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The Granary Cottage
Dog friendly holiday cottage in Bishop Auckland with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.
Bedrooms - 2
Sleeps - 4
Bathrooms - 2
Pets welcome
Bedroom 1: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, shower seat and toilet.
Bedroom 2: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, shower seat and toilet.
First Floor:
Open plan living space: With beams and wooden floor.
Living area: With 28" Freeview TV.
Dining area.
Kitchen area: With Rayburn, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Outbuilding with washing machine and tumble dryer. Complimentary afternoon tea provided for weekly bookings. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Hot tub (private). Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children under 12 years old.
Nestled in rolling countryside, on a working farm bordering North Yorkshire and County Durham, The Cottage at Wilson House offers guests peace, tranquillity and all-round stunning views.
Adjacent to the owner’s home, yet retaining a level of privacy, guests will find the cottage welcoming, cosy and full of character. It is perfect for couples wanting to enjoy a romantic break or friends wanting to share their holiday accommodation.
Within the surrounding area, there are numerous public footpaths and cycleways through beautiful unspoilt countryside, riversides, moorland and woodland. Guests wishing to simply relax can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the cottage with its private courtyard, outdoor seating area, barbecue and private spa hot tub.
Inside the cottage the living area on the first floor is open plan and full of character with cosy sofas and a well-equipped kitchen and dining area. The two double bedrooms on the ground floor each have en-suite facilities with power showers, towels and bathrobes provided.
Ideally situated for exploring the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, The Cottage at Wilson House is close to Teesdale, Swaledale and Arkengarthdale which are becoming increasingly popular places for walkers and cyclists to explore and enjoy. Only 5 miles from the historic market town of Barnard Castle, guests must take a trip to the famous Bowes Museum as well as the old castle ruins. For guests wanting to travel a little further afield, there are excellent links along the A66 and the A1M.
The cathedral city of Durham can be reached within one hour’s drive north, as well as the historic city of York in the opposite direction. The beautiful fells of the Lake District are just over an hour’s drive west and to the east, guests will find the fabulous beaches and coastline of Whitby and Saltburn-by-the-Sea.
Barnard Castle and Richmond are the closest towns and the nearest pub serving good food and real ale is at Greta Bridge, 1 mile away. There is a fine dining restaurant and tearoom in Barningham village and two farm shops with eateries within a 2 mile radius. Most major supermarkets also deliver orders. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile
What do you need - rural cottage or beach holiday? North East England is very accessible by road and rail. There are many pet friendly holidays in The Farne Islands and Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Northumberland or Bishop Auckland - some have hot tubs.