Archive for the ‘County Durham’ Category

Description:

Set in the conservation village of Wolsingham – acknowledged as the gateway to Weardale – this contemporary cottage (centre building first floor) is ideally located for exploring the glorious fells and forests of County Durham. Beautifully decorated and stylishly furnished with its main living area and bedrooms on the first floor Church View is a wonderful place to return to at the end of a day’s exploring. The village has a good range of small shops cafes and pubs serving food and just 17 miles away lies the historic cathedral city of Durham whilst cosmopolitan Newcastle with its excellent shopping great architecture and lively nightlife is only 24 miles’ drive. The Beamish Living History Museum Barnard Castle and Killhope Lead Mining Museum are among the fascinating visitor attractions nearby. Pub and shop within 300 yards.

Hall. Utility room. First floor: Open plan sitting room with dining and kitchen areas. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Features:

Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Short Break • Romantic Break • Pet Friendly

Weekly Price GBP: 296 – 572

Sleeps: 4

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Peacefully set amid the rolling countryside of a 200 acre sheep farm this collection of cottages converted from the old farm’s stables. Bakery and Dairy have their own individual character and retain many of their original features. The tranquil location makes this the perfect place to relax and unwind while the many foot paths and cycle routes are an excellent way to enjoy the surrounding countryside and views. Situated on the Durham/ Northumberland border Derwent Grange is ideally located for exploring the many attractions both counties have to offer. The historic city of Durham with its magnificent cathedral and river boat trips and the market town of Barnard Castle with its 12th century castle; and Medieval Raby Castle are all just a short drive away. The award winning Beamish Open Air Museum is just 13 miles away and is well worth a visit. Newcastle and Gateshead offer an array of museums and art galleries along with excellent shopping and are only 18 miles away. The breathtaking scenery of the Northumberland National Park is within an half an hours’ drive as is Hadrians Wall. A little further a field are Alnwick Castle and Gardens while the castles and gloriously unspoilt coastline of Northumberland are around an hours’ drive. Shop and pub serving food 1 mile.

Sitting room with wood burning stove sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only) and dining and kitchen areas. Double bedroom. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Features:

Non Smoking • Open Fire • Short Break • Easy Walking Access

Weekly Price GBP: 220 – 416

Sleeps: 2

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Description:

Peacefully set amid the rolling countryside of a 200 acre sheep farm this collection of cottages converted from the old farm’s stables. Bakery and Dairy have their own individual character and retain many of their original features. The tranquil location makes this the perfect place to relax and unwind while the many foot paths and cycle routes are an excellent way to enjoy the surrounding countryside and views. Situated on the Durham/ Northumberland border Derwent Grange is ideally located for exploring the many attractions both counties have to offer. The historic city of Durham with its magnificent cathedral and river boat trips and the market town of Barnard Castle with its 12th century castle; and Medieval Raby Castle are all just a short drive away. The award winning Beamish Open Air Museum is just 13 miles away and is well worth a visit. Newcastle and Gateshead offer an array of museums and art galleries along with excellent shopping and are only 18 miles away. The breathtaking scenery of the Northumberland National Park is within an half an hours’ drive as is Hadrians Wall. A little further a field are Alnwick Castle and Gardens while the castles and gloriously unspoilt coastline of Northumberland are around an hours’ drive. Shop and pub serving food 1 mile.

Sitting room with electric fire. Dining room. Small kitchen. Double bedroom with additional bunk beds (for + 2). Shower room/WC.

Features:

Non Smoking • Short Break

Weekly Price GBP: 220 – 416

Sleeps: 4

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Located in the small market town of Stanhope the gateway to Durham Dales this 200 year old detached cottage has been lovingly restored. Retaining character and charm with its inglenook fireplaces polished floorboard and stain glass. Stanhope has a good selection of pubs cafes and shops along with Durham Dales Centre and castle gardens. The Weardale Railway (seasonal) has a station in the town. This is an ideal location for walking cycling (on the Coast to Coast route) fishing and pony trekking. Kilhope Lead Mining Museum and Hamsterley Forest are all nearby. Durham is well worth a visit with its Norman Castle and Cathedral only half an hours drive while Hadrian’s wall is within 30 miles. Pub serving food 50 yards and shop within 300 yards.

Two bedrooms. Sitting room. Kitchen with range cooker and dining area. Sun porch. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin-bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Features:

Detached • Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Short Break • Romantic Break • Pet Friendly

Weekly Price GBP: 296 – 572

Sleeps: 4

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Set in the small Weardale village of Westgate surrounded by glorious walking country of unspoilt fells and dales in an area of outstanding natural beauty this cosy cottage is ideally located for enjoying a great array of attractions. Cracket Cottage itself simply oozes character and charm its beamed interior retaining many period features whilst its courtyard garden is perfect for relaxing and taking in the lovely countryside views. Kilhope Lead Mining Museum Weardale Railway (seasonal) and pony trekking in Hamsterley Forest are all nearby and Durham (16 miles) is well worth a visit for its Norman castle cathedral and river boat trips. Within a 30 mile drive visitors can enjoy stunning views whilst exploring Hadrian’s Wall and its Roman forts. Fishing is found locally. Shop and pub serving food under 100 yards.

Sitting/dining room with open fire and rugs on stone floor. Kitchen. First floor: Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Double bedroom. Second floor: Spacious twin bedded room.

