The Fleece at Ruleholme

Hotels
9.5 (58 reviews)
The Fleece at Ruleholme Irthington , Carlisle , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Clean hotel
Delicious food
Cons:
Food closes early

Categories

Cleanliness
9.5
The hotel was clean and new.
Service
10
Staff were great and friendly.
Location
9.5
Not explicitly mentioned, but standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
9.5
Very smart and lovely atmosphere.
Amenities
9.5
Specific amenities not mentioned, but standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.5
Specific sentiment not mentioned, but standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Food closes a little early, but was delicious.
Overall Experience
10
Overall enjoyment from the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-02-03 21:22

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in a stay at The Fleece at Ruleholme, where comfort meets elegance. Each air-conditioned room is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a relaxing retreat.

Culinary Delights
Savor a delightful dining experience at our on-site restaurant offering a range of delectable dishes. Enjoy a drink at the bar or start your day with a delicious breakfast selection.

Convenient Location
Located near popular attractions like Thirlwall Castle and Housesteads Roman Fort, our hotel provides easy access to explore the area. Plus, with free WiFi and 24-hour room service, your stay is bound to be seamless.

Book now for a memorable stay at The Fleece at Ruleholme.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 58 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.5
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 10
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Karen Sawbridge • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Vivienne • couple • gb
6
Ok
Pros:

Location we wanted. Stayed before.

Cons:

Our room had a sewer smell. Mentioned to staff told they have tried to resolve but happens when it rains. Hotel quiet so not sure why we were put in this room.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Duncan • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Location

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
G
Glenda • couple • gb
10
Lovely hotel, food was exceptional
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • gb
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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stephanie • family_with_children • de
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
9
Cool and comfortable stay
Pros:

Air con
Comfy bed
Great shower
Food excellent
Lovely staff

Cons:

Would love some outside tables near the restaurant/bar area

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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JBPan • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent stay, great staff and really comfortable rooms. Highly recommended!
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent, they even have designer pork sausages and locally sourced bacon.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

We have been here a few times for a meal , first time staying here and we will be back

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Vera • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
8
Very enjoyable relaxing stay.
Pros:

Evening meal and breakfast were excellent.
Room good with nice view. Cleanliness very good.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Margot • extended_group • nl
10
Een overnachting op doorreis in dit heerlijke hotel
Pros:

Mooie inrichting en een heerlijk bed en ruime kamer alles goed schoon

Cons:

-

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Sandra-Lee • family_with_children • gb
10
Beautiful stay!
Pros:

Bed was very comfortable, bathroom was spotless, parking right at the door, delicious breakfast

Cons:

Ask for 2 eggs!

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The room was clean and well appointed, and the dinner was very good.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • de
9
Kommen gerne wieder.
Pros:

Das Essen war hervorragend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Zimmer sehr sauber und gepflegt.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Enya • couple • gb
10
Comfy and staff extremely helpful
Pros:

All so clean and gorgeous

Cons:

It’s quite far from the city centre

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Swarnalatha • family_with_children • gb
10
Relaxing and comfortable stay for the whole family
Pros:

Loved the staff, the rooms were spacious and the beautiful terrace library on the top floor was a treat. We loved our stay and looking forward to coming back again sometime soon.

Cons:

The only aspect that would be a worth looking into a having a sign near the rounabouts and also the signane closer to the property to be lit as we ended up going through the back route as the SatNav doesn't take you through the main road.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

Wonderful building and finish generally

Cons:

Inexperienced untrained staff, poor quality food, broken shower fittings

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee