Dog Friendly Cottages in Durham

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Nicole - Verified booking

  Easy to find, comfortable and warm.

  We took our toddler with us and Jon and Amanda were very kind to set up a travel cot and highchair so we didn't have to bring that with us. They went the extra mile when I asked if they had an extra fridge/freezer as we were staying to attend my best friend's wedding and I was making the cake. The wine and bubble bath was a nice touch too and very appreciated after a long drive. Only things I would change is maybe some new pillows as they were rather flat and a better vaccum. I tried to vaccum the rug (it had quite a bit of dog hair on it, as did the sofa) and it had very little suction. I understand it's a dog friendly cottage so I was expecting a bit of dog hair but not to the point that my tights were covered just from sitting on the rug to play with my son. Overall a very pleasant stay, family and friends came to visit and thought it was a gem of a find too. We loved the little guide book they had made and all the leaflets from local attractions really helped us get around especially since the cottage is a black spot for phone signal and data so you can't just Google things.

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• Alan - Verified booking

  Very nice property in the beautiful countryside.

  Just ten minutes drive from the delightful town of Barnard Castle. The property had a nice entrance area with space to store some gear and stairs to main accommodation. There is a nice second bedroom which we used for storage and the main living area with a very well equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge area. The thing that attracted us was the huge balcony/deck area outside which has a table and chairs and view over the garden and woodland. On the top floor is the lovely main bedroom which is very spacious. Guests are free to roam the woodland and use the firepit which is a wonderful way to spend an evening. There are lots of things to do in the area. If you need supplies there are many shops in Barnard Castle but look online for the farm shop with the Camels! I'd also highly recommend a ride on the Weardale Railway and the Teesside Princess cruise from Stockton on Tees.

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• Wendy - Verified booking

  A nice cottage.

  Quiet setting. Wasn't made aware another cottage was adjacent with them walking past, but no real issue other than caused the dog to bark. Could have done with 2 sofas as the seating area was a bit formal. Kitchen equipment needs a bit of inventory. No kitchen knife to chop or prepare food, just a bread carving knife. Also no decent sized casserole dish . When raining a constant and repetitive noise (similar to someone banging a saucepan with a spoon) and guttering overflowing at front if bedroom window, both disrupted sleep one night, so would suggest a maintenance review to see if gutters blocked or if something was loose on roof (rear if cottage behind bedroom). Otherwise pleasant stay. For us, there was nothing nearby, no pubs open for a meal drink without driving some considerable distance. No phone signal at all.

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• Jeanette - Verified booking

  What a fantastic find.

  Leadmill House workshop is a cosy, comfortable, home from home cottage. Just need to take yourself and food. (Linen, towels and cleaning materials provided. ) Our first Christmas away from home & family. Beautiful scenery and lots of lovely walks and waterfalls also close by. We thoroughly enjoyed our 7 nights there so much so we have re-booked for June 2023. Great communication from host, who are available if required but leave you to enjoy your break uninvasively. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a peaceful, relaxing break away. Thank you so much Amanda & John. Happy New Year to you both. We are now counting down the days to our next stay.

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• Heather - Verified booking

  Amanda was a great host.

  Everything comfortable, clean and warm! The milk and wine in the fridge on arrival was a lovely touch and made us feel very welcome. Perfect little break and a great price. Listing is inaccurate. My child has just turned 2 and according to the listing wouldn't have been allowed. I asked about booking again with her age and she said it was fine! She is happy for the people to bring a camp bed so children (probably just the one) would be fine. The property also has wifi for anyone put off by lack of wifi - though there is no phone signal you can make calls online. The wifi is really strong and we didnt have a problem with it.

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