String Of Horses

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Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Family Studio
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Entire studio
Beds: 1 single bed , 1 double bed , 1 sofa bed
Free stay for your child
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$157 per night
Original price
US$553.93
Getaway Deal
- US$83.09
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$470.84
US$157 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Getaway Deal
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About this property

Dating from around 1659, the String of Horses is a traditional coaching inn is set in the country village of Faugh, 8 miles from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway. String of Horses lies in the middle of one of the most beautiful and historic areas of Britain: near Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District and the Scottish borders. With its oak beams and panelling, open fires and gleaming brassware, the String of Horses has welcomed visitors from all over the world for more than 350 years. Though acclaimed for its ‘yesteryear’ ambience, the inn looks after you in 21st-century style, with great food. In every room is free Wi-Fi access, a digital TV and an en suite bathroom.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

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

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available on-site

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+ Family Studio
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Full English breakfast included
  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed
US$471 for 3 nights
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Four Poster Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 sofa bed and
  • 1 large double bed
Room
237 feet²
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • TV
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$157 per night
Original price
US$553.93
Getaway Deal
- US$83.09
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$470.84
US$157 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$147 per night
Original price
US$520.42
Getaway Deal
- US$78.06
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$442.36
US$147 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Family Studio
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed
Entire studio
431 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$157 per night
Original price
US$553.93
Getaway Deal
- US$83.09
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$470.84
US$157 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 1 left
  • Free stay for your child
Double Room
We have 4 left
  • 1 double bed
Room
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$117 per night
Original price
US$414.33
Getaway Deal
- US$62.15
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$352.18
US$117 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$108 per night
Original price
US$380.83
Getaway Deal
- US$57.12
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$323.70
US$108 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Twin Room
We have 1 left
  • 2 single beds
Room
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$117 per night
Original price
US$414.33
Getaway Deal
- US$62.15
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$352.18
US$117 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$108 per night
Original price
US$380.83
Getaway Deal
- US$57.12
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Total before taxes
US$323.70
US$108 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Getaway Deal.
Getaway Deal
Getaway Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
  • You won't be charged yet

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Comfy warm bedroom and spotlessly clean. Lovely choice of breakfast”
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The traditional feel of the place is really welcoming and homely. Staff and guests are all very friendly.”
  • Terence
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Booked as a one night stop over on our way to Scotland from the Midlands. Very friendly welcome from Sam on arrival. Our room was large and beautifully decorated, extra large comfortable king size bed. Plenty of wardrobe/drawer space. The bathroom...”
  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Staff were very welcoming and high quality food was served at dinner and breakfast. A great overnight stay.”
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely staff; beautifully decorated and appointed inn. Great location.”
  • Travis
    Australia Australia
    “Wonderful large room Super comfy beds and huge shower Dinner in the pub was fantastic and enjoyed chatting with the locals at the bar”
  • Diane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect in everything. So welcoming, great food, and exceptional cleanliness. Would certainly return and recommend.”
  • Robyn
    Australia Australia
    “The public areas of the hotel are well preserved and maintained. We adored this 17th century building. Loved l I ved loved our beautifully renovated room.”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely olde wworld coaching house with modern rooms in the middle of the countryside. We didn't have time for a meal there but the menu sounded great and we saw some of the straks ... large! Beautiful area and setting”
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Check in with super friendly staff was easy, the room was just what we asked for and was cool and well aired, clean with good facilities and a lovely bathroom. We had booked dinner but were early but they still had a table for us and the food and...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the restaurant is open in the evenings only and is closed on Sunday evenings.