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"What a wonderful little cottage with everything you need for your stay."
The kitchen was well equipped, the beds were really comfy and the bathroom was modern and spacious. There is a lovely seating area outside to enjoy a morning cuppa or a glass of wine on an evening.
A very generous welcome pack is provided and milk in the fridge which was very thoughtful. We had some nice chats with Rob, the owner. He was on hand if we needed anything but left us to enjoy our holiday. We would certainly recommend.
Reviewed by KerryJul 2022
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"Curlew Cottage is comfortable, clean and very well equipped."
It is ideal for a relaxing holiday. The owners have provided a comprehensive library of walk leaflets, tourist information and generous welcome pack.
Reviewed by KeithJul 2022
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"It was a pleasure to enter such clean and cosy cottage."
I am very particular about where I stay but Curlew cottage came out on top.
Reviewed by BarbraJul 2022
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"This is the fifth year of visiting cottage."
Love it. It's in a nice quiet position where you can sit out with cuppa and enjoy the view. Plus only a short drive away to many tourist attractions like High Force Waterfall, Bowes Museum.
Thoroughly enjoyed my time there this year and dry sunny weather too.
See you next year.
Reviewed by SallyJun 2022
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"The cottage was lovely and our host Rob supplied us with a lovely welcome pack on arrival."
We will definitely be returning.
Reviewed by JanetJun 2022
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"A Beautiful cottage with lovely views and a delightful garden."
The property was very well equipped with many extras, the owners had thought of everything The welcome package and the fresh flowers were much appreciated. It was in a lovely area ideal for walkers but also other attractions nearby. I highly recommend it and we are hoping to return in the future
Reviewed by PatriciaMay 2022
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"We would thoroughly recommend this cottage and thank the owner for not only a lovely cottage but pleasure in talking to him."
Reviewed by MargaretMay 2022
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"This is the second year we have used Curlew Cottage."
It is in an excellent location, amid peaceful countryside, yet so near to many lovely historical places. The cottage contains everything of the highest quality to make our stay perfect. We shall certainly be back .
Reviewed by DerekApr 2022
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"What a gem of a cottage!"
We had such a warm welcome from the owner Rob, and there was a very generous welcome pack, and some lovely personal touches like flowers in a jug when we arrived. The location of the cottage in stunning, the views are glorious and the sunny patio is such a lovely place to sit. Internally the cottage is beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. The kitchen area is really well equipped, comfy beds and a great shower. We had a lovely week and would definitely recommend this lovely cottage!
Reviewed by DebbieMar 2022
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"We finally had a lovely stay at curlew cottage after waiting 2 years because of covid !"
The cottage was immaculate and had everything you could possibly need. The owner was very pleasant and made us feel very welcome with a lovely welcome box . Would return in a heartbeat if we can get the dog looked after.
Reviewed by RoyMar 2022
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"A genuine home from home."
Just right for two folks who like to self cater without fuss and get out bird watching and enjoying the beauty of the Dale . The cottage had everything we needed . The owners were welcoming and we got the feeling that they were on hand if we needed anything.
Reviewed by BarbaraMar 2022
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"Lovely cottage."
Has everything you need. We stayed in Jan/Feb and were warm and cosy. Host very helpful and pleasant. Welcome box was generous. Location is perfect for exploring Upper Tees,Pennines, Swaledale and Wensleydale. Even parts of Cumbria if you choose. Great walking. Barnard Castle is a pretty little town. Everyone very friendly. Super shops. Perfect break!
Reviewed by TraceyJan 2022
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"A lovely cottage."
Clean, cosy, everything you need. The owners have clearly gone to a lot of trouble. Pretty location.
Reviewed by AlexJan 2022
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"This is such a lovely cottage!"
Although it’s a very old cottage, it was warm and cosy and has been beautifully refurbished and equipped with everything you could possibly need, including a log-burning fire. The welcome pack and fresh flowers were a pleasant surprise. It was well situated only a couple of miles from the town of Barnard Castle, where there is a fair-sized supermarket and many other smaller shops.
Curlew Cottage has a lovely atmosphere and, despite the weather not really being suitable for walking, I very much enjoyed my stay here.
The owners are delightful, generous people and always ready to help out with anything you need. Looking forward to returning one day, hopefully in the not too distant future.
Reviewed by TeresaDec 2021
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"Such a lovely cottage so cosy and lovely and warm every thing you could want HIGHLY RECOMMENDED David/Margaret"
Reviewed by DavidNov 2021
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"Excellent accommodation, its well appointed and has everything you need for a very comfortable stay."
Good location for the town centre. Welcome pack was a nice touch.
