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Hesket House

Hesket House was built in 1780 and started life as "The Steam Packet Inn" the original hotel for the port at Fishers Cross, later named Port Carlisle, where such distinguished visitors as Woodrow Wilson have been a guest.

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The Grade II listed building has been a farm and family home since around the turn of the century, situated in an A.O.N.B conservation area and built actually on the site of the Hadrians Wall Vallum, with Roman altar stone built in to the front wall above the door, Hesket House is perfectly situated for guests who are walking or cycling the National Trail, bird/wildlife explorers or anyone just enjoying the breathtaking scenery of the beautiful Solway coastline.

The Lake District, historic Carlisle and the romance of Gretna Green are also close by. Spacious double, twin, family and single en-suite rooms are furnished to a high standard including TVand tea/coffee making facilities, providing luxurious surroundings with a warm family atmosphere. Hearty breakfasts using local produce and free range eggs are described by some as "the best on the wall".

Hesket House
Debs & David Hutton
Port Carlisle
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5BU

Telephone 016973 51876
Mobile 07900 335361

eMail stay@heskethouse.com

Website www.heskethouse.com

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