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Holme Farm Cottage

Hamsterley (4mls NW), County Durham
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Working farm
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Step back in time at The World famous Beamish Museum - Great day out for all the Family!
  • Visit Raby Castle, Auckland Castle and Egglestone Abbey
  • Discover Durham City & Cathedral surrounded by cobbled streets with boutique shopping and restaurants
Property code: 80005

An amazing place for a family get together - a home from home cottage with fabulous views, spacious accommodation and a private patio.

The perfect base for guests wanting to explore the North East where guests will find themselves surrounded by countryside walks yet within easy reach of some very popular locations. Visit the market town of Barnard Castle home to a French designed Chateau - Bowes Museum with its collection of art, or, nearby Hamsterley Forest will offer guests a real outdoor experience, great for adventurous bikers. The university city of Durham is steeped in history with its cathedral and castle which sit at the centre of the city. Book tickets for Kynren - an outdoor performance celebrates 2000 years of history - not to be missed!

This spacious farm cottage sits within the private owner’s working farm grounds and provides a wonderful holiday retreat for family and friends. Stepping into the entrance, leave behind your coat and shoes and make your way into the lounge/diner, where guests can relax on the sofa getting cosy with the gas fire with surround whilst watching a film on the Smart TV or gather round the table and play a board game, there are also patio doors that give access to the patio. The kitchen is separate and offers everything you require to prepare a home-cooked meal with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. There are two lovely bedrooms both with king-size beds, one of which is a zip and link (which can be made into 2ft6” twins on request). Then lastly you will find the shower room with shower and WC.

Guests can enjoy breakfast or dinner outdoors on the patio or enjoy a drink together well into the evening on warm nights. Private off-road parking for two cars is available.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 king-size zip-and-link ( which can be made into 2ft6" twins upon request)
  • Shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine
  • Welcome pack provided
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Patio garden with seating
  • Private off-road parking for 2 cars available
  • Shop 2 miles, Pub 0.5 miles
  • Highchair Available
  • Bike storage available upon prior request
  • Property situated on a partial working farm
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Elliot Albiston

This property is personally managed by Elliot.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Pamela 11th August 2023

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What can I say! It was the nicest holiday cottage I have ever stayed in! Felt instantly at home and hosts Christine and Ray were really lovely, making us feel very welcome. The cottage is unbelievably well equipped., everything has been thought of. The views from the cottage are just spectacular. With so many lovely places in the surrounding area tRead moreo explore, we were spoilt for choice! Perfect for a relaxing holiday in total comfort. Would highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Graham 28th July 2023

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Fantastic location with stunning views. Christine was the perfect host and her communication was excellent. Superbly appointed cottage with all that anybody needs for a comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Hugh 14th July 2023

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This cottage is in a beautiful location with easy access to the countryside and tourist attractions. It is comfortable, and well equipped with fine decoration and furnishings.. The owners were welcoming and offered any help that we may have needed.

Reviewed by Paul 23rd June 2023

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Excellent stay in a well equipped and furnished cottage, well situated for the Weardale, Durham and surrounding area.

Reviewed by Anne 5th April 2023

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Brilliant place to stay very spacious and clean

Reviewed by Pete 9th September 2022

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It takes something really special for me to enthuse over holiday accommodation but this was something special. Comfortable seating in both the lounge and dining room, comfortable beds, everywhere spotlessly clean, with pretty much everything you might need for you stay, all in excellent condition and a warm welcome and goodbye from the hosts ChristRead moreine and Ray. I almost forgot to mention the superb views. It was like being at home but away. Highly recommended - we will be returning! Hide

Reviewed by Martin 29th July 2022

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Holme Farm Cottage is outstanding in our wide experience of holiday cottages. The standard in every respect is exceptional equalled by the desire of Ray and Christine Stelling to ensure we had a most enjoyable holiday. We highly recommend this venue set in wonderful scenery and near to places of historical interest. Martin & Vivienne Dodgson AugustRead more 2022 Hide

Reviewed by Wendy 15th July 2022

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The best and loveliest cottage we have stayed in, topped off by Christine and Ray's warm welcome on arrival. Am amazingly beautiful location too.

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