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The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views

The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views

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Open plan living area with log burner
Beautiful Grade II listed barn conversion
Exterior
Living area
Interior

Overview of The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views

10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

County Durham, ENG
  • Popular LocationWalworth Castle Birds of Prey8 min drive
  • Popular LocationRaby Castle11 min drive
  • Popular LocationRockliffe Hotel Spa15 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Mezzanine style bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views

The five star Hayloft is full of character with its exposed beams, log burner and wooden floors. This delightful Grade II Listed Building has been tastefully restored to provide spacious, high quality accommodation with charm and character.

Cosy up in front of the log burner in the open plan sitting/dining area which adjoins the fully equipped kitchen. The wooden staircase leads to a spacious mezzanine bedroom with a super king or twin beds from which you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the surrounding Teesdale countryside.

The luxury ground floor bathroom has a double ended bath, overhead shower, heated towel rail and soft fluffy bathrobes to provide the ultimate relaxation after a busy day sightseeing.

The Hayloft has it’s own secluded garden with patio area, seating and BBQ. The perfect place to sit back and unwind while listening to birdsong.

The villages of Piercebridge and Gainford and both located within one mile and provide friendly local services including newsagents, general stores, a great selection of cafés, post office, hairdresser, ‘Chippie’ and organic farm shop. There are some fantastic local country pubs and quality restaurants in the area.

A stone’s throw from the Teesdale Way we are an ideal base for walkers who want to explore the Dale. The Dales include the nearby Swaledale and Weardale which have many bridleways, riverside footpaths and cycle trails. We have a drying area and lock up/store room for walking and cycling equipment.

Delightfully situated in the foothills of the glorious rolling Teesdale countryside in County Durham, our holiday cottage is perfect for a romantic break, a family holiday or as a country retreat for the discerning business traveller.

Facilities include:

Welcome hamper
Fully equipped kitchen with electric cooker/hob,
microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Tassimo
pod coffee machine and washer/dryer
Log burner (logs and kindling supplied)
Free Wi-Fi connection
SMART TV and DVD, CD player, iPod docking station and DAB radio plus a TV in the bedroom
Excellent selection of books, DVD's, music and games provided.
Full oil central heating
Linen and towels provided
Cot, high chair, stair gates and toys available
Secluded garden with patio, seating and BBQ
Ample parking
Morning paper on request
No smoking in property
Well behaved dogs are welcome in The Hayloft. An
extra charge of £20 is payable per dog and a
maximum of two dogs are allowed.

The owners also have two, two bedroom cottages near to The City of Durham. Please refer to the owners website for further details and availability.

Property manager

Laura Garget
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stair gates, travel cot and high chair available.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Additional charge of £20 per dog (max 2 dogs).

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Darlington

Located in Darlington, this cottage is in a rural area. Blackwell Grange Golf Club and Heritage Park Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Walworth Castle Birds of Prey and Darlington Railway Centre and Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Sweet Greetings, or check out an event or a game at Darlington Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Walworth Castle Birds of Prey - 8 min drive
  • Raby Castle - 11 min drive
  • Darlington Arena - 12 min drive
  • Rockliffe Hotel Spa - 15 min drive
  • Croft Circuit - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Heighington Station - 15 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Heifer That Travelled - 13 min drive
  • The Mowden - 9 min drive
  • Baydale Beck Inn - 6 min drive
  • Model T - 9 min drive
  • Travellers Rest - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Walworth Castle Birds of Prey, Darlington Railway Centre and Museum and Sweet Greetings. Blackwell Grange Golf Club and Darlington Civic Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely be back to stay again
The Hayloft was such a lovely place to stay. It was cosy with everything you needed. The log burner made it extra cosy. The welcoming gifts were a lovely surprise. Laura and her family couldn't have been more helpful. We really didn't want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

tom s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property with highest quality interior.
We had a lovely short break, really surprised how nice the accomodation was, everything we wanted was supplied, decor and furniture lovely, view from the rooms fantastic. Super warm with the log burner and the most enormous bed we've slept in. Great to walk the dogs in the nearby field, looking forward to returning next year. Ten out of ten.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable and relaxing place to stay
We wanted a place to get away from it all and the Hayloft provides that. Glass of wine sitting on the small secluded patio under a wonderful old walnut tree....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing and picturesque break
The property was lovely in every way, clean, cozy and warm. I would highly recommend a stay in this peaceful cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short break
We stayed as a couple (with a dog) and couldn't have asked for a nicer house or a friendlier welcome. We loved the log burner and the walk along the Tees river to the cafe at Pierce bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

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