Prospect Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Sleeps 5 people
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets allowed

Off road parking
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine

Mrs Pierce
July 2018

“I would like to thank the staff at sykes as I changed the cottage and they were very helpful.”

as for the cottage it was very nice very well equipped but would benefit greatly with a shower in the upstairs bathroom and a shower tray in downstairs shower. the television aerial was intermitant and there is no wi fi
Mrs Grossmith May 2018

“Both my husband and myself felt that the location of the property was absolutely perfect for a holiday in County Durham.”

We had a very busy week, sightseeing, walking, visiting National Trust properties, plus the 'eateries' in Lanchester were very nice. We hope to return.
Mrs Barraclough March 2018

“The cottage was freezing cold the TV areal failed to work at times and the photo ...”

The cottage was freezing cold the TV areal failed to work at times and the photo of the cottage was a very old one as the conifer trees in the garden were huge making it very dark inside the owners of the property were very helpful
Mrs Hancox November 2017

“Cottage was lovely , larger than we thought Plenty of places to eat in such a small village.”

The kings Head pub had a good choice of food .Great location for visiting other places. Beamish Museum well worth a visit. Park and ride ideal for Duhram. Overall a lovely break.
Pigwig1961 June 2017

“Spacious accommodation ideally situated for touring area”

Lovely spacious cottage ideally situated for touring area. Set in a pleasant village location there is a small convenience store, 2 pubs and a couple of restaurants. Cottage is about 20 minutes from Durham. Beamish, Newcastle and the Northumberland coast are reachable within an hour or less. The cottage could benefit from the availability of Wifi as it's currently not available (which was a problem for our 2 teenage kids!) and the TV reception would be greatly improved if the indoor aerial was ditched and a proper outside aerial installed. Having said that we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this cottage to anyone who wanted to visit the area.
A FlipKey verified reviewer July 2013

“Lovely homely cottage”

Prospect Cottage is a lovely cosy and homely cottage. The village is pretty and has everything you could need with a good bus service to Durham and Newcastle within minutes walk form the cottage. Eating out was a pleasure in all the restaurants within the village and the portions were huge!!
A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer January 2012

“Quaint and well placed, if cold in some rooms”

A quaint cottage with all the amenities we needed, however as it slept 6 it would have been nice if there was seating for 6 in the living room. The TV was old and made a funny noise. The 3rd bedroom/seating area was VERY cold and some areas smell of damp slightly although the rest of the house was lovely and warm.We had 2 cars and had difficulty turning so as not to reverse out onto a main road. Overall we had a very pleasant stay.
A FlipKey verified reviewer March 2010

“tasteful character cottage”

Loved the size and layout of the cottage. Style successfully achieved with smart decor and furniture. Our teenage children couldn't wait to explore it. Loved the aubergine-colour theme. Really good for family stay - three good-size bedrooms with super kitchen and bathrooms. Owner very helpful and friendly. Any problems quickly sorted. Very pretty double-fronted cottage. Would stay again.
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2009

“A super cottage!”

This cottage was even better than the description! A bedroom and shower room is completely separate form the other 2 bedrooms and bathroom which made it ideal for our newlyweds who were in our group! It was ideally situated, quiet but a walk away from shops and pub serving good food. Yards away were great walks and bicycle trails. The facilities in the cottage were excellent and the owners weree very friendly and helpful but discreet! Thank you to everyone at Sykes cottages and a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2010!
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The property

A stone-built, terraced property adjoining the owner's home in the village of Lanchester, in the heart of lovely County Durham.

Prospect Cottage offers warm and comfortable accommodation from which to explore the surrounding area.

There is an attractive garden to the front, and an enclosed yard to the rear while inside the property has been well decorated and furnished to make a charmingly cosy base.

A visit to the historic city of Durham, just 9 miles away, is a must, and within easy driving distance are the Wear Valley, Wolsingham, Derwent Reservoir, Diggerland and the Roman Wall.

The Riverside Durham County Cricket Ground, which features International and Test matches, is less than 30 minutes' drive away, while further afield but worth the trip are the spectacular beaches and castles of the Northumberland Heritage Coastline.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 3 x doubles
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Fitted kitchen
Dining room with woodburner-style gas fire
Sitting room with gas woodburner-style fire.
Gas central heating with gas fires
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD
All fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking
Enclosed rear yard with furniture, front garden area
Cot and highchair if requested at booking
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shops, pubs and restaurant 5 mins walk
Note: Max
5 people, plus 1 infant.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

LANCHESTER

Durham 8 miles; Newcastle 20 miles.

Set in the beautiful countryside of County Durham, approximately eight miles to the west of the historic City of Durham itself, is the village of Lanchester. The village took its name from the Roman fort of Longovicium situated half a mile south-west of Lanchester. Today, the Roman connection is reflected in the many Northumbrian tourist attractions along Hadrian’s Wall. Evidence of the Roman occupation in Lanchester is strong - stones from the original fort are incorporated into both local farm buildings and Lanchester’s attractive Church of All Saints, dating from Norman times. Now a thriving and substantial village, Lanchester has a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. The surrounding countryside is superb for walking - the Lanchester Valley Walk runs the course of a disused railway line from Consett to Durham and is excellent for walkers or cyclists. With Durham City just 8 miles away, and Newcastle just 20 miles, there are many fantastic shopping opportunities within easy reach. An excellent base for Weardale and Teesdale, Cumbria and The Pennines, not to mention the historic Roman Wall Country together with the fabulous beaches and castles of the North Sea Coastline.

Region Information

Northumberland Cottages

Note: Max. 5 people, plus 1 infant.

Prospect Cottage

Lanchester near Durham, Northumberland (Ref. 2618)

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Features

“I would like to thank the staff at sykes as I changed the cottage and they were very helpful.”

“Both my husband and myself felt that the location of the property was absolutely perfect for a holiday in County Durham.”

“The cottage was freezing cold the TV areal failed to work at times and the photo ...”

“Cottage was lovely , larger than we thought Plenty of places to eat in such a small village.”

“Spacious accommodation ideally situated for touring area”

“Lovely homely cottage”

“Quaint and well placed, if cold in some rooms”

“tasteful character cottage”

“A super cottage!”