West Reins

Wow what a brilliant cottage, the hosts Helen and Richard could not be faulted on what they have created.

The views from the conservatory are exceptional. Great base for walls along the River Tees. Thank you.

Absolutely fabulous accommodation.

Spotlessly clean, well equipped, tastefully decorated with high quality furnishings and unbelievably beautiful views across rolling countryside from the conservatory. The hosts, Helen and Richard, are very approachable and friendly but they respect the guests' privacy. We are already choosing our dates for our next visit!

Beautiful place to stay everything was all there cleanliness was 5 star and the views were breathtaking we was welcomed by the owner who left us with a welcome hamper this was our 3rd time there definetely 5 star.

We will def be returning next year.

We have booked quite a few Sykes Cottages and West Reins is by far the best.

Superb cottage with plenty of space and equipment.Stylish furnishings throughout. The views of Teesdale from the rear patio and garden are Superb, there's that word again, Superb. Lovely welcome package from Helen and Richard who made us feel very welcome. Thank you.

Our third visit to this cottage, and a booking for 2027.

Everything you need in an immaculate cottage, including delicious food gifts to start your holiday. The view from the conservatory, with air conditioning, is beautiful and so relaxing, to sit with your morning drink, or evening tipple on the terrace, and take in the peaceful scenery.

It was as good this time as it was the first time we started in 2021

Lovely accommodation in a great location, and hosts were extremely helpful in making specific arrangements in preparation for us.

We aim to return next year if possible

This being our 3rd visit to this wonderful property in such a beautiful ideal location says it all.

The friendly hosts have created a gorgeous holiday home with amazing views. Can recommend this property and we will be returning.

Our 5th visit - everything was as perfect as our first visit.

Helen & Richard are perfect hosts, fab welcome hamper too!

This is an excellent and very comfortable cottage for two people!

Helen and Richard are very kind and welcoming hosts and living just next door! The facilities are first class and everything is provided to make your stay very enjoyable and hassle free! The cottage is Ideally situated just outside the village of Middleton in Teesdale with lovely views of the Dale! The village itself has everything from good coffee shops to a welcoming Co op and even a first class fish and chip shop!

This superb accommodation is an absolute gem.

Everything about it is amazing, including the view. Teesdale and the surrounding areas are beautiful, incredible places to visit and walk.

Excellent accommodation, could not be faulted, high quality, beautifully presented in good location with outstanding views.

Owners very friendly and helpful.

We had a great week at this beautiful cottage by far the best we have stayed in in over 30 years.

The view was spectacular. Helen was a lovely host. We hope to return next spring. Thanks Helen

a beautiful cottage in an amazing place with hosts that are friendly and thoughtful, always happy to help - we just keep coming back to this accommodation

A total gem!

From the moment we arrived, the warm welcome made us feel right at home. The property itself is stunning, and the view is stunning. It’s also perfectly situated for exploring the surrounding area.

We have stayed here many times in recent years.

As always the facilities, cleanliness and location are second to none. I couldn’t recommend West Reins more. Steve

We had a lovely 4 day break at west reins cottage.

A lovely comfortable & cosy accommodation. Well equipped & immaculate. Beautiful views & great walks . Couldn't fault anything about our stay .

Absolutely stunning property, very spacious, immaculate decor, fixtures and fittings, lovely warm welcome on arrival from the owner, with a lovely welcome pack.

Ideal base for walking and visiting the local area. Lovely cottage for relaxing and taking in the beautiful view.

This was our fourth stay at West Reins.

Each has been excellent. The property is just so comfortable and beautifully finished that we find it hard to leave. Helen and Richard are great hosts and the welcome pack is very generous.

The cottage was fantastic.

Extremely clean when we arrived, had everything we needed within the kitchen (we cooked most evenings). There is a co-op, corner shop, 2 restaurants, pizza takeaway and chippy all in the village. It's a perfect location to explore with walks along the river and also going up into beautiful Moorland from your front door. Drying rack is provided to wet clothes if it's rainy. WiFi was faultless and comfy sofas for relaxing in the evening. Overall an excellent stay.

This was our 3rd visit to West Reins and as we said to Helen when she welcomed us on our arrival, it feels like coming home.

We’ll definitely keep returning. Thank you for the effort you put in to providing this little haven Helen & Richard

Our fourth visit in as many years to beautiful West Reins and it’s just as idyllic and perfect as our first .

