The Pavillion

Lovely property set in a beautiful surround.

The property itself was clean and comfortable, although the sofa was a little worn and could do with a deep clean as there were marks and stains on a couple of the cushions. The shower was lovely and the bedroom had plenty of space and the bedding was of high quality. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you would need. The owners were very friendly as was Joanne in the cafe. The only things that let the week down a little was a power cut on one of the days, probably due to the storms, George the owner was straight on to it as it affected the whole site, however not a major issue as lots of places to go for lunch. There was a private event at the gardens on one of the days too, perhaps an advance warning to guests would be good as we had planned a quiet day onsite, but the cafe was closed to cater for the event which meant we ended up changing our plans. That said we ate in the cafe twice and the food and drinks were lovely and to a very good standard. It would be good to come back in a year or two and see the changes to the hall and gardens. The accomodation was great value for the price and I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting a peaceful week in a good location for visiting local attractions.

Could be fantastic with some care and attention.

Accommodation needed some cleaning especially the oven in the kitchen which was really dirty, and the grout in the bathroom shower tiles showed signs of mould. A slip mat and grab rail in the shower would have been welcomed and furnishings were past their best. Apart from that the location was amazing and we did enjoy our stay.

A wonderful property for relaxing and unwinding.

Unfortunately, during our stay, there was recurring construction noise and the smell of paint, without us having been informed about it beforehand.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this Sykes Cottage.

The place itself was beautiful—spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated, and incredibly cosy. It had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The cottage was in an excellent location, making it easy to explore the surrounding area starting with the beautiful Ruins next door while still feeling peaceful and secluded. Whether we wanted a quiet stroll or a day out, everything was conveniently close by. A special mention goes to the great host, who was warm, welcoming, their thoughtful touches made our stay feel extra special. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended, and we’ll definitely be returning!

The Pailion was exactly as described.

Surroundings were pretty special, the ruins of the hall a perfect background for a getaway. The apartment has been tastefully renovated to reflect the taste and style of earlier times. Well locate for the northern lakes, Solway Firth and the Scottish borders, with Hadrians Wall a short drive away. We had a great week and met the owners who clearly had grand plans. We hope to go again.

Wonderful week in beautiful accommodation.

This is a stunning property.

It felt like we were staying in a deluxe chateau hotel suite, but with the benefit of not having to deal with other people! It is beautifully designed and tastefully appointed. Sofa and bed are very comfortable, and the property was spotlessly clean, warm and had lots of natural light which was really uplifting. The ruin is very atmospheric and the gardens are gorgeous. There are lots of places of interest within a short drive away. We have booked to return next summer and we can’t wait.

This is our second time of staying at the Pavillion.

Lovely cottage sympathetic renovation, well maintained and has everything you need for a quiet recharge on life. Definitely worth the money. Ideal central base to visit different areas, whether it be Scotland, Northumberland or Cumbria. It is lovely to see how the renovations are going as Jess and George are taking on a mammoth task of bring the property back to life. The gardens are beautiful and the cafe food is to die for. Owners are on site if you need assistance. Most definitely recommend this gem and look forward to seeing the next stage of renovations when we return. Good luck with the next part of your adventure. Ian & Barbara

We had a fantastic stay at The Pavilion which is extremely comfortable and well equipped.

It is part of the historic Kirklinton Hall Gardens which is a beautiful and inspiring setting in lovely countryside. It is very peaceful and our hosts kindly provided a lovely welcome pack and were on hand to help with any enquiries. The Pavilion is well situated for exploring the local area. Carlisle, The Lake District, Hadrians Wall and Southern Scotland are all within easy reach. Thank you very much for a relaxed stay in such a wonderful place - we will be back!

The Pavilion is a wonderful place to stay and is in a marvellous place for exploring.

You really do feel like you’re in a stately home with full access to the gardens and the rest of the estate. A lovely welcome basket included wine, biscuits, jam, a loaf of bread and milk in the fridge. I had read that there was a coffee machine so I took along a pack of Nespresso capsules and was delighted to find that they were the right type for it. After using most of the logs to heat the front room we realised there was a problem with the heating and gave the owners a call. They were there within half an hour and fixed the problem in a matter of minutes, they even filled the logs back up for us. This is a very special place to stay and we can’t recommend it highly enough.

What can we say except "Wow" better than the pictures.

Well designed and alot of thought gone into the design. A massive project to take on, bringing this fantastic building back to life. Definitely the place to stay if you want to disconnect from everyday life. Peaceful, relaxing definitely feel recharged, 3 nights not enough! Well situated to explore Scotland, Northeast and lake district. Used as a base for visiting family. Will definitely be back to see the progress on your project, recommending to friends and family. Good Luck with your adventure.10/10 Ian & Barbara

Fabulous place, lovely setting.

I think a washing machine would be better than a dish washer, or failing that freely available washing facilities for the properties on site. We are walkers and usually have lots of dirty hiking gear. Also, some of the windows wouldn't open, specifically the kitchen one. It did get hot in there while cooking!

Lovely little gem of a place.

Exactly how it is in the photos, lovingly restored, loved the decor, very classy,had lovely personal touches with the dried flowers, loved the mix with the old stone and old wooden tables and chairs. Very pretty setting, I'm sure it's amazing in the summer time. Bedroom gorgeous, best pillows I've ever had and superb bedding. Lovely little basket left with fresh bread ,coffee,preserve & biccys. We came from york and called at gretna green on route which was fascinating and well worth a visit, had an evening meal at Skitby which was lovely, following morning found the hidden river cafe for breakfast which is in a lovely setting. Then went to visit relatives in Hawick, where we had not been for over 20 years. We had a fab time in a fab setting Dawn & Nick from York

Property was great, quite, comfy, cosy & had everything we needed.

We will definitely be back. It's fantastic to see what the young couple are doing on the site, preserving something for future generations to enjoy. Well done to them both.! ♥️

We had an absolutely wonderful stay and consider the value for money to be truly incredible.

The location was completely unique and every detail had been thought through. Even things like the history of the house (written really well) had been provided in the binder. Everything was pristinely clean and organised and conveniently located. In terms of aesthetics I felt it was completely appropriate and beautifully appointed and I grew up in an historic house with parents who were big geeks about such things. Getting period detail right and allowing the historic features of the place to ring out while also providing discreet modern comforts (beautifully warm for instance) is so unusual and this place nailed it. No complaints at all and will be recommending to anyone interested exploring that part of the country.

This is probably one of the nicest places we’ve ever stayed, and definitely the most unique.

It was better than we expected, and was exactly what we needed. We definitely recommend the Pavillion, and would for sure stay again.

Lovely place to stay with everything you need.

An absolute gem of a find.

Kirklinton is set in beautiful grounds which you can roam around in freely, the ruins of the old buildings are enchanting you feel like you're in your own fairytale. Our accommodation the Pavillion was welcoming and had everything we needed for our very comfortable stay. Our host Jess was lovely she made us feel very welcome. We wouldn't hesitate to book again maybe in a few years when the renovations of the old hall are underway. Kirklinton is centrally located for Carlisle and lots of lovely villages with lots of history.

We had a very enjoyable stay at The Pavilion, beautiful building and gardens, the accommodation was very comfortable and had everything we needed.

Jess and George were very welcoming hosts. Kirklinton was a perfect base for visiting Hadrian’s wall and the lakes so we were able to see lots of interesting places. We would highly recommend Kirklinton Hall for a relaxing holiday.

Just returned from a 3 night stay.

This property is an absolute hidden treasure in an idyllic setting with lots of history. Accommodation exceeded our expectation and the hosts were friendly and welcoming. Both George and Jess work really hard to ensure a very comfortable stay. Would highly recommend this property for anyone looking for relaxation and tranquillity.

An interesting building beautifully converted in a tranquil place

The Pavilion at Kirklinton Hall and Gardens is a beautiful property in very grand surroundings which are gradually being restored to their former glory.

It’s a good base too if you wish to explore Hadrian’s Wall and even the Lakes are within easy reach. I had pretty terrible weather but was so pleased to have warm, comfortable and characterful accommodation to relax in when plans were disrupted. Highly recommended.

We enjoyed our stay at the Pavillion.

The property is equipped with top class equipment, nothing spared. We were welcomed by the host and shown to the Pavillion. All information regarding the property is included in the information pack. We had to leave earlier than we intended but this had nothing to do with the accommodation.

A wonderful and unusual place to stay.

Very peaceful and relaxing break in beautiful surroundings, just what we had hoped for. Everything was first class. A lot of thought and detail has gone in to make this feel very comfortable. A great find. We will book again.

Perfect in every way.

Fabulous apartment, the attention to detail in regard to making it homely, such nice touches, the throws, dried flowers, decent crockery and the welcome pack. None of which detracting from the beauty and splendour of the building and its setting.

Most of the building may be a ruin but certainly not the holiday accommodation.

It was home from home, there was everything needed for an enjoyable stay. The conversions are an excellent standard, The bed complete with pillows and quilt were of a very high standard giving me a better nights sleep than what I get at home. We will certainly make a return visit.

Had a great relaxing stay for a short few days break.

The location was easy to find and we felt at home straight away. the facilities are clean and made to a high standard. Spoke to Jess (owner) who was friendly. Likely to return in the summer for the next visit. Highly recommended

Just an amazing property, lovingly created from the ruins of Kirklinton Hall.

Luxurious, cozy and welcoming, we thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend. The snow outside and the log fire inside certainly helped. It is amazing project that has been taken on here and if the Pavillion is anything to go by then the rest will be truly amazing. Keep going with the vision and thank you for a truly amazing stay.

The property was charming and most comfortable.

The grounds were beautifully maintained and although it was autumn we did enjoy walking along the footpaths. There was building works in progress but this was done sympathetically and was not an inconvenience to us. The only slight complaint was that there was no signal for the tv or mobile phone.

The pavilion was beautifully decorated and very comfortable to stay at,, we absolutely loved it there and would definitely recommend it to others and will definitely go back,, the hosts were very friendly and helpful and nothing was to much trouble and the little extra touches they gave were very thoughtful and kind.

Had a fab weekend

Lovely welcome pack, everything we needed, friendly host and wonderful setting.

We had a lovely stay.

It was such a memorable place to stay and very quiet and private. Thank you!