Reviewed by TraceyOct 2021
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"As advertised Curlew Cottage is located in a beautiful setting."
It is private, away from road and traffic noise and very restful. But is on the edge of Barnard Castle a lovely little town with lots of amenities. Spotlessly clean and tastefully fitted out with good beds and bedding. Top of the range oven/grill. Full central heating which we used late in September. We briefly met one of the proprietors from a distance as per COVID and he apologised for that and said they normally welcome their guests personally. Bonus: a complementary box of goodies with Prosecco and fresh pink roses. We will be back!
Reviewed by MarilynSep 2021
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"Main issue was telecomms, not owners fault and not Sykes doing!"
No TV or radio all week due to fire at mast in August and by end of week no internet or landline due to a BT problem on top! Very bad luck as its a lovely cottage very comfortable and we enjoyed the peace and quiet too.
One think we didnt spot in yr online info about the cottage which was a big plus was that the main heating is central heating and was great
Reviewed by RuthSep 2021
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"We had a lovely stay the cottage was lovely the only disappointment was very little signal for the internet and the signal for the television was very poor."
Other than that we had a lovely stay.
Reviewed by AlanAug 2021
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"Everything in the cottage you could ever want or need."
The fresh flowers were an extra thoughtful touch. The welcome pack well never had one so plentiful even had milk in the fridge. So many extras. A bit out of Barnard Castle but we’ll worth it for the views. Will certainly be returning.
Reviewed by MargaretAug 2021
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"Lovely cottage in an idyllic location."
Well maintained with everything you require. Nice welcome pack on arrival. Would recommend. Thank you.
Reviewed by PaulJul 2021
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"This is the 4th year of staying at Curlow cottage."
It's a lovely cottage just right for what I like and I love the area. Very comfortable cottage lovely shower. Lovely welcome hamper thanks . Looking forward to visiting Curlow cottage again next year. Thanks for another beautiful relaxing stay
Reviewed by SallyJun 2021
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"What a wonderful location,with a mini park right next to the cottage."
Just outside Barnard, clean tidy and comfortable,5 stars,we will book again !
Highly recommended....
Reviewed by FredJun 2021
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"Beautiful cottage in a lovely quiet location."
Lovely welcome pack on arrival. Spotlessly clean . Loads of maps, walks and guides for the area. Will definitely return.
Reviewed by JosephMay 2021
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"Despite the weather being cool and unsettled the cottage was warm and comfortable and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay."
This was our second visit and we would certainly recommend it. Lovely location.
Reviewed by ChristineMay 2021
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"Our second stay in Curlew Cottage and just as good as the first."
It's well furnished and equipped with a delightful patio and views of fields, hills and sheep, even a real resident curlew.
Reviewed by MaryMay 2021
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"Second visit, as lovely as the first, having nice accommodation to come back to ..."
Second visit, as lovely as the first, having nice accommodation to come back to at the end of a wet, cold and windy day makes all the difference, all’s good at curlew cottage,
Reviewed by MaryApr 2021
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"First time in renting a cottage, hence expectations were unknown."
Curlew cottage could not have been any better, everything about it was excellent. Little extras, e.g flowers and welcome pack made this a holiday we’d like to repeat. On the basis of this trip in which the whole process was superb, from the booking process to leaving the cottage, we look forward to our next two bookings of Sykes cottages in Cornwall. We heartily recommend Sykes and will certainly use them again.
Reviewed by DerekApr 2021
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"My third year at this beautiful relaxing cottage."
I love it.
Reviewed by SallyAug 2020
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"Curlew Cottage is a lovely holiday let."
The owners have evidently put much thought into the facilities and everything is provided. It is comfortable clean and a pleasure to be in.For a nice quiet comfortable break I can well recommend Curlew Cottage
Reviewed by BernardAug 2020
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"So peaceful and quiet really nice to come back to after the day."
Reviewed by AllanJul 2020
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"The cottage is very very nice, everything we needed, quiet and peaceful location."
Reviewed by MaryJul 2020
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"We were so comfortable in this lovely cottage while storm Denis raged outside."
The cottage was clean, warm and very well equipped including a hairdryer which I wish Sykes would include in their listings. I've packed a hairdryer to go to several Sykes cottages only to find one already there. We chose the cottage as it is all on one level and has a shower cubicle which is lovely when you cannot get into a bath. This cottage is in our favourite area of England and we had a warm welcome there. Would certainly like to go again.
Reviewed by MavisFeb 2020
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"Second time i have been to this beautiful cottage."
