Host & Stay | Himmell

Summary:
Located in the peaceful village of Ruffside, Himmell is a cosy and welcoming holiday home in a stunning setting with plenty of fantastic walks right on your doorstep. Sleeping up to four guests, it’s the perfect getaway for families and groups of friends. This retreat boasts acres of communal outdoor space to explore, an open plan kitchen, living and dining space, two bedrooms and one bathroom so you’ll have everything you could need for your staycation in County Durham.

The Space:
Himmell has a welcoming and sophisticated open plan living area with two leather sofas and a flat screen TV. The ideal spot to relax with your loved ones after a fun-filled day in the countryside, you can cosy up and turn on the TV to keep up with your favourite shows.

Also sharing this space is the kitchen and dining area. Perfect for socialising, you can prepare and enjoy meals with your loved ones easily. Shaker in style, the kitchen has light wooden cabinets and modern appliances. The dining area comes in the form of a breakfast bar with four chairs.

The property has two cosy bedrooms. The master bedroom has a comfy double bed with bedside drawers and lamps. Ideal for families, the second bedroom features twin beds.

Himmell’s family bathroom has white tiles and silver hardware so it has a very clean and sophisticated look. A shower WC, wash basin and a mirror complete the space.

Outside you’ll find a communal grassed area and a courtyard with outdoor furniture. A real bonus, the outdoor space at Winnows Hill Farm is fantastic if you want to relax outside during your visit.

Host & Stay are committed to our owners that their homes are protected during bookings. For this reason, we require all of our guests to transfer a £250.00 Damage Deposit (subject to a £10.00 administration charge) or, to purchase an Accidental Damage Waiver for £25.00 which will cover you for up to £500.00 of accidental damage during your stay.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Himmell are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date.

Private on-site parking is available for up to two vehicles.

Please note that dogs are not permitted to use the shared on-site courtyard. The property has rear doors that can be used to bring dogs in and out from the cars without crossing the shared courtyard.

Cots, high chairs and baby gates are available upon request.

Group bookings are not permitted at Winnows Hill Farm.

The Neighborhood:
Winnows Hill Farm is located in the remote village of Ruffside. Located in County Durham, it’s a beautiful place packed with stone houses and delightful walks close by. If you’re looking for somewhere to truly relax, Ruffside is the perfect place.

The closest town to Ruffside is Consett which is a vibrant town in North West Durham. The Coast to Coast cycle route passes through Consett and is known as the UK’s most popular long-distance cycle route. If you’d prefer a more relaxed visit, you can explore The Glass and Art Gallery, Derwent Reservoir and many restaurants, cafes, bars and shops.

Getting Around:
The closest train station to Ruffside is Stocksfield which is a 20 minute drive away. Stocksfield is a small yet sprawling commuter village which is served by the Tyne Valley Line, with trains running to Newcastle, Hexham and Carlisle. A number of connecting routes can also be found from these stations so getting to other locations around the UK could not be easier.

The 773 bus route travels through to Consett from Ruffside.

Interaction with Guests:
We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.