Guests say
Raven Cottage in Barnard Castle is a beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean holiday home, praised for its peaceful yet central location. Guests consistently highlight the comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and charming private courtyard. The thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs and local recommendations, are much appreciated, though not guaranteed. Minor issues with appliances and garden maintenance were occasionally noted, but overall, visitors found the cottage to be a cosy, relaxing base for exploring the area and would gladly return.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with multiple guests describing the cottage as spotlessly clean and immaculately presented. Only one or two minor comments suggest any room for improvement.
The location is universally lauded for being quiet yet central, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and parking. Guests found it ideal for exploring Barnard Castle and the surrounding area.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, a cosy atmosphere, and relaxing spaces. Only rare comments suggest potential winter heating concerns, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is well equipped, with a quality kitchen and thoughtful amenities. A few guests noted minor issues such as a faulty hob, unclear appliance instructions, or a need for a washer-dryer, but these did not detract significantly from their stay.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs, scones, and festive decorations, as well as clear instructions and local recommendations. Please note that such gifts and extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Tucked away in one of Barnard Castle’s historic yards, Raven Cottage enjoys a secluded, peaceful position, only two minutes’ walk from the bustling market place with its array of shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room:
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Garden with patio and garden furniture. On-road parking. Public car park, at cost. No smoking.. Raven Cottage is a traditional sandstone building which has a surprisingly modern contemporary feel inside. Tastefully decorated throughout, you have the charm of being a quaint characterful cottage with all of the expectations of modern living. On the ground floor is the well equipped kitchen, which is open plan with the dining area. The cosy and inviting living area has a leather sofa to unwind on in front of the large smart TV. French doors lead into the totally private and enclosed courtyard which catches the sun in the afternoons, making this a peaceful and enjoyable outside space to enjoy meals al fresco. Upstairs are two bedrooms, the master bedroom with a kingsize bed and the second bedroom with a small double as well as a single bed, ideal for couples and small families. The family bathroom is perfect to end each day with a relaxing soak or a refreshing shower.
Raven Cottage is ideally situated for walkers and cyclists wishing to explore the beautiful countryside of Teesdale, or for those seeking a more leisurely stay in one of the most historic and scenic towns in the region. Barnard Castle is a market town in Teesdale, on the site of a Roman ford which crosses the river. The ruins of the medieval castle and cobble streets, yards and back lanes are well worth seeing. From the town there is excellent walking with the Pennine and Teesdale Ways, River Tees and the waterfalls at High Force all nearby.
Barnard Castle is known as the Gateway to Teesdale in the dramatic and inspiring valley of the turbulent River Tees. the traditional market town is full of character, combined with the buzz of an eclectic collection of designer clothes and interiors shops, cafes and restaurants. The jewel in the crown must be the Bowes Museum, built in the style of a French chateau and housing an internationally-acclaimed collection of European fine arts, ceramics and paintings. Not to be missed is the silver life-sized swan at the Bowes Museum, this mechanical masterpiece is incredibly lifelike and it actually moves as it preens its feathers on a shimmering metallic pool. Other attractions include Auckland Castle, Raby Castle, High Force Waterfall, The Forbidden Corner at Leyburn, Duncombe Park, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Gardens, which can all be reached in under an hour.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Barnard Castle
- Bowes Museum
Reviews (34)
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Julie Torrie
A beautiful peaceful cottage situated in a quiet area just off the main high street but very close to all amenities, spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated & well equipped with some nice little extras to enjoy 😊 thoroughly enjoyed my stay here & would certainly return, highly recommended to anyone looking for a place to stay with easy access to everything Barnard Castle has to offer + the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, Teasdale, Raby Castle, etc 😊
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Andrew Southorn
Lovely cottage in the heart of Barnard Castle. Quiet, clean and comfortable. Fully equipped, everything you could ask for.
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Confirmed Guest
We very much enjoyed our short stay at Raven Cottage, chosen as a handy spot for travelling to Kynren.The welcome pack of fresh scones on arrival was a lovely surprise, which we enjoyed while sitting in the pretty little courtyard garden.A lot of effort has obviously been put in to making the house feel homely and beautifully decorated.As we were travelling in an electric car, it was very handy having EV chargers readily to hand in the car park close by.It is not a big cottage, but very cosy and ideal for a short break.