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This traditional 17th-century Cumbrian inn is set in the Eden Valley, between the old market towns of Appleby and Penrith. It has a cosy bar with a log fire, and has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Each room at Black Swan has a carpeted floor and wooden furnishings. Rooms all come with a flat-screen digital TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. You can enjoy fine wines and local ales in the bar, and hearty meals in the restaurant. Food is locally sourced, and for breakfast there is a full cooked breakfast with speciality Cumbrian sausages. The Black Swan owns fishing rights on a 4.5 mile stretch of the picturesque River Eden, famous for trout and salmon fishing. Guests at the Black Swan can request a pass to enjoy free fishing onsite. A wide range of fishing lakes are also available within a 15-minute drive.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gwenda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely, welcoming place to stay in beautiful Eden valley. Food was amazing.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent breakfast and evening meal. Lovely welcoming staff.
  • Ron
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Evening meal was superb, Staff couldn't have been more helpful.
  • Lisette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was a great place to stop off on route. The owners were very helpful and friendly, and the dinner and breakfast were fantastic. Great value for money.
  • Maltas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely room with everything you could need on a night away from home.. the food was amazing, with a crème brûlée to die for and the owners were super friendly.. would recommend it to anyone coming up this way.
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceeded expectations. Nice design touches, comfortable room and ensuite with very good shower. Evening dinner also surprisingly high quality for a modestly priced inn with rooms. Excellent hosts and staff, friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
  • Tony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and superb food. We always break our journey from the Scottish Isles here.
  • Clive
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners are lovely people who work and cook hard. Excellent service and very friendly
  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We like all of it. The staff were lovely and the atmosphere was superb. Meals were deliciously cooked.
  • Allan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice stay in this local pub in a quiet village. The owners Steve and Jacky are just fantastic and make the stay special. Fabulous food with no signs of burgers or pizzas superbly cooked and presented. Very nicely decorated place restful and...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International

Facilities of Black Swan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Trouser press
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Pants press
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:30 to 21:30
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£10 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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