Sleeping up to 16 guests, this magnificent Georgian manor combines elegant period character with luxurious, sociable spaces designed for memorable group stays. Set within three acres of private gardens with sweeping countryside views, the house offers complete privacy while being perfectly placed for exploring Cumbria and the North Pennines.
Inside, grand proportions and beautifully considered interiors create an impressive setting for everything from relaxed family gatherings to special celebrations. There is a cosy lounge with an open fire and TV, an elegant Drawing Room with a grand fireplace and log burner, ideal for cocktails and conversation, a spectacular orangery bar, a bespoke handmade kitchen and a games room with pool table, board games and TV.
The house has a glamorous history too. Featured on Channel 4’s Renovation Nation during its remarkable restoration, it has since welcomed an impressive roster of celebrity guests and was chosen by Mel C for her wedding celebrations, with the Spice Girls among those in attendance.
The beautiful orangery bar is a particular highlight, a light-filled space overlooking the gardens and perfectly suited to pre-dinner drinks and evening gatherings. With an ice machine and wine fridges, it has everything you need for relaxed entertaining.
The bespoke handmade kitchen is equally impressive, centred around an extraordinary four-metre marble countertop with plenty of space and equipment for cooking for a large group. Gather around the huge dining table overlooking the gardens for long, leisurely meals, or arrange a private chef for a special occasion.
When it’s time to relax, the characterful lounge offers a cosy retreat around the open fire, while the elegant Drawing Room provides a more glamorous setting for drinks and conversation. The games room adds another sociable space, with pool, board games and TV.
Upstairs, six individually designed bedrooms offer a luxurious place to retreat at the end of the day. Each features a luxury Hypnos mattress, wool topper, beautiful views, an en-suite shower room and radio.
The bedrooms include a super-king-size room with a deep copper bath, a king-size bedroom with its own balcony and outdoor bath, a sultry king-size with a roll-top tub, a cosy twin suite, a fun-filled dormitory with three bunks sleeping six, and a beautifully styled downstairs king-size room.
Outside, the three acres of private gardens provide plenty of space to relax, dine and enjoy time together. Soak in the four-person roll-top copper Jacuzzi, fire up the BBQ, gather around the fire pit or make pizzas in the outdoor pizza oven. Garden sofas provide the perfect spot for morning coffee, afternoon drinks or settling in beneath the stars.
Despite its peaceful rural setting, the house is ideally located for exploring the area. Cold Fell is just 6.5 miles away, while RSPB Geltsdale is 6 miles away and offers the chance to spot black grouse and short-eared owls. Hadrian’s Wall is around 11 miles away, with Thirlwall Castle and Housesteads Roman Fort both within a 22-mile drive. Carlisle, Cumbria’s capital, is just 9 miles away, with a growing arts scene, bars and restaurants, while the welcoming pub in Castle Carrock village is only 500 metres from the house.
With its exceptional entertaining spaces, luxurious bedrooms, private gardens and celebrity-favoured history, this is a truly special country retreat for groups looking to celebrate, relax and explore Cumbria together.