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Host & Stay | River View Cottage

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player, offices
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

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8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Barnard Castle, England
  • Barnard Castle
    6 min walk
  • Bowes Museum
    12 min walk
  • Egglestone Abbey
    5 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    42 min drive

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Host & Stay | River View Cottage

Summary:
Whether you’re travelling with friends or family, River View Cottage will be a tranquil home from home as soon as you step through the door. Sleeping up to four guests, this charming cottage has a spacious open plan living, kitchen and dining room, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a balcony overlooking the River Tees, and a garden with outdoor furniture. Located in Barnard Castle in County Durham, River View Cottage is a fantastic choice for self-catering staycations in the North East.

The Space:
With a neutral colour scheme and quality finishing throughout, River View Cottage has a refined and stylish look. When booking this holiday home, you’ll have full access to the property which includes an open plan living, kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms, a family bathroom, a balcony and a private garden with outdoor furniture.

The kitchen perfectly combines modern and traditional with white wooden cabinets and a minimalist design. You’ll have everything you could need to prepare meals easily during your stay as the kitchen is fully equipped with appliances and cookware.

Sharing this space is the dining area which features a large wooden table and matching wooden chairs.

The property also has a cosy living area with comfortable sofas and a flat screen TV making it perfect for relaxing. Exposed beams add plenty of character to the open plan space at River View Cottage.

Take the stairs down to the lower floor and you’ll find two bedrooms and the family bathroom.

The master bedroom boasts a king size bed with an ensuite shower room and the second bedroom is a double. Both bedrooms have premium bed linens and ample storage space.
From each of these rooms you have access to ideally placed balcony. Featuring two lounging chairs and a side table. This is the perfect sopt for enjoying a morning cuppa as you listen to the natural sounds of birdsong and the running river.

The family bathroom has a bathtub with overhead shower, WC and vanity unit.

Outside you’ll find a private enclosed garden, featuring outdoor furniture and a BBQ. Perfect for al fresco dining and unwinding in the sunshine, this outside spaces is a real bonus to this property!

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the full property. The keys for River View Cottage are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date.

Private on-site parking is available for one vehicle.

Two well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay at River View Cottage per reservation.

Children should not be able to access the balcony unattended.

The Neighborhood:
River View Cottage is located in the historic market town of Barnard Castle, just two minutes from the town centre. Featured within the Guardian’s ‘10 of the UK’s best small towns’, there is something for everyone here. If you love to shop, the town has many antique shops so treasure seekers will be in their element. There are also lots of independent stores which you wouldn’t see on the average high street. Take your pick of restaurants, cafes and pubs which serve lovely home-made food.

Barnard Castle is also known for its 12th century castle. The English Heritage property has great views over the Tees Gorge. You can try to spot Richard III’s boar emblem carved above the window in the inner ward or explore the sensory garden.

Getting Around:
The closest train station to Barnard Castle is Bishop Auckland which is served by trains to and from Darlington and Middlesbrough. A number of connecting routes can also be found from these stations so getting to other locations around the UK could not be easier.

There are a number of bus routes throughout Barnard Castle. Hop on the Arriva X76 or X75 which travels to Darlington.

Interaction with Guests:
We’re always available for our guests, so do not hesitate to get in touch.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Barnard Castle. A gym is available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Barnard Castle and Bowes Museum
This vacation home offers its guests a fitness center and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Stay North Yorkshire

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fitness centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Host & Stay | River View Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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robert G.

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Great break
Excellent location by the river. The property very spacious and well equipped.Very comfortable bed.You can leave French doors open lie in bed and listen to the river and the ducks,sit outside on the balcony with a G&T. Easy walk into town. Would recommend and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024