Stone Cottage

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Features

Sleeps 4 people
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
Pets allowed

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

Reviews

“Stone cottage is beautiful a comfy cozy clean home from home for us humans and our two labradoodles.”

Fabulous dog walks and many local attractions- would highly recommend

Mrs Sears, April 2019
“Having stayed here before we knew what to expect, and it didn't disappoint.”

We were treated to fantastic weather and the surrounding area was amazing, from Barnard Castle and a lovely walk along the river, to Raby Castle and a chocolate making ... more
We were treated to fantastic weather and the surrounding area was amazing, from Barnard Castle and a lovely walk along the river, to Raby Castle and a chocolate making experience and then 'sausage night' at the Royal Oak. A final day at Saltburn finished the holiday perfectly. The cottage itself was fantastic and as good as we remember from the last time. The dual fuel fire is lively and makes the cottage wonderfully cosy in the evening. Gemma is a great host and very attentive to the smallest detail and ready to assist if there are any queries. The only small thing being to be aware of is there is no freezer - though eating the ice cream in the sunshine of the back garden after a barbeque before it melted was no hardship! Finally, would we go back? Absolutely. It is one of the best little cottages we have stayed in and Teesdale and the surrounding area is wonderful and much less crowded than the neighbouring Yorkshire Dales but no less beautiful- and High Force is a must!

Dr Atkinson, April 2019
“Fantastic holiday”

Had a great stay with 4 dogs. Plenty of space inside the cottage. Gemma has taken the time to consider both owners and pets needs in the cottage and was constantly help... more
Had a great stay with 4 dogs. Plenty of space inside the cottage. Gemma has taken the time to consider both owners and pets needs in the cottage and was constantly helpful through out the stay. Local area has lots of places in easy reach, with walks on the doorstep. Area is quiet and local neighbours were very friendly. We look forward to coming back.

Dogsoutandabout, March 2019
“Fantastic cosy cottage, spotlessly clean and well equipped.”

The owner included some very nice and welcome extras, leaving both human and dog treats for us on arrival and keeping in touch throughout our stay should we have any issues.

Mrs Cousins, December 2018
“So dog friendly”

From the initial contact to the end all I can say was that Gemma the owner was so professional, caring and nothing was a problem for her. She went above and beyond. All... more
From the initial contact to the end all I can say was that Gemma the owner was so professional, caring and nothing was a problem for her. She went above and beyond. All I can say is Thankyou Gemma. As for the cottage, it was beautiful,clean and everything we wanted for our holiday. The log burning fire was just so cosy and gave out a lot of heat.we just can not wait to go back. The walks around the area near the cottage were lovely and our dogs had a great time running around all the fields. Best of all this is the most dog friendly accommodation we have stayed in. Gemma made us feel at ease with the dogs. Even provided throws for them to lie on. A huge box full of dog toys and balls she even gave us little clip ons to put on there collars saying they were on holiday(see pic). We thought this was a lovely touch. After all if our dogs are happy then so are we.

Susan T, October 2018
“Cosy cottage in rural setting with great walks and very homely.”

The location is great with walks on the doorstep and the town with some local amenities 2 minutes away. Good base for visiting Raby Castle, High Force Waterfall, Barnar... more
The location is great with walks on the doorstep and the town with some local amenities 2 minutes away. Good base for visiting Raby Castle, High Force Waterfall, Barnard Castle & Bishop Auckland. The cottage is very dog friendly with an enclosed garden and yard. Well equipped for us humans as well. The multi fuel was lovely to curl up in front of after a long day, and the roll top bath was a welcome treat . Two lovely bedrooms with great views, spacious lounge and good sized kitchen The owner had thought of everything, even leaving us a little welcome pack on arrival.

Lisapriddle, September 2018
“We had no hot water on arrival at Stone Cottage on the Saturday.”

This was not rectified until the owner returned from her break on Monday. Hot water pressure on the mixer tap was a trickle. Kettle took ages to boil on the hob, we h... more
This was not rectified until the owner returned from her break on Monday. Hot water pressure on the mixer tap was a trickle. Kettle took ages to boil on the hob, we had to use an oven glove to lift it and it was extremely heavy. ----------------------------- OWNERS REPLY - *Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, and we are sorry that Stone Cottage did not meet your expectations. * *We apologise that you were without hot water on arrival, this is not something which would usually happen we do try and ensure the water is heated prior to our guests arrival. Being in a location without gas we do rely on our multi fuel stove and immersion heater, which we did explain again to you on the Sunday evening when you informed us of having no hot water, and either of these do not take long to heat the water once the fire is lit or immersion switched on. * *Regarding the hot water pressure through the shower head, thank you for bringing this to our attention, we were unaware that this was causing issues and we are now looking into options to improve this. * *The whistling hob kettle does indeed take slightly longer than some modern 'fast boil' kettles, and we apologise if this was not suitable for you. We did ensure that the kettle was lightweight and met all safety regulations when we purchased it, again we apologise if you found it too heavy. Although the kettle has always been something our guests have commented positively on, we have introduced the option of an electric kettle should any future guests prefer to use one.

Mrs Davies, August 2018
“Highly recommend”

Stone cottage is fantastic. My daughter and I had a great holiday using the cottage for lazy mornings and late nights. The owner has thought of everything, from decor t... more
Stone cottage is fantastic. My daughter and I had a great holiday using the cottage for lazy mornings and late nights. The owner has thought of everything, from decor to bedding and much more. The cottage had all we needed to cook nutritious meals and enough books, dvd’s and games to keep us entertained throughout our stay. It is in a wonderful location. Thank you so much for creating such a great space.

heidimarshall73, July 2018
“There was a lack of communication between departments.”

