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Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Saint John's Chapel, Bishop Auckland, England
  • Weardale Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • North Pennines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • High Force
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bishop Auckland

In Bishop Auckland .Stay at this Bishop Auckland vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Weardale Museum and 6 miles (10 km) of North Pennines. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and High Force.

What's nearby

  • Weardale Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Pennines - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 12 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • High Force - 16 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Hamsterley Forest - 32 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • Haydon Bridge Station - 29 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Bell Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chatterbox Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Hemmel Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rookhope Inn - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway

Weardale Cottage is situated in the North Pennines, an area of outstanding natural beauty, in the charming vilage of Saint John's Chapel. It is fully centrally heated and has a cosy sitting room with log burner, ideal to relax in front of after a walk in the countryside in Upper Weardale. It also has a gorgeous kitchen diner with a large dining table. The two large double bedrooms both have king size beds and are very comfortable. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes a washing machine, dishwasher and tumble dryer. The village is served by two pubs, two tea shops and a local shop which provides all your daily needs. The cottage is ideally situated for High Force, the most spectacular waterfall in England. The walking is superb with the Weardale Way running through the village and the Pennine Way nearby as well as the newly opened footpath 'A Pennine Journey' which runs through the village. There are many towns to explore including Barnard Castle, Middleton in Teesdale and Alston, the highest market town in England. The area is a haven for wildlife with some of the most spectacular upland hay meadows in the country and the highest density of breeding wading birds in Europe as well as black grouse. Britain's best preserved lead mine is at Killhope which makes for a good day out. The rich mineral heritage of the area is reflected in the area's designation as a European Geopark. Allied to this is the close proximity of Hadrian's Wall, Durham and its magnificent Norman cathedral and the Lake District. The Weardale Museum is nearby. Cyclists will enjoy the fact the cottage is on the C2C cycle route but there are many gentle rides along the Wear which are less strenuous. The river Wear is an excellent fishing river for sea trout and there is even the Weardale Ski Club should you time your stay to coincide with snowfall! I am sure you will enjoy a wonderful stay.

Property manager

Martin and Fiona Pearman

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: do not let dogs on furniture

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Cosy Luxurious Cottage Spectacular Weardale Ideal Getaway House
Cosy Luxurious Cottage Spectacular Weardale Ideal Getaway
Cosy Luxurious Cottage Spectacular Weardale Ideal Getaway House
Cosy Luxurious Cottage Spectacular Weardale Ideal Getaway House

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.3 mi (55-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway to downtown Bishop Auckland?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi away from Stanhope.

Cosy and luxurious cottage in spectacular Weardale - ideal for a getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josephine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last minute stay booked

Absolutely brilliant and we needed somewhere to stay at the last minute. The owners were so helpful and it was all arranged by 10p.m the day before our arrival! The place was clean and very well appointed and in an ideal location for us to be near the rest of our family who live in Westgate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

June G., Bottesford

Liked: Cleanliness

Short break

Finished our weeks holiday up north perfectly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage in a great location

Well equipped, comfortable and clean. Really enjoyed our stay. Cottage has everything you need, good pub 2 doors down. Great location for local walks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage

Beautifully appointed cottage, the hosts had thought of everything, even a very thoughtful welcome pack. Would happily recommend and revisit!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage, fantastic location

Lovely little cottage - very clean and comfortable and everything you need. Owners were lovely and communication easy. Village was friendly and well placed for exploring the area. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

St John’s Chapel stay

The house was welcoming and very comfortable. We loved the real fire which was a delight at night and warmed the house in a crack. Walked some windy miles so it was nice to have decent tea upon coming back to the house and the washing machine was a god send.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good base for exploring Weardale

Well-equipped cosy cottage a few doors away from the Blue Bell pub and 5 minutes from open country in upper Weardale.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

wat een prachtige natuur!

een echt English Cottage met alle luxe die je wilt van nu.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019