Knights Corner Stanhope Castle

Had an amazing time staying here.

The property is clean and spacious with comfy beds and sofa’s. Plenty of logs available for the log burner. The hot tub is just the best thing to relax in. Meet the owner when he came to do checks on hot tub, lovely gentleman very friendly. Perfect say as we had family over from Australia to stay with us. The whole area is so pretty and we would definitely come back

Lovely long weekend break here - very comfortable and clean.

Hot tub was hot and clean and ready to use on our arrival. Easy access to shops and pubs right outside the gate.

Spotlessly clean, so much so that all the oven markings have been scrubbed off so it was a bit of a guessing game!

We didn’t use the hot tub but took a ‘peep’ and it looked scrupulously clean also. There were only a couple of flutes that were glass, no glass wine glasses, only plastic, personal choice but not a fan. Apart from the weather it was a very relaxing week.

We were very disappointed that the advertised children’s play area was not there.

It was the main reason we chose to stay here (the extra cost compared to other places in Stanhope was worth it for this) the pictures online do need to be updated as it’s quite a major thing not to have if you have children! The BBQ needs looking at, flames coming out of the handles and toxic smoke coming from the burnt food, just needs a good clean and safety check! We weren’t able to use the side gate (again advertised online) due to the sign on it so again this listing needs to be removed. Lots of positives though the fire pit was great, rooms lovely and comfy (mould in the en suite needs looking at, we didn’t use the shower in there due to this) perhaps the extractor fan switch could be made accessible? But it is great and I can see it being more suitable for a weekend gathering of friends rather than families.

Fantastic stay in Kinghts Corner Stayed 2 nights in Knights Corner as a family of 5 adults and 2 toddlers.

Everything was perfect, lovely hot tub, huge private garden, really comfortable beds. Everything we needed for a perfect stay was included. Scott was an amazing host, with great communication from time of booking, answering email requests for high chairs etc, to week of arrival, details of check in etc. We will definitely be recommending Stanhope Castle to friends and family.

We enjoyed a wonderful family birthday celebration in very comfortable and stylish accommodation set in a lovely location.

Beautiful home, nice and cosy.

Owners easy to get in contact with if needed. Stunning surroundings, people nice and friendly and local pubs are very welcoming

Great apartment in a lovely location.

Stanhope is a lovely peaceful village with a couple of pubs and a convenience shop, The apartment itself is part of Stanhope castle and is clean and very well furnished and maintained. The pictures do not do this place justice. Communication and arrival was also great - I would not hesitate to recommend and will likely return in the near future

The slightly lower scores were due to the steps needed to access the property.

I and the lack of lighting outside at night. I there were lights but they did not work. Apart from that inside was comfortable clean and relaxing. The village was easily accessible had everything you needed. with plesent walks close to several interesting places

Loved the property, only suggestion would be dog towel and more kitchen utensils We ate out mainly but did notice if I had of cooked for example a spaghetti bolognese there were no serving spoons.

And also there is limited shelving in the oven Overall though fantastic stay, looking forward to our next sykes holiday in October

Another fabulous week at Knights Corner!

The apartment is spacious with comfortable seating and a great dining table. The beds are super comfy with plenty of wardrobe and drawer storage space. Good showers in both bathrooms. Towels and robes provided. The kitchen is well equipped. Huge fridge and freezer. The grounds are fantastic and the hot tub a real treat. The fire pit worked well. The local co-op sells firewood but bring long skewers if you want to toast marshmallows. We used the barbecue as a stand for a disposable one but you can't buy these locally because of the risk of causing a fire when not used safely. The woodland walk in the grounds is beautiful but use the path from the patio area or risk the nettles. Shops and pubs are a short walk away. The pubs no longer serve food but the takeaways are good and the baker's is amazing. The Dales Centre has a lovely cafe and gift shops. The river is also just a short walk away and lovely for a paddle if the weather's good. The village is pretty, the people are friendly, the air is fresh and the accommodation amazing. What more could you want?

Fantastic few nights away with my partner, 3 kids and a Labrador in a gorgeous part of the country.

Accommodation was fabulous- more than enough space for us all with everything we needed. The outdoor space is huge (pictures dont do it justice!) and the hot tub was brill. Loved the dressing gowns so we weren’t cold when we got out. Stanhope itself is lovely as are the surrounding areas- had brill pizza at a pub in frosterley and a lovely Italian in Wolsingham. Also visited beamish and Durham - both a simple drive. All in all a brilliant family holiday!

Firstly the good points.

The accommodation is well positioned within the town with everything on the doorstep. It was generally clean and tidy when we arrived (but see below). The large garden was great for our grandchildren who joined us during our stay. The bad points: outside – steep steps down to the house would benefit from some proper lighting. The barbecue was rusty and not very clean, we didn’t feel inclined to use it. The log burner was rusty, full of ashes and burned through at the base – again it wasn’t really usable. We tried for several days to get the hot tub to heat up (instructions in the house were basically a brochure for a range of different tubs so not specific to the one installed at Knights Corner and not very clear). Finally contacted the owner who replied to say “press the heat button”. We’d already done this without success (it’s actually labelled “warm”). Two very helpful maintenance guys from the castle turned up the following day and tried several times to get it to work They came back three times during the day and said they thought there was a problem with it before it finally started to heat up and tried twice to contact the owner without success. We were finally able to use it once the evening before we left. Inside – house and wardrobes smelt musty when we arrived; we had to buy a plug in air freshener. TV remotes needed cleaning; the oven wasn’t cleaned properly and there was a burnt fat smell when we first turned it on. The extractor hood for the cooker wasn’t working – in an open plan property this is a must – and from other reviews we’ve seen this has been a problem since last year. Only half of the toaster worked and the kitchen itself wasn’t particularly well equipped (for example, there was one shallow serving dish for a property accommodating six people). The bathroom toilet leaked and the plug in the bathroom sink didn’t work. Five days after we returned home, having heard nothing regarding return of our damage deposit, I contacted the owner who immediately sent back photos of damage we had allegedly caused. I wasn’t aware of any damage and would have expected to be contacted much sooner if there was any issue, not much later in response to my request for the deposit to be returned. In short, for a property costing as much as this one to rent, there are too many negatives and I would not recommend it. For anyone considering a Stanhope Castle breaks please look at the more recent reviews which are available on many different websites.

Excellent stay at knights corner with 3 young children, being all on 1 level with 3 large bedrooms and living area this was ideal.

Outdoor space is fantastic.

Just enjoyed a fabulous stay at Knights Corner.

Everything was perfect for our Christmas Holiday. Hot tub was amazing and huge outdoor area to enjoy. We sat outside with the wood burner on watching the amazing stars under the dark skies. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a holiday in the area. Everything you need is close by also with the main street through Stanhope only a stones throw away. Finally - Thanks to the lovely owner Scott and his wife for being so helpful with our queries.

We had a fantastic time.

Its very quiet within a beautiful village. Apartment was spacious and well decorated. Once the heating was on it was lovely and cosy too and we all loved the hot tub. The garden is big so plenty of space for the little ones and a swing set.

We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend in knights corner.

The property was exactly as it looked in the photos, the apartment and garden area were huge, even as a party of 6 adults we had plenty of space. The large windows in the property are beautiful, the main one looks out over trees and fields, gorgeous views even in November. The apartment is very tastefully decorated, and cosy and comfortable. We loved using the hot tub. Would love to stay again.

A lovely property situated in a lovely friendly town.

Everything we needed was provided. A large garden with swings and goal for football would have been perfect if our grandchildren could have come. Woodland to walk the dog, though she needed to be kept on the lead ( both by request from owners and from point of view of safety as she was inclined to want to throw herself over the side of steep slopes after the squirrels). Within minutes we could walk to shops, pubs and a beautiful walk be the side of the Weir River. A little further, and we could be on walks into the fells. Thank you for a great week.

We had a great stay at Knight’s Corner.