We enquired by message to see if we could take 3 dogs. This enquiry was answered on the same day and we booked the cottage and then had contact with the owner following... more
We enquired by message to see if we could take 3 dogs. This enquiry was answered on the same day and we booked the cottage and then had contact with the owner following that Several days later another person at Sykes emailed me to say that they had done the same enquiry again. I explained we had already booked the cottage and heard no more. The cottage itself exceeded our expectations. The photographs on the website didn't do it justice. The cottage had all the facilities we required and was very homely and very dog friendly. It is situated in a beautiful part of the country and there are lots of places to visit and things to do.

Ms Elson, July 2018
“Cosy, traditional cottage in a beautiful location with great walks on your doorstep”

If you want to relax this is the place! A great wee find! The cottage is welcoming and very well appointed. The owner has thought of everything, even towels, toys and t... more
If you want to relax this is the place! A great wee find! The cottage is welcoming and very well appointed. The owner has thought of everything, even towels, toys and treats for the dog! A very nice welcome basket was much appreciated. There is a tv for DVDs, but no TV connection. Books and games are also provided. Lovely and cosy with the stove on. Comfortable sofa and beds. The cottage is in good location with lots of great countryside on the doorstep but also really close to the lovely towns of Bernard Castle and Bishop Auckland. Popped into the Royal Oak pub for a few drinks which is a friendly country pub with some outside tables for nice evenings. Some stunning castles close by. Raby Castle just a few miles away should definitely not to be missed and High Force waterfall is also a great day out. The hotel there does a great roast on Sundays. Then town of Bernard Castle is lovely to explore, a picturesque ancient town. Would definitely consider visiting the cottage again in the future.

garrialis, June 2018
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The property

A lovely spacious and welcoming terrace cottage set in the sleepy village of Butterknowle.

Host to warm and homey furnishings and quiet surroundings, the property lends families and friends a well-earned rest away from the hustle and bustle.

Set over two floors, it offers light and airy bedrooms with delightful landscape scenery.

Downstairs you enter through an immaculately- presented dining area, through to the kitchen which has all you need for a comfortable stay.

Why not rest a while after a long journey, sit back on comfy sofas and enjoy the rural atmosphere?

The sitting room has some lovely features, including a beautiful inglenook fireplace to get cosy in front of and large windows, welcoming lots of light.

This room then leads you out into the enclosed patio area, where you can sit and savour a light beverage and take in the beautiful, natural ambience.

The village of Butterknowle has a pub just a short walk away, or why not venture into the Vale of Durham where there are plenty of exciting attractions for you and the kids to explore?

Hamsterley Forest, a delightful 2000-hectare oasis and Raby Castle, the grand historic estate are two hugely popular destinations and are definitely worth a visit.

If you enjoy walking, there are options for short and longer routes on the Bishop Auckland trail, passing through well-tended woodland and peaceful countryside close to Auckland Castle and Binchester Roman Fort.

For those who love a round of golf, Bishop Auckland Golf Club is a first class parkland course with beautiful verdant landscape across ancient grounds.

This is the perfect countryside retreat to escape to, in a scenic, rural setting.

Summary

Over two floors
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with free standing roll top bath, basin, WC and heated towel rail
Kitchen with large range style oven
Utility out house
Dining room
Sitting room with multi-fuel stove.
Solid fuel central heating, multi fuel stove
Electric hob/oven, fridge, dish washer, washing machine in out house, TV, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, highchair, stairgate, off road buggy and moses basket available
Ample off-road parking
Patio area with private access at front
Two well behaved dogs welcome, more may be allowed on request
Sorry, no smoking
Pub 6 mins walk

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About the location

BUTTERKNOWLE

Barnard Castle 7.6 miles; Bishop Auckland 8 miles; Darlington 15 miles.

Set between the pretty market towns of Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle is the sleepy little village of Butterknowle, near to Hamsterley Forest. Head West to spend the day in Barnard Castle, set on the site of a Roman fort, where the medieval castle ruins still tower over the River Tees. The town boasts quaint cobbled streets, yards and back lanes, which were first laid out in the 12th century, along with rows of attractive, old stone houses. The town centre hosts an arts complex should you be in search of a bit of culture, whilst there’s a range of independent shops to peruse, where you’re certain to find the perfect holiday keepsake. A short drive eastward from Butterknowle brings you to bustling town of Bishop Auckland, elevated above the River Wear and known as the Gateway to Weardale.On the outskirts of the town you can wander the ancient stones of the Binchester Roman Fort, the largest in the county. Beautiful walking country is right on the doorstep of this village, with the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just a few miles away, whilst an array of interesting towns and a wealth of historic attractions can all be found within an easy drive.

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Butterknowle, Yorkshire Dales - North (Ref. 971516)

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Reviews

“Stone cottage is beautiful a comfy cozy clean home from home for us humans and our two labradoodles.”

“Having stayed here before we knew what to expect, and it didn't disappoint.”

“Fantastic holiday”

“Fantastic cosy cottage, spotlessly clean and well equipped.”

“So dog friendly”

“Cosy cottage in rural setting with great walks and very homely.”

“We had no hot water on arrival at Stone Cottage on the Saturday.”

“Highly recommend”

“There was a lack of communication between departments.”

“Cosy, traditional cottage in a beautiful location with great walks on your doorstep”