Hoodgill Barn, County Durham

Middleton-in-Teesdale 3 miles. A stone-built, end of terrace cottage set on a hillside in a quiet rural location, close to the waterfalls of High Force and Middleton-in-Teesdale. Boasting a hot tub, outstanding views of the surrounding countryside and comfortable furnishings, this four-bedroom cottage offers excellent accommodation. Set across three floors, the property retains much of its original character, mixed with modern fixtures and fittings, to provide a perfect place for friends or family to enjoy a relaxing break. The main entrance leads guests into the first sitting room. Set out around a cosy woodburning stove, this is a great place to cuddle up with a good read. The adjoining dining room is the ideal spot for gathering together to share a hearty evening meal before spreading out the maps to plan tomorrow’s excursions. A large orangery looks out past the front garden to the valley, providing a lovely place to relax and absorb the excellent sweeping views beyond. Sink into the bubbles after a busy day spent exploring, the perfect end to your day! With four bedrooms, the accommodation offers flexible sleeping arrangements, with the master bedroom boasting a fabulous en-suite facility and a further three bedrooms located in the attic providing a mixture of king-size double bedrooms and twin bedrooms. This cottage is situated in a lovely, quiet location and with very low light pollution, it is ideal for stargazing. The location of the cottage is wonderful, with the hamlet of Newbiggin close by, only a short walk bringing you to Low Force (where the movie 2017 was filmed), Gibson’s Cave and Bowlees and just a short drive from the amenities of Middleton-in-Teesdale. Discover the historic town of Barnard Castle nearby, with its quaint cobbled streets, Victorian architecture, independent shops and antique centres. Also in the area is Raby Castle and deer park, Hamsterley Forest, the Bowes Museum and just a mile down the road is the stunning High Force waterfall of the River Tees. This superb cottage enjoys a great location with a little touch of luxury, perfect for your special holiday. PLEASE NOTE: The hot tub will be drained, cleaned and refilled in between each stay.