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The Old House Annexe
Cottage in Durham with kitchen and patio
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Durham
- Place, Diggerland5 min drive
- Place, Hall Hill Farm8 min drive
- Place, Durham University11 min drive
- Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Old House Annexe
This beautiful annexe makes the perfect base for a rural escape in County Durham.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Fridge
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Biomass heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and wood burner. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Situated just a 15-minute drive from the historic city of Durham, The Old House Annexe offers pleasant, well-appointed self catering accommodation located on the hillside, benefiting from wonderful views of the County Durham countryside. The Old House Annexe is self contained with a private entrance and garden accessed from the public footpath. This is an ideal location for those wishing to escape to a more rural location whilst still benefiting from access to local attractions and amenities. Boasting biomass central heating and solar panel electricity the annexe has been thoughtfully renovated with multiple up cycle projects to ensure a comfortable stay with minimal environmental impact. Outside there is a private garden with small patio, seating area and an outdoor wood burner a lovely addition while enjoying the evening sunset.
Perfectly located to explore the many attractions in and around the area, including Hall Hill Farm is a must for children with donkey rides, outdoor play, crazy golf and of course feeding the animals. Beamish is a world famous open area museum, telling the story of life in the North East from the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 50s and will be sure to entertain the whole family. For guests wanting to enjoy the outdoors from The Old House Annexe, there are numerous established public footpaths, walks and cycle paths that lead from the area and out into the beautiful scenery of County Durham. And of course the cathedral city of Durham, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is just a 15-minutes drive away and offers plenty of attractions to enjoy at all times of year including the bi-annual Lumiere Durham Lights Festival, jazz festival, poetry festival and book week. Shop 1¼ miles, pub ½ mile, restaurant 2½ miles.
Free WiFi
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Fridge
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Biomass heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and wood burner. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Situated just a 15-minute drive from the historic city of Durham, The Old House Annexe offers pleasant, well-appointed self catering accommodation located on the hillside, benefiting from wonderful views of the County Durham countryside. The Old House Annexe is self contained with a private entrance and garden accessed from the public footpath. This is an ideal location for those wishing to escape to a more rural location whilst still benefiting from access to local attractions and amenities. Boasting biomass central heating and solar panel electricity the annexe has been thoughtfully renovated with multiple up cycle projects to ensure a comfortable stay with minimal environmental impact. Outside there is a private garden with small patio, seating area and an outdoor wood burner a lovely addition while enjoying the evening sunset.
Perfectly located to explore the many attractions in and around the area, including Hall Hill Farm is a must for children with donkey rides, outdoor play, crazy golf and of course feeding the animals. Beamish is a world famous open area museum, telling the story of life in the North East from the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 50s and will be sure to entertain the whole family. For guests wanting to enjoy the outdoors from The Old House Annexe, there are numerous established public footpaths, walks and cycle paths that lead from the area and out into the beautiful scenery of County Durham. And of course the cathedral city of Durham, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is just a 15-minutes drive away and offers plenty of attractions to enjoy at all times of year including the bi-annual Lumiere Durham Lights Festival, jazz festival, poetry festival and book week. Shop 1¼ miles, pub ½ mile, restaurant 2½ miles.
Free WiFi
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Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Durham
Located in Durham, this cottage is in a rural area. Oriental Museum and Gala Theatre Durham are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Mini Moos Adventure Farm. Diggerland and Hall Hill Farm are also worth visiting.

Durham
What's nearby
- Diggerland - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Hall Hill Farm - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
- Durham University - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
- Durham Cathedral - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
- Durham Castle - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The New Board Inn - 4 min drive
- The Flass Pub - 6 min drive
- The Travellers Rest - 7 min drive
- The Kings Head - 5 min drive
- The Green - 11 min drive
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