Foxholes

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Four poster bed
Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

62 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Kellett
September 2020

“Would be very happy to return.”

- Mrs Kellett, September 2020
Mr Turner February 2020

“We have been before and received the same welcome from the owners.”

The owners are always friendly and obliging without being intrusive.

- Mr Turner, February 2020
Ms Noon September 2019

“Beautifully quiet cottage (apart from the cows) perfect for chilling and relaxing”

- Ms Noon, September 2019
Mrs Hilton September 2019

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- Mrs Hilton, September 2019
Miss Kirke August 2019

“Disabled access was good.”

Cottage was a good size, very clean with great facilities for a family holiday. Location excellent for local amenities and attractions.

- Miss Kirke, August 2019
Mr Jones August 2019

“Ideally placed for going to all the places we wanted to go, for example the Lake District, Wensleydale and Whitby.”

It's on a working farm so we expected the country sounds and smells and were not disappointed. The perfect place to explore North Yorkshire.

- Mr Jones, August 2019
Mrs Gillman August 2019

“We visited with our exstended family 3 generations fitted lovely into this property.”

It was spacious, had everything required for an excellent base. The surrounding area was beautiful and many attractions such as Beamish, Durham cathedral, Raby castle, High and low force waterfalls, Bowes museum, and light water all within an hours drive. Reading the visitors book the only complaints people have had were of Farm smells and flies. This property is rural so do expect both. This is not a negative just reality.

- Mrs Gillman, August 2019
Mr Turner July 2019

“A lovely barn conversion with everything that you need.”

The owners are helpful and friendly without intruding. Would recommend to anyone. Cleatlam is ideally situated for touring places of interest we took bikes and went to Raby Castle and Hamsterley Forest.

- Mr Turner, July 2019
Mrs Fawcett June 2019

“The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped we enjoyed ourselves plenty ...”

The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped we enjoyed ourselves plenty of room there were only 3 of us and the dog but it is plenty large enough for 6 people to enjoy very pleasant landlord and landlady on a working farm

- Mrs Fawcett, June 2019
Mrs Flear March 2019

“Very well laid out cottage.”

Lots of plates and cutlery etc. Heating is very quick to heat up and the cottage is cosy and warm.

- Mrs Flear, March 2019
Mrs Newman October 2018

“Friendly owners very kind and caring.”

Superb most comfy restful cottage.

- Mrs Newman, October 2018
Mrs Walker October 2018

“The accommodation is well suited to 3 generations and was comfortable.”

Guests coming to this venue need to be aware that there can be a strong smell ‘of farm country’

- Mrs Walker, October 2018
Mrs Haynes October 2018

“Living less than an hour's drive from the cottage we hadn't planned to do much sightseeing, but for anyone not from the area the cottage provides an excellent base for Durham, Tyneside, Cumbria, Yorkshire and the coast.”

The cottage is comfortable and warm, with plenty of piping hot water. Didn't use the spa bath but the shower was brilliant, with good water pressure. The owners were friendly and helpful - on arrival it you can't get hold of them at the farmhouse or on landline, try the mobile number as they are likely to be out working on the farm. Agree with previous reviews about the strong smell, but it is a farm, after all, and we soon got used to it. Usual mismatch of pans, cutlery etc but enough to get by with for holiday catering. Would recommend and would certainly consider staying there again.

- Mrs Haynes, October 2018
Mrs Hyde September 2018

“We had a lovely week at Foxholes.”

Owners very helpful.

- Mrs Hyde, September 2018
Mrs Ball July 2018

“Quick, easy and factual.”

Thank you

- Mrs Ball, July 2018
Mrs Bembridge June 2018

“Relaxing holiday.”

Property on the flat, with one small step into kitchen, suitable for elderly relatives. Good base with plenty to do and see in the area.

- Mrs Bembridge, June 2018
Mr Duffy October 2017

“GOOD ACCOMMODATION ideal if you have a dog as quiet road and fenced field in which to run.”

Owners are nearby and very helpful..Lots of ;hot water.