The house and grounds were lovely, beds were very comfortable, hosts were clear and helpful in their communications, and everything worked well from hot tub to tv. Would happily recommend a stay here.

Our stay at knights corner was lovely.

Apartment was very clean, spacious and tidy. It was as well equipped and had everything we needed. Decorated to a high spec. Great location to village. We enjoyed the hot tub especially as it was under cover. Would highly recommend.

A very comfortable property which made for a quiet and relaxing holiday.

Second time staying in knights corner and it was as fantastic as the first, the castle offers all we need and could want as a family and fills the children’s imaginations.

Such a lovely big garden space, beautiful rooms and the hot tub is great fun. We all miss the castle and the village the instant we have to leave. Thank you

The apartment is very spacious.

Comfortable sofas, lovely dining area, well equipped kitchen, massive fridge/freezer. The WiFi is excellent. Bedrooms and bathrooms quite luxurious. The garden is huge and the views spectacular. The paths into the adjoining woodland make for a lovely walk. We saw squirrels, rabbits and an owl! The hot tub is really good!! Loads of towels provided and bath robes too! The village itself has plenty of shops (a well-stocked Coop, butchers, amazing bakery and greengrocers and the best hardware shop ever) and pubs. Loved the Bonny Moorhen and the Grey Bull. We had the best week and will definitely be back. PS for Scott, you said you wanted to know if anything was needed. A wooden spoon would be good and I think the calor gas on the BBQ is empty but we didn't use it so not sure. Thanks for providing such fabulous accomodation.

Had a great relaxing week at Knights Corner.

Lovely hot tub and outside area for the kids 13 and 10 to play football etc. Nice clean, comfortable apartment with access through gate onto main street of shops and pubs. One or two things need attention. Cooker hood extractor not working. More kitchen utensils needed such as stirring spoons and spatulas. Spare bin bags would be nice and clarity over which bins to use as there was only one green bin with number 4 on but green and blue ones with number 5 on. Controls for shower in en suite very stiff. Also a torch would be handy as we had power cuts on first night (fault of utility provider not owner and sorted following day) and we were feeling around in the dark to use bathroom in the night. Otherwise really enjoyed our stay.

What a beautiful setting!

We had an amazing half term at Knights Corner, Stanhope Castle. The property was central to everything we wanted to see, we also liked spending time at the property. The garden and hot tub were a hit with the children. We will definitely be coming back!

Lovely location Great place for our dog Needs a few improvements to be classed s luxury Love the people very friendly meet a lady that lived there very nice lady I would recommend this place to friends but please upgrade furniture out side few things In side a yes would be perfect

We all had a wonderful time, the hot tub was fabulous.

Would certainly recommend.

Overall good stay with a few things that could improve, WiFi was really slow, 2 of the rooms complained about there beds being uncomfortable and not sleeping for the first couple nights.

Really enjoyed our stay.

It's a lovely property, with great facilities.

An amazing stay at Stanhope castle.

The accommodation was spotless and luxurious throughout and made for a wonderful family mini break. The hot tub is the icing on the cake. Absolutely marvellous will certainly book again.

Kniights Corner was warm, welcoming and comfortable.

The apartment was quirky but with all modern facilities and very well placed for the main shopping street. We had a very enjoyable stay.

Really enjoyed our stay.

Very relaxing in beautiful surroundings. The Castle apartment was comfortable and clean and we loved the hot tub and the little castle play equipment to keep my youngest entertained whilst we enjoyed a cuppa

Thankyou for a truly lovely stay, we absolutely throughly enjoyed every minute of it from watching the childrens faces light up when we pulled up outside a real live castle, relaxing in the hot tub, movie nights and fun games in the huge garden and wonderful adventures in the deep dark woods.

The whole village of Stanhope was amazing and welcoming. We made lasting memories and haven’t stopped talking about since returning home.

We had a fantastic stay at Knights corner.

Decor, facilities and outside area were amazing. Can’t wait to stay again.

Our second time staying at Stanhope Castle.