Thank you Helen and Richard.

Our 2nd visit to West Reins, this time an Autumn break.

The accommodation is excellent and can not be faltered. Everything has been thought of and provided. A lovely welcome from Helen who is close by should you need anything. Once again a very enjoyable week and we can highly recommend West Reins.

Brilliant cottage with panoramic views of the Teesdale Countryside, including the many sheep and cows.

An exceptional cottage, in every way - in a lovely location , that has everything you need for both a short or long stay! The underfloor heating is very effective and the cottage is especially “ cosy” on an autumn evening. The owners, Helen and Richard were particularly welcoming and live next door! Nearby Middleton Teesdale itself has several really welcoming shops, including a Fish and Chip Shop, the Co Op and 3 Tea Rooms! We particularly enjoyed the “Teespot” , with home made items!

Yet another fab visit, Helen and Richard provide a warm welcome to this cottage, this was our 4th and it was as good this time as our first visit.

The cottage is perfect in every way, just missed the sheep in the field this time! Thank you for our hamper too! See you next year!

Found the welcome pack ,very surprised !

Unexpected , cottage was well equipped and very comfortable ,views from the property were lovely ,we would consider coming back next year, there is so much to see in the area. We didn’t manage to to cover half of them. Thank you.

As return visitors to this wonderful cottage we can't praise the hosts enough for creating and maintaining this beautiful property .

it has everything we need for a relaxing holiday, regardless of the weather. Walks from the door, friendly tea shops, pubs and restaurants in the village. Or just sit and relax with a book and a cuppa in the conservatory with it's amazing view. Have already booked to return next year so can recommend this property.

Absolutely fantastic accommodation.

Spotlessly clean, fantastic facilities and well maintained. The views from the conservatory across the fields to the hills are stunning. We enjoyed our stay so much that we rebooked immediately for next year. The owners are very friendly but not intrusive in any way. 5 stars.

This is our fifth stay in 3.

5yrs so says it all, and have already booked again. Just as immaculate today as it was in 2021. Spotlessly clean and inviting.

As a regular user of Sykes for many years this property also stood out for us.

Stunning accomodation with everything thought of for what you need for a relaxing holiday. View to die for and even the sheep say hi. Owners are lovely and greet you on arrival and nothings too much trouble if needed. Our 2 nd year in Middleton and we love the area. Village a short 10 min walk with numerous cafes, pubs etc. Low Force / High force waterfall , Raby Castle, Bowes Museum are a must visit . Thank you for our stay in a beautiful, stunning property. We will definitely return again at some point.

This is the nicest property that we have stayed in, from all the many bookings we have made through Sykes.

We had a friendly welcome from the owners and a great welcome pack. As a jovial task my wife and I tried to find something that wasn’t provided but we failed! Everything about this property was first class; space; facilities; location; view from the conservatory I can understand why this property score a perfect 5. Thank you Helen and Richard.

A lovely cottage in a beautiful location.

Very clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed. Very friendly host who made us feel relaxed and welcome.

If there are two of you and you like The North Pennines area this is definitely the rental property for you.

West Reins is wonderful, very comfortable modern accommodation and spectacular views. You will be impressed. The owners, Richard and Helen are the ideal, welcoming hosts.

West Reins has simply the best and most beautiful view!

It’s quiet, so comfy and we were greeted with a very generous hamper of goodies by the owner. And local pubs/shops are just a stroll away…. Perfect!

We have a lovely stay at West Reins.

The cottage is fantastic with everything you could need and so cosy when it’s a little chilly outside. The views from the conservatory and patio and breathtaking. We’ll definitely be back.

West Reims is an extremely comfortable and cosy cottage with everything provided you could ask for and more.

The views from the cottage are amazing and its situation is ideal for access to local facilities. We were sorry to leave and look forward to returning at some point in the future.

Everything is so Perfect!

Already booked again!

5* The property is gorgeous with everything you need home from home gives you a warm hug and the view is amazing.

The attention to detail is excellent and the welcome basket was a added bonus, a credit to all the hard work and thought put in by Helen & Richard. We had the pleasure of watching the Lambs running round outside mere feet away. It’s a great base for the many attractions and walks. Already checking dates for return visit.

West Reins is everything that you want for a 5star break.

