About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Old Posting House in Cockermouth offers four-star inn accommodations with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, work desks, and seating areas. Each room includes a shower and TV, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy free WiFi, and dine at the on-site restaurant and bar. The property provides free private parking and menus for special diets, catering to diverse needs. Prime Location: Located 138 km from Newcastle International Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Buttermere (22 km), Derwentwater Lake (28 km), and Whinlatter Forest Park (15 km). Activities like cycling are available, and the host and room comfort receive high ratings from guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We like how friendly the host was and the room was beautiful
  • Agnes
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had the most lovely two night stay. The Old Posting House has such a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. Terry and Nicola made us feel very welcome from the minute go. The food was excellent, both dinner and breakfast. Our room was lovely , bed...
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was like home from home, the hosts were so friendly, the room was spotless, beds were so comfortable with lovely bedding. Clean towels and toiletries. Fresh drinking water, tea, coffee, sugar and biscuits. Tv. The full english breakfast was...
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely, friendly staff. Amazing food (best food we’ve had for ages!!). Room was nice m, comfortable and clean.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely room, big shower, easy entry even when the pub is shut. Lovely breakfast
  • Glennis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly and wecoming, good food. They checked in advance that we wanted dinner on arrival evening, which was great.
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beds were comfortable and room was Very clean. Hosts were warm and friendly. Bedroom windows that open fully to let air in was amazing.
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The food was amazing, the owners very friendly. The room was spotless and very comfortable. Everything you needed was supplied in the room. Will definitely be back.
  • Keeley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were super friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious. Bed comfortable and room spacious.
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully converted Old Posthouse. Very nice and spacious double bed room (I think it might have been the 'King Room') with a highly useful long shelf / desk, allowing one to unpack ones important things, and easily find them, rather than the...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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