4 Ford Street

A lovely week and one of the best houses we have stayed in with Sykes.

Within walking distance of village facilities, restaurants & take aways and not far to drive to lots of places of interest. We visited Beamish Museum, Hadrian's wall & Roman remains, and Locomotion Railway Museum. Good dog walks around too, in lovely area of the country.

A lovely property in an extremely pleasant neighborhood.

4 Ford Street seems to have been designed, fitted and decorated with the greatest of care, moreso than any other cottage we have stayed in.

It almost seemed like it was the owner's hobby to fill it with lovely, high quality things to make the stay comfortable and enjoyable. This extended to the outside areas, with seating areas and plants front and back. The house is in a quiet location, convenient to drive into Durham, and the local shops, 5 minutes away, provide a small supermarket and many eating options. As a couple, we would happily stay here again. The only caution I feel compelled to mention is that it could be difficult to park larger cars at the property - even parking our Ford C-max was sometimes challenging.

Another lovely stay at Ford Street.

The cottage is beautifully decorated, well located and well stocked for a family trip. Owners are communicative and easy to deal with. Even the neighbours are friendly! Overall, a great place to stay.

We loved our stay at 4 Ford St.

It’s one of the nicest self catering cottages I’ve stayed in. The cottage is cosy (but also spacious) and beautifully decorated which made us quickly feel at home. The kitchen has everything you need including tea, coffee, milk and biscuits. Everything is very clean and well maintained. The front terrace overlooking the communal green space was the perfect spot for our morning coffee. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.

Where do I start?

! 4 Ford Street really is a beautiful place to stay. The owners really have thought of everything! Everything (and more!) you could possibly need for a comfortable stay has been provided. The accommodation was spotlessly clean. A welcome basket including tea, coffee, milk, biscuits...and a bag of treats for our dog were a lovely surprise. Communication prior was excellent which aided a smooth arrival and stay. Very quiet location, yet just a few minutes walk into the village centre with pubs, shops, coffee shops etc. Beautiful walks on the doorstep and just a 10 minute drive to the park and ride to take you into Durham city centre. We were lucky to stay when the blackbird had nested in the woodstore just outside the kitchen and lounge windows - so we had the joy of watching mum feed the babies and seeing them grow! A fantastic few days where we explored Beamish, Durham and the local area and a beautiful place to base ourselves.

11/10.

Absolutely fantastic stay at Ford St. House is equipped with anything you could ever need and more . Spotlessly clean. Great location for Lanchester amenities . Great communication with owners and helpful and friendly neighbours. My car was too large or my parallel parking skills weren’t up to fitting in space directly in front of cottage but had no problem finding on street parking within 30 seconds walk of front door. Highly recommended - easily best rental cottage we have ever visited

Had a great stay, very clean with comfy beds and furniture, well maintained both inside and out.

The only niggles are rather than emailed accommodation information - to have some printed to refer to, especially the hand written wifi code, it was on a post-it note and hard to fathom out v's or u's, b's or 6 ! Also glad I took some instant coffee as very posh milk frother and espresso maker would have taken me ages to fathom out but impressive to look at but that might be an age thing !

This was our second stay at Ford Cottage and it was just as lovely as we remembered.

The owners have thought of absolutely everything you might need and have decorated / furnished it beautifully. It's location is ideal for us visiting family in the village but also has lovely walks on the doorstep and great places to eat and local shops etc within walking distance. We will definitely be back again.

I Couldn’t have asked for more and the welcome pack was lovely much appreciated it was very a comfortable stay as it had everything I needed and more.

It was certainly a Perfect peaceful stay.

Another fantastic stay thank you!

A beautifully presented and very well equipped home.

It was just perfect for what we wanted as a home from home for two weeks. All you need is close by and it is a great location for exploring in all directions. Owners very helpful and welcoming touches perfect.

This is a lovely property and the decorations are exquisite, every room held an arts and crafts surprise.

Loved it

Another fantastic stay at this lovely house.

This was our third stay, and we hope to be back for many more! The house is always warm and the welcome is friendly. The owners are really helpful and kind.

The home was perfect for our pre-Christmas get away to visit family.

The owners have really thought of everything you might need, and it was full of thoughtful touches such as chocolates, Christmas cake, tea and coffee, as well as Christmas decorations. It was well located in the village of Lanchester with all its amenities, but still very quiet. It was warm and comfortable with good quality fixtures and fittings..a real home from home.

As soon as we arrived we knew the cottage was going to be special and it was.

So beautifully decorated with exceptional attention to detail. Every piece of artwork, furniture, soft furniture and accessories had been carefully chosen creating a stunning welcoming cottage. We have stayed in a few amazing Sykes Cottages and this was up there with the best of them if not The Best. It was a joy to return to each day in a very quiet location. Great communication from our lovely hosts Helen and Peter.

Our second time back to the cottage and as before just perfect.

The hosts, ( Helen and Peter) even messaged to see if everything OK and did we need anything else in the cold snowy weather. Very much highly recommend this beautiful well looked after cottage, within a pretty village with plenty to see and do around.

We have loved our week at this delightful cottage.

It has absolutely everything you could wish for and more! It is very clean and has a lovely homely feel to it. We enjoyed staying there so much we have already booked again for next year. Thank you Helen and Peter

We loved this holiday cottage!

A real home from home, with so many interesting and thought through items. Thank you!

Refreshing to have owners that care for their own property.

Some very simple things, a welcome card; everything clean and tidy; comfortable furniture; excellent kitchen; loads of space; and a place that does not feel damp when you walk in with no evidence of damp in the property, all made our first perception a very positive one. Well done to Helen and Peter.

Beautifully decorated and furnished property.

Warm and homely, with everything you could possibly need during your stay. From Alexa turning on the lamps, plenty of kitchen utensils to a night light on the landing. A lovely quiet location with friendly neighbours. Perfect for exploring Durham and Beamish. We would definitely return.

Perfection what a beautiful little gem of a cottage.

Extremely clean, well equipped, very very high standards, very well maintained, home from home. The smell of clean and warm as you walk into this property was lovely.Welcome pack perfect. Owners (Helen and Peter) perfect and making sure we knew how everything worked. Can't praise enough. We will be back to this little gem as more to see in the surrounding areas. Our four legged friend loved it, plenty of doggy walks to tire him out. The neighbours need a mention too they are a font of knowledge, kind and helpful and the best tourist information advise. Also the village and community so kind and helpful and a lovely place to saunter and spend money in! Cafes, bars and pubs superb. An exceptional cottage making a fantastic holiday.

Extremely cosy quiet accommodation with a nice grassy outlook and no passing traffic.

Log burner, used on two cooler nights, was very efficient and soon had the room up to temperature. W loved the decor of William Morris prints, Renee Mc Intosh and the art Noveau fire place. W, who prefers a bath, has rated the shower as the best she has HAD to use! Outside bin storage and the appliances in a locked shed added kitchen space. Recycling info was a little sketchy but we think we got it right! The nearby (4Mi) Durham P&R gave us easy (and free) access to the city, with other towns and cities well within driving distance. Thanks for a pleasant stay, other than getting soaked in Consett!

We absolutely loved the cottage!

Lanchester’s a lovely village with much to do, and 4 Ford St is a short walk from the centre. House is brilliantly kitted out with everything you could possibly need - great coffee machine, toys for the kids, high quality cooking equipment and anything else you could think of. Really enjoyed our stay.

This is our second visit and just perfect.

We have stayed in many Sykes cottages over the years, but 4 Ford street is by far the best we have stayed in. Top notch appliances and comfortable beds with beautiful bedding. The people are so friendly and helpful. Recommend Grandpa’s fish shop. And the butchers. You won’t regret booking this cottage it’s home from home. Thank you Helen and Peter for another fantastic holiday

Very good cottage in a very good position.

Everything you could wish for and more. Very easy to get to from the motorway. In all a very good place to stay

A really well presented property with everything you need.

Nice touches like a phone charger plus an Alexa! Also fabulous dogs walks down a disused railway track just a few hundred yards from the door. The property also remained nice and cool during the heatwave of the past week. Loved it and thoroughly recommended!

Another lovely stay in Lanchester, can't fault anything, house was amazing as always, fourth stay and loved it as much as ever!

The owners provide a high quality in all aspects of cleanliness, quality of equipment and thoughtful extras They contact customers to ensure everything is in order and made sure we felt comfortable to use the heating as the weather was cool.

Over the four years we have been to the cottage they continue to make improvements and update facilities jean fordham

Extremely well equipped property within easy walk to shops,pubs and restaurant.

Walking routes start a couple of minutes from property. A lovely part of the country and the neighbours are all lovely people and very helpful for suggesting places to visit, would highly recommend booking this property you won't be disappointed

A fabulously well equipped and beautiful cottage with very lovely owners and neighbours.

Everything was great, except for the curtains in the back bedroom which are a pale fabric and unlined and so let a lot of light in. It prevented me from sleeping because the bed is directly underneath the window until I decided to use the bed throw as a curtain. Some instructions on how to use the microwave and get on the wifi would be useful but not essential as Helen responds quickly to requests for info. Would book again if the issue with the curtains is resolved.

The cottage is beautiful with every mod con provided as well as some little extras which were greatly appreciated including the fresh flowers.

This is our second visit to Ford Street and I’m sure we will be back as it is a great location for visiting family in the North East.

It was a fantastic property, with everything you would ever need.

Very dog friendly. The photos don't do it justice

Outstanding stay in outstanding cottage, my only problem was being unable to work out how to get the hosepipe to work.

However the cottage is well kitted out and was akin to spending a week in John Lewis, no higher accolade from me regarding self catering.

Absolutely lovely property.

Everything is of the highest quality. Lots of attention to detail. Lovely bottle of wine in the fridge, dog treats , Easter egg for our daughter plus some delicious biscuits. We used a lot of the local facilities and the local people were so friendly. Very handy bus route to Durham. Will definitely be returning

Most enjoyable stay we have enjoyed the cottage was beyond our expectations in all aspects, made particularly memorable by the hosts personal touch and care in advance.

We will definitely book again.

The most comfortable and beautifully decorated holiday cottage I think I've ever stayed in.

Definitely one to return to and to be highly recommended.

A home from home relaxing cottage situated in a lovely area with great links for sightseeing.

Exceptionally clean and every need catered for.

Had a lovely holiday, the house was very comfortable with everything we needed.

The treats were yummy. Wouldn't hesitate to come again.

Great place to stay felt at home straight away.

Hope to ret.urn

Firstly, Lanchester itself makes an excellent location.

Not only is it well served by shops and amenities, it is a very laid-back place. The location of 4 Ford Street epitomises that, as well as being situated to ensure that so much is within such easy reach. We found it really comfortable and relaxing, and clearly much thought has gone into ensuring that it is well-furnished with excellent facilities that seemingly covered all contingencies, needs and likes.

Excellent property, real home from home, everything you needed and things you might not use were there.

Seating out in the rear area as well as the front. Parking is a bit tight round the rear but there is parking at the front as well, Rear is the main entrance, the front opens up on a communal green. Would not hesitate in staying there again. 5 mins walk to village, take away, resteraunt, spar, pub, hardwhere store and others.Plus bus stop (every 30 mins) to Durham and park&ride on route.

Yet another fabulous stay at 4 Ford Street.

The house never fails to deliver comfort, cleanliness and luxury. Had a lovely time in the village (strongly recommend the Italian restaurant the Kings Head in Lanchester for food, both were amazing in taste and value) and loved exploring the surrounding areas again and it is so nice to come back to a lovely little oasis to rest our heads.Would highly recommend this beautiful house.

great location.

value for money. excellent cottage.

Fabulous cottage.

Superbly equipped and fitted out.

Lovely 2 bedroom cottage, very well looked after and cosy.

Bathroom is great. Mattresses were very comfortable. My parking skills were tested as there isn’t a lot of space in the street but we got there and met some lovely neighbours in the process. We didn’t use the kitchen much as we were out a lot but it is well-appointed (no freezer! But some milk and a bottle of wine were waiting in the fridge- nice touch) To be a bit picky, I would have liked to have had a blackout blind in the 2nd bedroom, it was very light in the morning but that didn’t stop us from enjoying the place and we would happily stay again.

Our recent stay at the charming holiday property at 4 Ford Street was an absolute blast.