- Mr Duffy, October 2017
Mr Potton August 2017

“Very friendly and welcoming hosts.”

Very comfortable property in a good location. Easy to reach lots of local attractions.

- Mr Potton, August 2017
Miss Manning June 2017

“Lovely cottage very spacious in a lovely and quiet location.”

Ideal for visiting many places of interest.

- Miss Manning, June 2017
Mrs Clark September 2016

“This must be one of the best equiped cottages we have been to so far.”

If you had children there was everything you could imagine for babies upwards.

- Mrs Clark, September 2016
Mr Moffat April 2016

“Greeted on arrival by the owner who was very welcoming and friendly.”

The cottage was very cosy with a fantastic heating system and abundance of hot water which made for great power showers. Good base for touring the Durham area.

- Mr Moffat, April 2016
Miss Varutti August 2015

“The accommodation was perfect for us and it was furnished to a very high standard.”

It is in the country but ideally placed to visit local sites and places of interest. When there was a small issue the owner responded immediately and was very helpful.

- Miss Varutti, August 2015
Mr Cresser June 2015

“Comfortable well appointed cottage in a delightful part of the country.”

- Mr Cresser, June 2015
Mr Chinnery May 2015

“We chose Foxholes for the all on one level accommodation and the en-suite.”

The layout was great with the en-suite room at one side of accommodation and the bedroom with bathroom on the other side of the lounge. It was also good to be able to park close to the front door.

- Mr Chinnery, May 2015
Miss Lynch March 2014

“Lovely countryside.”

Lovely views, cosy cottage.

- Miss Lynch, March 2014
Mrs Clemmett October 2013

“Fabulous well equipped cottage, with very pleasant owners.”

- Mrs Clemmett, October 2013
Oliver family October 2013

“Really great family holiday home.”

Wanted to visit the north and the Dales, relax, visit some well known places like Beamish, NRM Shildon, High Force, etc. and found much more was here to see. This was the perfect base, child friendly, (3 kids in our group ages 6 to 10), set in a beautiful situation, well fitted out cottage, we loved it. We all agreed that it would be nice to come back. Great service, great spot, we give it an a+.

- Oliver family, October 2013
Ms Smith June 2013

“We were made to feel at home and it was lovely area, our dog felt at home too and the accommodation was ideal for my mother-in-law too as she isn't very good on her legs but she was in her own end of the accommodation but with easy reach if we were needed.”

- Ms Smith, June 2013
Miss Pearson June 2012

“The owners were friendly and made us all feel like we were family - nothing was too much trouble.”

It was home from home and set in a great place with wonderful views and places to visit. The kids loved being able to play safely in the court yard on the front, we enjoyed ourselves and liked it so much that we are looking at re-booking again next year. Would recommend it and have told family and friends.

- Miss Pearson, June 2012
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2011

“A lovely and peaceful cottage”

A well-furnished and very comfortable cottage in a marvellous countryside. The owners were very friendly and helpful. A quiet and relaxing stay.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, December 2011
Mrs Johnson November 2011

“If you want peace and quiet, this is the place to go.”

Many well known tourist attractions are within easy reach of this property - even the Lake District.

- Mrs Johnson, November 2011
Mrs Kimmings October 2011

“We had a lovely stay and were planning to come back next year!”

Thank you and we hope to see you again in 2012!

- Mrs Kimmings, October 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2011

“Foxholes - a great location for touring”

This is an excellent property in a nice quiet location.There are 3 bedrooms which for us was ideal (2 teenagers). the facilities are great and we thoroughly enjoyed our hassle=free stay

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, September 2011
Mr & Mrs Banks August 2011

“The friendliness of the owners was excellent.”

We'd booked it especially for my parents, with my dad being unsteady on his feet, and the property did not disappoint.

- Mr & Mrs Banks, August 2011
Mr Hellings July 2011

“Foxholes is a spacious property with excellent facilities near many interesting places, but away from the hustle of nearby towns.”

It is not overlooked and is in a beautiful location.

