A thousand wows!   Can't be beaten - terrible to leave.   Thank you very, very much. (Mr + Mrs M. and Family 27/10/11)

Another lovely stay, as always.   Thank you.   I wish we could have stopped a bit longer, but maybe next time. (Mrs J. and Son 26/10/11)

Lovely place, lovely people, lovely food.   Best front garden I have seen.   Thank you for everything. (Mr + Mrs R. 24/10/11)

What a welcome!   Cream scones, home-made jam, and that was just the beginning to our break.   John and Julie were so friendly, we cannot fault anything.   Food, room, cleanliness, 5-star treatment.   We will be back! (Miss F.-S. and friends 10/10/11)

Superb accommodation and superb hosts.   Will be back! (Mr + Mrs B. 2/10/11)

A perfect stay - from the moment John greeted us both at the gate.   Food - fantastic, hot tub - great.   Such a relaxing time.   Thanks.   See you soon, John and Julie. (Mr+ Mrs F. 1/10/11)

Thank you for everything - spotless (five stars!) welcoming and so thoughtful.   You both made turning 60 a special experience.   Thanks for the birthday cake Julie.   +   There are no words for this place.   Just come and enjoy it.   Then you know! (Mr + Mrs G. 30/09/11)

A warm welcome, Egon Ronay cuisine, impeccable table service, considerate care, excellent value.   Everything a B and B should be.   Very glad to come a third time. (Mr + Mrs B. 24/09/11)

Thank you for a superb stay.   You have thought of everything for our comfort.   Real R. and R.  Food - delicious. (Mr and Mrs B. 23/09/11)

A perfect stay the night before the Great North Run.   Delicious food, a gorgeous room and the BEST COMPANY. (Mr + Mrs M. 18/09/11)

Our second visit - excellent - food very good - in fact, everything excellent.   Hot tub was heaven.   Hope to come again in the near future. (Mr + Mrs C, Mr + Mrs M. 16/09/11)

Thank you for allowing us to share your home, which is beautiful.   We have had a lovely stay, shame it was only one night. (Mr + Mrs B, Mrs S. and Mr H. 4/09/11)

We wouldn't have had better treatment in a 5 star hotel!   You are both stars.   Thank you both for lovely food and top quality care.  (Mr + Mrs B. 3/09/11)

Peace, perfect peace!   Waited on hand and foot.   Delicious food.   Many thanks for everything. (Mr + Mrs K. 18/08/11)

 Thank you very much for a wonderful weekend in your beautiful cottage. (Mr + Mrs J. 24/07/11)

Thank you for such a lovely time at Ayhope Cottage.   Your hospitality is the best we've ever recieved and your warm welcome is second to none.   Lovely rooms, breakfast and evening meal.   You should be very proud!   Thanks again.  (Ms L and Mrs F-S. 23/07/11)

Wonderful just as we remembered (Mr W. +Ms I. 21/07/11)

What a wonderful stay!   Beautifully created in every way - immaculate and everything provided for our needs.   Thank you for all the care for our comfort.   We loved your creativity, garden and decor. ( Mr + Mrs G. 9/07/11)

 Fabulous!   Thank you.   We would be very happy to stay longer in this beautiful place.   Thank you for your welcome.   The room was spotless and we enjoyed the attention to detail - thoughtful and generous.   Merci beaucoup! (For the French touch!)  (Mr + Mrs K. 3/07/11)

 It is out of the way but it's well worth going out of your way to experience this level of hospitality.   Wish we had stayed longer. (Mr + Mrs W.  2/07/11)

Perfect!!   Better than a 5 star hotel.   We had a superb time and John and Julie could not have been better hosts.   We shall be back. (Mr + Mrs G. 27/06/11)

A most enjoyable stay.   Excellent accommodation, fantastic food, superb hosts, wonderful surroundings.   What more could you ask for?   Thank you so much. (Mr + Mrs W. 14/06/11)

