Guests say
Ashlea Cottage receives glowing praise for its immaculate cleanliness, comfort, and tranquil rural setting with beautiful views and abundant wildlife. Guests consistently mention the warm welcome from the hosts, the well-equipped facilities, and the peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal base for exploring Barnard Castle and the surrounding countryside. Many guests highlight the relaxing environment, spaciousness, and thoughtful touches, with several expressing a desire to return. Minor suggestions include additional kitchen items and a heater for the conservatory, but overall, the experience is overwhelmingly positive.
Cleanliness is repeatedly described as immaculate, spotless, and very high standard throughout the reviews, with no negative comments.
The location is praised for its peacefulness, beautiful countryside views, proximity to Barnard Castle, and access to local attractions. A single mention notes limited immediate walking due to a steep slope, but this is outweighed by the positives.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as very comfortable, cosy, and spacious, with only one minor mention of a preference for a softer bed.
The cottage is widely regarded as well-equipped and maintained, with only occasional suggestions for extra kitchen items or a heater in the conservatory. Most guests found everything they needed.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as a freshly baked loaf and flowers on arrival, as well as the hosts' friendliness and helpfulness. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated on the owners’ working farm, this cosy property offers the perfect location to enjoy that well needed rural retreat.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 42" Freeview TV, Bluray Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Conservatory.
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Electric car charging point (by arrangement). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced stream in the garden, 110 yards away.. Nestled within the grounds of the owner’s farm, Ashlea is the perfect location for guests wanting to explore the local area. Surrounded by fields and open countryside, with great views over towards Eggleston, Middleton and County Durham, this detached cottage is a peaceful and restful hideaway, yet only a short drive away from major transport links. With weekly and monthly farmers markets, plenty of places to eat and drink and a variety of shops, galleries and antiques stores, there really is something to offer for all tastes. Guests who enjoy a spot of history will enjoy a visit to the ruins of Barnard Castle and the ever changing exhibits at the popular Bowes Museum.
This is an ideal location for guests who enjoy walking, cycling or rambling, Ashlea is very well situated for a day walking in the Durham Dales and the North Pennines. There is a public footpath that crosses through the fields behind the cottage, along the Deepdale River and then on to Barnard Castle. For more serious walkers and cyclists, guests can take a trip to Hamsterley Forest, which consist of 2000 acres of open woodland. There is the themed Gruffalo Trail for children to enjoy and also a play area for younger guests, as well as numerous picnic tables for a leisurely lunch in the great outdoors. A little further afield but still within an easy drive a trip out in the Durham Dales and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a must, here you can explore the magnificent landscape and natural attractions, including High Force and Low Force waterfalls. Enjoy pony trekking in the area, fishing in the lakes and rivers, exploring the nature trails, sailing, canoeing, water skiing, mountain biking and golf, all located within an easy hour’s drive from Ashlea.
Ashlea has been lovingly renovated to offer a comfortable and cosy destination for you to enjoy, relax and unwind. Surrounded by fields and open countryside, the scenery and views are ever changing and can be enjoyed from all angles. All on one level, guests will find a well presented living room with a wood burner and wooden floor. Ashlea is connected to the farm biomass heating system. It burns wood chip created from the timber harvested from our own woodland. The kitchen and dining room are open plan and offer contemporary, good quality fixtures, fittings and appliances, as well as a great view from the kitchen sink! There is a lovely conservatory which looks out onto the garden, and is a great spot to sit in and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. The property offers a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a family bathroom with a double shower cubicle and heated towel rail. Well maintained, presented and furnished throughout, guests will find Ashlea a real home from home. Electric car charging facilities are available by appointment, at a small extra cost. Massage and physiotherapy service available onsite by appointment (additional cost, card payments taken). Shop, pub and restaurant 2 mile.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Electric vehicle charging is by appointment only.
Nearby points of interest
- Barnard Castle
- Bowes Museum
Reviews (30)
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Confirmed Guest
The owners very helpful and friendly a lovely couple
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David Bottomley
Incredibly quiet and peaceful and we spent many hours in the sunroom enjoying the sounds and sight of the many different birds in the nearby bushes and trees. Quiet and peaceful and with delightful Barnard Castle and its cafes, pubs and restaurants just 10 minutes away.
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Sandra Barrett
Couldn’t wish for any thing better, the best equipped cottage we have stayed in, and in a beautiful location.