About this property
The Queen Elizabeth Suite is set in the heart of Stanhope, County Durham AONB in a historic former public house dating back to the 19th century. This executive second-floor ‘penthouse’ apartment offers stunning 180 degree panoramic views of the dale and is the perfect living space for larger families. The highlight of this apartment is the opulent blackout cinema lounge and fabulous cocktail corner, complete with a mini bar fridge and bar stools. Choose from a twin bedroom or two king size bedrooms with 70 inch imperial headboards or the Queen’s Quarters penthouse bedroom with a crown shaped bed and views fit for a Queen! Note: This cottage can be booked with Refs. 920792 and 920793, together they sleep 20.
The ancient market town of Stanhope lies in the beautiful Wear Valley in the heart of superb walking country. Described as the "Capital of Weardale", it occupies a sheltered position on the north side of the Wear at the confluence of the river and the Stanhope burn. The town is home to a delightful high street, offering a wonderful selection of pubs, specialist food stores, coffee shops, art galleries, a heated outdoor swimming pool and pleasant riverside walks, plus the town is on the C2C cycle route. Beautiful Blanchland, the "perfect village", lies just 10 miles away. The city of Durham is just 22 miles away and is a World Heritage Site boasting a magnificent cathedral and castle, plus Hadrian's Wall is within easy touring distance. Close by are Hamsterley Forest, Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Barnard Castle - a short picturesque drive away. Further afield is the award winning Beamish Living Museum, along with the Metro Centre housing 300 shops and a 12-screen cinema, plus the Lake District National Park is 43 miles away.
Accommodation
Duplex apartment over the second and third floors.
Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size with TV, 1 x twin with TV, 1 x second-floor king-size.
Bathroom with bath and hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.
Second-floor cinema room with electric fire
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, larder fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine and toaster.
Media wall featuring 65” 4K LED Smart Ambilight TV with Freeview and Netflix, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Roadside parking on a first-come-first-served basis.
Shared enclosed patio with furniture.
Private balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 0.1 miles.
Note: Children must be supervised when on the balcony.
Note: Access to the apartment is via 2 steps through the main front door and up two flights of stairs up to the second floor.
Note: The second-floor king-size double bedroom, cinema lounge and second-level bathroom are accessed via a flight of stairs from the hallway entrance.
Note: The patio is shared between all three apartments and there are five steps up to the patio.
Note: No parties, Stag or Hen Groups.
Note: This property has a good housekeeping bond of £200