We've just returned from a three night stay at the Old Manse and having read the odd negative review would like to set the records straight regarding this accommodation. Our room (No.2) was warm,clean and tidy with a pleasant view of the snow-covered garden. Car parking facilities to the rear of the property were excellent and secure. Our host Valerie... More

We booked our two night break through a Groupon deal.On arrival at the hotel a pleasant young man showed us to our room which was very pleasant and comfortable.He then asked us when we would like to have our cream tea and left us to unpack and settle in to our new surroundings. We went to the dining room at... More

It was with great regret that my wife and I decided to cut our visit short because of weather conditions and the threat of icy roads. Our daughter booked the stay for us on Groupon and, from the moment of arrival, Val made us feel very welcome. The room was very comfortable and overlooked the picturesue, snow-covered garden. For breakfast... More

Warmly welcomed even though we arrived at lunchtime which is obviously a busy time which i understand. However we weren't informed about breakfast times or where the dining room or anything was. The room was comfy, warm & the bedding clean however it needed a good fettle, my coat fell on the floor & i had to really dust it... More

Stayed the first week of January and had a lovely 1 night break on the Groupon voucher. We were welcomed even though we arrived early and shown to a lovely room on the top floor. The afternoon tea was way above and beyond what we expected and meant we didn't need to go out for an evening meal really. The... More

Have just returned from a one night stay in the Old Manse in Pickering and wanted to say how wonderful it was. The owner, Valerie, is warm & very welcoming, Nothing was too much touble. The room was warm, quiet & had everything you could need. Loved the afternoon tea & the choice at breakfast was vast and delicious. Only... More

We have recently stayed as part of a Groupon deal for 2 nights we found the accommodation to be very warm and comfortable. The owner Val was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Our bed was very nice and comfy spotless bedding. The food we ate whilst there was very nice too. Plenty of choice. We will definitely... More

My wife and I have just returned from a one night stay using a Groupon vocher. Because this being a voucher stay, we expected to be put in a cupboard under the stairs. Don't you believe it. We had a beautiful room complete with four poster bed. The whole experiance was an absolute pleasure. The afternoon tea was something to... More

We have just returned from a 2 day break with a Groupon voucher and have had a most enjoyable stay. Very comfortable accommodation and warm hospitality. On the afternoon of our arrival we had a delicious afternoon tea and the breakfast choice each morning with cereals, fresh fruit salads and an extensive choice cooked to order was excellent. Our first... More