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A beautifully finished, light and airy barn conversion where pets go free.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Bishop Auckland
- Place, Low Barns Visitor Centre8 min drive
- Place, Witton Castle10 min drive
- Place, Escomb Saxon Church11 min drive
- Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)55 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
A beautifully finished, light and airy barn conversion where pets go free.
A beautifully finished, light and airy barn conversion where pets go free!. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Smart TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet. Underfloor heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels, and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and stairgate. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Natural grounds with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Situated on the grounds of the owner’s farm where purebred Aberdeen Angus cattle are raised, The Granary is one of two cottages in a superb location. The Granary is a converted detached granary. It has underfloor heating throughout and electricity is supplied by the farm’s own wind turbine. Overlooking the hills and dales of beautiful County Durham guests will be able to see over miles of open countryside right across to Durham Cathedral and beyond. Hidden away down a quiet country lane yet conveniently within easy distance of the county’s most historic and unspoiled scenery, The Granary has something to offer guests of all ages.
The property lies only 5 miles away from Bishop Auckland, where the incredibly popular Kynren Spectacular is performed between July and September every year. Barnard Castle, the Bowes Museum, and Raby Castle can all be reached within an easy 30-minute drive as well as the historic, cathedral city of Durham which has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Younger children and train enthusiasts will enjoy taking a trip to the National Railway Museum in Shildon which is only 15 minutes drive away or take a ride on The Train to Christmas Town which runs through nearby Weardale and leaves from Stanhope Station only 25 minutes away. Perfect for walkers and cyclists too, the property is surrounded by open countryside and fields, and guests will find many established walks, public footpaths, and cycle paths within the area leading out into smaller villages including Witton-le-Wear, Escomb, and Butterknowle. Hamsterley Forest is one of the north’s most popular destinations for cyclists too, and is only 4 miles away. This impressive 2000-hectare site covers some of the most beautiful countryside and offers various bike trails of different difficulties and plenty of walks for guests of all abilities including the very popular Gruffalo Trail for children. Beach 26½ miles. Shop, pub, and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Smart TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet. Underfloor heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels, and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and stairgate. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Natural grounds with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Situated on the grounds of the owner’s farm where purebred Aberdeen Angus cattle are raised, The Granary is one of two cottages in a superb location. The Granary is a converted detached granary. It has underfloor heating throughout and electricity is supplied by the farm’s own wind turbine. Overlooking the hills and dales of beautiful County Durham guests will be able to see over miles of open countryside right across to Durham Cathedral and beyond. Hidden away down a quiet country lane yet conveniently within easy distance of the county’s most historic and unspoiled scenery, The Granary has something to offer guests of all ages.
The property lies only 5 miles away from Bishop Auckland, where the incredibly popular Kynren Spectacular is performed between July and September every year. Barnard Castle, the Bowes Museum, and Raby Castle can all be reached within an easy 30-minute drive as well as the historic, cathedral city of Durham which has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Younger children and train enthusiasts will enjoy taking a trip to the National Railway Museum in Shildon which is only 15 minutes drive away or take a ride on The Train to Christmas Town which runs through nearby Weardale and leaves from Stanhope Station only 25 minutes away. Perfect for walkers and cyclists too, the property is surrounded by open countryside and fields, and guests will find many established walks, public footpaths, and cycle paths within the area leading out into smaller villages including Witton-le-Wear, Escomb, and Butterknowle. Hamsterley Forest is one of the north’s most popular destinations for cyclists too, and is only 4 miles away. This impressive 2000-hectare site covers some of the most beautiful countryside and offers various bike trails of different difficulties and plenty of walks for guests of all abilities including the very popular Gruffalo Trail for children. Beach 26½ miles. Shop, pub, and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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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 2 pet(s)
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 cottage is in a rural area. Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex and Heritage Park Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Newgate Shopping Centre and Durham Indoor Market. Crook Leisure Centre and Shildon Sunnydale Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.

Bishop Auckland
What's nearby
- Low Barns Visitor Centre - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
- Heritage Park Stadium - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
- Witton Castle - 10 min drive - 4.3 km
- Escomb Saxon Church - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
- Hamsterley Forest - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Pollards Inn - 9 min drive
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Tindale Crossing Brewers Fayre - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The March Hare - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Reviews
Verified
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul Beswick
10 Aug 2025
Fantastic cottage.
Paul Beswick
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
20 Sept 2020
This cottage was beautiful.
Elizabeth
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alison
31 July 2020
Had a fabulous few days at the Granary, everything was clean and tidy, comfortable and everything th
Alison
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine
30 July 2020
A beautiful cottage with everything you could need for a great quiet break.
Geraldine
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
18 Apr 2020
A home from home.
Catherine
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie
17 Aug 2019
Beautiful home for the week with everything you could need.
Katie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julian
5 Aug 2019
An excellent cottage in every way.
Julian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judith
2 May 2019
We chose the Granary for its location and the pictures of the interior; we were not disappointed.
Judith
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annelies
22 Apr 2019
Lovely cottage, comfy beds, clean, modern bathrooms, friendly host, the list of possitive things is
Annelies
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jill
20 Feb 2019
Superb luxurious comfortable cottage.
Jill
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DAVIES
5 Feb 2019
Beautiful cottage situated in lovely countryside.
DAVIES
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