Immaculate in all aspects and we would not fault in recommending this property to anyone! Don’t change a thing & thank you for letting us use your beautiful property.

This is our 3rd visit to West Reins and have yet to be disappointed.

It has always been very comfortable and clean. It has everything you could need for a great stay.

The cottage has everything you could ever want provided and the view from the conservatory is spectacular.

Wi-Fi signal was excellent. Heating made the cottage very comfortable. The only word i can use to describe the property is perfect. Helen and Richard were very welcoming and friendly. The welcoming hamper was much appreciated. Thank you from Ian and Offie.

We are just back from a lovely relaxing week at West Reins.

The views from the sunroom windows are absolutely stunning. The cottage is comfy and beautifully decorated with everything we needed for a perfect stay. Middleton in Teesdale is a pretty and friendly village within a 5 minute walk from the cottage and we highly recommend lunch at Samuel James for good coffee and food. Recommend also Barnard Castle and Raby Castle, High and Low Force, and Stanhope for nearby days out. Helen, who owns the cottage is lovely and friendly and left us a much appreciated welcome basket of goodies. We will definitely be coming back to West Reins. Sam and Stephen Liverpool

A beautiful cottage, excellently maintained, with stunning views and ideally positioned for stargazing, sunrise and sunsets.

Even during some pretty rough storms it felt cozy and safe. A short walk to shops, cafes and pubs and an easy drive to longer walks in the stunning Teesdale countryside.

We would absolutely recommend this cottage.

Superb views, extremely comfortable and finished to a very high standard. The very friendly and welcoming owners have worked hard to provide a first class holiday property just on the edge of the lovely village, Middleton in Teesdale .

West Reins is a beautiful cottage - probably the most comfortable we have stayed in and the hosts, Helen and Richard, are lovely.

Our week at West Reins in November 2024 was our third stay there and it just felt like home stepping through the door again. Looking forward to the next time!

Helen and Richard have the perfect holiday cottage.

Everything is of the highest standard. Helen always gives us a lovely welcome and she is happy to help or give information. The view from the conservatory is simply breathtaking and we love the walk into the friendly village and it's amenities and shops. We are not reliant on the car and walk or use the local buses.

Fabulous holiday cottage, welcoming hosts, lovely views.

A pleasure to return to at the end of the day - a really enjoyable break.

This was our 2nd stay in this wonderful haven.

It was every bit as good as the first time and we were blessed with beautiful weather too. Booked again as soon as we got home! Thank you Helen & Richard for getting everything exactly how we like a cottage holiday to be.

It is delightful.

So comfortable. Superbly equipped. Lovely touches like red lights on the logs to look like a fire & fairy lights on the kitchen beam. Great maps & info leaflets. It's our 2nd visit & was fabulous, again. A generous welcome pack. All in all it's a 10/10.

Our second visit to a superb cottage.

Helen and Richard were welcoming and helpful as usual, superb hosts. We stayed here in one of the coldest weeks in June but the cottage was always cosy and warm, with extra blankets in the lounge if needed. Helen and Richard have thought of everything guests might need. We hope to return again.

Absolutely perfect, beautiful place with excellent views.

Helen and Richard as helpful as always.

First time staying at this wonderful cottage.

Everything was perfect from accomodation, location, views and hosts. We rebooked this holiday for next year before we'd even packed to come home. We have to agree with other reviewers when they say best holiday they've had with Sykes. All credit to the owners who have created and maintained such a lovely place.Thank you.

Had a great stay at this property it was to a very high standard cleanliness was top notch we are returning next may scenery was absolutely beautiful from the conservatory host was amazing and very helpful

West Reins is a gem.

The condition of the property is immaculate and very welcoming. It's location is good for touring the major attractions of the area for example Bowes Museum, Durham Cathedral and Richmond Castle. There is good nearby walks like High and Low Force. Middleton offers good eating out opportunities plus an excellent fish and chip shop. We couldn't fault it in any way. We especially appreciated the meet and greet given by Helen on arrival.

The cottage was home from home.

The attention to detail was superb. The view from the conservatory was breathtaking.

Absolutely perfect everything we needed and very clean beautiful views from the conservatory and lovely to see the sheep everyday.

Thank you Helen for our lovely stay in Yorkshire.

