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Living room/dining room | The Byre, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle
Open plan living space | The Byre, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle
Open plan living space | The Byre, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle
Open plan living space | The Byre, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Eggleston, near Barnard Castle
  • Popular LocationEggleston Hall3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBarnard Castle9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBowes Museum9 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)78 min drive

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Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family to enjoy the picturesque countryside as a wonderful re

This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family to enjoy the picturesque countryside as a wonderful retreat.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, CD Player, DVD Player, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double) (Children Only), Selection Of DVDs
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Induction Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Wet Room: Shower, Toilet. Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Cot and highchair. Patio with garden furniture. 9-acre meadowland (shared). 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. . This eco-friendly, cosy holiday cottage creates its own electricity by photo-voltaic roof tiles, and is adjacent to a cattle and sheep farm, a mile from Eggleston. The converted cattle byre with level access and wide doorways, provides a picturesque countryside retreat. Durham city, 25 miles, has a 12th century cathedral, boutiques in cobbled streets, the Victorian market, restaurants and galleries. Visit the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland. Historic Barnard Castle on the River Tees is 6 miles. Shops 5 miles, pubs 1 mile.

Initial fuel for the woodburner included, thereafter available locally at cost. Additional double bed settee. Maximum sleeps 2 adults and 2 children. One dog only at £25.00 and this to be paid to the owner via BACS transfer 10 days prior to arrival, or entry will be refused.
The property is located on a working farm.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Barnard Castle

Located in Barnard Castle, this cottage is in a rural area. Eggleston Hall and Bowes Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Garage Spa and Heritage Park Stadium.
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Eggleston, near Barnard Castle

What's nearby

  • Eggleston Hall - 3 min drive
  • Barnard Castle - 9 min drive
  • Bowes Museum - 9 min drive
  • Teesdale - 14 min drive
  • Hamsterley Forest - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Bishop Auckland Station - 23 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Redwell Inn - 6 min drive
  • Golden Lion - 8 min drive
  • The Cricketers Arms - 7 min drive
  • Coach & Horses - 8 min drive
  • Blacksmiths Arms Mickleton - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family to enjoy the picturesque countryside as a wonderful re pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family to enjoy the picturesque countryside as a wonderful re?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family to enjoy the picturesque countryside as a wonderful re?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family to enjoy the picturesque countryside as a wonderful re located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Eggleston Hall and within 6 miles (10 km) of North Pennines and Barnard Castle. Bowes Museum and Hamsterley Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Warm, clean, comfortable and spacious.
Warm, clean, comfortable and spacious. Bed was a bit soft for me but you can not please everyone. We were able to sit out at the back and enjoy the sunshine(for a few hours!) Would like to return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Fabulous cottage, great location would definitely stay again, lots of walks on the doorstep, would d
Fabulous cottage, great location would definitely stay again, lots of walks on the doorstep, would definitely benefit having a oven . Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

This was a lovely cottage, helpful host, great place to explore County Durham from.
This was a lovely cottage, helpful host, great place to explore County Durham from. We loved our stay and would recommend to our friends. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Philip

Great cottage, all requirements provided and also lots of advice of the area given by the owner who
Great cottage, all requirements provided and also lots of advice of the area given by the owner who lives nearby.
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10/10 Excellent

Friendly host who gave useful advice regarding local tourist places.
Friendly host who gave useful advice regarding local tourist places. Strategically located near to areas of outstanding natural beauty.

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