Features:

Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Weekly Price GBP: 296 – 572

Sleeps: 4

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Description:

Boasting magnificent views in an area of outstanding natural beauty between the North Pennines and the Yorkshire Dales this charming conversion of a 300 year old barn is full of character with exposed beams and stone floors. Adjoining the owners’ home on a farm where visitors can help feed animals as well as buy farm produce it sits beside the Pennine Way – ideal for walkers of all abilities. Bowes village with its castle and pub serving food is just ½ mile the market town of Barnard Castle with a good selection of shops (5 miles) and Raby Castle Bowes Museum High Force waterfalls are all within easy reach.

Sitting room with well equipped kitchen area. Dining room. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room with additional bed (for + child). Bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle.

Features:

Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Short Break

Weekly Price GBP: 322 – 620

Sleeps: 5

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Surrounded by peaceful countryside yet only 15 minutes from Durham city this converted barn is finished to a good standard with spacious interiors and two ensuite bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen. Set on a 450 acre working farm with footpaths and cycle ways the cottage has its own private enclosed garden and boasts wonderful countryside views. The village of Brancepeth is only half a mile away with championship golf course and Medieval castle. Durham city has a timeless quality with rowing on the Wear and riverside walks cobbled streets with boutiques and cafes alongside the dramatic cathedral and castle. Within half an hours drive you can explore the city of Newcastle Beamish Open Air Museum or enjoy exploring the Durham Dales. Shop and pub serving food 2 miles.

Open plan sitting room with electric ‘wood burner effect’ fire dining and kitchen areas. Double bedroom with zip and link bed (twins by arr) with ensuite bathroom/WC with double shower cubicle Twin bedded room with zip and link beds (double by arr) with ensuite shower room/WC.

Features:

Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Short Break • Ultimate • Easy Walking Access

Weekly Price GBP: 322 – 620

Sleeps: 4

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Commanding uninterrupted views across unspoilt Weardale countryside in an area of outstanding natural beauty this substantial farmhouse is ideal for family gatherings and larger parties. Built in 1726 and recently renovated to high standards it features a spacious farmhouse kitchen as well as exposed beams and original stone interior walls. Boasting its own enclosed garden it sits beside the owners’ home on a working farm where visitors can explore the local footpaths and the surrounding glorious walking country whilst just 1 mile away is the delightful Dales village of Wolsingham with its cafes pubs and shops. Pony trekking is available in nearby Hamsterley Forest and a nostalgic steam train ride on the Weardale Railway offers an ideal way to enjoy the local landscape (in season). The historic city of Durham only 17 miles away is well worth visiting for its Norman castle magnificent cathedral and river boat trips whilst in happy contrast cosmopolitan Newcastle for excellent shopping and fascinating architecture is a 24 mile drive. Beamish Living History Museum Barnard Castle and Kilhope Lead Mining Centre are among the attractions close by and Hadrian’s Wall with its Roman forts and spectacular views of the Northumberland moors is within an hour’s drive. Shops and pubs serving food 1 mile.

Hall. Sitting room with wood burner and doors to garden. Well equipped kitchen with dining area. Utility room. Twin bedded room. Two steps to bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle. Step up to double bedroom. First floor: Double bedroom with single bed and ensuite shower room/WC. Two double bedrooms. Bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle.

Features:

Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access

Weekly Price GBP: 810 – 1874

Sleeps: 14

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Set in the North Pennines in an area of outstanding natural beauty and enjoying panoramic views over Weardale this idyllic cottage is the perfect place in which to both relax and explore the region’s many attractions. Tastefully renovated whilst retaining lovely period features including beamed ceilings and two inglenook fireplaces it also boasts a delightful patio and garden making the most of the glorious views. Great walks start at the door and pony trekking fishing and cycling are available locally. A five minute stroll leads to the shops and pub serving food in the small village of Westgate and the market town of Stanhope (6 miles) also boasts the Dales Centre cafes and shops. The historic city of Durham Beamish living history Museum Hadrian’s Wall and the Lake District are all under an hour’s drive.

Sitting room with wood burning stove. Well equipped kitchen with dining and sitting area with open fire in inglenook. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Features:

Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Weekly Price GBP: 304 – 572

Sleeps: 5

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Description:

Surrounded by the open and unspoilt countryside of Weardale an area of outstanding natural beauty this cosy studio style cottage (shown first floor right of photograph) boasts wonderful far reaching rural views and superb walking from the doorstep. Recently converted from a barn adjoining the owners’ home it lies within easy reach of this lovely area’s myriad delights. Pony trekking in Hamsterley Forest nostalgic trips on Weardale Railway (seasonal) and Kilhope Lead Mining Museum are all nearby whilst the Beamish open air Museum Newcastle’s city pleasures and the glories of the Lake District are all under an hour’s drive. Hadrian’s Wall with its Roman forts and the cathedral city of Durham are within 30 miles. Stanhope offers a selection of shops and a good visitors’ centre (4 miles) and there is a country pub 1½ miles away.

Studio style accommodation. Steps upto entrance. Hall. Open plan sitting room with double bed sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only) well equipped kitchen and dining areas. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Features:

Non Smoking • Short Break • Romantic Break • Pet Friendly

Weekly Price GBP: 220 – 416

Sleeps: 2

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