10/10 Excellent
Paul A.
9 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb accommodation
Paul A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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A cosy rural retreat in a picturesque village
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tow Law
- Hamsterley Forest18 min drive
- Witton Castle18 min drive
- Durham University23 min drive
- Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Shower room 1
Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A cosy rural retreat in a picturesque village
A charming and traditional rural retreat, offering peace and quiet; convenience and comfort; rest and relaxation, if this is what you want, then Binks Cottage is for you. Set on a picturesque village green in a "no through road" village in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The cottage is over 100 years old but has been modernised to a high standard, it is tastefully decorated, offering a cosy yet traditional feel, while retaining charm and character.
Binks Cottage is a 4 star gold accommodation. The front door opens into a private walled garden with lawn and comfortable garden furniture and a bbq. There is private parking for two cars at the back of the cottage.
Children are very welcome and we can offer a cot, high-chair and toys; we are happy to show guests around the farm.
Perfect for visiting Beamish Museum, Durham City., Raby Castle, Barnard Castle and various coastal towns - Whitley Bay, Saltburn, Bamburgh. The village is situated on the edge of the North Pennines, in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, we are ideally located for sightseeing, walking, pony trekking, fishing and golf.
Binks Cottage is a 4 star gold accommodation. The front door opens into a private walled garden with lawn and comfortable garden furniture and a bbq. There is private parking for two cars at the back of the cottage.
Children are very welcome and we can offer a cot, high-chair and toys; we are happy to show guests around the farm.
Perfect for visiting Beamish Museum, Durham City., Raby Castle, Barnard Castle and various coastal towns - Whitley Bay, Saltburn, Bamburgh. The village is situated on the edge of the North Pennines, in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, we are ideally located for sightseeing, walking, pony trekking, fishing and golf.
Property manager
Amanda Simpson
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
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
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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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bishop Auckland
Located in Bishop Auckland, this cottage 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 looking for area attractions can visit Hall Hill Farm and Weardale Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Diggerland, or check out an event or a game at Heritage Park Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby
- Diggerland - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
- Hamsterley Forest - 18 min drive - 19.1 km
- Witton Castle - 18 min drive - 11.2 km
- Durham University - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
- Durham Cathedral - 23 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Number 10 - 8 min drive
- The Horse Shoe Inn - 9 min drive
- The Green Billy Row - 9 min drive
- The Vault - 10 min drive
- Buon Appetito - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Paul F.
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage stay
Paul F.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Countryside getaway
Andrew L.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
CHRISTINE L.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
positive
CHRISTINE L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick W.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Explorations
Rick W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
JANET H.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with everything you need plus more
JANET H.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda H.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Linda H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lesley R.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE MOST WONDERFUL COTTAGE AND PLACE
Lesley R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
lynn s.
5 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and location
lynn s.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pat M.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home
Pat M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debbie H.
18 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful location; wonderful host
Debbie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maggi M., Canada, between Ottawa and Montreal
10 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get Away From It All
Maggi M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
James R.
23 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total peace
James R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Derek C.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfull Cottage
Derek C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gemma M.
13 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding!
Gemma M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mario M.
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöner Urlaub
Mario M.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anton B.
15 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gewoon goed
Anton B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rick S.
23 June 2022
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Binks Cottage June 22
Rick S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claire O.
2 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Divine!
Claire O.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gillian W.
9 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage !
Gillian W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sheena L.
3 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay...
Sheena L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jan C.
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent find
Jan C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Grzegorz W.
3 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cottage ever!
Grzegorz W.
10/10 Excellent
abi w.
26 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape to the countryside
abi w.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Amanda Simpson
I have enjoyed welcoming guests to the cottage for 20 years. I work on the family farm alongside my son.
Why they chose this property
Peace and Quiet; Convenience and comfort; Rest and relaxation, if this is what you want, then Binks Cottage is for you. Binks Cottage is set on a picturesque village green in a "no through road" village in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The cottage is over 100 years old but has been modernised to a high standard, it is tastefully decorated, offering a cosy yet traditional feel, while retaining charm and character.
The accommodation includes two bedrooms (1 double room, 1 twin room and 1 double sofa-bed), bathroom with large shower, bath robes and luxurious towels. The living room offers comfortable seating for 6 people with a log burning stove set in an inglenook fireplace. There is a smart TV with Netflix, an Alexa, books and games for all ages. The Kitchen is very well equipped and offers an electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, bread maker, washer/dryer, microwave etc. There is a dining table seating 6. The lawned garden, overlooking the village green, is surrounded by a low stone wall, there is garden furniture and a barbecue. Storage for bikes and tack. Private parking for 2 cars.
The cottage is over 100 years old but has been modernised to a high standard, it is tastefully decorated, offering a cosy yet traditional feel, while retaining charm and character.
The accommodation includes two bedrooms (1 double room, 1 twin room and 1 double sofa-bed), bathroom with large shower, bath robes and luxurious towels. The living room offers comfortable seating for 6 people with a log burning stove set in an inglenook fireplace. There is a smart TV with Netflix, an Alexa, books and games for all ages. The Kitchen is very well equipped and offers an electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, bread maker, washer/dryer, microwave etc. There is a dining table seating 6. The lawned garden, overlooking the village green, is surrounded by a low stone wall, there is garden furniture and a barbecue. Storage for bikes and tack. Private parking for 2 cars.
What makes this property unique
Binks Cottage is situated on a working farm, Thornley Hall Farm, there is also a hill farm 17 miles away, Glenwhelt. We encourage our guests to visit the farm and walk the public footpaths in the area where you will be able to see dry stonewalling, animals in fields and wildlife.
We welcome the opportunity to show you around Thornley Hall farm and Glenwhelt, if you are interested please ask.
We welcome the opportunity to show you around Thornley Hall farm and Glenwhelt, if you are interested please ask.
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