John and Julie's attention to detail was second to none!   Our stay here was comfortable and relaxing.   We went home feeling totally pampered and spoiled with excellent food and accommodation.   We look forward to returning in the autumn.   Thank you so much for all you have done for us during our stay in your lovely home. (Mr + Mrs B. 5/06/11)

A sanctuary, as always. lovely food and hospitality as usual, surrounded by beatiful scenery.   It's been lovely.......and thanks for the directions to places. (Mrs + Mr J. 3/06/11)

Venue, service + hospitality all second to none.   Will recommend to all. (Mr B. + Ms M. 27/05/11)

Everything everyone has said before and more. (Mr + Mrs T. 24/05/11)

Spectacular!   Stayed in many B. and B.s with my work overy the last 10 years and this is the best.   I doubt if it will be bettered in the future.   Thanks so much. (Mr G. 17/05/11)

Had to come back for a third visit, to see if it's still as good.   Hey! Hey! IT IS!   Thanks a million. (Mr + Mrs B. 15/05/11)

Thanks for another wonderful stay - a haven when we needed it.   Going home to let out my clothes. (Mr + Mrs H. 02/05/11)

What canwe say?   Such lovely surroundings and what a lovely welcoming genuine couple, with excellent food also.   Ended up staying an extra night as we did not want to leave.   Would certainly come back.   Love. (Mrs G + Mr S 28/04/11)

A special short break made even more special by the warm welcome we recieved, food that could not be bettered anywhere, and meticulous attention to detail.   A wonderful second visit.   We might risk coming back someday. (Mr + Mrs B 02/04/11)

Brilliant!! John and Julie have thought of everything!!   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs P 27/03/11)

Second stay.   Absolutely superb.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs S 26/03/11)

Home from home.   Thanks John and Julie for a fabulous three days.   Everything was first class.   We will be back in the near future. (Mr + Mrs T 11/03/11)

Thanks for a fab weekend.   Food fantastic.   Hope you enjoy the trout.    (Mr + Mrs P 07/03/11)

Another fantastic stay.   Excellent hosts, accommodation and food.   Already planning the next visit.   Thanks again. (Mr + Mrs A. 21/02/11)

John and Julie - thanks for a wonderful stay + making us feel at home.   We will difinitely be back.   Perfect!!.....(especially the breakfast).   Thanks guys. (J + J  15/02/11)

Thank you, John and Julie, for looking after us so well - we've had a fantastic 3 night stay in your lovely home.   You have made us feel very welcome and nothing is too much trouble for you.   The accommodation, breakfasts and evening meals are definitely 5 star.   Brilliant! (Mr + Mrs Y. and Mr + Mrs B. 03/02/11)

Fantastic service as always and a breakfast without equal!   I shall be back (again). (Mr C. 29/12/10)

Thank you so much for such a relaxing, comfortable stay.   The food has been fantastic!   It's such a shame we are only here one night....   We will be back again in the near future and will be highly recommending you. :) (Mr + Mrs F. 20/12/10)

A very warm welcome.   A clean and comfortable room.   Loads of really good food and a really helpful and accommodating ambience.   Thanks. (Mr H. 20/11/10)

We had a fantastic time.   John and Julie are great people, down to earth and fantastic hosts.   Bedroom was cosy.   Hot tub nice to relax.  Will be returning.   Recommend to everyone. (Mr C. 18/10/10)

We only live "round the corner" but needed a break.   Completely pampered - food to die for.   All home-made cakes and bread, far too much, loads of extras.   Absolutely fantastic.   Room first class.   Will be back.   Many thanks.   John and Julie are the best hosts. (Mr + Mrs S. 17/10/10)

We have had a wonderful weekend.   Fabulous food and lots of it.   John and Julie are excellent hosts.   What more can we say?   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs C 17/10/10)