We loved the countryside views and the peacefulness. Property had everything needed for our stay. Would recommend West Reins very highly

This was our second visit and without doubt it is still the best property we have stayed in, and the views from the cottage are fabulous.

We have now booked a third visit for next year. We would highly recommend a visit to this property.

Shortage of utensils, needs some shade in the conservatory and the matrass was of a very poor quality and very unconvertable .

Owner Helen very friendly beautiful views would benefit if there was a BBQ it is a little gem it as been done up very nicely just a few little things let it down.

A lovely cottage with stunning views from the conservatory.

The cottage is clean, well kept and is well stocked having plenty of mugs, plates and kitchen equipment. The thoughtful welcome pack was an added bonus. We had several walks from the cottage, our favourite walk was via Teesdale Way to Eggleston Hall and Gardens and a lovely cafe, the cafe has limited opening days and times. We also caught the bus to Cotherstone and back via Tees Railway Path. A short car drive away there are many different types of walks, over moorland, beside the river or over the hills. This is one of the best places we have stayed at, we plan to come back soon.

Went on Google Street View so knew exactly where to find property.

Slight confusion on my part as to which property we were staying in on key collection. Cottage as described was excellent and very comfortable. Bed good.shower good.kitchen good .living area good.location good.helen very nice met us on arrival.could not fault anything.a very nice stay 10 out of 10.

This was our fourth stay at West Reins and it didn’t disappoint.

It is as fresh and spotlessly clean this stay as it was on the first. We have already booked our stay for next year Nothing is too much trouble for the owners and with the high spec furnishings and fittings it is impossible not to relax. With views you never tire of. The weather was awful but they cannot control that. We stay in warm, dry and comfortable.

An exceptionally comfortable cottage in the perfect location, where the owner has thought of everything to make your stay easy and relaxing.

If you enjoy walking you can be spoilt for choice, without using the car.

Our third visit to beautiful West Reins and another perfect stay.

Even the weather was good! We have already booked again for next year.

What a stunningly beautiful, clean & welcoming cottage, finished to a very high standard throughout & very deserving of all it's awards.

Such a restful location & atmosphere. Located in a stunning & unspoilt part of the country. Everything you could ever need is in this beautiful home away from home. The hosts are very warm & friendly, making your holiday stay even more enjoyable. Lots of places to visit nearby. Lots of amazing walks too. If you holiday here, you will not be disappointed and will feel so relaxed in this warm & inviting property & area. Deserves more than 5*.

Brilliant property, quiet with wonderful views.

Lovely hosts, a perfect break.

this cottage is top notch.

we had a cold week underground heating superb.great welcome pack.what a fantastic view.all kinds of wildlife.wish we could take it with us for every cottage hoiday

Our favourite holiday cottage- a wonderful escape with lovely views It’s just perfect and we look forward to returning next year

Property Perfect!

Hosts Perfect! Views Perfect! Weather could have been better but when staying at West Reins it doesn’t matter as you can admire the countryside from the comfort of your armchair in the conservatory!

A stunning cottage with everything you could possibly need and more.

The location is quiet yet an easy 5 minute walk to the village amenities and has the most amazing view from the conservatory. The cottage is very new with beautiful furnishings. The owner is lovely and provided the best welcome package we have ever experienced in our many years of cottage holidays. We were extremely happy there, even when it rained, and didn’t want to come home.

West Reins is the best holiday accommodation we've stayed in.

The style, decor and finish of the cottage are all superb. The welcome pack is pretty special too. Add in the wonderful views and you have the perfect place to stay.

Helen and Richard have a very well equipped and spotlessly kept cottage.

It's obvious that they take great pride in the place. On arrival it was so welcoming to open the door to a lovely warm environment and then to find the welcome pack with goodies in as well was just uplifting after being on the road for over 5 hours! Helen introduced herself the next morning and instantly noticed we may have some difficulties navigating the doorstep as my partner is in a wheelchair. There is also steps from the parking area that sykes haven't mentioned that are quite steep and concrete, but there is an alternate route to the cottage by using the sloped driveway next to the property that leads to the pavement and then you just loop down to the where you park for west rein! Helen sourced a ramp and put that in place whilst we were out, which was above and beyond and much appreciated! The property inside is completely accessible and has heated stone flooring. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend. It's the perfect base to explore a wide expanse of the area, we went from the Dale's to Hadrians wall. We had some rainy days and some dry days but we only spent one full day in. Kindly provided are a compendium of games and some interesting jigsaws if you want to stay put. The cottage is fully equipped for all your needs.

