Cottage in County Durham

A pretty stone built cottage set on the hillside amongst a scattering of traditional farms that make up this picturesque Weardale village located in the heart of the North Pennines AONB. The village hosts a traditional pub which brews its own beer. Slitt Wood, an ancient woodland, to the north of the village is a place of peace and relaxation, it provides one of Weardale's favourite walks with a series of attractive waterfalls and over 100 varieties of wild flowers. Jump onboard The Weardale Railway, a 16 mile line which runs between Stanhope and Bishop Auckland or visit the Durham Dales Centre where you will find a wealth of information and is the perfect place to start or finish a Weardale Walk, you can even enjoy a well deserved slice of cake. Spend a day meandering around Durham City Centre (25 miles) with its impressive Cathedral, castle, historic university, river walks, shopping, and restaurants. Step inside this welcoming cottage with a pretty front entrance into a small lobby where you may hang your coat and leave behind your shoes. Head through to the bright and homely lounge room, feel the warmth of the underfloor heating beneath your feet and instantly you can see the views to the rear from the lounge patio doors. The classic style shaker kitchen features everything you need for your stay, create home cooked meals and dine with your loved one at the dining table in the lounge room. After dinner, relax on the comfy sofa with a glass of wine in hand, as you indulge in your favourite movie. Upstairs, you'll find two inviting bedrooms, retaining the exposed beams that add to the character of this lovely cottage a spacious king size room and a cosy single sized room with space for your things. The stylish bathroom adds an extra touch of indulgence to your stay, start the day with a refreshing shower or take a warm bath at the end of the day. Step outside to discover a shingle south facing courtyard, providing a peaceful retreat with stunning hillside views of the surrounding fells and grazing sheep. It's the perfect setting for relaxation and appreciation of nature's beauty.