Brilliant, friendly hosts.   Good food.   Comfy beds.   1st class hospitality.   Well recommended. (Mr R. 11/10/10)

An excellent stay in every sense of the word.   Superb food and accommodation.   Looking forward to our next visit.   Thank you. (7/10/10)

Absolutely heavenly.   Everything just perfect.   Beds comfortable, food excellent, every possible thing available that anyone could wish for.   Wonderful hosts.   Hope we may be able to stay again. (Mr + Mrs M. 4/10/10)

BIG DITTO! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! (Mr + Mrs C. 4/10/10)

A most enjoyable stay + we hope to come again when we next visit the area. (Mr + Mrs L. 25/09/10)

A lovely place to stay, very warm and comfy.   Hope to come back sometime. (Mr + Mrs S. 13/09/10)

Absolutely fantastic!   Sheer comfort and paradise amidst Utopia!   Hope to come back very soon.   Thanks for a great stay. (Mr P. 12/09/10)

Second visit - Wonderful again.   Be back soon. (Mrs B. 9/9/10)

What can we say?   It's all been said before.   FANTASTIC and we will be back. (Ms S. + Ms M. 9/9/10)

How wonderful to stay here, the house I was born in 60 years ago!   We give it 6 stars.   A piece of heaven. (Mr + Mrs R. 05/09/10)

Five star stay!   We loved it and will definitely be back.   Thanks.   XX  (Mr + Mrs N. 28/08/10)

What a wonderful tonic!   We'll be back. (Ms T. 15/08/10)

Fantastic accommodation and amazing hospitality.   Thank you so much.   Will definitely be back. (Mr B. 15/08/10)

Highly recommended.   Five star treatment in beautiful surroundings. (Ms T. 14/08/10)

Never felt so pampered in all our lives.   Hosts and food - wonderful.   Hope to be back soon.  (Mr + Mrs S. 10/08/10)

Excellent hospitality, John and Julie - very welcoming.   Food delicious, both breakfasts and evening meal.   The "home-made" touch is brilliant.   Will definitely recommend.  (Miss T. and Mrs T. 08/08/10)

Another fantastic stay!   John and Julie are superb hosts and have made us feel so welcome.   Will definitely be back for another visit.   Try the souffle omelette - they are delicious!   Thanks again.  (Miss B., Mr W., Mrs B. and Mrs D. 25/07/10) 

Two words spring to mind - excellent and superb - but neither seems quite adequate.   Called on our way to Edinburgh.   Enjoyed it so much, called on oujr way back as well.   Thanks for a wonderful stay.  (Mr S. and Ms C. 21/07/10)

It was a wonderful stay - the first night of our holiday.   Peace, friendliness and wonderful food.   Thank you.  (Miss B. and Miss J. 19/07/10)

Absolutely superb!   Thank you so much Julie and John for a wonderful stay - we couldn't have asked for more. (Mr + Mrs H. 18/07/10)

Thank you for an unparalleled experience! The first true feeling of "vacation" on our whirlwind vacation.   Thank you for making my first B and B experience so memorable.   Love abnd Good wishes. (Mr and Mrs O., U.S.A. 17/07/10)

Staying with you has been a unique, fairytale experience - good company and delicious food. (Mrs W.12/07/10)

Another delightful visit with our, now, friends - Julie and John.   Thank you for a lovely welcome, the use of your T.V. for the World Cup Final, a wonderful breakfast etc. etc. (Mr + Mrs C. 12/07/10)

Wonderful welcome.   A real 5 star stay. (Mr + Mrs T. 11/07/10)

Lovely hosts.   Excellent food.   Quality B and B.   Unique surroundings.   "Diolch" - Thank you. (Mr + Mrs M. 02/07/10) 

All that has already been said - and then some!   Fantastic.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs B. 27/06/10)

A unique and wonderful B + B.   Superb cleanliness, hospitality and food. (Mr + Mrs L. 24/06/10)

