Large Cottages in County Durham with Hot Tubs

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Sally - Verified booking

  Our must have things when we book a cottage are that it has to be dog friendly, have good wifi, a log burner, put and shop within walking distance and stunning surroundings.

  The Back House does not disappoint on any of these points. The owner, Judith, was so welcoming and friendly and it's obvious that a lot of thought and details has gone into the decor of this beautiful home. On our arrival Judith had left us a lovely homemade cake and scones, fresh free range eggs from their own chickens, milk and prosecco - we were spoilt! There was even a dog bed and bowls for the pooches. The cottage was spotless which is so reassuring in the current Covid climate. There is a secure area outside the back door where you can let your dogs out, it is a paved area with no grass which our dogs aren't used to but they soon got the hang of it and it wasn't an issue at all. Staindrop and the surrounding area are stunning, there's so much to see and do and plenty of off lead walks for the dogs. There are a few shops within a short walk of the cottage - Spar shop, newsagents, butchers, and also a pub which unfortunately we couldn't make full use of as the second lockdown came into place whilst we were there. There's so much we haven't had chance to explore yet in this beautiful part of the country and we will certainly make a return visit to the Back House to continue our adventure.

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• Nadia - Verified booking

  My brother and I together with his dog had a wonderful stay at the Back House.

  It is a fabulous property, very spacious, beautifully furnished and decorated, very very clean and very dog friendly. We were slightly worried before we arrived as there is a review on Trip Advisor claiming it is not suited to dogs. This is incorrect. It is a great property for dogs, you just have to put on a lead to walk them rather than letting them run loose which is what the other guest must have wanted to do. The rabbits that were mentioned are feral so they will be hopping about in the countryside, the previous guest seemed upset there were rabbits running around in the paddock next to the house. There are miles of lovely walks from the back door and the dog enjoyed the stay as much as we did! He was provided for and supplied with a bed, blanket and towels by the Owners. Judith and Richard were very good hosts and Jeanette their lovely helper as very kind. When I lost my mobile Judith helped me contact my daughter. We liked the village Tea Shop , it is good value with a decent menu. There is lots to do round and about. Definitely plan to return.

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• Gillian - Verified booking

  This is the best cottage I have ever stayed in.

  It is scrupulously clean, comfortable and charming. The bedrooms are lovely and super-comfortable and the wood burner in the sitting room is a gorgeous feature. The kitchen is big enough to feel spacious for chatting and cooking and is extremely well-equipped. Everything has been carefully and prettily decorated. Although the garden area is relatively compact it is still a sweet spot for sitting or eating outside. The surrounding area is wonderful with so many interesting and beautiful places to visit. The holiday was made very special by the extremely kind welcome from Judith, who provided delicious home-made cakes, organic wine and milk, fresh eggs from the farm and many other thoughtful touches. She really went the extra mile to make my stay a happy one. I am already looking forward to going back! Gillian

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• Jill - Verified booking

  Beautiful house decorated to a very high standard.

  Everything you could possibly need is supplied. Very friendly, informative hosts who live next door. We were welcomed to fresh scones, homemade jam, a lovely cake, butter, bread, milk, tea and coffee and even a bottle of Prosecco! Doggy friendly home though they are not allowed upstairs. Also note there is no enclosed garden therefore if you do need to take you dog out in the middle of the night, it's a matter of harnessing up with the lead to take them for a stroll down the lane, rather than quickly letting them out. The lovely town of Barnard Castle is less than 10 minutes away and lots of bigger shops such as Aldi, Sainsbury's etc. in Bishop Auckland 10 minutes in the other direction. We highly recommend Back House.

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• Gary - Verified booking

  My wife and I have stayed in a great many holiday homes, but Back House is simply the best!

  The accommodation is extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean! The furnishings and bedrooms are superb. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The homemade cake waiting for you in the fridge is amazing, although there was only the two of us it did not last long!! Fresh free range eggs, country butter bread and milk awaits visitors. The hosts Richard and Judith are amazing too, we were lucky enough to help with a couple of lambing's which was a life long dream. So if you stay here your dreams could also come true. We would not hesitate to recommend "Back House" and we look ford to staying here again very soon. Thank you for a wonderful stay, we hate to leave!

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