Absolutely gorgeous place to stay.

..warm,cosy, relaxing with everything you need and so much more... home from home in a lovely location for walking and sightseeing The owners are fantastic... we've booked for next year

Love this property, have been twice and fantastic both times.

Will definitely return and would not hesitate to recommend to family and friends. Thank you.

Thank you for our stay in your delightful property with superb views and homely touches.

We enjoyed everything about the cottage so much so that we booked again whilst there for later this year. The area is great for walking and delicious food is available at local restaurants. All in all, the perfect combination for a wonderful holiday.

West Reins is the best cottage we have ever stayed in.

It was spotlessly clean, very comfortable and has great views. We were so pleased with the cottage that on our first night we re-booked for later this year. Helen is a lovely host and provided a great welcome hamper and fresh flowers. There are great walks direct from the cottage and a good range of shops and places to eat and drink in walking distance. We only used the car twice to visit Barnard Castle and Durham.

We have stayed a number of times, I could not recommend this cottage anymore, and the surrounding area is fantastic.

Had a great stay here over Christmas 2023.

Lovely Host Helen, beautiful cottage with stunning views. Lots to see and do in the area, weather was challenging to say the least but managed to visit High and Low Force, many of the surrounding villages are very pretty particularly Romaldkirk which has a good pub, and Barnard Castle is worth a visit. Would have liked to have visited Raby Castle but maybe that is for next time. Accommodation has everything you could possibly need, lovely welcome hamper and even the Christmas decorations and tree were tasteful and made it feel very Christmassy. This is a cosy retreat with fantastic countryside views, did not want to leave! There is a butchers, co-op store and fish and chip shop within walking distance and some lovely country walks close by.

We had a lovely week at West Reins, the cottage has everything you need.

The views from the conservatory and kitchen are amazing. We were warmly greeted by Helen and we knew she was on hand if we needed anything. It was a lovely surprise that the cottage had been decorated for Christmas. The welcome basket was a real treat. Great location for visiting High Force, Barnard Castle and Bowes Museum.

Absolutely PERFECT- rebooked within 3 hours of our stay!

Helen and Richard made us welcome from the beginning of our holiday!

This cottage has everything one could wish for in equipment, fittings and comfort.

Unfortunately the weather was very wet whilst we stayed in County Durham but it was no hardship to spend time in the cottage, looking out of the conservatory into the countryside.

First class in all aspects.

A fantastic cottage with excellent views.

Very peacefull and comfortable accommodation. The hosts are lovely and we highly recommend a stay.

Lovely location

This is a beautiful, clean and very comfortable cottage.

It is really homely with lots of nice decorative touches. A lovely welcome basket was provided, which was much appreciated. The views from the cottage are stunning... especially when the sun is shining! Middleton is a lovely small town and it was great to be able to walk in for a drink, or fish and chips. We would love to return one day...

This is a delightful property on the edge of Middleton.

The Dales are on the doorstep, and, in full view from the dining room. The property itself has been thoughtfully built and furnished, the facilities are complete and easy to operate, We had a delightful time staying there and it made our holiday.

Beautiful property with spectacular view over Teesdale.

All the furnishings are fresh clean comfortable and modern. Owners very friendly and welcoming. Thoughtful welcome pack on arrival much appreciated.

Lovely cottage finished to a very high standard with lovely well maintained gardens.

Was really nice and relaxing to just sit and admire the views and wildlife from the property. The cottage is in a good location with just a short walk into the village and lots of nice longer walks straight from your doorstop so didn’t have to use the car. The owners are very friendly and make sure everything is fine.

Our third week in this beautiful cottage in 18mths should say it all.

Not only that but we have already booked a fourth next summer. The owners have created a home from home with breathtaking views over the Durham Dales. Those looking for somewhere to relax need look no further. We are happy to “just be” and take stock, with the occasional local walk. There are lots of places to visit locally and the owners local knowledge of the area will be happy to help.

Cottage superb best ever !

Views from window amazing. Great location.

As we stayed at West Reins during a really hot sunny spell we found the conservatory was too hot most of the time.

