The Barn Oakenshaw – Sleeps 6 | 3 En-Suite Bedrooms, Hot Tub & Countryside Retreat
Welcome to The Barn Oakenshaw, a beautifully converted stone farmhouse sleeping up to 6 guests across 3 traditional bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom.
Set within our peaceful private 6-acre estate near Durham, The Barn combines original character with stylish modern interiors. Exposed oak beams, wood floors and thoughtfully designed spaces create a warm and distinctive countryside retreat.
Perfect for families, couples, friends and multi-generational stays, The Barn offers plenty of space to spend time together while giving every bedroom the privacy of its own bathroom.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements – 3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
• Master bedroom – En-suite: Emperor bed (2.1m x 2.1m) – sleeps 2
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed – sleeps 2
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed – sleeps 2
Total: 3 traditional bedrooms | Sleeps up to 6 guests
The impressive master suite features our huge 7ft x 7ft Emperor bed, while all three bedrooms benefit from their own private en-suite facilities.
🏡 Living & Dining
The Barn has a fully equipped kitchen with conventional cooking facilities, giving you everything needed for breakfasts, family dinners or longer stays.
Spacious living and dining areas provide plenty of room for your group to gather, while the character of the original building is complemented by modern furnishings and comforts throughout.
Large windows bring in plenty of natural light and offer beautiful views across the surrounding countryside.
📐 Floor Plans & 360° Tours
Detailed photographs, floor plans and interactive 360° tours are available to view before booking, allowing you to explore the layout, bedrooms and living spaces and make sure the accommodation is right for your group.
🌿 Outdoor Living
Guests can enjoy:
• Wood-fired hot tub
• Outdoor seating and countryside views
• Woodland play park with swings and climbing frame
• Huge 14ft sunken trampoline
• Beautiful 6-acre estate with lake, mature trees and wildlife
• Countryside walks and nearby nature reserve (5 min walk)
✨ Highlights
🛌 Sleeps 6 across 3 traditional bedrooms
🛁 3 private en-suite bathrooms
👑 Huge 7ft x 7ft Emperor bed in the master suite
🔥 Private wood-fired hot tub
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with conventional oven
🌳 Woodland play park & 14ft sunken trampoline
🪵 Oak beams, wood floors & character interiors
🏞️ Peaceful 6-acre countryside estate
🏰 Close to Durham City, Bishop Auckland & Kynren
🚗 Free secure on-site parking
🔥 Wood-Fired Hot Tub Information
We provide the wood, kindling, paper and firelighters — simply fill the tub, light the fire and allow it to heat.
The hot tub is fitted with a hot-water tap, allowing you to fill it fresh at a time that suits you.
🔇 Quiet Hours
As there may be other guests staying elsewhere on the estate, we have strict quiet hours from 10pm–8am. Noise must be kept to a minimum during these hours, particularly when using the hot tub and outdoor areas.
If these quiet hours do not suit your plans, please do not book this property.
STRICTLY NO PETS.
Please remove shoes in carpeted areas. Shoe trays are provided by the main entrance.
Whether you're planning a family break, relaxing getaway or special occasion, The Barn Oakenshaw offers the comfort of three private en-suite bedrooms, generous living spaces and a peaceful countryside setting within easy reach of Durham.