A really beautiful spot, good quality and comfortable accommodation, only snag this time of year is the lack of curtains in the bedrooms which meant early starts for the children and consequently us, would have been a 5 star other than that. The space outside is amazing with young kids and perfect views. We’re looking to book again for next year again. Both Ruth and Scott very helpful throughout our stay.

lovely property, hot tub was great, garden was lovely, loved Stanhope will defiantly co sider a return visit.

Dorothy G

We have just returned from a fantastic weekend break at knights Corner.

The accommodation is great and the outdoor area is amazing. Fantastic views, loads of space, best hot tub l have been in and the most private. It was surprisingly quiet outside considering the small bustling town with its three pubs were just at the other side of the walls. Only niggle we had was the blinds in the bedrooms were not good enough to stop light in th e morning so we were up very early. On the positive side it meant we were all up and outside sipping coffee, chatting and enjoying the bird songs and views. Another nice touch was the owners contacted us before we went to double check details and make sure we knew how to get there and how to get in etc. On arrival baby cot and high chair and extra baby snuggle blankets were waiting for us. They also had tea, coffee and sugar!! Finally, the chimenea, gas barbecue and hot tub were fantastic and really made it feel luxurious. Perfect accommodation in a great location with great walks. Enjoy!!!!

We enjoyed a lovely relaxing stay , Great location out of the back gate into the market square .

Clean and well equipped accommodation. Great outdoor space which if you have children is a bonus . The staff were all very friendly and professional. Would definitely return .

Had an amazing time at this outstanding property.

Absolutely luxurious accommodation with the added bonus of a huge, private garden that we and especially our dog loved. The property was immaculate with lots of loving attention to detail. We loved the location of the property which is right in the centre of Stanhope town with a short walk to the river and three local pubs but only a fifteen minute drive to some great walks in Hamsterley Forest too which we really enjoyed. Stayed for a week and could have quite easily stayed longer in the lovely peace and quiet. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Had a wonderful New Year stay.

The apartment met all our requirements and we had everything we needed. The village and surrounding area is peaceful with lovely walks. We dined locally and bought local produce. Evenings were spent relaxing and chilling in the spacious hot tub enjoying the great outdoors under a canopy of lights. The TV worked well and we were able to watch planned programmes. We enjoyed the Cava and chocolates left by our hosts. Nothing to dislike.

Beautiful property.

Fantastic location with everything on the doorstep. Hot tub was an exciting extra with a stunning background to unwind after a nice walk.

Very nice property, well furnished and comfortable.

Enjoyed the hot tub and the garden.

Second stay in this lovely apartment, and we still love it.

We had 2 couples and a granny in our party and we had our own rooms, 1 en-suite and 1 shared bathroom, so plenty of room for everyone to get ready and get out without queuing. Kitchen is very well equipped, so you can easily cook and serve your own meals if you don’t want to eat out - although the cafe in the square was lovely. Did I mention the hot tub? What a bonus! In a bespoke wooden gazebo to keep the rain off, perfect way to end the day - not overlooked, and nice to watch the moonrise in the early evenings in autumn/winter. Stanhope is a nice village with a great range of shops for supplies and good road links to Durham and beyond. Only thing stopping me giving 5 stars across the board is the lack of a dishwasher - but that’s a ‘boys job’ in my house lol

Fabulous holiday.

Wonderful accommodation and great location. Details for check in and departure could be a little clearer for example check in was from 3.30 but office only open until 4pm. Had to call to get further instructions on this when this could have easily been in email. Also on departure the email said to check the book for instructions but nothing was in here about rubbish, bed linen, key etc. Just minor things that would help. Accommodation was fantastic

Lovely apartment, garden, grounds and village.

We loved it here it was so relaxing. The village had everything we needed close at hand and lovely walks without having to drive. Staying here was staying in the countryside with amenities walking distance, very relaxing and peaceful. Loved the extras in the apartment, toiletries, dressing gowns, cleaning products etc. Our only criticisms would be the bedroom. The blinds do not shut out any light and we were woken early every morning. The main bedroom also needs a new mattress. Otherwise thank you for a lovely holiday

We went as 2 couples, one of which with a 4-year-old, and honestly could not have expected any better.

