The Barn

About this property

The Barn is a delightful holiday cottage situated in Barnard Castle, Durham, boasting a woodburning stove, a Smart TV, and off-road parking. The Barn is a single-storey cottage, offering convenience and making for the ideal base for a couple or solo traveller. Enter into the welcoming abode and discover a double bedroom, perfect for catching some rest. Freshen up in the sleek shower room before an adventurous day out, featuring a walk-in shower, basin, and WC. The heart of the cottage is the open-plan living space, where you can relax and unwind in style. The kitchen is well-equipped for preparing delicious meals, which can be enjoyed around the dining table. After dinner, cosy up in the sitting area beside the woodburning stove and catch up on your favourite shows on the Smart TV. Step outside to the enclosed rear garden, where you can soak up the sunshine on the lawn, dine al fresco on the patio, or simply relax with a good book and a glass of wine. The Barn truly offers a charming and relaxing retreat for your Durham getaway. Discover the wonders of Bishop Auckland and its surroundings with a visit to the iconic Copley Chimney and Langley Viaduct. Explore the night sky at the Grassholme Observatory or enjoy a tranquil stroll through Hannah's Meadows. Marvel at the natural beauty of God's Bridge and The Rey Cross, or venture into the lush greenery of Stang Forest. For a dose of history, don't miss a tour of the historic Raby Castle. Take a leisurely walk through the picturesque Pine Woods or explore the diverse wildlife at Hedleyhope Fell Nature Reserve. For a fun-filled day out, head to Adventure Valley for a range of exciting activities. With so much to see and do, The Barn is the perfect base for your Durham adventure. Note: This property can be booked with ref 1150078, together sleeping up to four guests.

This pretty village can be found resting on the edge of Teesdale, in County Durham. Within the small village you will be delighted to find a couple of shops, a pub and a selection of takeaways. Within close reach to the village is the spectacular Raby Castle, where you can explore its treasures and tapestries, as well as the scenic deer park. Also close by is the market town of Barnard Castle, where you will find further amenities and attractions including Bowes Museum, Egglestone Abbey and the ruins of the medieval castle. A short drive will bring you to the town of Bishop Auckland and slightly further afield is the superb city of Durham, where you can spend time discovering its Romanesque Durham Cathedral and Norman Durham Castle. For those feeling active, North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a few miles away and offering miles of walking routes amid breath-taking scenery. Cockfield promises to be an endearing base to explore County Durham further.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

One double bedroom.

Shower room with underfloor heating, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove

Central heating from hybrid oil/ashp boiler.

Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.

Smart TV and WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Patio with furniture.

Off-road parking.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 3.3 miles, pub 1.4 miles