10/10 Excellent
Tiety B.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm welkom, knus huis met prachtig uitzicht op de North Pennines
Tiety B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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THE BYRE AT HIGH WATCH, with open fire in Wearhead
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3105 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bishop Auckland, Northumberland
- Weardale Museum5 min drive
- North Pennines12 min drive
- Vindolanda36 min drive
- Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Garden
Dining area
About this property
THE BYRE AT HIGH WATCH, with open fire in Wearhead
This charming stone built cottage is situated near Wearhead in County Durham and can sleep three people in two bedrooms.
The Byre is a cottage situated in Lanehead, near to Wearhead in County Durham. The cottage sleeps three people and has one double bedroom with ensuite shower room, one mezzanine single bedroom, a fitted kitchen, a sitting room with woodburner and dining area. This cottage also offers off road parking for two cars and a shared lawned garden. Situated in Lanehead, near Wearhead, The Byre is the perfect cottage for a family looking for a relaxing holiday in County Durham.
Amenities: Oil central heating with additional heating from woodburner in sitting room. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, selection of books, games, CDs and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lockable bike storage. Shared lawned area to the front with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 1.5 miles. Note: A welcome hamper and pottery sessions can be arranged by contacting the owner prior to your visit.
Region: From heather-clad moors and limestone scars, to market towns and the steady pace of country life - the sublime Dales await you! Where else in Britain is it as satisfying to sit and do nothing as it is to explore the numerous pursuits on offer?
Town: Wearhead is a small village in County Durham named after the source of the River Wear Wearhead is set in countryside and is home to a shop, whilst further amenities can be found in Stanhope which is home to the Durham Dales Centre, offering tourist information, a coffee shop and local arts and crafts.
The Byre is a cottage situated in Lanehead, near to Wearhead in County Durham. The cottage sleeps three people and has one double bedroom with ensuite shower room, one mezzanine single bedroom, a fitted kitchen, a sitting room with woodburner and dining area. This cottage also offers off road parking for two cars and a shared lawned garden. Situated in Lanehead, near Wearhead, The Byre is the perfect cottage for a family looking for a relaxing holiday in County Durham.
Amenities: Oil central heating with additional heating from woodburner in sitting room. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, selection of books, games, CDs and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lockable bike storage. Shared lawned area to the front with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 1.5 miles. Note: A welcome hamper and pottery sessions can be arranged by contacting the owner prior to your visit.
Region: From heather-clad moors and limestone scars, to market towns and the steady pace of country life - the sublime Dales await you! Where else in Britain is it as satisfying to sit and do nothing as it is to explore the numerous pursuits on offer?
Town: Wearhead is a small village in County Durham named after the source of the River Wear Wearhead is set in countryside and is home to a shop, whilst further amenities can be found in Stanhope which is home to the Durham Dales Centre, offering tourist information, a coffee shop and local arts and crafts.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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Amenities
Washer
Outdoor space
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland is home to this cottage. Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Weardale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Armstrong Hydraulic Engine and Weardale Railway.
Bishop Auckland, Northumberland
What's nearby
- Weardale Museum - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
- North Pennines - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
- Vindolanda - 36 min drive - 42.7 km
- Hexham Abbey - 37 min drive - 40.2 km
- Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 38 min drive - 44.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Blue Bell Inn - 6 min drive
- Chatterbox Cafe - 6 min drive
- The Golden Lion - 6 min drive
- Miners Arms - 6 min drive
- Nent Hall Country House Hotel - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
8.0/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
Mostly ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x mezzanine single above double bedroom. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
What makes this property unique
Oil central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and tumble dryer in owner's studio, available by arrangement, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games, CDs and DVDs. Oil Central heating and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot, highchair and fireguard on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lockable bike storage. Shared lawned area to the front with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 4.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles. Note: A welcome hamper of local produce can be arranged by contacting the owner prior to your visit. Note: A complementary basket of logs is provided. Additional logs may be purchased from the owner. Note: There is a connecting door from the sitting room to the lobby of the owner's property. To ensure privacy this door is kept bolted on both sides during occupancy.
Languages:
English
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