Let's kick things off with the accommodation. The bedrooms were like fluffy clouds of comfort, perfect for sinking into after a day of adventure. And speaking of adventure, the addition of a single sofa bed in the main bedroom was a stroke of genius – our four-legged companions claimed it as their own personal throne! Now, onto the amenities – prepare to be amazed! The kitchen was so well-equipped, it could have given a professional chef a run for their money. But the real highlight of our stay? The K9 Dog grooming service in Lanchester High Street. Our furry friends came back looking like they just stepped out of a doggy spa – talk about pampered pooches! Now, let's talk about parking – or should I say, parking gymnastics? The space outside was snugger than a pair of skinny jeans, but fear not! we mastered it in the end thanks to reversing cameras. Parking on visits to walking spots was far easier. On the best day out we parked up at Pow Hill Country Park Car Park for free and embarked on a magical walk around Derwent Reservoir. Picture this: two and a half miles of scenic bliss, with water views that would make even a mermaid jealous. We made our way to the visitor centre, where we indulged in some well-earned refreshments – because let's face it, walking is thirsty work! But the adventure didn't stop there. On our way back, we swung by the dog playing field just outside the visitor centre. Let's just say our furry companions had the time of their lives – and by the time we got back to the property, they were out like a light! In summary, our stay at 4 Ford Street was nothing short of epic. From the cosy accommodation to the doggy adventures, every moment was filled with laughter and joy. A huge thank you to the owners for providing such a paws-itively wonderful experience! Here's to making memories that will last a lifetime!

The welcome was spot on, and it was great to be back.

Equipped to the highest standard, a great place to stay!

A lovely house, very comfortable & relaxing ambiance.

Everything you need is catered for. Lovely & thoughtful welcome Hamper. The Log burner is brilliant. Helen &,Peter very nice & helpful. If we return to Lanchester. Will definitely stay there again. Convenient , yet quiet location.

Having stayed in several Sykes cottages, we know the standard is generally high - but 4 Ford Street was another level.

It is by far the best place we have stayed. Our hosts couldn't have been more helpful and lovely and the house itself is perfect. Everything you could possibly need was supplied, along with a lovely welcome pack (which even included treats for the dog). The house is well-decorated and stylish, but also welcoming and homely (it was lovely and warm). The kitchen was great as we like to cook for ourselves and it had everything we needed - and more! We honestly cannot recommend this place enough and we will certainly look to come back here in the future.

We enjoyed our stay in a lovely house which had all we needed even a teapot.

Back garden was lovely. We like to visit again sometime. LOVELY

Very pleasant, comfortable cottage.

Well equipped and accessible to the village amenities.

A lovely, comfortable cottage that is extremely well equipped.

The owners provided a much appreciated welcome pack. The cottage is full of interesting art and pottery. Two outdoor seating areas. The property is in an ideal location to explore Durham and Beamish.

The cottage was fantastic.

It was comfortable stylish and spacious with all the facilities you could ask for. No passing traffic so it was very quiet. A great base to visit the area. We only stayed a couple of nights and ate out at two great restaurants in the village

The cottage is immaculate and well equipped.

It is very comfortable and spacious. The location is convenient for the local amenities yet there is no passing traffic so it is very quiet. Coast and country are just a short drive away. We thoroughly enjoyed our week there and have now booked to return in October.

Very clean accommodation with all the facilities you could ask for.

Very comfortable with every attention paid to the details. Neighbourhood was friendly and there were excellent walks and amenities on the doorstep. Would highly recommend this cottage to anyone wishing to enjoy a relaxing break.

Lovely cottage the furniture was a wonderful blend of the old and new.

Especially liked sitting in the warm sun in the front garden having our breakfast

Fabulous property.

Everything you could possibly need is there. It is clean, comfortable and warm. There are lots of places to eat at night with good food. It is very central for sightseeing too. I would certainly recommend this beautiful cottage to everyone

This was a return visit and the house didn't disappoint in any way.

Lovely flowers in vases, spotlessly clean and comfortable. The owner left an Easter Egg and starter pack with wine!!!!! What more can you ask for, The house is just so lovely and Lanchester itself is as welcoming and friendly as always. The Kings Head was visited twice and the food is the best and a good choice of menu, all in all we love it all and could not recommend it enough.

Very comfortable and clean.

A real home from home.

The owners have a beautiful cottage well equipped kitchen of good quality appliances, crockery and utensils.

Loved the decor and furnishings. Would highly recommended to friend and family and hope to return next year. Dog treats and welcoming pack much appreciated. Set in a lovely village and area with lots of walks,

Amazing.

A little jewel in North West Durham.

A warm,comfortable and visually pleasing place to stay and a pleasure to return to after a busy day. A place I would gladly recommend to friends and family.

What can I say about Ford Cottage, that hasn’t already been said in previous reviews, regarding how beautiful, clean, stylish and warm it is.

My stay was just Perfect! I felt at home immediately and for a few days when it was raining, I was so very happy and comfortable just staying in the cottage, with the log burner on and playing the lovely selection of vinyls on the record player, which is just another lovely touch to the cottage, that Helen and Peter have added. The best holiday cottage I have ever stayed in, and without doubt I will look forward to returning again soon. Thank you Helen and Peter for all the care, attention to detail and love that you have poured into Ford Cottage.

The cottage is very well furnished with all amenities and has a welcoming feel to it.

It is in a convenient location if staying with dogs as the woods are close by. The village itself offers nice shops, pubs,Cafés and takeaways

We had an excellent stay at 4 Ford Street.

The house is spacious, comfortable and immaculate! Every detail has been thought of and everything is great quality. The gifts on arrival were a wonderful touch and the kids loved the colouring pack. The location is great. We enjoyed the local park and great restaurants nearby. Helen and Peter were lovely and communication was easy. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend staying here and we hope to come back soon.

The cottage is absolutely beautiful both inside and out.

By far the best equipped we have ever stayed in and we have had stayed in lots over the years. The cottage is cosy and immaculate, everything you could need is provided and more. The cottage is very tastefully decorated and fitted out to a very highest standard and the artwork adorning the walls is fabulous. Helen and Steve should be very proud of themselves with what they have achieved in making this cottage such a real home from home. From opening the gate into the small but colourful and interestingly laid out garden to closing the gate for the last time on your way home you will be so glad you booked this beautiful cottage and like us l am sure you will be making plans to return again at some point in the future. If you are thinking about booking this cottage dont hesitate do it now you will love it.

The cosiest, most comfortable, and best equipped cottage we have stayed in over the years - everything has been thought of, a home from home.

A very friendly and helpful owner, in a delightful location.

A lovely house, pretty much in the middle of Lanchester with everything within easy walking distance.

The owners were really helpful and accommodating, and left a fantastic welcome pack! The house is well laid out with everything you need. The old railway line also makes for a great walk.

Excellent stay at this cosy home from home property, we loved it!

Everything was quality; from the tasteful decor, bedding, beautiful arts and crafts fixtures and fittings to the generous welcome pack and high end appliances. Nice touch having a record player and neighbours really friendly too. Easy stroll into Lanchester. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend staying here!

Just had a wonderful week at 4 Ford Street.

It is the best holiday cottage we have stayed in, it is absolutely spotless. The appliances are all top quality as are the furnishings. Helen left a very generous welcome pack above and beyond anything we have ever received before. Even goodies for our little four legged friend Dobby, he enjoyed his holiday too. All the locals are so friendly and welcoming. You won’t regret booking this cottage it is perfect in every way. We hope to come back in the near future. Thank you Helen and Peter.

The holiday cottage was exactly as described, we have never stayed in self catering cottage that was so well equipped .

Spotlessly clean and situated on the outskirts of Lanchester, just a 5 minute walk into the village. The welcome pack and the vases of cut flowers were a really nice touch. If you book this property you won’t regret it

We have already let the owner know how impressed we are with the cottage especially how clean it is We like to leave cottages as we find them but do find a 9am departure an impossible task so hence we leave the night before We can’t fault this cottage and the quality of service provided

Stayed at Ford Street with friends as we were taking my wife's ashes back to Durham, Other than it being a sad occasion we all enjoyed our stay at Ford Street and thought the property was superb we would give it 5 star plus if there was a downstairs loo, very well appointed and the attention to detail was second to none, very tastefully decorated and a lovely welcome pack provided, my friends had never been to the county and were very surprised at what it has to offer, Lanchester and this property are a great base to explore the delights of the North East, if you visit County Durham (and you should!

) this is the place to stay.

A stunning property, so well loved by the owners who have gone to immense trouble to furnish to the highest degree.

The garden is just so relaxing. Nothing too much trouble. Welcome pack was far above the usual milk and bread. Included wine, beers, coffee, tea, biscuits, milk, and a treat jar for my dogs. Everything thought of and loads of local walking and OS maps plus visitor information for the area. Lots of lovely walks in the area, close to Stanley and Consett if you need supermarkets etc and Durham City centre just so historical and a lovely day out. You Must book Sunday roast lunch at the Kings Head. Sat nav however took us to Burnhope so stay on the A691 straight to Lanchester. Will certainly visit again

Second visit to this cottage and it didn't disappoint.

