Squirrel Cottage - UK37886 | Cottage in Stanhope
2 Bedroom Cottage in Stanhope
Squirrel Cottage is a beautiful apartment with an inviting interior. Located in the historic market town on Stanhope, behind an 18th century castle.. All on the First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair. On road parking; additional car park, 50 yards away. No smoking.. This first floor apartment is just beside the River Wear with popular walks along the river banks, situated just around the corner from the centre of the thriving and beautiful market town of Stanhope. Fully refurbished in 2022, to the same high standard as its sister apartment, Riverside Cottage (Ref: UK32405), the living area is open plan and a welcoming space. There are two bedrooms, one double and one kingsize with views up to the Castle, this room can be twin on request. Finishing the accommodation is a stylish family bathroom with newly fitted P-shaped bath with double shower over, and plenty of storage for toiletries etc.
This is a very popular base for walkers and cyclists too, Stanhope is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is often referred to as ’The Gateway to the Dales’ and is home to the very informative Durham Dales Centre, which boasts an informative selection of maps, as well as a variety of craft shops and a small café. Stanhope offers a variety of local amenities, with some interesting independent shops, a selection of coffee shops, a sweet shop, local butchers, bakers and fish and chip shop, all within walking distance from the front door of Squirrel Cottage.
Walkers will find themselves surrounded by the open countryside of Weardale, with many established walks, cycle paths and routes running directly from the town and out towards some of the traditional villages nearby including, Eastgate, Cowshill, Rookhope, Killhope, Frosterley and Wolsingham. For very energetic guests, Stanhope boasts The Weardale Open Air Swimming Pool, which is the only heated open-air pool in the county, and perfect for a warm dip surrounded by beautiful views of the countryside.
Ideal for children is the Weardale Railway that stops in Stanhope, and covers an 18-mile heritage line that runs through parts of County Durham and has different events all year round, including the very popular train to Christmas Town.
Just a 25 minutes drive to Hamsterley Forest, High force water falls, Derwent reservoir and Alston. A little further afield, but still within an easy 40-minute drive, guests will be able to visit the city of Durham with its historic cathedral, castle and museums. Barnard Castle, Beamish Living Museum, Gateshead Metrocentre, Newcastle upon Tyne, Hexham Corbridge and Hadrian’s Wall can all be reached in an hour’s drive and offer a great day out for guests of all ages. For a country break away to remember, this apartment is sure to delight. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Squirrel Cottage can be booked together with Riverside Cottage (UK32405) to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Squirrel Cottage - UK37886 is located in Stanhope. Squirrel Cottage - UK37886 provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Squirrel Cottage - UK37886 has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Stanhope has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Stanhope, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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1 bathroom
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Towels provided
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2 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Freezer
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Fishing on site
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English
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Free WiFi
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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