Low Shipley Cottage

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes

Reviews

Mrs Kinzel
March 2018

“We have just had a fabulous ...”

We have just had a fabulous weekend, the cottage was immaculate, it had all the home comforts you would need. ...

We have just had a fabulous weekend, the cottage was immaculate, it had all the home comforts you would need. Derek greeted us with a warm welcome, he told us about the great walks and eateries in the area which were just perfect. There have been a few comments about the track to the cottage, we took our time driving down and really didnt find it a problem at all. It was so nice to be off the beaten track. This is also an awesome location for stargazing with no light polution for miles. We will certainly visit again, very soon.

Mr Lewis
August 2017

“Lovely cottage in a very tranquil ...”

Lovely cottage in a very tranquil setting ,very friendly and helpful owners...Thinking of rebooking.

Mr Lewis would rebook this property
Mr Kerwin
July 2017

“Lovely high end cottage with the ...”

Lovely high end cottage with the perfect view

Mr Kerwin would rebook this property
Mr Harley
February 2017

“Brilliant cottage photos make it ...”

Brilliant cottage photos make it look small but we were shocked at the size. Kids love all the animals plus wild animals around the cottage.

Mr Harley would rebook this property
Ms Iremonger
January 2017

“The owners were very warm and ...”

The owners were very warm and welcoming and there wasn't anything that they wouldn't do for us. Thank you

Ms Iremonger would rebook this property
Miss West
January 2017

“The cottage photos do not do it ...”

The cottage photos do not do it justice - much prettier in person. Lovely view, comfor table and we'll kept.

Miss West would rebook this property
Vahevala5555
January 2017
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“Just what we wanted”

Review long overdue. Circumstances! We have only recently been staying in holiday cottages and I soon learned to pack my own cleaning things. Not needed here, I didn't even take them inside as the bathroom was perfect, the cleanest I have encountered . A real credit to the owners. No sign of any previous residents.,what a lovely start to our short break. The bedrooms were lovely; simply furnished with such comfortable beds , nice bedding and very quiet. Plenty of places of interest to visit locally, excellent transport to go further afield, perfect peace at ' home' ' if that is what you want. Only regret? Not taking my telescope for those night skies. Next time!
Mr Lees
November 2016

“Lovely cottage, ideal for two ...”

Lovely cottage, ideal for two couples. Well equipped with comfortable beds and warm ensuite bathrooms. Beautiful views and many walks from the doorstep.

Mr Lees would rebook this property
Miss Shishkareva
September 2016

“Gorgeous cottage attached to a farm ...”

Gorgeous cottage attached to a farm - about 2 miles down a partly-made/partly-unmade road. Can be accessed with low car if driven down carefully. On arrival the cottage was stocked with milk and bread, and had gorgeous flowers welcoming us. The rooms were cosy and ensuite. The cottage was warm and welcoming and looked out on a beautiful valley. Can't fault anything about our stay! It was comfortable, remote, and very clean.

Miss Shishkareva would rebook this property
Mrs Eastman
August 2016

“When we arrived at the cottage, we ...”

When we arrived at the cottage, we had bread milk and biscuits, which was a lovely gesture. The cottage was very roomy and clean. Bedrooms where beautiful and beds where very comfortable. The scenery was breathtaking. Locals where friendly. Would recommend it to family and friends, We had a fantastic time. So would like to thank owener for letting us stay.

Mrs Eastman would rebook this property
Mr Beattie
July 2016

“We were very pleased to find ...”

We were very pleased to find everything so clean and welcoming. The beds were extremely comfortable and the area so quiet, perfect for a very relaxing week where it was so easy to combine visits to towns and cities with enjoying the lovely countryside.
Mrs Dewhurst
June 2016

“It was very peaceful and the ...”

It was very peaceful and the cottage was extremely comfortable and spacious.
Mrs Nicholls
June 2016

“The only setback to this cottage is ...”

The only setback to this cottage is the unmade road accessing the property. The owner is trying to rectify this

Mrs Nicholls would rebook this property
noneallowed
November 2015
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“The good, bad and indifferent.”

The entrance road is very bad in places and not good for loaded or low set car. The bottom of the car scraped a few times even with careful driving. The cattle grids are low to the road also. The farm is a bit untidy looking and not inviting at all. The cottage is lovely ! but the shower pressure is dire. Many of the lights have no working bulbs. The rain was running down the outside of the log burner chimney all night, we left a voice mail and a text to the owners as no one answered the door. We are still waiting for any kind of response to that. I laid newspapers down to soak up the water. Could not put the log burner on as only two logs. Also as mentioned by previous renters Wi-Fi non existent. The beds were comfy and rooms warm. The car had a soft tyre which some guys loading vans looked at and recommended a garage for repair as there was a screw in it. We went back the farm road very cautiously the garage was excellent and soon had us on our way. I feel it is a shame the cottage needed some simple care and a bit more cleaning, ( cutlery tray, cobwebs also bulbs, no matches to light fire, logs for the fire) it did let it down.
everdreamer
July 2014
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“Very Relaxing”