The accommodation itself was stunning as well as the grounds it was set in and the little lad never found himself bored with the playpark on the back garden! Along with that the village itself, Stanhope, was a beautiful little village with absolutely everything you would need right on your doorstep. Quite literally a perfect trip away and one we’ll 100% do again.

Patio furniture that you can sit at to eat at in periods of warm weather

Had a lovely holiday, all staff friendly and helpful.

Extremely clean and comfortable. Loved the garden the Grandkids enjoyed all the open space, everything you would need in the accommodation and in Stanhope close by. Will return.

It was a perfect week outstanding property the garden having its own park was a bonus for my granddaughter.

The property was so clean and had everything it needed we will be back

This place is fantastic for a family.

The garden is huge , our girls loved running around with our dog and playing on the climbing frame and slide. We enjoyed our time in the large hot tub and the apartment itself was so cosy. The village of stanhope is picturesque and the shops are very close if you run out of any essentials. We would definitely book again. Thankyou for a lovely stay.

Excellent accommodation,apartment was everything and more ,cleanliness was 5 star ,couldn’t recommend enough

Enjoyed a very relaxing week at Knight’s Corner Apartment.

Right in Stanhope centre so handy for takeaway meals if your too busy out and about for cooking. Weardale is a very pretty part of the country. Nice walks if you get the weather. We shall most certainly return to Knight’s Corner again. The only negative was, because I have walking issues, were the seven stairs leading into/out of the apartment, it only being the one way to enter. A handrail would be a great help but maybe as it is a listed building, that may not be possible. A dishwasher would have been very handy also if there was somewhere to have one installed. A very enjoyable holiday and look forward to returning.

Amazing holiday let.

had more kitchen amenaties that i would normally see. very local to the pubs and walks. Very dog friendly Place. Excellent facilities.

Great accommodation, the garden at Knights Corner is much larger than we expected.

Perfectly located for walks. Due to Covid most places that serve food are closed but other places are open in villages a few miles away. My only issue was the double bed. On the first night the wooden lats underneath the mattress had come loose (unbeknown to me) and the mattress was dipped making it incredibly uncomfortable. After being advised the following day by the owner that we should pull up the mattress and fix the lats back in and turn the mattress it was more comfortable - so just a heads up, apparently this happens a lot. Otherwise this was a great and comfortable stay!

Knights Corner is a fantastic place to stay.

You are in the centre of the village with entrance off the market square through the castle gate. The hot tub and the garden are very private. You're at the centre of a beautiful area with walks on the doorstep. We had a super vusit and would highly recommend Knights Castle.

This is our second time staying at Knights Corner and we had another fabulous week.

The apartment is spacious, well equipped and the bedrooms are extremely comfortable. The real highlights for us are the vast garden, that is very well looked after and perfect for kids and the hot tub. The village of Stanhope is picturesque and has some great local shops and takeaways. Our children also love the park. If you have concerns about going away during the pandemic, this is the perfect place to have a break away from it all. The owner and their team are very approachable and responsive to any queries. We always feel like we have had a proper break when we have been here and have already booked again for next year.

We had a lovely stay at Knights Corner, it was clean, luxurious and perfect for our family.

It would benefit from a few small items such as, a Cafetiere, dust pan and brush but otherwise it was great. Thank you for a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday.

Holiday apartment in great location lots to see and do.

Owners very helpful. Facilities and presentation of apartment was excellent.

Great property and location fully enjoyed my stay

Beautiful place and surroundings.

Very comfortable beds and good facilities. Few cleaning issues and attention to detail ie clock broken, tealight batteries run out, no TV in bedroom and not sky TV just broadband. We felt a dishwasher would be a good add and some shelves in the ensuite shower room for storage. We would definitely come back as received a warm welcome and it ticked a lot of boxes for us. Just needs a little spruce up in areas.

Property was really good and the access and last day exit was seamless.