Excellent!   5 star, or should be. (Mr H. 22/06/10)

Thank you for your generous hospitality on our "babymoon" - we hope to be able to come again. (Mr + Mrs M. 14/06/10) 

When I first booked to come here I wondered what I would find on arrival.   I found PARADISE.   John and Julie are superb hosts and I think it would be hard to find a better B and B.   Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and kindness. (Mr H. 1/06/10)

Right at the end of the road in a beautiful forest.   Comfortable bed, wonderful menu, brilliant chef, elegant waiter, great attention to detail and a warm welcome. What more could one want? (Rev. and Mrs B. 27/05/10)

Two excellent and thoughtful people, who provided superb food and accommodation.   Very tranquil setting, right up our street!   Thank you very much.   (Mr + Mrs M. 25/05/10)

On our way to Edinburgh.   Nous avons fait le choix de venir ici (par Internet) surs que c'est ici que nous avrions le meilleur accueil.   Et nous devons reconnaitre que c'est tres, tres au dessus de ce que nous pouvions imaginer.   Alors, pour tout les Francais a la recherche d'un B + B en Angleterre, c'est la qu'il faut aller. Julie et John merci infiniment. (M. + Mme L. 18/05/10)

Excellent accommodation, food and facilities.   Thoroughly enjoyed our break. Thanks. (Mr + Mrs P. 8/05/10)

Thank you so much for your kind hospitality.   We have had a lovely time.   Looking forward to our return visit in June. (Mr W and Ms B. 2/05/10)

Lovely place, food and especially the people.   Thanks for looking after us. (Mr M. 2/05/10)

Another fantastic stay.   Possibly the best B and B we have ever stayed in.   Can't wait to stay again. (Mr D. + Miss V. 29/03/10) 

5 star position.   5 star food.   5 star hosts.   We will be back.   Thanks ever so much. (Mr C. + Ms B. 21/03/10)

Another pampered stay.   Five star treatment by a five star couple.   Looking forward to another stay.   Many, many thanks. (Mr + Mrs T 16/03/10)

Absolutely fabulous!   We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay.   Here's to the next time. (Mr + Mrs R. 16/03/10)

Thank you for your warmth and kindness during our time with you.   You made us feel very comfortable from the moment we met you both.   The food was amazing and its by far the cleanest place we've ever stayed - and everywhere else has been spotless!   We hope to visit again sometime. (Mr + Mrs B. 12/03/10)

Our first visit.   Julie and John were very welcoming.   B + B is immaculate.   Very helpful with directions.   Breakfast was super, especiallythe honey granola.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs G. 01/03/10)

Absolutely amazing.   Cannot recommend enough.  Hospitality,  food - ten out of ten.   Attention to detail is incredible.   Hot tub - amazing.   Thank you both for a marvellous stay.   We will be back. (Mr + Mrs C. 28/02/10)

We had a great stay.   The room and food were fantastic.   We managed 2 hours cycling in the snow around the Forest.   We had a great 2 days and will be back to stay again when the weather improves.   Many thanks. (Mr E. + Miss U. 27/02/10)

Thank you for a lovely stay.   Your amazing hospitality and wonderful food exceeded our expectations and nothing was too much trouble.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs F. 26/02/10)

Very homely welcome in the snowy forest.   Thanks so much for all your kindness. (Mr + Mrs D. 22/02/10)

Excellent!   We were superbly looked after, with every attention to detail.   Special thanks for catering for my dietary needs.   Will recommend you to family and friends.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs D. 19/02/10)

Another wonderful stay - absolutely perfect.   Thanks and hope to see you both again. (Mr P. 02/02/10)

Thank you for a wonderful night.   You made us both feel very welcome and we could not have asked for more.   We most definitely will be returning in the future. (Mr S. 24.1/10)

Our second stay and will definitely come back again - John and Julie are so welcoming and food is amazing - home from home.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs C. 01/01/10)