We think an insulated roof on the conservatory would be a welcome asset to a great property in a beautiful position, especially as temperatures are expected to rise countrywide.

Only one word stunning, beautiful situation very clean and comfortable.

To sit outside at any time of the day the views are wonderful. Helen & Richard were very nice and helpful. The conservatory is lovely, the outlook is so relaxing.

Fabulous place to stay Our second visit to this gem that is West Reins.

A perfect cottage; idyllic, peaceful and relaxing with stunning views. We can’t wait to return next year.

Great cottage - award (last year?

) very well reserved.

A fabulous cottage only surpassed by the stunning views.

A very relaxing holiday.

West reins is a lovely house with stunning views.

The lambs by the garden are a delight and sitting out is just so relaxing. The house was spotlessly clean and the owners quite rightly, take pride in the house and welcome guests warmly. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful part of the country.

We found West Reins to be a first class holiday cottage, it was extremely clean, very spacious with fantastic.

We honestly could not find anything to complain about, anyone who books this cottage will not be disappointed. Many thanks for a very luxurious stay.

West reins is a fantastic holiday property with the best views!

The comfort of the property and the warm welcome from the owners is fantastic. Short walk down to Middleton and great walks from the door. A brilliant holiday location and first class accommodation.

Brilliant place to stay.

Many thanks.

We were delighted with our stay at West Reins.

The owners had thought of everything you would need for a very comfortable stay. With lovely views over valley couldn't have better setting. (Lambs in front field a bonus)!

Wonderful, warm, comfortable cottage.

Immaculate inside and out. welcoming owners. Perfect location for walking and days out in the car. So relaxing, just looking at the amazing views. Just perfect 10/10

There was absolutely everything that you could possibly need in this cottage.

The view whilst eating your meals was spectacular. Walks around Middleton were stunning. A supermarket, two pubs serving food, and a superb fish and chip shop in Middleton made this place exactly what we needed. Not to forget the two lovely tea rooms. We had bouncing lambs in the next field plus pheasants and rabbits, and to top it off was the peace and quiet. Faultless

"West Reins" is a beautiful property to holiday in with every facility provided by the owners, spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable.

The views from the property are splendid as is the whole area of Teesdale. My wife and I will certainly return again. Philip and Stella Flanders

Lovely cottage with fabulous views and very welcoming hosts a great location to relax and get away from it all

Perfect place to stay

Thank you SO much for a gorgeous stay to celebrate my husbands 30th & for going above & beyond to make it special (& to accommodate our baby)!

We had a lovely stay & it really was home from home (but with a better view!!). Highly recommend to all.

Excellent in everyway Accommodation, warm and home from home Friendly owners, very helpful, always there if needed Beautiful area for walking, great cafes, local shops and pubs Can't wait to return!

Very nice cottage, we will definitely stay again and would not hesitate to recommend.

Thank you

This is a fantastic place to stay with superb views.

It also has everything you need for a fab break and is very clean and comfortable. The owners Helen and Richard provided a superb welcome pack (the best we have come across) which is not a requirement but a very nice bonus. Other than an initial 'Hello' by Helen, they left us to enjoy our time in peace knowing they were available if needed. The underfloor heating was brilliant as it was around freezing point outside for our stay. We would highly recommend this cottage.

Gorgeous cottage with all you need.

Lovely views across the valley. Easy to travel to villages and Teesdale way walks. Helen and Richard are great hosts and the welcome pack is perfect. We will return.

Fabulous cottage everything has been thought out for the comfort of the holiday maker to a high specification extremely clean and everything you need to make the holiday complete The welcome pack including milk and tea cakes was very welcome The views WOW !

!!! spectacular A fantastic holiday a credit to the owners Thank you we will be back

Third stay in recent years, the cottage is a very high standard, and I definitely recommend it.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at west reins.

The cottage was extremely well equipped and very homely. A lovely location too, plenty of walks and places to visit. We will definitely be booking again.

Superb cottage, extremely well appointed, spacious, clean & comfortable in a lovely location.

Helen & Richard kindly left us a very generous welcome hamper & beautiful fresh roses. We enjoyed walks locally & appreciated the walking books & maps in the cottage. We particularly enjoyed sitting in the conservatory looking out at the views across the valley & watching the ever changing weather. We definitely hope to return one day.

Warm, friendly welcome from the owners Richard and Helen.

Cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. Lovely views across the valley from the conservatory. We have already booked again for next year. Thank you.

Fabulous cottage in a beautiful setting.

We had a super week.

A first class property and one we really enjoy going back to, Helen and Richard are excellent and always help if necessary.

Great cottage would recommend this place to all my friends and family.

Ideal place to stay if you enjoy walking. There’s nothing bad to say about this place, the owners are there if you need them.

Modern well equipped property that would certainly recommend to anyone without hesitation!

Ideal location, & views to die for Thanks

West Reins is the perfect property for relaxing and enjoying the fabulous views from the house and it's garden.

The house was spotless and the welcome pack was lovely . The owners should be proud of themselves as this was one of the best rentals we have stayed in. If we stay in the area again this would be our first choice.

This property is located in a lovely venue for 2 people to have a relaxing break overlooking the beautiful countryside or exploring the local area.

Helen and Richard have set the bar high, the place is clean, well laid out and has pretty much everything you’ll need while there. I would highly recommend the property, so much so I am looking at opportunities to revisit next year. Many thanks.

What a fantastic stay a beautifully kept property, spotless and lovingly kept.

Sofas were very comfortable and the Smart TV was great. The conservatory was beautiful to sit in and enjoy the views, and also have a meal. The kitchen was well equipped. The bedroom was a large size with plenty of storage space. The bathroom was excellent. We would definitely stay again and would recommend to friends. A wonderful relaxing stay.

Love this cottage it’s so comfortable and cosy A perfect place for relaxing and enjoying the wonderful views after a day out

We fell in love with this beautiful cottage and it’s sublime view from the moment we arrived.

Helen and Richard have created a fabulous space in this idyllic location and we had a perfect, relaxing holiday. We have already booked again for next year.

Our second stay this year should say something about West Reins.

Beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean. The owners are both welcoming and kind. Views over the valley are to behold, a calming green patchwork. We hope to be back soon.

Excellent.

Everything we needed, very clean, beautiful view, great location.

Just an absolutely fabulous place to stay

Perfect for a couple, well laid out with high ceilings and added bonus of a conservatory to make the most of the wonderful views even in the rain.

Countryside walks nearby make it an excellent location.

Helen and Richard are wonderful hosts, our welcome made us feel like friends.

They had gone to exceptional lengths to make West Reins a home away from home. The welcome pack, flowers and extras were a special touch. Views? Spectacular on sunny days and dull days. It has been the best Sykes cottage we have stayed in. 5 star. Thank you so much Helen and Richard.

Fantastic cottage, so clean & comfortable & spacious.

Lovely to have meals in the conservatory watching the lambs playing, with a very scenic background. Welcome basket of goodies much appreciated. Friendly hosts, around, but not intrusive. A short walk into the village with good shops, chippy & many local walks. Highly recommend.

A great, well equipped cottage with lovely views and equally lovely owners.

We were given a generous welcome pack plus fresh flowers. The owners live next door and Helen was always on hand if needed with nothing being too much trouble. One of the best cottages we have stayed in and we would thoroughly recommend to anyone wanting to explore the area. It’s a short walk into the pretty village of Middleton with essential shops and more. If you don’t feel like cooking the food at the Teesdale Hotel is very tasty and reasonably priced.

Just a perfect holiday cottage set in a lovely location -it was very comfortable and the hosts were so helpful and friendly We can’t wait for our return visit

This is a fabulous cottage,very clean and comfortable and everything we needed,the views are spectacular from the beautiful conservatory.

Hellen and Richard are lovely and they left us a very welcome hamper of goodies.we had some lovely walks from the cottage and some lovely days out,we will definitely be coming tot West Reines again.

This cottage is absolutely beautiful clean comfortable with beautiful views over the valley couldn’t fault a thing and the owner Helen was very lovely helpful and welcoming.

The location and view were both fantastic, and it's a lovely little bolthole.

Warm, clean, comfortable and with everything you could need, great for a base to explore the area.

This was our second stay at West Reins and we have booked yet again.

We think that says it all! The attention to detail both in the accommodation and equipment, as well as the most wonderful welcome "pack", show that Helen and Richard really care about their guests and want them to have the best holiday experience in their beautiful cottage. The access to stunning countryside, either on foot from the cottage, or a short drive away, makes it a perfect base from which to explore the area of Upper Teesdale. Or just sit in the conservatory & drink in the view!

