Moresby Hall Farm - Owls Retreat
Cumberland
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Owls Retreat is a barn conversion on the Moresby Hall Farm estate, a few miles inland from the Cumberland coast. What awaits through the door is a practical layout: ground floor holds two bedrooms—one with a double bed, the other with zip-and-link beds that split into twins or join as a super-king, plus a pull-out single for a child—and a bathroom with bath and shower. Climb to the first floor and you'll find an open-plan kitchen and dining room flowing into a sitting room, where a 32-inch TV and DVD player are on hand for quieter evenings.
The kitchen has what you need to cook properly: electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge and freezer. Bed linen and towels come as standard; heating is gas-fired. Parking for two cars sits on the property. The barn stands within a small hamlet of converted holiday cottages, a setting that feels removed but connected—Parton beach and its railway station lie three-quarters of a mile away, Rosehill Theatre half a mile, and Whitehaven's full range of restaurants, bars and shops sits about two and a half miles down the road. The Beacon Museum and the Rum Story are both in town if bad weather arrives. No smoking is permitted inside.
Sleeps & rooms
What's on offer
Check-in & check-out
Arrive after 16:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
The owners were amazing and very attentive. Harley the dog was also hugely welcoming, especially at meal times! We didn't visit the local town, so I can't comment fully on the location, but the Hall seemed quite remote, i.e. not overly "touristy". Our room was huge and was great value; the same could be said about the food, sizeable portions and superb quality.
3 months ago · via Google
The cottage is extremely dated, paint is peeling, the kitchen and bathroom are extremeky tired snd old. There's a smell of damp upon entry. There is no pint of milk, or starter pack of tea or coffee. Window handles are broken. A truly disappointing level of substandard of accommodation.
3 months ago · via Google
A treat from my friends for my 60th birthday. We arrived at Moresby Hall, through a very small gateway, on a bleak day. As we entered the Hall we were greated by a beautiful fireplace with comfortable couches and a lovely lady at the desk. She showed us to our room up a very grand staircase and told us we had booked the smallest room in the Hall so they had upgraded us. The room was huge with a large 4 poster bed, chairs and small table, large wardrobe, tv, dressing table and coffee station. There were biscuits, tea and coffee, hot chocolate, plenty of milk and decent sized mugs. The bathroom was clean and the shower was all singing and dancing. There were complimentary toiletries and a shower cap. Breakfast was delicious and they catered for my gluten free diet. The ladies serving were very friendly and informative and Harley the dog was cute. The Hall is stunning inside and is full of history. It looks quite unloved on a grey day but when the sun shines it brings out the stunning building that it is. We were also given a bottle of prosecco for my birthday on our departure.
4 months ago · via Google
Stayed overnight whilst visiting family in the area Had a double room on top floor with lovely views of sea Very spacious, clean and quiet Comfortable beds - even with spa shower and in set tv in bathroom ! Lovely breakfast- well looked after by one of the owners of this historic building Yes - it’s quirky and old but rooms were warm and comfortable Will definitely use it again
8 months ago · via Google
Guests mention this hotel features stunning period rooms with a mix of modern and historical elements, and offers delicious, hearty food with sizeable portions. They also highlight the friendly, professional, and attentive staff, who are very welcoming and helpful. Visitors appreciate the comfortable, clean rooms, the dog-friendly environment, and the convenient on-site EV chargers.
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