Dog friendly self catering and cottage accommodation in County Durham

Highfield Cottage, Whittonstall, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £200

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Whittonstall sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Runrig is one of a pair of newly converted cottages snuggled in a tranquil and picturesque setting within the grounds of a Grade 2 listed Georgian farmhouse. Immaculately presented and tastefully furnished throughout these cottages ooze style. Granite kitchen surfaces, contemporary fittings with granite surfaces and bowl in the luxurious shower room and a plasma screen TV with built in DVD along with highly effective state of the art solar panel central heating ensures couples will thoroughly relax and unwind in this impressive single storey property where the original exposed beams enhances its charm. The cottages are situated down a quiet and peaceful lane, set within 17 acres of stunning Northumbrian countryside where guests are welcome to roam, making these cottages an idyllic rural retreat. Yet the popular market town of Hexham dominated by its majestic abbey and often recognised as 'the jewel in Northumberland's crown' is a mere 1.5 miles away! The town offers an abundance of specialist shops, restaurants and quaint tea rooms along with a cinema/theatre and indoor swimming. Why not try your luck at Hexham Racecourse close by or enjoy a spot of fishing available on the River Tyne. Golfers will delight in the several challenging courses within close proximity, including the prestigious Slaley Hall and ramblers and cyclists will enjoy discovering the wild expanse of beautiful countryside accessed by miles of public footpaths and bridleways. This is the heart of Hadrian's Wall Country, an area with a rich heritage to explore - Vindolanda, the Roman Site at Corstopitum and Housesteads Roman Fort Museum are interesting visitor attractions. A regular train service from Hexham transports to the vibrant city of Newcastle, well known for its global, cultural pursuits, within 20 minutes. The  extensive shopping facilities at the world renowned Gateshead Metro Centre along with the Gateshead Millennium bridge, the Baltic Centre and the Sage Gateshead music venue are all interesting visitor attractions only half an hour's  drive east. Runrig can be booked individually or together with Jack of the Woods to accommodate up to 4 guests.

The Old Chapel Retreat, Staindrop, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1300

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Staindrop sleeps 12.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Lovely views surround this detached stone-built holiday home set in pretty gardens of half an acre, opposite a wood with footpaths and abundant wildlife. It lies on a hillside above the delightful village of Middleton-in-Teesdale (1 mile) which has a good variety of shops, pubs and tearooms. This beautiful area has many superb walks to offer and is designated an AONB, ideally placed in the Durham Dales with easy access to the Yorkshire Dales, Northumbria with its stunning sandy coastlines and even the Lake District an hour’s drive away. Shops and pub 1 mile.

Living room with open fire and wood parquet floor. Kitchen/dining room with wood-burning stove and tiled floor. Utility. Sun room. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with additional single bed (for +1). Bunk bedroom. Bathroom with shower cubicle, toilet and oak floor.

Three Arch Cottage, Bowes, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £328 to £ 631

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Bowes sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Easy Walk access Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: A charming rural retreat yet only 5 miles from Gateshead's Metro Centre and its huge variety of shops eating places and cinema this traditional converted granary certainly offers the best of town and country. Affording lovely walks and cycling through open countryside from the door it adjoins the owners' home overlooking their riding school where lessons and treks can be arranged. Within 2 miles the Beamish Open Air Museum offers a fascinating day out Newcastle and the cathedral city of Durham are a short drive and the Northumbrian coast is within an hour’s drive away. Pub and shop under 2 miles.

Entrance hall. Spacious beamed open plan sitting room with electric 'wood burner effect' stove and kitchen and dining area. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room with large arched window. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Cracket Cottage, Westgate-in-Weardale, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £301 to £ 582

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Westgate-in-Weardale sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set in the small Weardale village of Westgate surrounded by glorious walking country of unspoilt fells and dales in an area of outstanding natural beauty this cosy cottage is ideally located for enjoying a great array of attractions. Cracket Cottage itself simply oozes character and charm its beamed interior retaining many period features whilst its courtyard garden is perfect for relaxing and taking in the lovely countryside views. Kilhope Lead Mining Museum Weardale Railway (seasonal) and pony trekking in Hamsterley Forest are all nearby and Durham (16 miles) is well worth a visit for its Norman castle cathedral and river boat trips. Within a 30 mile drive visitors can enjoy stunning views whilst exploring Hadrian's Wall and its Roman forts. Fishing is found locally. Shop and pub serving food under 100 yards.

