Castle Espie, Comber, Newtownards , Comber, BT23 6EA, United Kingdom
#2 of 6 hotels in Comber
Guests' ChoiceBased on 433 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 10 June 2024
Trevor
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing!
The breakfast was perfect! It was easy to find and exactly as described.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Gordon
United KingdomNo cups to make tea in the room. All other equipment there. Counter space to make tea at night very limited. Clean mugs arrived for the last night.
Nice welcome. Very comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Home grown rhubarb a triumph. And scones delicious.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Caroline
United KingdomBreakfast was fantastic. Great home baking and plenty to eat. Loved the home grown rhubarb.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Julia
United KingdomWelcoming, clean, best breakfast ever, Terry and his wife were super helpful, recommended restaurants and both so very cheerful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Thomas
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike, we had a very pleasant 2 night stay at The Old School house Inn.
It is situated in a quiet, rural area yet only a few miles from Comber where there are good restaurants for an evening meal. The accommodation is clean and comfortable with an excellent breakfast served each morning. Terry is a very hospitable host.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Christopher
United KingdomNothing
Great breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Alan
United KingdomNothing really
Homely, comfortable, friendly, great gastro pub down the road, great hosts. What’s not to love. Oh and the breakfast was superb.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Helen
IrelandComfortable bedrooms Wonderful restaurant in next town
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Amanda2563
United KingdomI like it all and I highly recommend
Beautiful room , well designed with all amenities.....nothing beats an Ulster breakfast 😁. The hosts were very helpful and lovely .....it was a pleasure to stay here very relaxing
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Patricia
United Kingdomnothing
Breakfast was excellent. Owners very friendly
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Torben
GermanyThe accommodation was very well maintained. The beds were comfortable. We really liked the school look of the exterior facade.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Duncan
United KingdomLocation. Friendliness of owners.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Jessicia
United StatesWe enjoyed our stay very much at the Inn. Terry and his wife were so hospitable and fabulous to visit with. The location was perfect for us but we did have a car… the beds were very comfortable and the our stay was absolutely lovely! Would definitely recommend and will hopefully get to visit again!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
David
United KingdomThe bed could have been more comfortable for me.
The breakfasts were fabulous.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Ponty
United KingdomNothing of note.
This was our second visit and hosts Avril & Terry greeted us warmly. It was a totally relaxing and enjoyable experience and the breakfast was exceptional.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Michael
AustraliaTerrific breakfast Rooms were quite spacious with good sized shower/bath
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Warke
United KingdomDoesn't apply. We were satisfied with everything
Loved everything especially the homemade scones at breakfast time. They were delicious. The owners Terry & Avril were very welcoming & Avril told us about a lovely walk nearby. We intend to go back again
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Nicholas
United KingdomExternal appearance could have been a little better but this was made up for by the overall experience
The breakfast was outstanding. I had a rhubarb starter with granola and natural yoghurt which was lovely followed by a cooked breakfast with several different and very tasty items on the plate, cooked to perfection.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Peter
United KingdomVery homely
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Stephen
United KingdomNothing.
Good location and well appointed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Aoife
IrelandExcellent breakfast, friendly welcome and a lovely peaceful location. Had a great stay and would strongly recommend.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Alan
United KingdomShower pressure could be better
Fabulous Hosts and pointed out some great restaurants and places to visit
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Eoin
United KingdomLovely couple who'd do anything for you
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
John
United KingdomBreakfast super
Stayed in April 2024
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