Monksmoor House

ID: S13051

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Monksmoor House in Barnard Castle is highly praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the property's charm, including a stunning main bathroom and a suntrap decked area. The location is convenient, with local amenities and beautiful walks nearby. While some guests mention the mattresses could be more comfortable, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Guests that stayed at this property said

Reviews consistently mention that the property is 'spotlessly clean' and well-kept, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.

The property's location is frequently described as convenient, with easy access to local shops, pubs, and scenic walks, making it an ideal base for exploring Teesdale.

The majority of guests find the property comfortable, noting spacious rooms and a cosy atmosphere. However, a few guests suggest that the mattresses could be improved, slightly affecting the comfort score.

Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-stocked kitchen and the welcome pack. Some minor maintenance issues like a broken dishwasher and a suggestion for double glazing are noted, but these do not significantly detract from the overall positive feedback.

Guests frequently express gratitude for the thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs with treats and wine. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such extras are a bonus and not guaranteed with every stay.

About this property

A delightful, stone-built detached house located on the edge of open fields in Middleton-in-Teesdale, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Conveniently situated on the road into the village, the property has been beautifully refurbished with an unusual upside down design, brimming with character. Finished to a high standard, it combines contemporary styling, furnishings and fittings with a subtle blend of period features introduced during its conversion. The open plan living area is a delight with a myriad of A frame beams running the full length of the room, along with exposed stonework, shuttered windows, a beautiful oak floor with cosy underfloor heating and a feature fireplace with woodburner. French doors from the separate snug lead out to a magnificent decked area with furniture where you can settle with a hearty breakfast and take in the sights and sounds of the surrounding countryside before heading out for an adventure. The spacious kitchen follows the cottage's country charm theme with a central island and leads to a well equipped utility room. The first floor also has a twin bedroom and a shower room whilst the ground floor consists of three bedrooms, one with a luxury en-suite, along with a family bathroom and a door leading to an enclosed courtyard. The surrounding meadowlands provide great walking opportunities, with nearby woodland paths providing the chance to enjoy much of the local wildlife. Middleton-in-Teesdale offers many local pubs, tea rooms and restaurants, whilst the nearby market town of Barnard Castle, with its cobbled streets and quaint lanes, attracts visitors all year round. Slightly further afield, the Northern Dales are waiting to be discovered and visits to medieval Raby Castle with its deer park, Bowes Museum, High Force Waterfall and Egglestone Hall Gardens are not to be missed. A superb retreat to return to after days spent exploring.

Nestling by the banks of the River Tees is the pretty Pennine village of Middleton-in-Teesdale which lies in the heart of Teesdale, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village offers a good range of shops, pubs and places to eat. This is superb walking country with high open moorland as well as pretty wooded valleys and spectacular nearby waterfalls.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x twin.

Ground floor bathroom with freestanding roll-top bath, separate shower, basin, bidet and WC.

First floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.

First floor kitchen.

Utility.

First floor sitting room with dining area and woodburner.

First floor snug (seats 4).

Oil fired central heating throughout.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair on request.

Off road parking for 3 cars.

Patio, plus first floor decked area with furniture.

Secure bike storage.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shops and pubs 5 mins walk.

Note: Property on main road into village, intermittent traffic noise audible in front rooms.

Note: No stag/hen parties, or similar.

Please note that this property only accepts Fridays and Mondays as check-in days and also has minimum requirement of a 3 night stay.

Reviews (65)

  • Julie

    Top quality furnishings throughout. Very tasteful decor. Top quality kitchen equipment. Good communication and information from owner. Great location in beautiful surroundings. Lovely people in village. Would definitely.recommend.

  • Brian

    A delightful property in a small town with good local facilities and close enough to Barnard Castle to ensure that all of your needs are met

  • Eunice

    Property included everything we needed. The unique layout was very special and allowed for far reaching views

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