Guests say
Horsley Hall is consistently praised for its luxurious and comfortable accommodations, stunning scenery, and excellent service. Guests have enjoyed memorable stays, celebrating special occasions and appreciating the property's cleanliness and well-equipped facilities. The hall's grandeur and original features, alongside the attentive owners, contribute to a delightful experience. While some minor suggestions for improvements are noted, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Reviews frequently highlight the spotless condition of Horsley Hall, with guests impressed by the cleanliness of the rooms and en-suite bathrooms. The meticulous upkeep contributes significantly to the positive experiences reported.
The property's location in the Yorkshire Dales - North is celebrated for its picturesque and unspoilt scenery. Guests appreciate the proximity to local villages and the convenience for walking and exploring the area, enhancing the overall appeal of Horsley Hall.
Comfort is a standout feature in the reviews, with guests mentioning the quality of the beds, bedding, and generous heating. The luxurious bedrooms and en-suite facilities in every room have been particularly appreciated, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.
The facilities at Horsley Hall, including the commercial kitchen and en-suite bathrooms, are well-received. However, some guests suggested improvements such as a boot/drying room, a larger kitchen, and better glassware. The presence of a dedicated electric car charger, despite being slow, is a positive note.
While the reviews reflect positively on the service and the helpfulness of the owners, there is no specific mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches that could be expected by future guests. Therefore, a score cannot be provided in this category.
About this property
Eastgate 1 mile. This venue is a simply spectacular, stone-built, detached Grade II listed manor house set in mature gardens. The property dates back to the 17th century and is situated just 1 mile from the village of Eastgate in the delightful Weardale countryside. Formerly the hunting lodge for The Prince Bishops, as you enter through the wrought iron gates and behold the splendour of Horsley Hall, you realise you have arrived at somewhere very special. Nestled in the heart of the stunning Durham countryside and surrounded by rolling fields and distant moorland, this is truly a magical destination perfect for that special family celebration.
The luxurious sitting room with comfortable seating has two impressive fireplaces, shutters to the windows and linen fold doors. The baronial dining hall with ornate ceilings, stained glass window and beautiful feature fireplace containing a woodburning stove creates an atmosphere of luxury and magnificence that is difficult to forget. This room also contains comfortable seating around the feature woodburner which is ideal for members of the party to retire to after dinner with a glass of wine to reminisce about days gone by and adventures yet to come. There is also a well-equipped commercial kitchen offering everything you might require for those family meals.
There is a breakfast room leading from the kitchen containing an AGA that is ideal for enjoying a morning cup of tea whilst perusing the papers, and there is also a small bar area with beer fridge. Secure cycle storage can also be accommodated in adjacent outbuildings. When it comes to bedtime, for the ultimate in convenience and comfort on the ground floor there is a super king-size double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Two interlinking staircases lead up to a further nine delightful bedrooms, set over the first and second floor all offering en-suite facilities and spectacular views. The well-maintained grounds of Horsley Hall comprising of half an acre of gardens, stream and woodland walk are waiting to be enjoyed by all.
The garden is accessible from the Baronial Hall leading onto a large terrace, perfectly-positioned to enjoy the spectacular views across the Wear Valley to the distant moorland. Barbecue facilities are adjacent to this terrace if required with seating on the terrace for dining. There is also a small feature garden pod to enjoy that glass of fizz or find a secluded spot to enjoy the quietness of the surroundings. Weardale in County Durham is a wonderful location to spend a holiday offering peace and tranquillity with walking, fishing, cycling, golf, swimming and horse riding all available within accessible reach of Horsley Hall.
With so many wonderful things to do in the area, this beautiful manor house is a truly idyllic base for a luxurious family get together at any time of year.
Eastgate is a small village in Weardale, popular for walking and cycling. The village once marked the eastern boundary of Stanhope Park, the scene of many grand and historical hunting expeditions. The village is also famed for being the birthplace of Emerson Bainbridge, founder of the world’s first department store. Eastgate is set in rural countryside and is home to a pub and the delightful Horsley Hall which provides fine dining and afternoon tea. Further amenities can also be found in the village of Stanhope located just three miles away.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Ten bedrooms with TV: 1 x ground floor super king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x first floor super king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 3 x first floor double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x first floor family room with 1 x double and 2 single beds with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 2 x second floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x second floor double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC.
2 x ground floor basin and WC.
Commercial kitchen.
Breakfast room with bar area.
Dining room with sitting area and open fire.
Sitting room with woodburner.
First floor study.
Oil central heating with open fire and woodburner.
Commercial gas ovens and hobs, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 11 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fires included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Ample off road parking.
Private lawned grounds with patio, furniture and summer house.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and restaurant 1.5 miles, pub 1 mile.
Note: No fireworks or lanterns are allowed at this property.
Note: Check-in time 4pm.
Reviews (21)
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Tracey
Our party of 18 adults and 3 children enjoyed our stay. Comfortable beds, plenty space for everyone and everything that we all needed. Excellent toy/games cupboard which we all had fun with. Loved the log burner in the big dining room. We would all recommend Horsley hall as place for family gatherings.
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Anthony
We have been doing walking weekends with a group of 16 friends for 18 years and this is the most impressive accommodation we have stayed in. The location, in a relatively unknown part of England, is a great base for exploration and walking. Very highly recommended.
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glossinda
Accommodation was as we expected, we could not have asked for more in terms of the views. The only issue was with the hot water on the 2nd floor- the boiler possibly needs looking at. As we were a group of close friends we shared the bathrooms when needed. Providing some nice glassware for special occasion drinks is necessary in such a venue - a good Malt or a classy Wine is enjoyed in a nice glass.