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Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Staindrop sleeps 12.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 12
Accommodation overview: The Old Chapel Retreat, a charming, detached, 19th-century chapel has been skilfully restored to retain much character and charm throughout. It provides quirky, clever holiday accommodation whilst retaining some original stone floors and walls. Perfectly located in the heart of this pretty picture postcard village with quaint inns and tearooms, and family butcher. Within walking distance is the medieval grand fortress of Raby Castle with its 200-acre deer park surrounding the castle. Barnard Castle, a thriving market town, is only 5 miles with exciting shops and pubs. Auckland Castle, home of the Bishop of Durham and the wonderful nature reserve at Low Barns, is also close by. Beamish Museum lies only 20 miles away where life in the 18/1900s can be relived in this working museum. Motor enthusiasts may like to visit Croft Circuit only 12 miles. Durham city, only 17 miles, has a magnificent castle dating back to 1072, a beautiful cathedral, fine shops, galleries and eateries. Try a day exploring the magnificent Roman Wall country in Hexham and Corbridge, easily reached in under an hour and close to the Pennines. A little further venture to Northumberland taking in the magnificent heritage coastal route, stopping off to see Alnwick and explore the castle used to film Robin Hood, Harry Potter and Elizabeth. Meander through the cobbled streets, or visit the enchanting Alnwick Gardens with one of the largest Treehouse restaurants and water fountains. Relax with a drink and barbecue in the enclosed courtyard area after a day out exploring this exciting area or head up to the top floor for a relaxing game of pool in the games room. Shop and pub 25 yards. Large living room with electric ‘wood burner’ and wooden floor. Dining room. Large well-equipped kitchen with TV, Rangemaster (for cooking), breakfast area, granite worktops, original stone floor and patio doors. Study/snug. Utility. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 6ft bed and wooden floor, one with 5ft bed, each with en-suite shower room and toilet. Double bedroom with wooden floor. Twin bedroom with wooden floor. Single bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for +1) and wooden floor. Bathroom with free standing bath, shower cubicle, toilet and wooden floor. Second floor: Games room with sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only), TV, high ceiling and beams.
  
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Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Ruffside sleeps 6.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: Relax in tranquil countryside, in eco-friendly and child-friendly properties...where walks, watersports and sightseeing abound Nestled between the Derwent Reservoir, where red kites are spotted, and the edge of beautiful Northumbrian moorlands, these original stone mining offices have been lovingly restored to offer a contemporaray collection of tasteful character cottages combining style and elegance with professionally designed interiors and fine soft furnishings. They provide the benefits of VisitBritain ‘4 Star’ Gold Award living in a peaceful and tranquil setting only minutes from some of the North East’s most breathtaking countryside. The hamlet is perfect for those wishing to relax, and these extremely family-friendly cottages are ideal - providing not only travel cots, highchairs, stairgates, monitors and sterilisers for babies and young children, but also extras such as breadmakers and icemakers. There are communal gardens and social areas with an on-site purpose built games barn, barbecue area and fully secure children’s play area with swings, climbing frame and Wendy house. The holiday cottages are ideally located amongst the calm and magnificent countryside and yet are only a short drive from Hadrian’s Wall. Bustling market towns and pretty villages are scattered accross the reigon; only 2 miles away the medieval village of Blanchard is one of the most attractive in the area. Corbridge is renowned for excellent restaurants, pubs and shops, and is well worth a visit. Walking abounds, as well as sailing and fishing on the Derwent Reservoir. Nearby Slaley Hall stands in 1,000 acres of beautiful forest and moorland with a championship golf course, home to the Great North Open. Sparkling cities like Newcastle and Durham are thriving, with lots of shopping, nightlife and sport. These charming cottages will delight all age groups and have something to offer everyone. Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Sunniside sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Fishing nearby • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Set in tranquil countryside yet close to major attractions, these former stables, renovated in 2008 and presented with a Bronze award for access for all from Tourism North East England, are set in the grounds of Hedley Hall, now a bed and breakfast and once part of the Queen Mother’s Estate. A delightful welcome awaits guests in comfortable and tasteful holiday surroundings. Horse riding available in the area. Fishing at Beamish lakes and the Angel of the North fishing lakes close by. Visit the steam railway or Beamish Victorian open air museum. An ideal location to explore the beautiful counties of Durham and Northumberland with many stunning castles and golden beaches. Discover the culture of Newcastle or Durham City with its fine cathedral. Metro centre 15 minutes. Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder Forest, Teesdale and Weardale all within easy driving distance. Shops and pub 2 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Sunniside sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Fishing nearby • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Set in tranquil countryside yet close to major attractions, these former stables, renovated in 2008 and presented with a Bronze award for access for all from Tourism North East England, are set in the grounds of Hedley Hall, now a bed and breakfast and once part of the Queen Mother’s Estate. A delightful welcome awaits guests in comfortable and tasteful holiday surroundings. Horse riding available in the area. Fishing at Beamish lakes and the Angel of the North fishing lakes close by. Visit the steam railway or Beamish Victorian open air museum. An ideal location to explore the beautiful counties of Durham and Northumberland with many stunning castles and golden beaches. Discover the culture of Newcastle or Durham City with its fine cathedral. Metro centre 15 minutes. Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder Forest, Teesdale and Weardale all within easy driving distance. Shops and pub 2 miles.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Shotley Bridge sleeps 6.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: This delightful detached single-storey barn conversion, set in a leafy glade in an idyllic peaceful setting by the river (permits available), enjoys its own attractive garden in the owner’s grounds. Totally refurbished and equipped to the E.T.C. ‘4 Star’ standard, it retains much character, beamed ceilings and unique features including a circular bathroom. Beautiful countryside (with many cycle tracks nearby) surround this is the ideal holiday location. Beamish Museum, Metro Centre, Newcastle city centre, Hexham, Durham close by. Northumberland coast within a 1-hour drive. Shops 1 mile. One step to entrance. Spacious beamed living room with sofa-bed (for +2) and electric fire in feature fireplace. Farmhouse-style kitchen with dining area. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Barnard Castle sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Peacefully set in picturesque Baldersdale, this former chapel has been restored and equipped to the E.T.C. ‘4 Star’ standard, retaining its arched windows and exuding charm and character. With stunning views over open moorland, it enjoys its own furnished patio and forms a cosy holiday retreat year round. Excellent walking within this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Pennine Way winding close by. Hannah Hauxwell’s isolated farmhouse (featured on TV’s Season of My Life) lies nearby. Historic Barnard Castle (6 miles) boasts an array of shops, inns, restaurants, a splendid Norman castle, several antique dealers and the famous Bowes museum, where exhibitions change regularly. The Metro Centre, Beamish and Lake District are but an hour away. The interesting village of Leyburn can be visited as well as The Forbidden Corner near Middleham. Fishing and riding locally. Includes 2–course Sunday lunch (for two) at a country pub. Shop 2 miles. Entrance hall. Large sitting/dining room with electric ‘pebble-effect’ fire in modern arch-shaped fireplace. Oak fitted kitchen. Small double bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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