It could have benefited from having a dishwasher but since the Coronavirus lock down started while we were there, there was plenty of time to get the dishes done. Would love to have been able to enjoy the local attractions and pubs, but covid 19 curtailed that side of things. Still, if you had to Self Isolate, this property was Ideal. It even had its own play park for my granddaughter, and the hot tub was great for us older ones. Would certainly recommend Sykes to anyone who is looking for this type of accommodation.

Wow what a place to step into 2020 , Knights Corner is amazing and we loved every single second during our stay, the place was lovely and clean and the welcome goodies were a nice touch, my son loved the secret room and we all loved Bruce the Knight who stands outside on guard, we saw the New Year in from the lovely Hot Tub (one little niggle was no one checked the levels in the tub and we would have done gladly ourselves if told as by the 5th day it was pretty grim ) The gardens are lovely and we didn't expect a football pitch lol , I loved sitting and watching the squirrels on a morning and we loved the wood burner on a evening , we visited Stanhope village which was lovely and also a walk to the Stepping Stones is a much as its so pretty , lovely memories were made and hoping to be back to visit Knights Corner again and of course Bruce :)

This is a well equipped holiday home in a very convenient location for exploring a beautiful part of the country.

We didn't make much use of the facilities the house had to offer - hot tub, excellent TV and sound system - but that's because we had great weather and could get out exploring the area.

The location was superb.

The views from the garden stunning. Very comfortable inside. The bath in the main bathroom needs a little alteration. The water runs off the wall side onto the floor, making the floor tiles awash and very slippery. Perhaps the owners could do a little DIY to make this right. Also the front door key is very temperamental. It took a while to open on most occasions. I might be nit picking now but it would have been nice to have more than 2 toilet rolls for a whole week, and some washing up liquid would be good. Having said all that I would return to this property because of the wow factor and the location.

This Property exceeded expectations, spacious comfortable and we all enjoyed the hot tub.

We appreciated the Prosecco and ample Hamper. Most un-expected. We will be back

This is a lovely modern apartment and the six of us had a wonderful week here.

It was comfy, clean and in a great location, plus the huge garden and hot tub were used every evening. We certainly wouldn't hesitate to recommend this apartment to anyone looking for a base in this area of the country. The kitchen is well equipped and the additional extras such as satellite TV, Bluetooth speakers, and a chimnea all helped make it a memorable stay. There are a couple of minor improvements which would have made us appreciate the stay even more. Whilst there was a lovely welcome pack provided with a bottle of fizz (thank you!), we ran out of washing-up liquid/loo roll/ washing powder/kitchen roll within a few days. It would have been nice if the owners could have ensured there was enough of all of these items to last a week and save us the expense of replacing them all. Also some instructions on how to work the hot tub would have been welcome too. We managed to sort an issue with the filter program not running by finding tutorial videos on YouTube, but it would have been nice if full user instructions had been provided. Finally, it's now 2 weeks since we left and we've yet to have the housekeeping bond returned to us which is a bit disappointing. Overall though these are just minor issues and didn't distract from a great holiday in a great place. We wouldn't hesitate recommending this place to anyone looking for a chilling break

Great booking - ready to come again next year

The very large outside area was wonderful for the children to play football.

The purpose built climbing frame, swings etc was really enjoyed by the children also. All the adults enjoyed sitting round the chiminea at night time with a glass of wine. The barbecue was only used once as the weather was not the best but it was easy to operate. The accommodation was really warm and comfortable, especially the beds they were a dream.

Beautiful place to stay.

From the apartment itself to the lovely location. Everything you could ask for. Would definitely consider revisiting.

Lovely owners, made to feel very welcome.

Excellent location and facilities. Hot tub was amazing, lovely and warm. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay.

We stayed at the Castle View for 3 nights over Christmas.

This is an amazing place which is beautifully decorated with lots of nice touches. The apartment is very comfortable and met our requirements as a family of 4 adults and a family of 2 adults sharing the space. The owner had left a hamper and Prosecco which was a lovely touch and also had put up a Christmas tree. The outside space is fantastic with an amazing hot tub and lots of seating areas to just chill and take in the views. We had Christmas dinner at the Bonny Moorhen pub which is literally just outside the castle gates, it was delicious and very reasonably priced and you get a warm welcome from the landlady, Zara. The local Indian takeaway is also worth a visit and there’s a co-op too for any bits and pieces. We really could have stayed here longer and would definitely recommend this apartment, it was just perfect.