What a lovely place.   Thank you for your amazing hospitality and such yummy food.   We have had such a lovely stay and will definitely be coming back again.   Thank you again.(Miss H. 29/12/09)

A perfect place, with perfect people who have perfect intentions.   This place is amazing, so thank you. (Mr M. 29/12/09)

We had driven over 300 miles to Hamsterley for a funeral and here in the forest, found ourselves close to heaven.   Thank you John and Julie for being such angels! (Mr + Mrs B. 12/12/09)

Excellent food and hospitality.   So helpful and kind regarding  Elizabeth (John's feeding of Elizabeth gained him another gold star).   I can't leave Julie out - food to die for, as before - the only problem we have is not enough holidays to spend more time here.  (Mr + Mrs C., Mrs S. and baby Elizabeth. 29/11/09)

Where to start!!   Breakfast yummy - dinner very yummy - hot tub fab - cakes cookies and attention to detail is fantastic.   Thanks for very special treatment.   We will be back. (Mr + Mrs P. 20/11/09)

Wonderful!   Best B + B we've ever been to.   Thank you so much for a fantastic base and fab food.   Diets tomorrow!   If you ever want to collect some Stilton please say hello. (Mr + Mrs B. 24/10/09)

John and Julie - thanks for your wonderful food - your sticky puds are great.   Had a marvellous time.   Your attention to detail. is first class.   Company and chit-chat made us feel really at home.   Loved it! (Mr + Mrs H. 23/10/09)

What can we say?   Thank you! Couldn't be better! Absolutely fantastic! Everything first class!  Wonderful hosts and food. (Mr + Mrs M. 18/10/09)

Lovely location in the forest, great food and a very warm and friendly welcome from John and Julie.   Will definitely be back to explore further. (Mr M. + Miss C. 17/10.09)

Absolutely fantastic!! (Miss B + Mr H. 11/10/09)

Another very enjoyable stay.   Food and hospitality second to none.   Thank you for making us so welcome, and for all the little extras. (Mr + Mrs W. 09/10/09)

Accommodation - excellent!   Food - excellent!   Company - excellent! Value - excellent! (Mr + Mrs F. 28/09/09)

The three days went far too quickly.   We felt very relaxed and comfortable.  Food - excellent, hospitality - terrific, nothing seems to be too much trouble.   Will recommend you and hope to visit again. (Mr + Mrs W. and Mr + Mrs E. 25/09/09)

Often we think of our journey to England and Scotland and we like to think of the very nice B and B in your house.   It has been the best of all in our time in Great Britain.  Thank you very much for all kindness and the perfect rooms and breakfast. (Mr + Mrs S, Germany, 4/09/09)

We have now clocked up 18 nights!   The service and hospitality is as good as it was on day one - consistently at its best.   Fantastic hosts, fantastic food and great local quizzes - brush up on your general knowledge. (Mr and Mrs A. 26/01/09)

Great food, excellent accommodation, fantastic hosts, romantic hot tub and a great cup of tea.   Probably the best B and B we have stayed in and will be back ASAP.   Thanks to John and Julie - see you again soon! (Mr J. and Miss V. 15/02/09)

Thank you!   Fantastic hospitality - outstanding breakfast as a highlight!   Gratitude also for providing two fifths of "The Dream Team" (for local quiz).   (Mr C. + Mr and Mrs M. 16/02/09)

Wonderfully relaxing break with gorgeous food and hot tub a memorable experience.   But the real joy was meeting such a lovely couple who so obviously love taking care of you.   So thank you Julie and John. (Mr and Mrs J. 23/02/09)

Hospitality to rival Elrond at Rivendell!   A fantastic stay. (Mr F. 1/03/09)

You've perfected the art of spoiling people. (Mr + Mrs D 13/03/09)

It's all the extra little touches that make Ayhope the perfect place to stay. (Mr + Mrs P 15/03/09)