Scenic area and cottage has everything and comfort you could wish for. I have already booked to holiday here next year
Reviewed by SallyAug 2019
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"Weather was bad but a lovely holiday no problems."
Reviewed by FrederickAug 2019
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"Val was lovely ."
The welcome pack was brill. It has everything we needed priced nice for the time of year and it is a great place to use as a base to roam the North East
Reviewed by SueJul 2019
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"Our second visit, peaceful and quiet, the cottage is lovely and comfortable with everything you need."
Will be back.
Reviewed by GlendaJul 2019
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"We were looking for peace and quiet and found it."
We loved the bijou cottage with all its modern facilities. Great shower and comfy beds. A great base for exploring the moors nearby. The basket of goodies with a bottle of wine we found on our arrival was unexpected and gratefully received, thanks. Recommended to couples looking for comfort and style.
Reviewed by JuanitaJun 2019
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"I really enjoyed the location and tranquility at the cottage."
The cottage was really comfy with all modern conveniences and exceeded all my expect ions. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property to my friends.
Reviewed by Margaret HelenMay 2019
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"Curlew Cottage was one of the best holiday cottages I have used."
Lovely situation in open rolling countryside, a short drive into Barnard Castle an interesting busy market town. The cottage was very attractively furnished with everything one requires.
Excellent hosts.
Reviewed by BernadetteMay 2019
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"Nice owners, a goody basket and fresh flowers to start, the cottage was very comfortable with everything we needed to hand, it lives up to its name as the only sounds you hear are the Lambs and the calls of the Curlews ."
We will be back.
Reviewed by MarcApr 2019
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"The cottage was lovely and very well equipped, and the owners were so pleasant and helpful."
They also provided a welcome hamper which was full of very helpful and pleasant goodies.
Over all we felt welcome!!
Reviewed by GeorgeMar 2019
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"Rob and Valerie were excellent hosts, they greeted us on arrival and gave us a tour of the property."
Their cottage was immaculate and had everything you needed to make your stay comfortable. There are plenty of places of interest to visit within close proximity and wether you decide to eat in in the well equipped cottage or eat out in the many local restaurants you won't go hungry. We highly recommend this property and thanks again to our hosts.
Reviewed by AdrianOct 2018
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"The owners were extremely helpful."
Even though our holiday was cut short due to unexpected circumstances, we had a good time whilst we were there.
Reviewed by AshleyOct 2018
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"“Curlew” is a well appointed and comfortable cottage in beautiful and quiet surroundings."
The owners are most welcoming but did not intrude at all and provided us with undoubtedly the best complimentary hamper we’ve ever had! Many thanks to Mr & Mrs Pearson once again and we have no hesitation in recommending this cottage to others.
Reviewed by RobinOct 2018
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"No matter what we did during the day, we always had the lovely Curlew Cottage to come back to."
The perfect end to a lovely day.
Reviewed by ElizabethSep 2018
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"A great small cottage with all essentials, in a beautiful location."
Owners on site and helpful but not intrusive. We will probably visit again.
Reviewed by PennySep 2018
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"Absolutely brilliant."
Loved the cottage and loved the two lambs that kept coming to see me when sitting out. the views were beautiful
Reviewed by SallyAug 2018
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"The cottage was lovely as were the owners."
Welcome pack was a great idea. Everything was provided for a stress free break. Surroundings including sheep were great. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed by TedAug 2018
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"Lovely location and setting."
Ideal for exploring North Pennies and Yorkshire Dales. A well equipped little cottage with most things you need. Very friendly and helpful owners. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. We had a lovely two weeks.
Reviewed by PeterAug 2018
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"The hosts were exceptionally welcoming and made sure we knew how to get to attractions we might be interested in."
They looked up the best car park in Durham for people with mobility problems and printed out a map. Very clean cottage with good supply of interesting books, DVDs , and magazines
Reviewed by TimothyJul 2018
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"Very clean and comfortable -nice and private-good welcome pack"
Reviewed by RonaldJul 2018
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"The cottage and area great, owners lovely, nothing too much trouble, will return, no hesitation."
Reviewed by GlendaApr 2018
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"We were very happy with the location and welcome that we received."
. Excellent accommodation, and we would recommend the cottage.
Reviewed by AnthonySep 2017
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"I had to request details of our booking several times with about 4 phone calls ..."
I had to request details of our booking several times with about 4 phone calls up to 3days before we were due to go which was stressful
Reviewed by KathMar 2017
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"First time in northhumberland used the cottage as a base to look around for our retirement home ."
Owner very friendly and helpful. we will be coming back to this cottage and continue house hunting. a very quiet and restful holiday for both of us.back soon
Reviewed by AdrianMar 2017