Absolutely beautiful property with brilliant views.

Everything you could need and more. The village is just a short walk away with tea shops, small supermarket. It certainly is a walkers paradise, with walks from the doorstep. Barnard Castle is just a short drive away. The owners are not intrusive in any way but are there if you need them. Would certainly recommend. Thanks for making our holiday one to remember.

Booking to return in the Summer should be sufficient reason for anyone reading this to know we loved it.

Cottage is one of the best we have stayed at. Helen and Richard the owners were really lovely and were happy to help but not at all intrusive. Beautiful countryside views.

This was a brilliant accommodation.

There is nothing to fault about it. Everything is 10 out of 10. Highly recommended. The underfloor heating at the time of year we went (December) meant walking on it barefoot was not a problem. The welcome pack was 2nd to none. Helen, the hostess, was fabulous and very welcoming.

Beautiful cottage in amazing surroundings.

The owner was very friendly and welcoming. We received an outstanding welcome pack. The cottage was exceptional clean and very comfortable. We have already booked to return next year. Highly recommended.

Excellent accommodation, exceeded our expectations.

Helen couldn’t do enough for us. If you get the opportunity to stay here, you certainly won’t regret it. Thankyou Helen and Sykes Cottages

What a beautiful cottage, very clean, warm, and comfortable.

We received a lovely welcome from Helen, the basket of goodies left was very generous and thoughtful. We very much enjoyed sitting in the conservatory looking out at the beautiful view. We have stayed in many self catering cottages over the years and can honestly say West Reins fully deserves 10 out of 10.

Well-equipped, warm, clean and cosy cottage with fabulous views, very helpful owners on site too.

Just a few minutes walk into the the village which has cafes, pubs, Co-op, butcher. Lots of great walks directly from the cottage, had a really enjoyable week.

Delightful accommodation - tasteful, spacious and with panoramic views of Teesdale.

Immaculate property overlooking the Teesdale valley.

Very friendly and welcoming owners, who live at the next door property. We were greeted by a lovely Welcome Pack and could charge the car, thanks to power sockets near the parking space.

Absolutely 10 out of 10.

Couldn’t fault a thing. Beautiful cottage. Friendly hosts. Our friends visited us there and booked immediately!

Beautiful cottage views were amazing .

Lovely welcome pack . Fresh flowers what more can you ask for . We will be back x

If Carlsberg did holiday accommodation, I'm not sure they'd be able to surpass West Reins.

It really is one of the most beautiful, comfortable, thoughtfully put together holiday rentals I have stayed in for many years. Directions were spot on, parking was easy and access to the property was without incident. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a lovely welcome basket containing wine, coffee, biscuits, crisps and hand sanitiser, and a vase of beautiful fresh roses. The house was immaculate, the kitchen well equipped with everything you could possibly need, including salt, pepper, oil, tin foil, cling film, washing tablets and fabric softener the living area, conservatory and bedroom were all really comfortable with lots of home touches. The shower was wonderful and there were plenty of towels (hand towels, bath towels and bath sheets). I can't write a review without mentioning the view, it really is breathtaking and we spent several evenings just sitting on the terrace with a glass of wine gazing out across the valley. Helen and Richard were perfect hosts and really couldn't do enough to help and happily shared the lovely produce from their greenhouse. I would definitely recommend and very much look forward to visiting again.

Excellent cottage, and would highly recommend.

We will definitely be returning and looking forward to it. Steve (Lincoln)

An exceptional cottage set in a stunning part of the country.

We particularly enjoyed the view over the hills, and adjacent sheep field!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Our host Helen and Richard were always at hand for any enquiries or help we had as we stayed with our 10 month old baby. The cottage was located close to the village and tourists attractions. We will highly recommend this cottage :)

West Reins, has offered everything it has promised.

The home is beautifully decorated with everything one would need, immaculately clean. The Hosts left a welcome basket ,which went down a treat.I would highly recommend this affordable ,luxurious beautiful gem.Thank you Richard and Helen.

The cottage is beautifully furnished throughout with high quality fixtures and fittings.

The views are amazing looking out across Teesdale from the patio and garden. It is only a short walk into the village and there are plenty of day walks from the village. The perfect retreat, we will definitely be visiting our great hosts again.