A wonderful rest with excellent food and a very  warm welcome.   All the little touches really make your B + B outstanding.   Thank you so much.   (Miss S. 17/03/09)

Accommodation and hospitality second to none.   (Mr + Mrs L 21/03/09)

Simply splendid. (Mr + Mrs B. 6/04/09)

Very relaxing.   Lovely breakfast.   Extra little touches- great.   Sunhouse - lovely.   Very clean.   All round excellent plus very friendly hosts. (Miss S. + Miss B. (13/04/09)

Superb!   Cannot be faulted.   Looking forward to another visit. (Mr + Mrs K. 18/04/09)

This best B + B ever reflects the hard work Julie and John put into ensuring our every comfort.   Thank you for lovely food and a perfect stay. (Mr + Mrs T. 25/04/09)

A very comfortable stay - very friendly and lovely food.   Will come again. (Mr + Mrs R. 26/04/09)

A most comfortable stay for two sets of "in-laws", courtesy of daughter/son.   Every conceivable facility, many details not found anywhere else!   Excellent taste - not least at the dining table.   Hope to come again. (Mr + Mrs H. 8/05/09)

A lovely place to stay, Julie and John making us so welcome.   We definitely hope to come back again.   The very best wishes for the coming year. (Mr + Mrs H. 8/05/09)

Our return visit has been as excellent as the first!   Fantastic home-made cuisine and friendly hosts.   Many thanks again Julie and John.   Wishing you both all the best for future years. (Mr + Mrs H. 9/05/09)

Thank you very much, a wonderful stay, wonderful food - an hour and a half to eat breakfast!   (Mrs R. 16/05/09)

Fabulous hospitality - wonderful food and fantastic attention to detail - a truly excellent experience. (Mr R. 16/05/09)

Excellent!   Without doubt the best B and B we have stayed in.   Thank you for your warm hospitality and excellent food.   We'll highly recommend you.   Thank you for Gary's birthday cake. (Mr + Mrs R. 22/05/09)

Thank you again Julie and John for another delightfully warm and welcoming stay in your lovely home. (Mr + Mrs J. 25/05/09)

Fantastic!   Every possible comfort and consideration. Thank you for everything. (Mr + Mrs F. 29/05/09)

Wonderful!   Lovely stay, delightful bed and breakfast, probably the best in the country.   Beautiful rooms, and lovely little teapot!!! Thank you for a brill weekend. (Mr + Mrs M. 31/05/09)

Best B + B we have ever experienced.   Thank you John and Julie for your warm hospitality.   Lovely food.   Cannot fault anything.   Will visit again soon. (Mr + Mrs B. 6/06/09)

Fantastic!   Just as good as before, especially the breakfasts!   Every need catered for - highly recommended. (Mr C. 11/06/09)

One simple word - Perfect!   The food is different class!!!   (Best roasties in the world).   Thank you. (Mr H. 13/06/09)

Faultless! (Mr + Mrs W. 13/06/09)

Another wonderful break at Hamsterley Forest B + B!    Thank you so much for everything.   We'll be back. (Mr + Mrs C. 17/06/09)

This was our first experience with B + B.   It could not be any better.   Maybe our future holidays will be planned to use B + B when in G.B..   Thank you for your hospitality. (Mr + Mrs D., Denmark, 18/06/09)

Outstanding B + B in every respect.  Thank you for being so attentive to our needs.   Already planning our next visit.   Many thanks for your kindness. (Mr + Mrs W. 19/06/09)

Lovely room, love the shower and the breakfasts are to die for.   John and Julie made us, and Mum, really welcome.   Food and friendly attention off the top of the scale. (Mr + Mrs P. 25/06/09)

What a fantastic stay!   Great rooms, food to die for (try the pork balls - yummy) and those little extra touches that make this place a class apart.   Julie and John, you are wonderful hosts and we hope to see you both again very soon. (Miss B. + Mr W. 28/06/09)

