Grange Manor, located in Grange-over-Sands, is one of only six B&Bs or guesthouses in Cumbria to secure this prestigious accolade. The B&B opened earlier this year following a £750,000 redevelopment by owners Red Door Escapes. The eight bedrooms are named after some of the birds identified in the gardens (Image: Grange Manor) The Five Star accreditation is only awarded to guest accommodation that meets the highest standards of experience, from the greeting on arrival to food , furnishings, and fittings.
Grange Manor is set within two and a half acres of gardens and woodland on the outskirts of the popular Cumbrian coastal resort. VisitEngland described Grange Manor as comfortable and stylish, with excellent breakfasts delivered to the rooms. Five of Grange Manor’s eight luxury rooms have a private garden with a hot tub (Image: Grange Manor) Five Star VisitEngland accredited B&Bs are expected to anticipate individual guests' needs to create unique and memorable experiences.
They must have excellent interior design and furniture, a wide range of high-quality accessories in each room, and be surrounded by well-maintained, attractive gardens and grounds. Margaret Denby from Grange Manor said: "We are delighted to have received the Five Star accreditation from VisitEngland. Guests can relax in a hot tub surrounded by nature (Image: Grange Manor) "It is a rare accolade and one that we have worked hard to achieve.
"It’s a reflection on the efforts of the whole team at Grange Ma.