
Melmerby Hall & Stag Cottage offers two exceptional Grade II listed properties sleeping 24 guests across 12 bedrooms in the Eden Valley, Cumbria. This remarkable pairing combines a grand manor house with a 17th-century sandstone cottage, perfect for multi-generational gatherings and milestone celebrations. Both properties hold 5* Gold Awards and sit within 25 acres of private grounds featuring woodland walks, an archery lawn, walled vegetable gardens and a Victorian castle folly.
The Eden Valley location provides easy access to the Lake District and North Pennines.
Melmerby Hall & Stag Cottage offers two exceptional Grade II listed properties sleeping 24 guests across 12 bedrooms in the Eden Valley, Cumbria. This remarkable pairing combines a grand manor house with a 17th-century sandstone cottage, perfect for multi-generational gatherings and milestone celebrations. Both properties hold 5* Gold Awards and sit within 25 acres of private grounds featuring woodland walks, an archery lawn, walled vegetable gardens and a Victorian castle folly.
The Eden Valley location provides easy access to the Lake District and North Pennines. Rolling countryside surrounds the estate, with the village of Melmerby just one mile away.
Melmerby Hall sleeps 18 in nine themed bedrooms including the Master Bedroom with 6' bed and roll-top bath and the Regency Room with antique four-poster. The house features a billiards room with full-size table, library with open fire and large dining room for group meals. Stag Cottage sleeps six in three bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. Both properties connect via lockable soundproof doors. The kitchen includes an Aga, two American-style fridge freezers and two dishwashers. A hot tub and two EV chargers complete the facilities.
Ullswater Lake lies 8 miles away (20 minutes), whilst Long Meg stone circle sits 2 miles distant (6 minutes). Lowther Castle is 10 miles away (18 minutes) and Hadrian's Wall reaches 15 miles (25 minutes). The Theatre by the Lake in Keswick offers evening entertainment 20 miles away (35 minutes).
Melmerby Hall & Stag Cottage delivers an unforgettable setting for large groups wanting space, history and outdoor activities. Book now for celebrations that need proper room to breathe.
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Explore woodland walks, archery lawn, walled gardens and Victorian folly across the expansive estate perfect for group activities and outdoor games.
Tournament-standard billiards table provides hours of entertainment whilst the library and drawing room offer quieter spaces for relaxation.
Twelve en-suite bedrooms across both properties mean everyone gets their own space whilst staying together for special occasions.
Lockable soundproof doors between hall and cottage let families stay connected or separate, offering flexibility for different group dynamics.
Thoughtful welcome provisions and starter packs mean you can settle in immediately without rushing to shops after arrival.
Modern amenities including outdoor hot tub and two electric vehicle charging points combine perfectly with the historical setting.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Melmerby Hall & Stag Cottage by car, take the M6 to Junction 40 and follow the A66 towards Brough. Turn onto the A686 towards Alston and follow signs to Melmerby village. The properties sit just outside the village with ample on-site parking and two EV charging points.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Penrith, approximately 9 miles away. From there, a taxi journey takes around 20 minutes through the scenic Eden Valley to reach the estate.
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