly, comfortable and home baking! Look forward to seeing you again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely genuine hospitable hosts. Warm, friendly and generous. Old rectory building packed with original features and comfortable furnishings. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very welcoming and felt very looked after

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely old guest house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little remote but not too much of a problem. Half a mile to a pub. Two and a half miles to Coniston

    Breakfast fantastic - all home made. Very nice owners.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    What didn't we like 😞 the prices they charge at the carparks and certain places they charge for using the toilets,they make plenty of money from tourists all year round, so they shouldn't be charging as much. They should lower the charging costs.

    We enjoy getting out and about especially going to different parts of the lakes, and the ferry from Ambleside on the red route, very relaxing and interesting knowledge from the skipper.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We just got unlucky that the poor owner was having an issue with the fire alarm, so it blared around 11pm for no reason and we had to wait for the fire department to arrive. We'd been walking all day so had been dead asleep and that was painful, but seems like a really unlucky one-off, nothing at all to do with the quality of the stay! Would have appreciated an offer of a discount for that, but overall I had incredible sleep and great food here.

    Breakfast was unbelievably good, I'm still thinking about it! The setting is so gorgeous, really beautiful location and perfect for walking the Cumbria Way via Torver.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a delightful break at the Old Rectory. The room was very clean and comfortable with lots of thoughtful extras. The hosts were very friendly and the breakfast was exceptional.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The proprietors were extremely helpful and on hand if you needed anything. Lovely home made cakes and drinks on arrival and the perfect poached eggs for breakfast (amongst other food). A lovely guesthouse with stunning views and a lovely location.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    9.0
    Pleasant memories hope to return
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Location. needed transport. Oh and weather!!!

    Breakfast was excellent, asked what we wanted which was served with superb customer service. Olde world charm, owners so friendly and helpful

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    10
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Top welcome with coffee and home made muffins. Attentive hosts. Gorgeous house, beautifully light interior. Spectacular bird life in the garden. Comfortable room, lots of thoughtful touches. Super breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    10
    Absolutely wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing :)

    Anne and Michael were so kind and welcoming and gave us great advice about places to go. Anne’s cooking and bakes were also incredible ! The location of the hotel was excellent, close to the water and right next to a farm with a beautiful view. Couldn’t recommend it enough. Will definitely stay here again if we come back to the lakes.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    10
    I would highly recommend staying here and I will definitely stay again on my next visit!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect location close to Coniston. Made to feel welcome from arriving. Was offered tea and cake which was delicious. Room was clean and had everything we needed. The breakfast was very good and lots of choice. Super friendly hosts 😊

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    10
    Wonderful stay, will definitely be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Excellent in every way. Food delicious, served with a smile. The whole place is immaculate and tasteful. Very peaceful. Really super

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely old charm location and house, great to get away from the town near bye.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing much to say, all good

    Old charm House, very Cumbria feel and great views, with a good walk to a near bye pub. Ann was very helpful and the extra tea/coffee with home mad cakes was a very good welcome.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    9.0
    Very pleasant hosts and an enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would have been good to have had access to a blanket or lighter-weight duvet as the duvet provided was rather too warm.

    Excellent breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    10
    Great place for a family get away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Everything location was great, hosts exceptional, made to feel welcome soon as we arrived. Rooms where comfy and have great extras. Breakfast was made with great ingredients.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Great location, hosts went above and beyond. Room lovely with comfy bed. Little extras in room, fridge, tea and coffee, home made flapjack. breakfast made to order using exceptional ingredients. Great views.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    10
    The property was amazing and so were the hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Every thing we needed was there

    This was the perfect place

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Lovely place and location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower was a little Luke warm but other than that excellent

    Beautiful location very nice hosts

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    10
    Enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very pleasant, staff friendly, food excellent.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2025

    8.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking for motorcycles challenging.

    Complimentary drink in the room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    8.0
    Quiet with gorgeous views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely owners, lovely location with gorgeous views. Cake and tea served on arrival. Fridge in room

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location , very friendly , helpful owners

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had the most wonderful stay at this charming guest house nestled in the heart of the Lake District. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel incredibly welcome by our attentive hosts, who went out of their way to ensure everything was just right. Their hospitality struck the perfect balance of being warm, genuine, and never intrusive. The guest house itself is full of character and brimming with little touches that make it feel like a home away from home. Our room was spotless, cozy, and had stunning views of the surrounding hills – waking up each morning to that scenery was pure bliss. Breakfast was a real highlight: locally sourced, delicious, and served with care. Whether it was offering helpful advice about walking routes or making sure we had everything we needed, the hosts were always one step ahead. We left feeling refreshed and well looked after. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a peaceful stay in this beautiful part of the world.

    Stayed in July 2025

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