Business Details
Historic Georgian Hotel in Cockermouth
Established in 1847 as a family home, The Manor House Hotel is a Grade II listed Georgian-style property offering elegant accommodation in Cockermouth. Our historic building retains period features such as wood-panelled spiral staircases and ornate cornices, while providing modern amenities including complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and luxury bathroom products. Located in the heart of William Wordsworth's birthplace, we offer easy access to the Lake District National Park and maintain a reputation for exceptional hospitality.With 175 years of continuous operation, our team combines traditional service standards with contemporary comforts. We provide secure bicycle storage, free parking, and individually designed rooms across two floors, ensuring a unique experience for each guest.
Services
Accommodation
Breakfast Service
Bar Facilities
Bicycle Storage
Event Hire
Highlights and features
- We offer 175 years of hospitality experience in a historic Grade II listed building
- Our rooms combine period features with modern amenities like free high-speed Wi-Fi
- We provide secure bicycle storage and free parking for guests
- Our central location offers easy access to Lake District attractions
- We serve locally-sourced breakfasts in our historic dining room
What people say
Lovely staff
Delicious food
Great position
Spotlessly clean
Very comfortable
Services
Accommodation
We offer 17 individually designed rooms across two floors, each featuring unique period characteristics combined with modern amenities. All rooms include complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, luxury toiletries, and tea/coffee facilities. Our historic building maintains original features like wooden beams and ornate cornices while providing contemporary comforts for discerning guests.
Breakfast Service
Our breakfast service provides freshly prepared meals using local ingredients in our historic dining room. Options include full English breakfasts and lighter choices, served between 7:00-9:00 on weekdays and 8:30-10:00 on weekends. Dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notification to ensure all guests enjoy a satisfying start to their day.
Bar Facilities
Lounge 1847 offers a selection of draught and bottled beers, wines, spirits, and cocktails in a historic setting. The bar operates daily with last orders at 22:00 on weekdays and closes on Sundays. Our licensed premises maintains a relaxed atmosphere with background music, complementing the building's original Georgian character.
Bicycle Storage
We provide secure outdoor bicycle storage with weather protection for guests exploring the Lake District. The facility includes covered areas to protect cycles from Cumbrian weather, making it ideal for touring cyclists visiting the region's scenic routes and trails.
Event Hire
Our Breakfast Room and Lounge 1847 are available for private events, offering historic ambiance for meetings and celebrations. The spaces include modern equipment like projectors and flip-charts alongside period features, with capacity for up to eight guests in our breakfast room for exclusive bookings.
Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 15:00 to 21:00, with check-out required by 10:30. Special arrangements can be made with prior notice.
Does the hotel have parking facilities?
Yes, we offer free parking to the front of the hotel for guest vehicles.
Are there any accessibility considerations?
Due to the historic nature of our building, we don't have a lift. Bedrooms are located on the first and second floors.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be received two days prior to arrival to avoid a charge equivalent to the first night's accommodation.
Is breakfast included in room rates?
Breakfast is included in some room rates, while others are available on a room-only basis with breakfast available at additional cost.
Can the hotel accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for special dietary needs with prior notification to ensure appropriate meal preparation.
