Guests say
Stonebank Cottage is a spacious and clean property with comfortable beds and a hot tub, set in a peaceful location ideal for exploring Durham and the surrounding areas. Guests appreciated the thoughtful touches such as wine and chocolates, though these are not guaranteed. Some improvements are suggested for facilities and maintenance.
The cottage is consistently described as clean and spotless, with comfortable beds, indicating a high level of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is praised for its beautiful views and proximity to Durham and Bishop Auckland. However, some guests noted a lack of local amenities and difficulty with takeaway deliveries.
Guests found the beds very comfortable and the cottage spacious. The steep stairs were a concern for some, particularly those with mobility issues.
The hot tub is a highlight, but there are recurring comments about non-working log burners and the need for better bathroom facilities and window coverings. Some guests experienced allergic reactions in the living room.
While guests mentioned receiving wine and chocolates, which were well-received, there is not enough information to assess the consistency of these gestures across all stays, so the score is set to null. It should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
A great place to get together with friends or family and enjoy the wonderful hot tub.. 2 steps to entrance, Ramp access.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Dining room.
Kitchen: Woodburner, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Lawned garden with terrace and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps to access the property.. Situated in the quiet village of Newfield, just 8 miles from the city of Durham, Stonebank Cottage offers comfortable homely accommodation and is the ideal base for small families and friends wanting to really explore the local area. The spacious living room with a large Smart TV and relaxing sofa is most welcoming after a day exploring the local area. There is a separate kitchen and dining room with a wood burner. Upstairs is a bathroom and three bedrooms, comprising a kingsize master bedroom and two twin bedrooms (one has a pull-out single bed). All bedrooms have a TV. There is a children’s play park just opposite, and a pub within walking distance. To the rear there is an enclosed yard, ideal for those bringing their furry friend. Across the back lane is a large raised lawned-garden with seating, and a double garage conversion which is a great social space with the addition of a luxury six-seater hot tub with mood lighting and chill out chairs, comfortable seating and home bar area.
The stunning local landscapes and heritage offer an interesting variety of days out. Steeped in history, nearby Bishop Auckland, 3½ miles, offers a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as historical attractions including Auckland castle and the now famous Kynren Spectacular, showcased July-September annually and bookable in advance. The performance of Kynren charts over 2000 years of British history, myth and legend. Local attractions include Durham’s castle, cathedral and the city walls. The River Wear runs through the city and guests can enjoy a romantic boat trip or a glass of champagne by the riverside. Filled with quality restaurants, bistros, cafés and bars, the city is thriving at night and there is often street entertainment to enjoy including the Lumiere Festival, jazz festival, book week, arts week and many more. For those who love shopping, there is the famous Metro-Centre, which is situated in Gateshead near Newcastle upon Tyne, approximately an hour away. Many National Trust and heritage sites are within easy reach including Barnard Castle, Raby Castle, Bowes Museum, Beamish and High Force Waterfall. Being conveniently close to the main road network of the A1 and A68, it’s easy to explore a variety of places including the North Yorkshire Dales, city of York, County Durham and Durham Heritage Coast.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (14)
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Kwame
Brilliant stay and a really great Christmas . Hot tub was a hit with the kids and us as parents . Very spacious house and comfortable beds. Not that many local amenities but Durham was just a few minutes away . We loved how quiet it was . Takeaways didn’t deliver but we didn’t mind driving 10 minutes to collect our food . The wine and chocolate were the beautiful. Thank you 🤩
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Terence Wright
Clean and comfortable large house but very steep stairs. Hot tub too hit on arrival. No local amenities, the 1 pub nearby is not actually a proper pub in real sense of the word. Takeaways wouldn't deliver to the address. Log burner advertised on listing but looks like not worked for year or 2 and was not advised beforehand as was main point of booking and bought extra wood for it now useless and out of pocket. Feel like a few small things could make huge difference ie shower screen/ curtain and black out blinds or curtains in bedrooms. Overall disappointing stay.
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Confirmed Guest
a lovely big cottage with great views, very spacious with all you need for a comfortable stay with the added bonus of the hot tub at the end of the garden, the steep stairs are a little tricky to start but you get used to them.it was a shame the log burner wasn't in working order as we were looking forward to that but all in all a nice stay.