Gentiana Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

37 Customer Review(s)

Miss Goodyear
October 2020

“The cottage was lovely and was situated in a great location.”

Everything you needed was provided, however the master bedroom bed is definitely not a king but a double and the mattress was awful. We end up pushing the two single beds together and sleeping there as them mattresses we so much better!!

Everything you needed was provided, however the master bedroom bed is definitely not a king but a double and the mattress was awful. We end up pushing the two single beds together and sleeping there as them mattresses we so much better!! So my only recommendation would be to consider getting at least a new mattress for the double bed then it would 5/5 perfect!

- Miss Goodyear, October 2020
Mr Hollins September 2020

“A lovely cottage in a very scenic area.”

Facilities very good, apart from difficulties in lighting the log fire in spite of many attempts!

- Mr Hollins, September 2020
Miss Alexander October 2019

“This a beautiful cottage.”

Contrary to other reviews, the bed was very comfortable and I was not disturbed by the outside street light. It is right in the middle of Middleton, very convenient for local walks around this stunning part of the country.

- Miss Alexander, October 2019
Mrs Greaves-stocker August 2019

“Really good and helpful service”

- Mrs Greaves-stocker, August 2019
Mr Crawford July 2019

“Cottage was fine - a good location with amenities close.”

However, the one big moan I have about booking through Sykes was that after booking, I was continually bombarded with ads for Sykes on my computer - most of which were for the cottage I had booked! This was just really annoying - I was obviously very unlikely to book the same - or another cottage - before I had even been to the first one. I'm not talking of the occasional wee add in the corner of the page; Sykes bombarded my internet, making it a struggle to even read the BBC news. Whilst I will certainly return to the area where the cottage was located, I would never in a month of Sundays use Sykes ever again.

- Mr Crawford, July 2019
Ms Armstrong July 2019

“The mattress, pillows and protectors are needing replaced.”

Bed was very soft and dipping into where others have lain. Lovely village.

- Ms Armstrong, July 2019
Mr Hulford June 2019

“Single senior male stayed seven nights.”

The cottage met expectations with the following exceptions. Location exceeded. Extremely convenient for all activities and a grocery shop only a minutes walk away. Kitchen exceeded. Modern with all conveniences. Only the master bedroom and bathroom used. Mattress was soft and somewhat uncomfortable. Owners to check quality and age of mattresses. Artificial lighting in the bathroom and other rooms insufficient. Steep stairs to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Would not suit tenants with mobility constraints and or young active children. This should be stipulated in the listing.

- Mr Hulford, June 2019
Mrs Owen March 2019

“A really comfortable cottage, well equipped and in a superb location.”

- Mrs Owen, March 2019
Mrs Elliott January 2019

“This is a very comfortable, well equipped cottage.”

However, the thin curtains in the front bedroom are a problem with the street lamp right outside the window. I had to sleep in the back bedroom because of this, which is a shame as it could be so easily rectified with a pair of blackout linings. Apart from that, we were very happy, and very much enjoyed our stay in Gentiana Cottage .

- Mrs Elliott, January 2019
Mr Evans September 2018

“The cottage was fantastic in every way but one,it states en suite but it's not ...”

The cottage was fantastic in every way but one,it states en suite but it's not one of the bedrooms is on the landings which was a bit annoying as we are a bit older we like our privacy so it did spoil it a bit ,

- Mr Evans, September 2018
Mr Pearson May 2018

“The cottage was clean and very comfortable.”

The location is very convenient for the local shops and facilities. Middleton is a great base for exploring beautiful Teesdale. Highly recommended.

- Mr Pearson, May 2018
Mr Hutchinson April 2018

“The electric oven needed awareness on how to operate, fortunately instructions were available, a couple of light bulbs needed replacing, otherwise a lovely cottage in a beautiful village.”

- Mr Hutchinson, April 2018
Ms Gunn May 2017

“A fab stay ,location was perfect only a 2minute walk into the town centre .”

Would definitely stay again in this lovely cottage .

- Ms Gunn, May 2017
Miss Law April 2017

“I have booked here on three occasions and the reception I receive on my arrival is superb and I am always made of extremely welcome!”

- Miss Law, April 2017
Miss Hocken March 2017

“Lovely cosy, warm cottage with plenty of logs for the fire.”

Comfortable bed, good shower, lots of towels and kitchen well equipped. Excellent location with parking outside, and well placed for trips to High Force, Bowes museum and Barnard Castle.