Just as we remembered, such a beautiful and comfortable house, we love it. Lovely welcome basket full goodies including an Easter Egg, very thoughtful. We love the village of Lanchester, everyone is friendly including the neighbours and it really well placed to travel to places. Highly recommend the accommodation and location.

A lovely, comfy, cosy cottage providing a perfect base for our holiday.

The owners were in regular contact to answer any queries and even our pet had creature comforts left for him. The welcome basket was so thoughtful and greatly appreciated. The attention to detail was incredible, there was even a sewing kit! The most perfect cottage we’ve ever stayed in.

Just had a lovely week in 4 Ford St the cottage is lovely in a quiet place with a lovely garden the welcome pack was really appreciated and everything had been thought of.

Lanchester is perfect a couple of pubs, restaurants and shops also easy to access the area for walking and further afield we went to Durham and Newcastle on the bus and visited Beamish. Thank you for a fantastic stay will definitely be booking this cottage again.

This cottage was so lovely and had everything you could want.

We loved the decor and the wood burner was so cosy in the evenings. Helen was fantastic and contacted us a few times to make sure we had everything we needed. There was a really thoughtful gift basket and fresh flowers as well. Lanchester a lovely little town and we discovered the Lanchester valley walks just a few minutes away. It was perfect and we would definitely book again.

This property far exceeded our expectations.

Helen, the owner, has furnished the house with exceptional taste. The attention to detail is incredible which made our stay even more enjoyable. Other reviewers have described the property and it didn’t disappoint. A welcome box of treats had been left for us, and our dogs, which was a lovely thought. We were surprised that Helen visited to ensure we had settled in as she was concerned that she was unable to contact us on the telephone. It was nice that a person should care so much about their clients and as a regular visitor to Lanchester we will certainly consider making future bookings.

Very well equiped and warm property within a few minutes walk of several pubs and restaurants.

Good size kitchen with dish washer and cleaning pods provided! We were there in Febuary and the place was warm and cozy throughout.

What a lovely place to stay.

The house is just what you need when away from home. I can’t recommend the home and the owners enough. The owners were lovely to deal with and very easy to contact. We went for one week and ended up staying for two. I would definitely stay here again.

4 Ford Street is a beautiful house which the hosts Helen and Peter have thought of everything to make visitors stay a most comfortable and a welcoming experience.

We loved staying at the house over the New Year holiday and the house is in a great location too for exploring the countryside, the nearby town of Durham and other local towns and villages. We want to visit again soon.

Really lovely house with everything you could possibly need and more.

The Christmas decorations were just lovely and made our stay. Helen the host was so helpful and the basket of goodies most unexpected. Thank you to Helen for a lovely few days away.

Perfect location in a beautiful village.

The house is comfortable, beautifully furnished and very well equipped to a very high standard. The house was family-friendly with lots of space for us (2 adults and 2 kids). I'd definitely recommend this home to others and hope to stay here again. The local shop, pharmacy, butchers, bakers and restaurants are within 5 min. walk so we enjoyed dinner and wine out and could walk back. Children's local playground around the corner, perfect for keeping kids entertained between trips out. We enjoyed family days out in the area and visited relatives nearby. Look forward to coming to stay again.

Comfort facilities and location .

We had a very good Experience all round staying in 4 ford street . Would definitely recommend.

The cottage was wonderful, the owners had thought of everything to make our stay comfortable.

The pictures don’t do it justice. The village had every type of shop and there is plenty of walking in the area. The only slight problem we had was finding the cottage in the first place, but once we asked someone we were given directions.

Perfect location and all the comforts of home away from home and our hosts were very attentive and most helpful.

Had a fabulous stay here, so clean and comfortable.

Helen had provided so many little extras, the welcome basket was so lovely (even treats for our dog). After a day out exploring it was so nice to come back to such a comfortable cosy house. It doesn’t in any way feel like a holiday cottage with all the lovely furnishings and the appliances are great. The weather was just perfect so we were able to sit out in the back yard, the only thing missing was a small patch of grass for Alfie to have a wee on (he does like a bit of green stuff). But there is grass out the front of the house where he could go. The neighbours and locals were all so friendly and made us feel very welcome. The village has just about every type of cuisine to suit all tastes and I think we tried almost all of them, the Italian I think being the favourite

Very well equiped and comftable cottage.

located a few minutes walk from the town which although small has several restaurants and pubs. A lovely cottage with small outside area both back and front with some nice walks especially the old railway line, now a popular walking and cycling trail starts about 100 yards fron the back gate The food and atmosphere at the pub Crinnions is exceptional despite it's strange name! I would also recommend the Greek Yannis. A small family run place. .