Absolutely fab property!

So homely and cosy. We attended for my birthday weekend and absolutely had an amazing time!! The hot tub was a favourite :) Would definitely book again

Fabulous place great find!

We will be back soon

Fantastic stay, would definetley recommend.

The Castle was set in own grounds and private, excellent location to local pubs, shops ect, the owners left us a nice litle hamper and wine, will return

After some initial difficulty accessing the keybox for the main door (resolved by a quick call to the owner, reported to Sykes who confirmed I was safe while they tried to sort it out) we were delighted to find the apartment exactly as advertised.

The photos on the Sykes site were exactly what was there - no photo-shopping or funny angles necessary. The owner had provided an extensive welcome pack which really made our first night and covered all the necessities so often missing from holiday rentals (toilet roll, kitchen roll, salt and pepper, cooking oil, washing up liquid as well as groceries including milk, tea and coffee, beautiful bread and jam and even chocolates and prosecco!). The rooms were large and well appointed, and the bathroom and en-suite were perfect for our 3-generations group. All was spotlessly clean and smelled lovely with the vase of fresh flowers in the living room. The hot tub (one of the main reasons we picked this property) was superb - being covered but with lights etc meant we could use it even in the drizzle or the dark - and we enjoyed the company of the neighbourhood cat on one evening! Stanhope (and the nearby villages) has all the amenities you could need within walking distance but the apartment was beautifully quiet and private. Highly recommend this apartment.

Had a fab weekend here beautiful place the cottage was amazing everything u need from home so comfy so clean beautiful set up we could of stayed there longer.

..hot tub ...little play area lovely views nice walks shops & pubs close by ...perrrrfect!

Great open plan layout, lots of room, great decor, comfortable beds.

Loved relaxing in the hot tub after a long day out walking.

The cottage is part of a castle so is stunning setting.

The garden is spacious with lovely views so children would enjoy (as did we sitting outside on an evening with fish and chips). The hot tub adds extra to the outside too. The inside is lovely with a well equipped kitchen. The beds are really comfy. The village itself is a lovely place to spend time. This is one of the best cottages we've stayed.

Beautiful apartment.

Very pretty village. The owner came to greet us and left us a lovely hamper and flowers. We were overwhelmed by his generosity. We had a very enjoyable stay and we hope we can return one day.

Had fantastic time the place was amazing eould definstley reccomend it as it has something for everyone.

Such a beautiful and peaceful location in a well serviced village.

We went there with our grandchildren who were delighted to be staying in a real castle.

The hot tub was used a lot and enjoyed by everybody. There was a generous welcome pack. The chimera was used every evening as we ate in the property. The playground equipment was also used by the children and we were surprised to see that this was for our sole use in a large garden. The house had a very modern kitchen and bathrooms. Wallpaper and furniture seemed to complement the castle theme. Beds were very comfortable. Just outside the bottom gate are two pubs and you are right in the centre of the village shopping area. The Co-op was very well stocked. Railway enthusiasts would be pleased to see the award winning station on the Weardale Railway that has a service on some days to Bishop Auckland. We visited High Force waterfall on the Tees and the Killhope Lead Mining Museum where we all went underground. Both are well worth a visit and not too far away. Sunday was spent at Beamish Museum about 30 minutes away. This is highly recommended and despite being a hot school holiday weekend, did not feel crowded. There was plenty of car parking space. All in all very recommended with no drawbacks. We would go again.

We were a group of 6 girls, had the best time the house had everything we needed and was very clean, the location was lovely a shop and pub just next door.

We were lucky with the weather and the hot tub was lovely! Would definitely recommend to anyone and would love to go back, Thankyou Scott !

Beautiful apartment and true to the pictures on-line.