- Miss Hocken, March 2017
Mrs Connolly November 2016

“Susan the caretaker was very helpful and was there to meet us with the key.”

The cottage was extremely clean and comfortable. The cottage had lots of information regarding leisure activities, walks and local attractions. The cottage was central to local amenities. The en suite shower was very welcome and a nice addition to the cottage. I would recommend this cottage as being very good value for money and a very high standard of cleanliness and comfort.

- Mrs Connolly, November 2016
Mr Callaghan November 2016

“A toilet on ground floor would be an improvement.”

- Mr Callaghan, November 2016
Mr Herd September 2016

“The house was perfect.”

Great kitchen and very nice e-suite. Village fine if a little disappointing with the pubs for food. The area is one of outstanding beauty. Barnard Castle the closest town has all you would ever need.

- Mr Herd, September 2016
Mr Scrivens August 2016

“Lovely cottage so convenient to the village with all the amenities needed for a relaxing holiday”

- Mr Scrivens, August 2016
Mr Thompson July 2016

“A nice cottage in a nice location with a handy selection of shops on your doorstep.”

- Mr Thompson, July 2016
Mrs Sarkar May 2016

“Gentiana Cottage was warm, comfortable and welcoming.”

The owner was also welcoming, helpful and flexible.

- Mrs Sarkar, May 2016
Mrs McQueen March 2016

“Great location in the heart of a very friendly village.”

Excellent local pubs and cafes. Beautiful scenery.

- Mrs McQueen, March 2016
Mr Cozens November 2015

“We were very happy with our choice of cottage in Teesdale.”

The location is great, right in the centre of the village with the Co-op three doors down the road. The cottage was warm and welcoming - indeed we had to go round turning radiators down - and the log burner was lovely in the cold grey evenings. Efficient Wi-Fi also, which I didn't pick up from the original info - probably my mistake but a welcome surprise. We would certainly recommend this cottage.

- Mr Cozens, November 2015
Mr Dean March 2015

“A great cottage at the heart of a beautiful village.”

- Mr Dean, March 2015
Mrs Hierons December 2014

“Loved Gentiana Cottage, warm and cosy, excellent location in the centre of the village.”

A short drive from Barnard Castle and Bowlees Visitor Centre and great walks from the doorstep or a short drive away i.e. High Force.

- Mrs Hierons, December 2014
Mr Fisher September 2014

“This holiday was a trip down memory lane so, as we had good weather and a comfortable cottage, it was a enjoyable week.”

- Mr Fisher, September 2014
Mrs Farrow August 2014

“Enjoyed the location of the cottage, close to the play park for the children and also handy for shops, cafe etc.”

View of the green and life going by from sitting room window, close to great countryside and local walks.

- Mrs Farrow, August 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2014

“Excellent Cottage!”

Simply loved it. Excellent cottage in a great location, and very convenient for Middleton's shops. And Middleton itself was a great base for exploring the surrounding area.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2014
Mrs Hawarden June 2014

“The Cottage was in a great position for all the beautiful countryside, yet so handy for village amenities.”

It was spotlessly clean, and although in the middle of a village was so quiet.

- Mrs Hawarden, June 2014
Mr Brabin-smith April 2014

“The accommodation was excellent, and the village of Middleton-in-Teesdale is very attractive.”

The centrality of the cottage (e.g., the Co-op within a hundred yards) was very convenient, and we were not troubled by any noise from the main street. The Tourist Office was very helpful. And County Durham has attractions all of its own.

- Mr Brabin-smith, April 2014
WendyH332 March 2014

“Long Weekend Break”

Just back from a long weekend in Gentiana Cottage. We found it to be a lovely cottage in the heart of the village. The property is a real home from home and has all you are likely to need for a break away. Wifi would have been a nice addition as phone and internet signal are not great on some networks. But that is just a suggestion. We would stay again. The parking is on street but we had no problem getting a space during our stay. Darker curtains in the main bedroom would be nice as the daylight comes in and the street light is directly outside the window and lights up the room through the night. But other than that enjoyed our stay and would stay again.

- WendyH332, March 2014
Mrs Hupin March 2014

“A lovely place with lovely people.”

Couldn't fault the location or the cottage at all, only wished we'd been able stay longer.

- Mrs Hupin, March 2014
Mrs Swinbank November 2013

“We experienced no problem with traffic noise, the house is well insulated.”

A well renovated traditional cottage with all mod-cons. 20 steps to the supermarket for morning bread and milk, 40 steps to the newsagent for a breakfast newspaper, and a friendly little café for the morning cappuccino practically next door. Of course for anyone who likes nature the walks from Middleton are varied and spectacular. We were there to visit family, and will certainly re-book the cottage in the future.

