Churchill Cottage
- 4 guests
- 2 beds
- 1 bathroom
- Pet Friendly
Description
Churchill Cottage is a pleasant pet-friendly cottage set in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
Offering a relaxed base for couples, friends or a small family exploring this historic part of the North East, with an enclosed garden and amenities close by, it suits easy-going stays with time to unwind.
Pull up and park before stepping inside, where the hallway is finished in calming yellow hues that set a relaxed tone as you leave coats and shoes behind.
From here, move into the sitting room, a welcoming space centred around a feature fireplace, with armchairs and a sofa arranged for conversation, and a wall-mounted TV ready for evenings in, with original artwork by Sarah Churchill displayed throughout the cottage, adding character and a strong sense of place.
The kitchen and dining area offers a sociable setting for everyday living, with rich blue hues adding depth, a rustic wooden dining table encouraging unhurried meals, and space to prepare food with ease, supported by a washing machine that keeps longer stays running smoothly.
A door that leads out to the patio, where a picnic bench provides a simple spot to sit outside with a drink, enjoy fresh air or let the dog wander safely nearby.
Head upstairs to reach the bedrooms, where the layout offers flexible sleeping arrangements.
One zip-and-link bedroom is arranged with a sofa and armchair, creating a relaxed retreat for reading or unwinding at the end of the day.
The second zip and link bedroom benefits from an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath and walk-in shower, basin and WC, offering a private space to start and end the day at your own pace, while an additional separate WC adds everyday convenience.
With a shop and pub close by and the River Wear nearby for gentle walks.
Churchill Cottage brings together character, location and space for a memorable stay in Bishop Auckland.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Baby Friendly
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Off Road Parking
- Wifi
- Baby Friendly
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Off Road Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
lovely cottage,beautifully situated, every amenity, (except for a downstairs loo,) which actually wasn't that inconvenient!
Be warned that the proximity or the amazing palace and gardens also means the entry clock tower is next to the cottage. but it does have gentle bongs. we should probably have chosen the furthest bedroom. - as our grandson stayed and attested to that. Also the staff from the Auckland project and were on hand at an instant when we needed them to show us the heating which was lovely and warm and also when we locked ourselves out! Nothing was too much trouble.
Property was lovely.
Visitors should ensure they visit all that the Auckland Trust, which owns the property, has to offer. The Bishop’s Palace, the grounds, the Spanish Art Gallery, and the Mining museum are all worth visiting. We enjoyed eating at the Spanish Tapas Restaurant and the various cafes on offer.
Churchill cottage was basically excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, especially as the weather was kind.
The fenced front garden was also excellent for our dog. There are one or two suggestions I would make. There were no suitably sized microwaveable dishes; a couple of small casseroles would resolve this. The latches and bolts on the front and back doors need attention, but especially the front ,where a small adjustment to the striker plate would resolve the issue of keeping the door closed when not needing to lock it. These are minor issues, but frustrating. The Aukland Project was impressive and as we have friends in Darlington we are likely to be back
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250
Smoking
Not permitted
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1199564
Parking
Off Road Parking
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome