The Hay Barn

This is a little gem.

Everything you need and really comfortable. A lovely welcoming pack and Jo / Richard were the ideal hosts, nothing was too much trouble. They were attentative and very helpful but not obtrusive, just about ideal.The barn had everything we needed to make our stay relaxing and enjoyable. There is plenty to do ( or not do) in the surrounding area and we will definitely be returning next year. So thanks Jo and Richard we will see you next year PS - We miss the chickens

We spent a week in the Haybarn with our grandchildren aged 9 and 13.

The accommodation is spacious and impressive. Everything you could need is provided, the beds are very comfortable and the area around has walking and cycling trails literally on the doorstep. Our host Jo was great, very welcoming making sure we had everything we needed in addition to the welcome pack. The kids said they loved the Haybarn and wanted to stay there again as a week was not long enough to visit half of the attractions available nearby. We highly recommend the Haybarn for the quality of the accommodation, the care and attention given by the hosts and the number of attractions to be found in the County

We received a lovely welcome from Jo and family at the Hay Barn.

The barn is very comfortable and stylishly renovated, in a rural location on the farm , though conveniently close to local amenities and an easy drive to locations including the local coastline, good local beaches, Durham, Newcastle etc. We enjoyed watching the chickens roam, and other movements on a busy farm, and there is enough space to enjoy sitting out. We felt we had ample privacy yet Jo could be contacted next door in the event of any problems. The bedrooms are very comfortable, with good bathrooms, and ample storage. Well equipped kitchen and facilities really help easy a home from home relaxing stay. The dining table space would be a bit cramped for 6 guests but it was fine for us as a family of 4 teenagers/adults. We would happily book again if up in this area.

This was our second visit to the Haybarn.

The property is well equipped and a home from home. Some lovely walks direct from the property. We had a lovely week.

On paper The Hay Barn seemed perfect but the reality was so much more.

Beautifully set amongst a handful of farm properties, the double height, light and airy lounge and exceptionally well equipped kitchen provided everything we could need. The layout is ideal with downstairs super king bedroom and ensuite great for us oldies leaving the upstairs 2 bedrooms and bathroom to the younger family. Hetton Country Park with it's many walking trails literally on the doorstep. Dog friendly, EV charging point and bus stops at end of drive. What more could you ask for. Just perfect

This is our second visit to The Hay Barn and again it was the perfect getaway!

So many lovely touches which make us feel so welcome - thanks Jo and Susan! Our son really appreciated the little office / study for pre-exam prep. It's a lovely quiet location; the hens and ducks waddling past at various points are great fun. As a base for going out and exploring it is perfect, but for having some down-time too, it is just a lovely place to be. A 5* recommendation from us!

We booked The Haybarn for ourselves and a family member.

It was ideally located close to the A19 and Dalton Park. Whilst between two built up areas it was still rural with lovely surroundings. The property itself was well furnished and presented. Jo was a great host who managed to balance being available but not overbearing. We will definitely stay again when we come back to the area.

This is a must stay place!

Quality of the conversion and all fittings, beds, bedding - all absolutely wonderful ! Loved the small touches from Jo and Richard and also to have sky sport was incredible. We stayed as away fans - Brighton - to go to the Stadium of Light and it was a perfect countryside location Cannot thank our hosts enough - would highly recommend

If your looking to book this don't hesitate, great place to stay.

It's got everything you need. Beds are really comfy. Kitchen has all you need. Bathrooms and toilets clean and tidy. Parking with electric point a bonus for us as we had 2 electric vehicles. Nice little touches like milk, a cake, prosecco etc there on arrival. It's a thumbs up from us.

Delightful property, lovely welcoming touches on a beautiful farm.

From booking through to departure the communication was excellent, Jo was helpful and always prompt to reply, offering help with extra parking as needed.

The Haybarn is a lovely cottage, we particularly enjoyed the little office/reading room upstairs which offers valuable extra space. Beds comfy, kitchen well equipped, whole place spotless. Thoroughly deserves top marks.

We had a lovely time at the Haybarn - it is so comfortable, warm, cosy and has everything that could possibly be needed; so many thoughtful details.

Jo, the owner was very welcoming and friendly; communications before we arrived were excellent. Lots of lovely walks nearby along with Durham and the Penines within easy reach. The EV charger was a fantastic bonus for us too. All in all, a fantastic place to stay and hope we can return soon!

Comfortable and spacious property for the 2 of us.

Well equipped. Good location for nearby walks, in easy reach of the coast, Durham and Sunderland. Is on a working farm so there is a lot of vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Wonderful, always a warm welcome, over the last few years, we've been back several times, our home away from home.

Jo and Richard, the property owners, are onsite and super helpful if you need anything, but never intrude, just always super helpful if you have a question. Everything you need is provided and all amenities are near at hand, great dog walking just out of the door! The wonderful glass beach at Seaham is just a few miles down the road and the great attraction of Beamish, is just a little further afield. The property is comfortable and cosy, the log fire is super on a cold night and we love the place, rain or sunshine. Two generous double bedrooms and a comfortable twin at the back, with a cosy nook upstairs for kids to play, or for a peaceful read. We'd recommend The Haybarn to anyone visiting Seaham and nearby attractions

Lovely cottage, very well appointed.

It was nicely decorated, comfortable, clean and we could see the attention that had been paid to the little details. Already thinking about going back.

Absolutely gorgeous accommodation.

Private parking and garden was perfect for our needs. Welcome gifts were lovely. Chickens were friendly and inquisitive. Great location, lots to do nearby. Will definitely be back ☺️

It was a brilliant 5 days, we appreciated the handbook with guidance on the house but also helpful suggestions on where to go locally.

We managed to fit lots in and it felt like we were coming home for a relaxing evening. Being on a working farm with the friendly hens was also a big win for our 3 year old. The barn was accessible for all including the grandparents with a downstairs bedroom and on suit. Would definitely recommend.

We had a wonderful stay, the little extras were lovely, especially after a long journey from Plymouth.

It was a great base for us to visit family. The bed was extremely comfortable which is always a big plus. Also, we loved the chickens. The owners were very accommodating when we needed extra parking for family.

The owners are exceptional.

Friendly and accommodating. The Barn itself is lovely and modern, well equipped and so comfortable. Set on a working farm it was ideal for walking our dogs each day on site. Lovely touches were a bottle of Prosecco, cake and dog treats. Highly recommend.

A beautiful cottage in an idyllic setting!

cleanliness is second to none. There are a range of activities close by and stunning coastal walks only 15minutes away .Durham is a hidden gem along with the Haybarn.

The Haybarn is one of those rare holiday cottages which gives you a big hug the moment you arrive and you feel that the owners are only too happy to ensure you have a good holiday experience.

It was very comfortable and stylish and the kitchen well equipped, including foil and cling film! Lots of information and a few goodies (thank you) really helped us settle in and explore the area. The inquisitive chickens were a delight too (along with the lambs and horses).

Stunning property, a touch of luxury as soon as you walk through the door.

Quality furnishings and really well equipped. Ideal location for people attending events/weddings etc at Dalton old pump house and Ramside Hall hotel. The hosts Jo and Richard were so accommodating and welcoming and we will definitely be back.

Superb accommodation - a lovely house to stay in.

We had a great time.

We always have a great stay at The Haybarn, Jo and Richard are always very welcoming it's our home away from home.

There's parking spaces for the house and an EV charging point if you need it. The house is clean and tidy and well set up, there's a nice basket of logs on arrival, ready for a cosy, evening fire, which was perfect for the day we arrived. Everything you need is supplied, and there's a small Co-op and a Lidl not far away if you forgot something. We like the peaceful location, I'm there for the beach, which is just a few miles away, and Dalton Park is great for a bit of retail therapy should you wish to indulge. Seaham has a few nice places to eat, and there's information at the house about some of the eateries. We've stayed several times now, and we love it, our dog loves it too, walkies straight out of the door to the woods and country park, or a car ride to the beach. Dog treats and towels for dirty paws provided! I'd recommend The Haybarn, great for families or a couple like us who enjoy the space

Lovely place to stay and great location.

Amazing property, spotless clean and tidy, the little details definitely puts this property/owner at the top of their game.

Everything was thought of and it was just like home from home, I had taken little things with us like, dishwasher tabs, washing up liquid etc as holiday let properties we had stayed In before didn’t have these things, but absolutely no need as Jo had thought of everything

We have just returned from a short weekend trip to this lovely property within striking distance of both Durham and the north east coast.

The location was brilliant and the property is set up a long driveway which is part of a working farm complex. We thoroughly enjoyed feeding the hens and the outlook was really nice, cute little touches around the exterior with plenty of parking. Inside was beautifully maintained to a very high standard. Modern and nicely decorated throughout, spotlessly clean with comfortable beds and plenty of space and storage available.. The house was fully equipped with everything you would need to enhance your stay. It really is a home from home. We lit the wood burning stove as it was a very cold weekend and followed the instructions in the guest book, which is very well prepared with loads of info. We met Jo, our host walking her dogs and she was very warm and friendly. I would definitely recommend this house for a lovely stay. I am quite fussy where I stay and I had a truly fantastic time here and would definitely return.

We had a wonderful week staying at the Haybarn.

The Haybarn had everything we needed, and the welcome gifts and flowers were a lovely surprise. The accommodation is beautifully decorated. The beds were super comfy and we all slept well, recovering from days out, long walks and exploring. We loved having the chickens outside and feeding them a few treats. The Haybarn is in a great location for heading out to explore the local areas, sea glass hunting on Seaham beach being one of our favourite! We had a wonderful stay and would definitely return.

We had a lovely couple of days at the Hay Barn, the property itself was beautiful and had everything we needed and more.

The downstairs bedroom and ensuite was just what we needed for my elderly Mum who would of struggled with the stairs. It was lovely waking up to all the farmyard noises and sitting out having breakfast with the hens. The welcome gifts were a wonderful touch which were greatly received. We meet Jo the owner who was lovely. We would definitely go back.

This is my second stay at The Haybarn but it won’t be my last.

This is a very well managed, comfortable, clean and well resourced accommodation. The owners are on hand if needed but never intrusive. The setting is just beautiful and with walks from the door around the neighbouring countryside for the dog. There is so much wildlife and flora on this responsibly managed farm. The surrounding area equally rich in wildlife. I loved watching the chickens who bob about, the friendly robin that visited daily and the swallows at dusk. A real home from home and a valued relaxing break. Well positioned to visit the local coastline and areas of interest. I recommend without reservation.

It was lovely to go back to the Hay Barn (our second visit).

The property is lovely, comfortable and welcoming and the owners Jo and Richard are lovely too. They are available for any questions and are very friendly but are not intrusive so we had our privacy. It was lovely to meet Roger (the very big cockerel), Thor (the white hen) and their friends. We also got to meet their dogs and to see the sheep and the Alpacas. We really love it here - a real home from home - and hope to come back again in the future.

The accommodation was excellent.

Good quality furnishings, bedding and towels with a very well stocked kitchen and welcome treats. Fabulous place to spend a couple of days away with the family.

This is a beautifully appointed property on a farm - so lovely surroundings as well.

The owners, who live on the farm, are also very friendly and helpful. It is one of the best properties I have stayed in and I would fully recommend it.

Thank you for making us so welcome.

A lovely comfortable stay and some nice walks.

Fantastic stay.

The Hay Barn was really well equipped and comfortable for our few nights away. The walk from the barn around the fields was perfect for a young puppy to burn off energy. Thank you for a great time.

Beautiful cottage.

Had everything we needed. Owner was really friendly and helpful. Had a great stay.

We had a great time at the Hay Barn, the accommodation and surroundings were absolutely perfect.

The attention to detail such as a welcome pack and car charging were second to none. I can see us potentially booking for Nov’24 if they’ll have us back !! Thank you

Loved it!

Hopefully will visit again xxxx

Fabulous accommodation in a great location for exploring the Durham coast.

Beautifully clean, very spacious and comfortable. So many thoughful touches - the warm doggy towel in the utility room was enjoyed by our pup after rainy walks! Thank you Jo & family - we loved it and will be back again soon.

Beautiful property with all the essentials and plus some!

Thoughtful touches such as milk, tea and coffee and even cake provided - plus a bottle of bubbles was a lovely surprise! Fabulous position and lovely to wake up to chickens crossing the farm lanes and lovely walks.

Beautiful Barn conversion .

Perfect for a group of friends staying like us . Very friendly welcoming owner . We will be booking again for next year .

I would highly recommend The Haybarn.

It has been beautifully renovated and is a credit to the owners. The property is equipped with everything you could possibly need and is fresh and very clean. We had a wonderful holiday.

The most wonderful stay was just magical, the host is an absolute treasure cannot recommended this place any higher worth every second and fantastic value for money.

Had a wonderful week with family in this delightful cottage.

The main room with kitchen dining living room is well equipped and large enough for everyone to be around watching tv whilst cooking and chatting. Bedrooms are also a high standard. Location is great for beeches or Newcastle city and some good fish and chips places. The cottage is in a very peaceful location on a farm with some lovely walks. There was a comprehensive manual with many recommendations we found very helpful.

Had another lovely stay in The Hay Barn, it was our 4th time in the last couple of years and the only property we have ever been back to.

Everything you need for a relaxing stay in a peaceful setting, very handy for outlet shopping, Seaham beach and many other attractions. Jo and Richard are very helpful and always make us feel welcome, but never intrude. Our dogs love it, lots of great walks, just be sure to bring wellies and clothes for all seasons at the moment, ample muddy paw towels are always available!

What an amazing property We have a small dog and found it a challenge to find anywhere close that would accommodate him This cottage was perfect He was downstairs only and didn’t feel left out as there was a huge living and kitchen area Got spooked by the chickens but that was all Lovely walk close by to tire him out I’m simple words PERFICK !

Exceptional property!

The property was of a very high standard and the facilities very luxurious.

We had a fantastic stay

This a comfortable and well resourced property in a scenic spot.

A peaceful and very enjoyable stay was had by all. It is very well positioned for exploring the north east and beyond. The dog absolutely loved the local walks from the door step as well as those at the coast just a short drive away. The thoughtful and friendly owners, who live nearby, are not at all intrusive. I can safely say after renting holiday lets regularly over the past 20 years this was one of the very best! I would return in an instant!

This was our second stay at The Haybarn and will not be our last, it's a cosy place and very convenient for the places we like to visit.

Our dogs are welcome and there are plenty of walks for them just outside the door. The owners are onsite and very helpful if you need anything and are not in any way intrusive. We got lucky with the weather and greatly enjoyed the cold snap and the log burner in the evenings. Great place to stay!

Don’t often leave reviews but have to take time out to give Jo and her barn a easy 5 stars The accommodation was spotless clean and is very well equipped with everything you would need Comfy large beds, spacious and homely.

Love the stove Whilst Its on working farm we had a peaceful stay Would definitely stay again and recommend Thanks for having us Jo and Thanks for the warm welcome gifts very appreciated

We had an amazing time at the Hay Barn wonderful property it had everything you need and more.

Jo had left some lovely treats for us and was so welcoming to her lovely property. We would highly recommend the Hay Barn it’s so handy for visiting Durham and Sunderland and surrounding areas. Spotlessly Clean and so comfy to relax in too.

This is a fantastic place to stay!

! Beautifully decorated throughout and everything you need is provided, lovely quality bed linen and soft towels along with anything you’ll need from a kitchen

Absolutely wonderful property with all you could want and more!

The little welcoming touches were unexpected but very much appreciated. Would definitely stay here again!

Great location Super cottage Spotless Very well presented Will return

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hay Barn.

We were very comfortable. In fact we didn’t want to leave. Loved the cottage, loved the location and most of all loved that it was Reggie friendly. I don’t go anywhere without my dog. First class and already looking to re-book.

Lovely property and lovely host.

Great amenities and I think I had the best nights sleep that I’ve ever had away from home! Great central location too.

The HayBarn was a fabulous and faultless holiday location that we were sad to leave and hope to revisit!

The location was quiet and pretty but local to plentiful facilities and attractions. The kitchen was furnished with every utensil we could have wanted, the bedrooms were both spacious and comfortable. The accommodation was clean and tastefully decorated throughout - providing a perfectly calming holiday environment. We visited with our dog, who had country walks on the doorstep, and a safe enclosed patio to watch the world go by. Jo was the perfect welcoming host, leaving us to get on but on-hand to answer questions and share local knowledge. The provision of tea and coffee, welcome afternoon tea treats and dog biscuits were lovely touches that rounded off the whole experience. I can't recommend the HayBarn highly enough.

A modern, comfortable and well-equipped barn conversion which we all loved.

We had a very relaxing stay enjoying the walks from our front door, visits to numerous sandy, dog-friendly beaches and trips into Durham and Newcastle.

Absolutely loved our stay here.

We stayed for one week in June 2022. There were 3 of us and we had ample space. The accommodation is beautiful, very well thought out and done to a high standard. Very clean and comfortable, highly recommended. The owners live next door but unless you need them they leave you to your holiday which we appreciated. They do have hens who visit regularly though especially if you feed them

Lovely property, well maintained, tastefully designed and comfortable.

The setting is idyllic (the road is a bit noisy) and it was a lovely time of year to be there with the lambs and the new shoots. The country park was a big plus for us as we could really easily go for a walk with our dog. The owner was very friendly and left lots of lovely treats for us, including some fabulous fresh eggs from the resident chickens. A couple of things in the kitchen would help - a colander and few more baking trays (smaller ones). I would overall recommend the accommodation.

We come to the area several times a year to visit our family in Seaham but wanted to have a longer stay to explore the area.

Haybarn Farm was the truly perfect accommodation. The Barn is simply beautiful . So comfortable and spacious with everything you could possibly need catered for. Sited on a working farm its idyllic. Jo & Richard are perfect hosts & actually allowed us to see new born lambs born that day. The chickens visited every day which delighted our granddaughters. Watching the horses frolic in the field from our patio was our favourite thing. We did explore the beautiful area Bamburgh Castle & others too many to mention here but returning to the barn was always such a pleasure.

We had a wonderful stay at the Hay Barn.

The owners are very welcoming and hospitable. They are generous hosts and want your stay to be perfect. The weather was kind at a time we don’t usually go away and the Hay Barn was warm, comfortable well equipped. I can’t remember the last holiday we had with towel rails that worked! If you’re hesitating about a visit to the Hay Barn, don’t. Just book and enjoy your time there. We will definitely return soon.

Top notch accommodation, lovely hosts and a fantastic part of the country to visit.

Highly recommended. Oh and the chickens are hilarious.

We had a wonderful time at the Hay Barn over Christmas.

We greatly appreciated the extra touches, like Christmas decorations and fresh milk, juice, eggs and treats. The space is perfect for a family, with three very comfortable bedrooms, modern bathroom and a beautiful kitchen and living area. The firewood and log burger were greatly appreciated during cold cosy evenings. Nice walks right from the doorstep and good public transport links to Durham and Seaham. Highly recommend a stay here, we will certainly be back!

We just spent a lovely week at The Haybarn, everything you need is provided, we are a couple with two small dogs.

There was a thoughtful welcome package and the place was warm and welcoming. It's a working farm and Jo and Richard, the owners, are about but not at all intrusive but it's nice to know, should you have a question. Everything about the property details is provided, all the information you need is sent to you after booking and is also in the house. Even towels for dirty dogs are available

A fabulous place to spend a weekend.

Welcomed with Prosecco and a cream tea. Better than a 5 Star hotel. Excellent value for money.

We had a great time at the Haybarn.

Beautiful house, impeccably clean, very well appointed plus super comfortable beds. Jo and Richard made us feel welcome and the file with tips of things to do in the area is very useful. We had a fantastic time a hope to be back soon!

Beautiful house.

Very clean and comfortable. Finished to a high standard. Lovely welcome pack and amazing eggs from the farm’s chickens. Highly recommended.

We really enjoyed the holiday.

The accommodation was excellent and we appreciated the thoughtful welcome pack. The only comment we'd make is that it would be helpful to have a grab rail in the shower and a slip mat.

Had a wonderful time, would definitely book again, just a little disappointed not to get the scones.

This is a great place to stay - very comfortable and beautifully furnished.

We had everythimg we needed and the welcome pack of goodies was a lovely treat. Jo was very welcoming and helpful and we had a fabulous week exploring County Durham and Northumberland. Highly recommended!

We were made to feel so welcome from the moment we arrived.

Such care had been taken to ensure we were comfortable and basic grocery items, as well as homemade scones, were left for our use. Delicious home grown farm produce was also available for purchase. The farm was in a beautiful location with walks to the local country park. The Haybarn was spacious and extremely comfortable, with a strong Wi-Fi signal...this was important as a member of our party was working during our stay. It was such a peaceful place to be based and the farm animals were a lovely distraction. Jo was always around if we needed anything, but our privacy was respected at all times. It was a delightful place to stay.

Really nice hosts; just the right amount of contact.

Really good, new home was perfect for us.

We had a fabulous few days holiday in this beautiful barn, from the lovely welcome afternoon tea and food pack to the spotless facilities the accommodation offered.

We wanted for nothing as all those little extras in the kitchen often not provided were there in abundance. The owners were lovely people, not intrusive but around if needed and please take advantage of the delicious eggs on offer from the ubiquitous friendly hens around the farm. We cannot recommend this accommodation enough, perfect base for exploring the surrounding countryside

Superb welcome - made to feel very special on our silver wedding anniversary.

Everything is finished to a high standard and with comfort in mind and with more things planned to enhance your stay. Thoroughly recommend

The cottage was luxurious- brand new, so clean and crisp, beautifully furnished and had everything you could need, and more.

The welcome treats were a lovely surprise and we were really well looked after by the owners. It was incredibly cosy and comfortable and we would love to stay again - we would book without hesitation. It was even nicer than it looks in the photos!

A 5 star welcome to a beautiful, lovingly converted holiday house with every detail considered to make for a luxurious holiday.

Highly recommended.