Sitting/dining room with open fire and rugs on stone floor. Kitchen. First floor: Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Double bedroom. Second floor: Spacious twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Lyncroft Cottage, Frosterley, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £226 to £ 523

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Frosterley sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: In the heart of a traditional Weardale village set in an area of outstanding natural beauty this charming 19th century beamed cottage with its delightful enclosed courtyard offers a cosy base from which to explore the North Pennines. Picturesque villages tearooms and farm shops abound and walkers can enjoy many routes including the Weardale Way which runs through the Land of Prince Bishops. For the less energetic a trip on the Weardale Railway provides a relaxing way of seeing the Dales (in season). Barnard Castle Killhope Lead Mining Museum Durham Cathedral Beamish Open Air Museum and Hadrian’s Wall are all easily accessible. Shop 50 yards country pub serving good food 200 yards. Sitting room with gas fire and dining area. Kitchen. Bathroom/WC (shower attachment). First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Old Lodge, Staindrop, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1300

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Staindrop sleeps 8.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Pets allowed • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: The Old Lodge is a historic tower house built in the 14th century with much of the exterior of the building still in its original form. It served as a hunting lodge and lookout tower in what was once within the deer park of nearby Raby Castle. The holiday accommodation is set over three floors, has charm and character, and is sympathetically furnished to reflect its history. The tower sits in attractive grounds, on a mound above a stream, in secluded surroundings. Whilst able to accommodate up to a maximum of eight people if all bedrooms are shared, the three-storey layout gives it a cosiness that lends itself to smaller parties as well.
The tower is located on the edge of the Pennines in Teesdale, north of the main Yorkshire Dales. The impressive Raby Castle is a few minutes’ drive away. To the west there are excellent walks in Upper Teesdale, an area of wild moorland, lonely farmsteads and attractive villages, with the added attraction of High Force, England’s largest single drop waterfall. The historic market town of Barnard Castle is 5 miles away, with its ruined castle and collection of European fine and decorative arts housed in the impressive Bowes Museum. Richmond and the Yorkshire Dales National Park are just to the south. Away from rural unspoilt Teesdale, 30 minutes’ drive to the north is Durham city with its famous cathedral and castle. A few miles on lies Beamish Open Air Museum. Also within reach are Hadrian’s Wall and Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Day trips to York or the Lake District (1 hour 15 minutes) are also an option. Shop 2 miles.

Spacious living room with open fire in large inglenook and wooden floor, open-plan with kitchen/dining area with Gothic-style units/cupboards, slate worktops and Belfast sink. Laundry room. Twin bedroom with stone floor and en-suite bathroom. First floor: Large double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom. Bathroom with toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, sofa, fireplace and large beams. Beamed twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet.

Thyme Cottage, Whorlton, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Whorlton sleeps 2.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: The Old Chapel Retreat, a charming, detached, 19th-century chapel has been skilfully restored to retain much character and charm throughout. It provides quirky, clever holiday accommodation whilst retaining some original stone floors and walls. Perfectly located in the heart of this pretty picture postcard village with quaint inns and tearooms, and family butcher. Within walking distance is the medieval grand fortress of Raby Castle with its 200-acre deer park surrounding the castle. Barnard Castle, a thriving market town, is only 5 miles with exciting shops and pubs. Auckland Castle, home of the Bishop of Durham and the wonderful nature reserve at Low Barns, is also close by. Beamish Museum lies only 20 miles away where life in the 18/1900s can be relived in this working museum. Motor enthusiasts may like to visit Croft Circuit only 12 miles. Durham city, only 17 miles, has a magnificent castle dating back to 1072, a beautiful cathedral, fine shops, galleries and eateries. Try a day exploring the magnificent Roman Wall country in Hexham and Corbridge, easily reached in under an hour and close to the Pennines. A little further venture to Northumberland taking in the magnificent heritage coastal route, stopping off to see Alnwick and explore the castle used to film Robin Hood, Harry Potter and Elizabeth. Meander through the cobbled streets, or visit the enchanting Alnwick Gardens with one of the largest Tree house restaurants and water fountains. Relax with a drink and barbecue in the enclosed courtyard area after a day out exploring this exciting area or head up to the top floor for a relaxing game of pool in the games room. Shop and pub 25 yards.

Large living room with electric ‘wood burner’ and wooden floor. Dining room. Large well-equipped kitchen with TV, Rangemaster (for cooking), breakfast area, granite worktops, original stone floor and patio doors. Study/snug. Utility. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 6ft bed and wooden floor, one with 5ft bed, each with en-suite shower room and toilet. Double bedroom with wooden floor. Twin bedroom with wooden floor. Single bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for +1) and wooden floor. Bathroom with free standing bath, shower cubicle, toilet and wooden floor. Second floor: Games room with sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only), TV, high ceiling and beams.

Cromer House Barn, Frosterley, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £253 to £ 481

This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Frosterley sleeps 2.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Converted from an 18th-century detached barn this romantic studio style accommodation is a perfect getaway for couples wanting to explore the spectacular North Pennine countryside. Set in a traditional Weardale village and beside the owner’s home Cromer House Barn has its own private patio for enjoying the tranquillity of this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property is in an ideal location for walking cycling and sightseeing while Kilhope Lead Mining Museum Bowes Museum and Hamsterley Forest are all nearby. The historic city of Durham Beamish Museum Hadrian’s Wall and the Eden Valley are all under an hour’s drive. Pub serving food and shop within 300 yards. Kitchen with dining area. Wet room/WC. Mezzanine: Sitting room with wood-burning stove and bedroom area with double bed.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143