- Mr Hellings, July 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer November 2010

“Most Enjoyable”

Surrounding area was very interesting. House was a very spacious and well appointed renovation. Very hot water on instant supply. Owners were very friendly. Negatives - the oven took a lot of understanding, as did the dishwasher, and the cow byre was too close. No smell inside the house but outside was quite often a bit smelly.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, November 2010
Mrs Cross October 2010

“Beautiful scenery quite close to property - this area of the country is really undersold.”

Very cosy and warm for our week.

- Mrs Cross, October 2010
Mrs Lavery August 2010

“Very comfortable beds; excellent layout of the property and very good position for sight seeing eg York; Beamish; Windermere; White Scar Caves and of course Barnard castle and Bowes Museum.”

- Mrs Lavery, August 2010
Mrs Young November 2009

“Home safe from a too brief stay at Millstone and Foxhole.”

Fantastic accommodation in a lovely location. Would definitely recommend although would prefer to keep secret for ourselves!

- Mrs Young, November 2009
Mr Woodcock August 2009

“Truly an away from it all holiday.”

Lots to see and do and the accommodation and family were top notch. Worth the 240 mile trip.

- Mr Woodcock, August 2009
Mr Longbottom July 2008

“Ideally suited to our requirements.”

We had 2 disabled friends staying with us and they found the ease of access excellent. Very convenient for the local beauty spots. Would definitely book again.

- Mr Longbottom, July 2008
Mr Hall June 2008

“Fantastic accommodation.”

Peace and quiet with very pleasant and helpful owners. Will be visiting again in the future.

- Mr Hall, June 2008
Mr Erwin February 2008

“Great location and the layout of property was excellent.”

- Mr Erwin, February 2008
Mrs Cundy October 2007

“Foxholes is an ideal base for the Tees valley, Durham and the Lakes.”

The accommodation is first class for a 'get away from it all' holiday and the excellent amenities make it feel like a home from home. The cottage was very well heated with lots of lovely hot water and big enough for 6 people to all have their own space. The surrounding countryside absolutely beautiful!

- Mrs Cundy, October 2007
Mrs Heylings July 2007

“This cottage is extremely suitable for young and old.”

..and also if two families are visiting together, there is plenty of space for everyone.

- Mrs Heylings, July 2007
Mr Spencer August 2006

“Excellent location and a very impressive barn conversion.”

The property was top quality. We really liked the lay out of the property, a bedroom at each end allowed the two halves of our family their own privacy.

- Mr Spencer, August 2006
Mr Harris August 2006

“Lovely setting and friendly people.”

- Mr Harris, August 2006
Mrs Campbell June 2006

“Excellent accommodation, helpful owners, beautiful countryside with many places of interest to visit.”

- Mrs Campbell, June 2006
Mrs Dixon May 2006

“The three properties were ideal for our family.”

They offered individual space and yet were accessible to each other. A good location in the country but lots to see and do in the area. A very enjoyable holiday. The welcome bottle of wine added a nice touch to the holiday.

- Mrs Dixon, May 2006
Mr Kierans February 2006

“The property was furnished to a very high standard.”

We all thoroughly enjoyed staying there. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone, and we hope to go back there soon.

- Mr Kierans, February 2006
Mrs Massey August 2005

“The property was of a very high standard, with lots to do in the surrounding area.”

- Mrs Massey, August 2005
Dr Day July 2005

“This was an excellent property, and I would have no hesitation in returning, or recommending it to a friend.”

The perfect place for a relaxing break.

- Dr Day, July 2005
Mr & Mrs Hancock February 2005

“Fabulous set up with ensuite at one end of the property an 2 other beds and bath at other.”

- Mr & Mrs Hancock, February 2005
Mrs Mcardle November 2004

“An outstanding cottages in a beautiful area with the highest standards maintained by the owners.”

- Mrs Mcardle, November 2004
Mrs Martyniuk August 2004

“Excellent standard of accommodation.”

