Place, North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
5 min drive
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Place, Killhope Lead Mining Museum
8 min drive
Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
60 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 7
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers.
This large detached house was originally the village school and has been totally renovated to provide good quality, well appointed and well equipped holiday accommodation. The property stands in a lovely garden with south facing patio and has fine views.
With ample space this property is ever popular for family get togethers or walking, cycling or golfing breaks.
On the ground floor there is a living room, second living room/games room, dining room, kitchen, utility and shower room with toilet. To the first floor you will find seven very spacious bedrooms, 3 double, 3 twin and 1 family room with a double and single bed, 2 are ensuite, 2 have vanity units and finally there is the house bathroom.
The enclosed garden has a patio area with barbecue and patio furniture.
Free wifi.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
About the area
Bishop Auckland
Located in Bishop Auckland, this holiday home is in a rural area. Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and North Pennines. Travelling with kids? Consider Weardale Railway, or check out an event or a game at Heritage Park Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Killhope Lead Mining Museum - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
North Pennines - 15 min drive - 12.8 km
Hamsterley Forest - 19 min drive - 20.9 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 27 min drive
Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe 1909 - 4 min drive
Number 10 - 5 min drive
Greggs - 10 min drive
Buon Appetito Italian Restaurant - 4 min drive
The Pack Horse Inn - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers.?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers. on 12 May 2026 start from AU$1,119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Old School, large detached house sleeps 15. Ideal for family get togethers. located?
This family-friendly Bishop Auckland holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Weardale Railway and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hall Hill Farm and North Pennines are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We meet every year as a family and this is one of the best houses we have stayed at. Its really big so plenty of room and lovely garden
Thank you will def be back
Stayed here for a long weekend with family 12 of us age range from 10-70. Place was great, huge house lots of space for everyone, so well equipped has absolutely everything you need. Bedrooms all lovely, comfortable beds, gorgeous garden, will definitely be back
We stayed here for Christmas and it was lovely. The house was very clean and with plenty of space for all of us. Despite being located very close to a caravan park, it was very quiet and just a short walk to fab local pub. Val and Bev were great hosts and even left us a lovely welcome gift. A wonderful property to stay in and we would all highly recommend it.
Danielle H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie P.
6 May 2019
Perfect Get Away
A lovely well equipped house in a perfect location. It has everything you need for a large group holiday. All the upstairs bedrooms are large and really clean and comfy. The family games room is perfecting for all sitting in together and the pool table is a fab addition. The dining room is brilliant for family meals and with the weather being so fab this Easter we were able to enjoy the lovely garden. Can not fault anything just wish we could of stayed longer.