Bishop Auckland Vacation cottage rental with internet access, walking, fireplace and TV

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  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Ask about children
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

OFFER BOOK 7 NIGHTS GET 2 FREE

Luxury self-catering cottage 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, dog friendly. 15 minutes from Durham City and 5 minutes from Bishop Auckland home of Auckland Castle & Eleven Arches nightshow Kynren. Perfect for cyclists with Hamsterley Forest Descend nearby and set in the picturesque countryside of County Durham, the 2-bed detached single storey cottage is a perfect retreat for guests seeking a country escape in luxury holiday accommodation, to chill out and recharge in peace and tranquillity.

Situated close to the village of Hunwick, Bracken Hill Farm Cottage is a delightful self-catering property situated at the gate-way to the Durham Dales and is easily accessible by car and public transport.

This barn conversion has been sympathetically converted to the highest standard and provides guests with everything they need for a comfortable and relaxing stay whilst still retaining some of the original features.

The cottage has underfloor heating thermostatically controlled in each room, WiFi and Sky TV. A spacious open plan living area with impressive vaulted ceiling and wood burning stove leads to a fully equipped kitchen and dining area with table and four chairs. There are two bedrooms both with super-king size zip and link beds easily converted to singles if required. The master bedroom is en-suite with a large walk in shower. There is also a separate bathroom. Guests can benefit from a secure south westerly facing garden with patio where you can enjoy the breath-taking views of the unspoilt County Durham countryside and stunning sunsets.

The cottage is self-contained with its own private drive-way and car park plus a secured shed for storage and bikes.

Well behaved dogs are welcome - maximum 2

Please note that smoking is not permitted in any indoor areas of the cottage.

Bracken Hill Farm Cottage is situated on the outskirts of Hunwick which boasts two pubs with restaurants offering home cooked food and real ale and both within walking distance.

The cottage is 9 miles away from Durham City and within easy reach of Weardale and Teesdale.

Bracken Hill Farm Cottage is the perfect base for a holiday to relax and unwind and for exploring the County Durham and Northumberland countryside with it its many walking trails and cycling routes. There are a number of local attractions nearby such as Auckland Castle, The Bowes Museum and Binchester Roman Fort plus quaint market towns such as Barnard Castle, Stanhope and Wolsingham.

County Durham is central for exploring further afield as it borders Yorkshire, Cumbria and Northumberland where you will find the cultural cities of Newcastle upon Tyne, Harrogate and York together with Holy Island, Whitby and Hadrians Wall.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
  • Bedroom 2: King bed
  • 1 Family bathroom, 1 En suite

Families

  • Not suitable for children
  • Pets welcome
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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We will always meet you on arrival at the cottage and are always at the end of the phone. Living nearby we are on hand if there are any problems
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

No parties
Dogs must not be left unattended at the cottage - maximum 2 dogs allowed

Check out 9.30

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About the owner

Ang F.
Calendar last updated:
12 Mar 2024

Years listed:
9

Based in:
United Kingdom
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews

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gardeninggirl
S East England

A very comfortable stay
May 2022

This is a really good barn conversion, great sized rooms, excellent bathrooms and absolutely dog friendly with a truly secure garden. We all enjoyed a week here, two couples and 3 dogs. Perfect spot … More 

13 May 2022

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Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review it is very much appreciated.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

davidmM1581UQ

Bliss
Oct 2021

Superb cottage that has everything you could need. Very good base for walkers or for people who are seeking some peace and quiet. Spent many an hour sitting out in the lovely garden. Highly recomm… More 

6 Oct 2021

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Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Great to hear you enjoyed your stay

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Judith Tina W

Beautiful cottage in peaceful surroundings
Jul 2021

We felt at home immediately in this beautiful, well equipped cottage. Everything we needed was provided. The garden was sunny all day and really peaceful. Ang was very helpful before we arrived and al… More 

19 Jul 2021

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Response from the owner
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. It really is very much appreciated

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Sallie D

Perfection
Jun 2021

Pure perfection. 4 night stay close to family in the most beautiful cottage, attention to detail shone through, beyond expectations. Everything you could need, not one thing we could have said was not… More 

25 Jun 2021

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Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review - it really is very much appreciated. Lovely to hear you enjoyed the cottage and your visit to family. Look forward to your next visit - hopefully be able to meet you next time. Ang x

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IR_96
Cumbria, United Kingdom

Hidden gem perfect for access to the Durham Dales
May 2021

Delightful cottage located in a quiet rural part of the North East with easy access to local villages and short walk away from Bishop Auckland. The cottage itself has everything you need for a break … More 

13 May 2021

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Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It really is very much appreciated. Look forward to your return visit. Thanks again x

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Review 1-5 of 83

FAQs

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How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

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How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Ang (the owner) a message.

If Ang (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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