The Turnip Barn

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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Pets Yes

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* Based on a combined average customer score (of 4 customer ratings)

5 Customer Review(s)

Reviews

“The Turnip Barn Cottage was absolutely fantastic.”

It is gorgeous inside and out. Has the most lovely decor and facilities. Showers and beds are magical. Fabulous welcome pack left for the doggies and hoomans! Owners are brilliant. Made sure we were in safe and sound and checked we were all OK during stay. Essentially went above and beyond. Great if have dogs as the walks that are literally on your doorstep are awesome. We honestly had the best break here. Would recommend this cottage to everyone.

It is gorgeous inside and out. Has the most lovely decor and facilities. Showers and beds are magical. Fabulous welcome pack left for the doggies and hoomans! Owners are brilliant. Made sure we were in safe and sound and checked we were all OK during stay. Essentially went above and beyond. Great if have dogs as the walks that are literally on your doorstep are awesome. We honestly had the best break here. Would recommend this cottage to everyone.

- Mrs Blair, September 2018

“The cottage was lovely and extremely well furnished and we immediately felt at home.”

There were lots of little extras which were very welcome including treats for the dog which were unexpected and a lovely touch. Have previously stayed in many 'dog friendly' cottages but this one is by far the best and is truly dog friendly. Location is good for visiting various places. We were part of a large family group and so we had use of the hot tub installed in the property next door. This was an added bonus which we would have missed out on had we been on our own and possibly something which the owners might want to consider adding to The Turnip Barn.

- Mr Akeroyd, August 2018
“Turnip Barn is by far the best self catering accommodation we have stayed in.”

A real home from home. Julie and Chris, the hosts, have thought of every home comfort including an exceptional welcome pack. We all, including two dogs, were made to feel very welcome. Would wholeheartedly recommend!

- Mrs Wheeler, August 2018
“Cottage beautifully converted with a lot of thought put into the furnishings, facilities & equipment.”

Very considerate friendly hosts. A very comfortable stay indeed & lovely to have pubs, shop within easy walking distance. Numerous lovely dog walks in immediate vicinity. Great location for Durham, the coast & hills inland.

- Mrs Wright, June 2018
“What a beautiful cottage it was just perfect ,beautiful stunning decorated to a very high standard .”

The couple who own it are so friendly and helpful nothing is to much trouble for them .After we had booked Julie the owner sent a email asking us to let her know what time we were arriving , it did say we couldn't get in until 3pm so I asked if it would be possible to arrival earlier which Julie said would be no problem on this occasion as we were the first people to say at the cottage which was very kind .Julie was there to greet us which was lovely , she explained everything to us and made sure we were happy which was lovely . Well what can I say Julie said I have a few things in for you I thought a little welcome pack my goodness there was everything to get us started from tea ,coffee ,sugar ,milk ,biscuits ,bread ,butter jam ,bacon ,sausages ,eggs ,crisps ,chocolates ,cheese ham chutney,orange juice ,apple juice ,Prosecco all the fresh stuff was from Broom House Farm,This place is worth going to lovely place .The is everything in the cottage games to play & books to read if the the weathers bad , The kitchen has everything you need it's just like be in at home perfect .The whole cottage has been decorated to a very high standard 5 star perfect ,The lounge was beautifully decorated with two really comfortable sofas and some wonderful touches with cushions and other lovely touches .The kitchen was stunning with its high ceilings and all the wooden floors and beams and the staircase looked amazing it was in the kitchen which also was a lovely touch.All the bedrooms were tastefully decorated and all had there own bathrooms which were perfect 5 star grade all the way I could go on but I will be here all day lol There are some beautiful walks to go on we took our two dogs with us who loved all the different walks and places to go and visit ,any problems or don't know where to go Julie or Chris are happy to help nothing was to much trouble for them ,we would highly recommend this cottage to anyone and we most definitely will be returning to this wonderful cottage and look forward to seeing Julie & Chris again (perfect 10/10)

- Mrs White, June 2018

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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

The Turnip Barn has been beautifully converted from an ancient listed farm building and sits on the edge of the County Durham village of Witton Gilbert.

Retaining much of its original character and with a wealth of superb opportunities nearby, make this the alluring base to return to whilst exploring this wondrous region.

Enter this stone cottage and be impressed by its sheer size, a spacious kitchen/diner welcomes you, with its impressive original timber pillar, and offers all of the high-quality appliances that you could ask for with glistening granite worktops and a fabulous dining table for all six of you to gather around each mealtime.

The ground floor also houses a tremendous sitting room, warmed by a woodburner in an attractive fireplace.

Wander up the staircase which is paired with some magnificent wooden beams and reach the first floor of The Turnip Barn.

Up here you will discover three superbly finished bedrooms, all are finished to a perfect standard and come with their own luxury en-suite facilities so you can get ready for your day in peace and style.

The supremacy of this County Durham cottage flows to its exterior, a pristine lawned garden provides a serene spot to sit with a drink.

The centre of Witton Gilbert is easily reached from here, the village offers two friendly pubs, one of which serves delicious food, there is also a convenience store.

There are also a number of beautiful footpaths and cycle paths on The Turnip Barn's doorstep, perfect for exploring with your family and your dog.

The remarkable city of Durham is very close by, a place line with idyllic architecture hosting the highest quality amenities and attractions to make the most of.Durham can be easily reached from the property, with the park and ride being only 2 miles from the property.

A few miles west brings you to the breath-taking North Pennines AONB, whilst a trip north leads you towards the bustling shopping city of Newcastle.

For a country cottage getaway of the highest standard, bring your loved ones together at The Turnip Barn Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 951105, together they sleep 12.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite bathroom, with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Ground floor cloakroom. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Amenities

Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TV with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample off road parking
Enclosed rear lawned garden with furniture
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.

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About the location

DURHAM

Chester-le-Street 11 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 21 miles;

Situated in one of the most beautiful counties of England, Durham city is one of the jewels in England’s crown. Dominated by the historic centre, a World Heritage Site, the city is home to magnificent Durham Cathedral, with its breathtaking vaulted ceiling and splendid architecture. The cathedral, the final resting place of the Venerable Bede, is one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the whole of Europe. Durham Castle stands side by side with the cathedral, on a prominent hilltop site, encircled by the wooded slopes of the River Wear below. The city itself offers elegant buildings and fascinating narrow streets with excellent shopping, eating and drinking to suit all tastes. Add to that the ease of access to the rest of this historic county, “Land of the Prince Bishops”, and Durham has much to offer the discerning traveller, from Medieval castles to marvellous landscapes and scenic walks. Durham city is the ideal location for discovering this beautiful county.

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Northumberland Cottages

This property offers the following short breaks:

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The Turnip Barn

Witton Gilbert near Durham, Northumberland (Ref. 952973)

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Reviews & Ratings

Reviews

“The Turnip Barn Cottage was absolutely fantastic.”

“The cottage was lovely and extremely well furnished and we immediately felt at home.”

“Turnip Barn is by far the best self catering accommodation we have stayed in.”

“Cottage beautifully converted with a lot of thought put into the furnishings, facilities & equipment.”

“What a beautiful cottage it was just perfect ,beautiful stunning decorated to a very high standard .”