We could bang on about how unique and generally fabulous we are. But then every guest house, hotel and B&B in the Lake District would tell you that.

So instead, we offer you a  review from June 2011, which tells you what we're about. It's on TripAdvisor if you can't believe we didn't write it ourselves.

"I booked this boutique place for a long bank holiday weekend away to celebrate my husband's birthday and we absolutely loved it.

On arrival we were welcomed by Steve who clearly loves his job. Not only is he a warm host but also a very happy to help with any questions.

We stayed in the 'The Fry' room where the decor is contemporary and a lot of natural light is available. To our surprise the room is much bigger than it appears on the webpage. The bed was super comfy for three great nights of sleep.

The breakfast is opulent and varied - you can choose between 3-4 different fry-ups next to cereals, fresh fruits, yoghurt and pastry. The ingredients are mainly local products and/or fair trade. The Boundary is linked to the spa of the Macdonald Old England Hotel in Bowness and we made full use of it.

We booked treatments in advance and enjoyed a very relaxing morning at the pool, in the sauna, steam room and the gym.

The location on the hotel is convenient; you can easily walk to the town centre of Windermere or to Bowness, where plenty of eating possibilities are available. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Boundary and would recommend it anytime to any of our friends or family members."

Gaby Eddolls

Thanks Gaby!

When we gutted and refurbished our lovely Lakeland house, we were determined that without being "greener than thou" about it, we would take the chance to be as eco-friendly as possible; we have fitted solar panels to assist with heating the hot water for our big baths and drenching showers, and natural lambswool insulation and reclaimed oak floorboards.

We get our power from Ecotricity, which means  half the electricity we use is from renewable sources, and 40 pence in every pound we pay them is also reinvested in renewable energy sources.

Toiletries include organic soap and bath salts from Mother Earth of Grasmere. Our bacon, black pudding, pancetta and gluten-free sausage come from the legendary Peter Gott's Sillfield Farm (see link page), on the Lancashire/Cumbria border. The fresh-as-can-be free-range eggs are from Bannerigg Farm, Windermere.

The good folk at Fairground, in nearby Stavely, supply our Fair Trade tea, coffee and hot chocolate. In addition, we are usually on hand, with sage advice, a gratuitous quip, or a bucket of ice, to show you we care! Enjoy your stay.