This time we thought we would bring some friends.   Thankfully they behaved themselves.   This was our 25th night here in just over 12 months.   Two words sum up our experience - consistency and excellence.   Great fresh food, great local quiz, great hosts. (Mr + Mrs A. 28/06/09)

Thank you so much for being wonderful hosts.   Wonderful food, location, pub quiz and rabbit.   We will be back and recommending your lovely home to our family and friends.   Thanks again. (Mr + Mrs R. 01/07/09)

A little gem in the Forest.   Home from home and wonderful hospitality.   Thanks for making us so welcome. (Mr + Mrs D. 02/07/09)

A wonderful little guest house.   Great food and hospitality.   Would definitely recommend a stay to anyone. (Mr + Mrs P. 08/07/09)

Absolutely brilliant!    Thank you so much.   As a surprise trip for my parents' birthdays I could not ask for more - beautiful scenery, immaculate rooms and charming service, not to mention Champagne in a hot tub!   Brilliant, I can't thank you enough. (Mr P. and Miss O. 08/07/09)

If there was a Michelin star rating for  B + Bs this would get 3 stars (I think that is the maximum).   We were spoiled rotten.   Home away from home but more luxurious!   Thank you and enjoy your cruising. (Mr + Mrs P. 18/07/09)

I have stayed in many places before, but you're really on top of my list when it comes to hospitality and service.   You made me feel like one of the family whilst staying with you and the food was absolutely fabulous. (Ms V. 22/07/09)

Thank you for your hospitality and the superb catering.   Biggest breakfast I have had in years!!   Enjoyed meeting Jigsaw too. (Mr + Mrs D. 23/07/09)

We've had a lovely, relaxing stay.   Thank you for your warm hospitality. (Mr + Mrs B. 31/07/09)

A lovely place to stay.   Feels just like home. (Mr W. 3/08/09)

Many thanks for looking after us so well. (Mr + Mrs W. 5/08/09)

Splendid!   What an excellent time we have spent in your beautiful home.   Thank you so much for the wonderful meals, superb level of care and a relaxed husband! (Mrs G. 9/08/09)

You absolutely serve the best breakfast in the world!   Loved the weekend.   I'll be back.   (Mrs P. 9/08/09)

Absolutely fantastic.   Food was great and you are both lovely people.Thank you for such a great first time experience of being in a bed and breakfast. (Miss L. + Miss L. 12/08/09)

We have travelled the world - 5 star hotels don't come up to the standard of John and Julie's home - outstanding.   We have been treated like family.   I can't say enough about the quality of service and love they have shown us. (Mr + Mrs D. 13/08/09)

Another wonderful stay that even impressed my dad.   Once again great food and excellent hospitality.   Thank you both for making our time in the North special. (Mr + Mrs A. 16/08/09) 

Thank you for making us so welcome.   The food was outstanding and the walks beautiful. (Mr + Mrs H. 27/08/09)

A little gem in the forest.   Many thanks for making a good weekend even better, with your friendliness, hospitality, attention to detail and fabulous food.   Looking forward to the next time. (Mr + Mrs C. and Mrs W. 6/09/09)

Thank you for making our stay restful and enjoyable.   Your hospitality is excellent, the food and your company outstanding.   It has been like staying with friends. (Mr + Mrs W. 8/09/09)

A fantastic stay - great breakfasts and cake.   A wonderful couple - very helpful.   Thank you.   We have stayed in some excellent B and B's in the past and thought they could never be bettered, but yours has - by miles! (Mr + Mrs Q. 19/09/09)

Really enjoyed our stay.   A delightful couple - very friendly.   Made us feel very welcome.   Thank you. (Mr + Mrs S. 19/09/09)

Outstanding!   No request is too great or too small and as for the legendary breakfasts.......Many thanks. (Mr C and Mr + Mrs M)