A beautiful home filled with antiques, paintings and original features. The red room is stunning, breakfast is served here. Just about right choice of breakfasts and freshly cooked to order. When I first walked into our room I was wowed! Upon a closer look, needs a little tlc. Bed was comfortable and plenty of storage too. Lovely to have a sofa too. The room looked exactly as advertised. The bathroom is a great size, towels lovely. The hosts were very informative about the area and we took advice on going to a Bradgate park- an absolutely beautiful place- can't believe how close we got to the deer!

The room we stayed in needs a little tlc. The sash windows on the right of the bay were held up by a piece of wood. There was dust on skirting boards on left side of bay. There is an artificial flower display on dressing table that has seen better days too

First of all, the location is great regarding that there are few options that much near to the main city center. It is just a few minutes walk (4-5 minutes) to the Market Square. And also just across the property, there is a bus stop for public transportation. Uber is also available for reasonable prices. The property itself is like a museum with all those antiques and paintings, it is so gorgeous! The owners of the property are so kind and always willing to help. The breakfast is great, and the dining room is more great :) The room was really big and comfy. There was plenty of space to use. They tidied the room every day, and took care of the needs. The room was cold for me in the first hours, and they immediately took care of it, by providing me a portable heater. I used it when I needed warmth.

The furniture is a little bit old as it is an antique style of a stay. But it didn’t bother me too much, because i used the the other empty bed for my clothes and staff :)

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Holywell House in Loughborough and couldn’t have been more impressed. From the moment I arrived, I was made to feel incredibly welcome. The property is beautifully maintained, combining classic charm with modern comfort. The room was spotless, spacious, and well-appointed, with thoughtful touches that made the stay extra special. The bed was comfortable, and I had a great night’s sleep. The location is also excellent, quiet yet conveniently close to the town centre. The hosts were warm, friendly, and attentive without being intrusive. It’s clear they take great pride in offering a high standard of hospitality. Overall, Holywell House is a hidden gem in Loughborough. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area, whether for business or leisure.

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In all honesty, everything. This place harks back to a time when people genuinely cared about hospitality and having ‘guests’ instead of the anonymous and impersonal worlds of hotels and Airbnb’s we find ourselves in now. They couldn’t do enough to make you feel welcome and wanted. The guesthouse itself is a real personality made flesh of the hosts and is wonderful for it. The rooms are exactly what you need. The breakfast is excellent. The care and attention to detail made we want to move in full time! I can’t say for bough good things about Holywell House. To fully encapsulate… I broke a bench in the garden, by mistake obviously, and instead of frustration there was a legitimate concern for my wellbeing before any other consideration. If you have the chance to stay, do so, you won’t regret it.

Holywell House is a large property with plenty of room, quirky Victoriana decor and lots of interesting artifacts. The car park was a real bonus in the middle of the town. There is also a ramp to the entrance, making it easy for access to all. The owners have made it very comfortable. We had a ground floor access room with a wet room. Although we did not require access , it is great that this facility is available. Lez and Derek were welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. The breakfast was very good with lots of choice and variety, including porridge and Scottish kippers. Altogether, just right for our stay.

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The close proximity to the Great Central Railway. It is just 5 mins from Loughborough Town centre so you are not short of amenities or things to do. In some places I have visited you can tell that the proprietor does not care about their guests as the room will be either freezing cold or the heating will be rather limited. At the Holywell House you can tell that the traveller/guest is the most important person as the heating comes on about 5.30 in the morning and it would still be on at 9.00am when I went out for the day. When I came back in the early evening, you could feel the warmth in the rooms as the heating must have been on for a couple of hours to make my stay comfortable.

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Excellent hosts with useful tips about Loughborough amenities in room info. Free car park and fast wifi on site. Location very close to town centre. Lovely ambience in public areas such as lobbies and dining area due to extensive furnishing with antiques (especially numerous working clocks)

Dining room and breakfast were magnificent but a lightly soiled napkin was supplied for breakfast which might better have been provided properly washed. The bedroom was on the cool side (but it was near the roof in the depths of January ! ) Bathroom was not ensuite but I booked knowing this, so whilst not a problem for me, it might be for others having to don clothes between the rooms and transporting towels etc

Very plush, manor house style furnishings, interesting photos and antiques. The owner carried my case up the stairs when I arrived, a nice touch. Room and bed cosy and comfortable. Quiet, no noise from others (but a bit of road noise). Tea making and TV all good (though you need an account to access Netflix etc). Very clean. The dining room for breakfast was beautiful, very grand! Breakfast was exceptional - huge choice (even a menu!) and very well cooked. The owner wore a suit and white gloves to serve me! Free parking at the back. A nice park opposite and just 10 mins walk to town.

The bathroom is outside the room (top floor), although not shared and well equipped. It was very hot in the room, couldn't turn heating down on radiator. On a minor road so didn't want windows open. An aroma plug made the room smell strongly, I only found it the next morning. I was the only one at breakfast but it was hard to get the owner to talk, which would have been nice, as they seem an interesting couple who run it, and I would have liked tips on where to go in LBoro/ surrounds - maybe having an off day. I was also moved from the big dining table to a window table looking onto the road, as it was set up for one person. I was early and no one else came in while I was there so I think I should have had a choice of seating.

On site parking is very convenient . The interior decor and furnishings are very grand but at the same time , very comfortable and homely . My room was spacious , comfortable , clean , and had everything I could have needed . Breakfast was lovely , served very quickly in a grand dining room . Overall a great stay in a stylish , very well run establishment , with an attentive host . I wouldn't hesitate to stay again .

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Wonderful experience - immaculately, beautifully decorated, audaciously designed by the owners. Must’ve been years of antique buying! Our bedroom was large, comfortable and contained an actual throne; the large en suite included a bust of Mozart to keep you company. And despite all of the antiques and artworks everywhere you looked, the place was spotlessly clean. One of the owners served breakfast in full butler uniform, including white felt gloves!

Just our taste: more vegetables alongside the lovely sausage and bacon at breakfast would have been perfect.