- Mrs Swinbank, November 2013
Mrs Jerath October 2013

“The cottage was very comfortable and cosy.”

- Mrs Jerath, October 2013
Mrs Adlard October 2013

“Well appointed warm and comfortable.”

Excellent shower which is a real bonus after a day in the rain. It was a ideally situated for exploring the area, and adjacent to local shops.

- Mrs Adlard, October 2013
Mr Kingsmill September 2013

“Lovely cosy cottage, very comfortable and warm.”

Usefully local shops close by. Nice en-suite to main bedroom. Excellent kitchen with all equipment you need for cooking and preparing meals should you so desire. Ideal location as a holiday centre. This was our first visit to this area of the country. We were very impressed and looking forward to returning.

- Mr Kingsmill, September 2013
beverlyellb May 2013

“Fabulous cottage in lovely Middleton in Teesdale”

We stayed here over the May Day Bank Holiday and had a wonderful time. The cottage is ideally situated with good on street parking directly outside the cottage and everything in the village in walking distance no more than a couple of minutes to everything. Everything you need is in the cottage and has a very comfortable king bed in the main bedroom with ensuite bathroom and comfortable twin room and a further bathroom upstairs. Everything was spotlessly clean and Janette the housekeeper was extremely helpful. Middleton is a great place to stay with lots of good days out to be had in this area, fantastic fish and chip shop and excellent meal had in the Brunswick Arms hotel on the Saturday night. Highly recommend this cottage.

- beverlyellb, May 2013
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The property

A delightful stone-built terraced house in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, ten miles from Barnard Castle in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Full of character and charm, this Middleton-in-Teesdale cottage provides a warm and cosy country retreat in the very heart of this wonderful area.

The cottage features two lovely bedrooms, with the master room boasting a walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite shower room, whilst downstairs there is a spacious kitchen/diner and a cosy sitting room with a woodburning stove.

Outside this cottage in Middleton-in-Teesdale is a rear yard with outdoor furniture, or you may wish to experience village life by taking the short stroll to the local shops, pubs and cafes.

The nearby market town of Barnard Castle, with its cobbled streets and quaint lanes, attracts visitors all year round, while the Northern Dales are just waiting to be discovered.

Take some time to visit medieval Raby Castle with its deer park, Bowes Museum, High Force Waterfall and Egglestone Hall.

A lovely Middleton-in-Teesdale cottage providing a perfect base for touring this unspoilt and increasingly popular area.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot
Roadside parking to front
Yard with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 2 mins walk
Note: Property is 25 yards from high street, there maybe some road noise during busy times.

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About the location

MIDDLETON-IN-TEESDALE

Barnard Castle 10 miles.

Nestling by the banks of the River Tees is the pretty Pennine village of Middleton-in-Teesdale which lies in the heart of Teesdale, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village offers a good range of shops, pubs and places to eat. This is superb walking country with high open moorland as well as pretty wooded valleys and the nearby waterfalls of High Force, Gibson's Cave and Cauldron Snout are amongst the most spectacular sights in the district. The nearby market town of Barnard Castle offers a full range of facilities.

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Reviews

“The cottage was lovely and was situated in a great location.”

“A lovely cottage in a very scenic area.”

“This a beautiful cottage.”

“Really good and helpful service”

“Cottage was fine - a good location with amenities close.”

“The mattress, pillows and protectors are needing replaced.”

“Single senior male stayed seven nights.”

“A really comfortable cottage, well equipped and in a superb location.”

“This is a very comfortable, well equipped cottage.”

“The cottage was fantastic in every way but one,it states en suite but it's not ...”

“The cottage was clean and very comfortable.”

“The electric oven needed awareness on how to operate, fortunately instructions were available, a couple of light bulbs needed replacing, otherwise a lovely cottage in a beautiful village.”

“A fab stay ,location was perfect only a 2minute walk into the town centre .”

“I have booked here on three occasions and the reception I receive on my arrival is superb and I am always made of extremely welcome!”

“Lovely cosy, warm cottage with plenty of logs for the fire.”

“Susan the caretaker was very helpful and was there to meet us with the key.”

“A toilet on ground floor would be an improvement.”

“The house was perfect.”

“Lovely cottage so convenient to the village with all the amenities needed for a relaxing holiday”

“A nice cottage in a nice location with a handy selection of shops on your doorstep.”