Excellent location. Friendly owners, friendly local children. Plenty to do in the area for elderly and young alike. I recommend this holiday to everybody. It is also good accommodation for the disabled as there is only one step to negotiate.

- Mrs Martyniuk, August 2004
Mr Humphrey July 2004

“Excellent accommodation.”

Lovely area. Lakeland, North Yorkshire, Co. Durham and the coast easily accessible.

- Mr Humphrey, July 2004
Mr & Mrs Walker July 2004

“Cottage was a very good central location for the Dales, the Moors , the Coast & the Lake District.”

Very spacious. The Bridgewater Arms Bistro serves delicious food !! Very friendly staff !!

- Mr & Mrs Walker, July 2004
Ms Froud December 2003

“No problems.”

Party was happy with cottages. Owners very helpful

- Ms Froud, December 2003
Mr & Mrs Archer October 2003

“Location was fantastic, loads to see and do.”

Beamish and Hartlepool Historic Quay are well worth a visit. The accommodation is located in an ideal area for children as there are no major roads running through. The owners are friendly and welcoming. We would definitely recommend Foxholes or any of the adjacent properties to family and friends. Well worth the visit and we have been twice so far.....

- Mr & Mrs Archer, October 2003
Mr Hart August 2003

“The accommodation was of a very high standard and the owners were very welcoming.”

Lots of places to visit in the Teesdale area - most enjoyable holiday.

- Mr Hart, August 2003
Mr & Mrs Archer July 2003

“The property is first class, my two girls loved the small play area.”

Great base for touring surrounding countryside, & picturesque towns/villages.

- Mr & Mrs Archer, July 2003
Mrs Palmer May 2003

“Brilliant play area.”

Lots to do in the area, a great position for visiting many areas.

- Mrs Palmer, May 2003
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Strathmore Barns

Staindrop 1.5 miles. Situated on a working farm, on the edge of the sleepy hamlet of Cleatlam, Strathmore Barns comprise the imaginative conversion of old stone byres and barns, set around a central courtyard. Care has been taken to convert the buildings to provide high quality holiday properties, retaining original features and character. Picture windows provide visitors with wonderful views over the lower reaches of the Teesdale Valley. Cleatlam itself offers wide greens (often with ponies put out to graze) at its centre. Guests will enjoy a wide range of facilities, with a play area for children and relaxing areas for adults. With the owners on hand to ensure a warm and comfortable stay, these properties are in the ideal location for exploring nearby Teesdale, Durham and the Yorkshire Dales. Note: The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 22 people.

The property

Set at an angle to Thistle Close, this imaginative conversion of an old stable block offers ground floor accommodation and features full length picture windows set within its sandstone arches.

Finished to exacting standards, this is perhaps the most sheltered of the properties, featuring the pleasing outlook over the courtyard where guests can relax.

Summary

All ground floor. Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower room with basin, WC and picture window, 1 x king-size four poster, 1 x twin
Bathroom with spa bath, fixed shower on taps, separate shower, basin and WC
Well-equipped modern kitchen with breakfast table and picture window
Spacious sitting room with separate dining area, featuring full length picture windows overlooking the pretty courtyard.
Central heating/hot water from eco-friendly wood-chip farm heating system
Electric cooker, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, WIFI, TVs, video/DVD, music system
All fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Sunny and sheltered shared courtyard to front, with garden furniture
Designated play area for children (adult supervision required)
One well-behaved pet welcome, charged at £20 per pet
Sorry, no smoking
Shop, pub etc
in Staindrop, 1.5 miles.

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About the location

STAINDROP

Barnard Castle 5 miles; Durham 20 miles.

The pretty Teesdale village of Staindrop has always been closely associated with the fortunes of nearby Raby Castle and its owners. The Castle (open to the public) is one of the most grand in England. Enlarged and beautified over the centuries, the medieval heart remains and a walled garden and 200 acre deer park add to the splendour. Staindrop has many interesting shops, pubs and cafes set round its long village green. The popular market town of Barnard Castle is 5 miles away, with its castle, the Bowes Museum, plus of course its wide range of shops and tea rooms. Walkers will enjoy the many walks around Teesdale.