This is a beautiful cottage & the photos provided does not do it justice. It is much larger than it looks. The cottage is all on one floor with a toilet, laundry room, kitchen, lounge & two bedrooms each with their own on-suite. It is very cosy inside & very nicely decorated. Outside you have a nice lawn with stunning views over the country side. The sheep seem to like the garden too as they frequently jumped over the wall to enjoy the grass. The beds are comfy but new pillows are needed as they're a little bit too soft. Each bathroom has a very deep bath with shower over it. Many people have commented on the road & yes it is bad. If you have a low car you're better not to bother but it is worth it once you're down there. FYI Wifi is advertised but there is none. You also won't get any phone signal in the area. I'd go back in a heartbeat.
A FlipKey verified reviewer
March 2014
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“fabulous cottage”

fabulous cottage,ideal for two couples,spent new year at this cottage with friends.lovely bedrooms very large kitchen diner,only drawback was the unmade road down to the cottage.
A FlipKey verified reviewer
January 2014
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“Genuine down time - realxation in natural and charming surroundi”

The cottage was excellent - the most difficult choice was which bedroom to use. It surpassed expectations. The journey down the steep track however was challenging! It was the end of the season and it had some very deep potholes, particularly tricky in the wet weather we were experiencing - I would not recommend for a very low vehicle.
Gillian B
January 2013
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“One of our most favourite Christmas's ever.”

This was our first Christmas away from our family this year, just my husband, our son, myself and not forgetting our dog Brucie. We had to travel seperately due to work commitments, our son and myself arrived on the sunday evening, as we got out of the car we could see through the open curtains a very welcoming fire blazing in the woodburner and a beautifully decorated real tree. Once inside the cottage we couldn't believe the size of it compared to how it looked on the internet! What a top quality renovation with lovely furnishings and wonderful bathrooms. I was so excited on xmas eve knowing my husband and Brucie were arriving to share this delightful cottage. We all loved it. We had a very good meal at the Fox and Hounds in Cotherstone and then settled in for a perfect xmas. Derek and Ruth, the owners were most helpful and friendly. I'm sure we will visit this lovely cottage again.

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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

Barnard Castle 4 miles.

An outstanding, stone-built barn conversion in a courtyard setting, situated midway between Barnard Castle and the pretty village of Middleton-in-Teesdale.

Superbly set in stunning countryside, this Barnard Castle cottage would suit anyone wanting peace and tranquillity yet within easy reach of a network of wonderful footpaths tracing the upper reaches of the Tees valley waterfalls.

Boasting first-class accommodation, this spacious Barnard Castle cottage offers two charming bedrooms with TVs and en-suites with underfloor heating.

The homely sitting room has elegant leather furnishings, exposed beams, oak doors and a feature stone fireplace with a woodburning stove - a lovely comfortable room to relax in following an enjoyable day out.

Outside is a small private pretty patio, ideal for alfresco dining whilst shared extensive lawns to the rear offer panoramic views of beautiful unspoilt countryside.

A short walk across the fields from this Barnard Castle cottage brings you to the delightful small village of Cotherstone with two local inns serving real ales and good food.

From the doorstep of this Barnard Castle cottage, a network of scenic walks and trails canbe enjoyed whilst a 5 minute drive brings you to the popular, historic market town of Barnard Castle with a host of antique shops, tea rooms and independent shops.

Be sure to visit the water front at the foot of the castle and take a hike further upstream to High Force and Cauldron Snout.

Nearby are The Bowes Museum and Raby Castle with the splendid grounds and deer park.

A fabulous Barnard Castle cottage, whatever the time of year.

Accommodation

All ground floor
Two double bedrooms with TV and en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Fitted kitchen with dining area
Utility
Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Amenities

Oil central heating with underfloor heating in en-suites and woodburning stove in sitting room
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
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
Bike storage
Large shared lawns to rear and small private patio with furniture and BBQ
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 4 miles (or 10 mins walk across fields)
Note: This property is accessed via 1.5 mile unmade road.

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About the location

BARNARD CASTLE

Staindrop 6 miles; Richmond 13 miles; Darlington 16 miles; Durham 20 miles.

The market town of Barnard Castle is situated in the unspoilt countryside of Teesdale in County Durham. It stands on the site of an ancient Roman ford which crosses the river. The medieval ruins of the castle still tower over the river and are well worth a visit. Known affectionately as â€˜Barney' by residents and visitors alike, the town boasts cobble streets, yards and back lanes which were first laid out in the 12th century. Beautiful walking country is right on the doorstep with The Pennine and Teesdale Ways, and the River Tees and magnificent waterfalls at High Force are all within easy reach.

Region Information

Yorkshire Cottage Holidays