We had a wonderfully stay in this holiday cottage.

Very clean and beautiful inside. Everything was done to a very high standard and facilities great and good location for exploring the area. Owner very friendly and helpful.

A very warm welcome at the cottage as you walk in you feel at home very clean everything you want and a lovely welcome pack even for Jesse the dog.

Helen couldn’t do enough for you a lovely lady. The village was good for eating out and for walks with the dog ,definitely would recommend John and Miriam Yorkshire

i had never heard of lanchester until my visit ,its an absolutley beautiful place the local people made us feel welcome i think there was only one person that didnt speak to us as we strolled past .

lots of lovely walks with the dog ,excellent garden centre for breakfast and lunch ,excellent fish and chip shop in the village and our cottage was superb with a very welcoming host ,we had a brilliant week

Really comfortable and well equipped house.

The owner made a special visit at the start of the holiday to ensure we had everything we needed, having missed us by phone.

The house was beyond beautiful and elegant, really lovely.

Excellent individual cottage, very clean with quality fixtures and fittings Would go again J n j fordham

Beautiful, quiet cottage in a pretty village.

Photo's do not do this cottage justice - everything we needed and more for a weeks stay. Welcome pack was very thoughtful and contained some lovely treats (even for the Chihuahua!). Highly recommended.

A very nice cottage in a beautiful location.

Very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.

The cottage is one of the best in which we have stayed.

It was spotlessly clean; spacious, with a very high standard of furnishings, and kitchen equipment. Everything had been thought of; including a delicious 'welcome basket'. (Wine, coffee, cake, etc). The bathroom is lovely, with a super 'rain shower'. Each room is beautiful, with lovely paintings and craft work. The attractive small gardens were excellent 'suntraps' for coffee and cake. Lanchester is an attractive large village with many shops catering for everyday requirements. It also has an excellent bus service to Durham or Consett: to avoid the necessity of driving. The situation is ideal for Hadrian's wall, and moorland/river walks from Wolsingham. The disused railway provides easy walking or cycling in both directions. There are several pubs and restaurants, which we reluctantly did not visit due to 'social distancing': but made use of the Fish/( Vegetarian options) and Chip shop on one occasion. The location of the 'cottage' is very peaceful and definitely to be recommended. Helen (the owner) thoughtfully texted to inquire if we had any other requirements. Thank you to Helen and Peter.

What an absolutely fantastic holiday home.

The house is beautifully presented and furnished, with everything you could need. A great location with lots of walks on the doorstep. Would definitely be keen to come back.

This was a last minute booking due to Covid-19 as we had been looking for a Cottage/Caravan nearer the Durham coast.

My wife and I used this magnificent house as a base to catch up with my wife's County Durham family. The terraced house is very well decorated, and has beautiful furniture, and a well fitted kitchen. The backyard is inspirational in its choice of plants, and will mean us visiting our local garden centre to try and recreate the feel. My son was staying with us, and the three of us did not manage to overwhelm the Wifi. The A68, a few miles to the west makes it ideal for getting to Hadrian's Wall and into Northumberland. Be careful when driving through Consett though as you can get lost if you miss a sign on the ring road, and beware of the cyclists if you are taking the pleasant walk along the old railway line towards either Consett or Durham. Lanchester itself is a beautiful village, with a wide variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, the neighbours are very friendly, and Sainsbury is 10 minutes away on the outskirts of Durham. A good place to return to. P.S. Should the GOT Poster really be Uhtred of Bebbanburg?.

4 Ford Cottage is a very relaxing holiday home.

Beautiful decor, furniture & artifacts. Very comfortable all round. Great front garden for a sunny breakfast & beautiful back garden for tea. Lots of real plants add that warm homely feeling. Lovely powerful shower & spa bath to unwind after long walks and a great wood burner to be cosy in the lounge. Lanchester is a good location with walk/cycle lane (and woods) going from Lanchester out to Consett one way & Durham the other. Excellent various places to eat & drink in Lanchester. We enjoyed the Kings Head for distancing, during Covid restrictions, with room for one door IN and another for OUT, plus good space inside. Coast only approx 40mins away to enjoy the Sand & Sea.