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Reviews

“Would be very happy to return.”

“We have been before and received the same welcome from the owners.”

“Beautifully quiet cottage (apart from the cows) perfect for chilling and relaxing”

“I HAVE ALREADY REPLYED ONCE DO YOU NOT REPLY TO FEED BACK IF SO ITS A WASTE OF ...”

“Disabled access was good.”

“Ideally placed for going to all the places we wanted to go, for example the Lake District, Wensleydale and Whitby.”

“We visited with our exstended family 3 generations fitted lovely into this property.”

“A lovely barn conversion with everything that you need.”

“The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped we enjoyed ourselves plenty ...”

“Very well laid out cottage.”

“Friendly owners very kind and caring.”

“The accommodation is well suited to 3 generations and was comfortable.”

“Living less than an hour's drive from the cottage we hadn't planned to do much sightseeing, but for anyone not from the area the cottage provides an excellent base for Durham, Tyneside, Cumbria, Yorkshire and the coast.”

“We had a lovely week at Foxholes.”

“Quick, easy and factual.”

“Relaxing holiday.”

“GOOD ACCOMMODATION ideal if you have a dog as quiet road and fenced field in which to run.”

“Very friendly and welcoming hosts.”

“Lovely cottage very spacious in a lovely and quiet location.”

“This must be one of the best equiped cottages we have been to so far.”

“Greeted on arrival by the owner who was very welcoming and friendly.”

“The accommodation was perfect for us and it was furnished to a very high standard.”

“Comfortable well appointed cottage in a delightful part of the country.”

“We chose Foxholes for the all on one level accommodation and the en-suite.”

“Lovely countryside.”

“Fabulous well equipped cottage, with very pleasant owners.”

“Really great family holiday home.”

“We were made to feel at home and it was lovely area, our dog felt at home too and the accommodation was ideal for my mother-in-law too as she isn't very good on her legs but she was in her own end of the accommodation but with easy reach if we were needed.”

“The owners were friendly and made us all feel like we were family - nothing was too much trouble.”

“A lovely and peaceful cottage”

“If you want peace and quiet, this is the place to go.”

“We had a lovely stay and were planning to come back next year!”

“Foxholes - a great location for touring”

“The friendliness of the owners was excellent.”

“Foxholes is a spacious property with excellent facilities near many interesting places, but away from the hustle of nearby towns.”

“Most Enjoyable”

“Beautiful scenery quite close to property - this area of the country is really undersold.”

“Very comfortable beds; excellent layout of the property and very good position for sight seeing eg York; Beamish; Windermere; White Scar Caves and of course Barnard castle and Bowes Museum.”

“Home safe from a too brief stay at Millstone and Foxhole.”

“Truly an away from it all holiday.”

“Ideally suited to our requirements.”

“Fantastic accommodation.”

“Great location and the layout of property was excellent.”

“Foxholes is an ideal base for the Tees valley, Durham and the Lakes.”

“This cottage is extremely suitable for young and old.”

“Excellent location and a very impressive barn conversion.”

“Lovely setting and friendly people.”

“Excellent accommodation, helpful owners, beautiful countryside with many places of interest to visit.”

“The three properties were ideal for our family.”

“The property was furnished to a very high standard.”

“The property was of a very high standard, with lots to do in the surrounding area.”

“This was an excellent property, and I would have no hesitation in returning, or recommending it to a friend.”

“Fabulous set up with ensuite at one end of the property an 2 other beds and bath at other.”

“An outstanding cottages in a beautiful area with the highest standards maintained by the owners.”

“Excellent standard of accommodation.”

“Excellent accommodation.”

“Cottage was a very good central location for the Dales, the Moors , the Coast & the Lake District.”

“No problems.”

“Location was fantastic, loads to see and do.”

“The accommodation was of a very high standard and the owners were very welcoming.”

“The property is first class, my two girls loved the small play area.”

“Brilliant play area.”