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The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
- Spa pool on site
- Patio
- Refrigerator
- Internet
- Dryer
- Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Oakenshaw, England
- Whitworth Hall Country ParkPlace, Whitworth Hall Country Park5 min drive
- Brancepeth Castle Golf ClubPlace, Brancepeth Castle Golf Club6 min drive
- Durham UniversityPlace, Durham University13 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Other sleeping area
1 Double Sofa Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland
The Residence Oakenshaw – Sleeps 10 | Luxury 4-Bedroom Countryside Retreat with 2 Hot Tubs
Gather your loved ones and escape to The Residence at Oakenshaw, a spacious countryside retreat designed for up to 10 guests. Perfect for family holidays, multi-generational stays, celebrations or getaways with friends, it combines the character of a traditional stone farmhouse with stylish modern interiors and plenty of space to enjoy together.
Set within our beautiful private 6-acre estate near Durham, The Residence combines The Barn & The Oak to create one substantial 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with multiple living spaces, two fully equipped kitchens and two private wood-fired hot tubs.
Inside, exposed oak beams, wood floors, log burners and carefully designed interiors create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
With two fully equipped kitchens, preparing meals for a larger group is easy, while the spacious living and dining areas provide plenty of room for everyone to gather. Multiple lounge spaces also mean there's room to spread out when you want a little downtime.
A utility room with washing machine and dryer provides added convenience for longer stays.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements – Sleeps 10
The Residence sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 traditional bedrooms plus a double sofa bed in a separate living area.
• Master bedroom – En-suite: Emperor bed (2.1m x 2.1m)
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed
• Bedroom: Double bed
• Separate living area: Double sofa bed with foam mattress topper
With four comfortable bedrooms and a separate additional sleeping space, The Residence works particularly well for families, couples and multi-generational groups.
📐 Floor Plans & 360° Tours
Detailed photographs, floor plans and interactive 360° tours are available to view before booking, allowing you to explore the layout, bedrooms and living spaces and make sure the accommodation is right for your group.
🛁 Bathrooms
The Residence has 4 bathrooms, including 3 en-suites and a spacious family bathroom featuring a luxurious jacuzzi bath.
🌿 Outdoor Living
Guests can enjoy:
• 2 private wood-fired hot tubs
• Outdoor seating and gardens
• Woodland play park with swings and climbing frame
• Huge 14ft sunken trampoline
• Beautiful 6-acre estate with lake, mature trees and wildlife
• Countryside walks and a nearby nature reserve
There's plenty of outdoor space for children to play, adults to relax and everyone to enjoy the peaceful countryside surroundings.
✨ Highlights
🛌 Sleeps up to 10 guests
🏡 4 bedrooms + separate sofa-bed sleeping area
🛁 4 bathrooms, including 3 en-suites
🛀 Jacuzzi bath
🔥 2 private wood-fired hot tubs
🍳 2 fully equipped kitchens
🌳 Woodland play park & 14ft sunken trampoline
🪵 Oak beams, wood floors & log burners
🏞️ Private 6-acre estate with lake & wildlife
🧺 Utility room with washer & dryer
🏰 Close to Durham City, Bishop Auckland & Kynren
🚗 Free secure on-site parking
🔥 Wood-Fired Hot Tub Information
We provide the wood, kindling, paper and firelighters — simply fill the tub, light the fire and allow it to heat.
Each hot tub is fitted with a hot-water tap, allowing you to fill it fresh at a time that suits you and enjoy your soak when you're ready.
🔇 Quiet Hours
As there may be other guests staying elsewhere on the estate, we have strict quiet hours from 10pm–8am. Noise must be kept to a minimum during these hours, particularly when using the hot tubs and outdoor areas.
If these quiet hours do not suit your plans, please do not book this property.
STRICTLY NO PETS PLEASE.
Please remove shoes in carpeted areas. Shoe trays are provided by the main entrance.
Set in the tranquil Oakenshaw countryside yet within easy reach of Durham City, Bishop Auckland, Kynren, traditional pubs, walking trails and local attractions, The Residence offers a fantastic combination of space, character and modern comfort.
Book The Residence Oakenshaw for your next family gathering, celebration or countryside escape — a distinctive home where everyone can stay together.
Gather your loved ones and escape to The Residence at Oakenshaw, a spacious countryside retreat designed for up to 10 guests. Perfect for family holidays, multi-generational stays, celebrations or getaways with friends, it combines the character of a traditional stone farmhouse with stylish modern interiors and plenty of space to enjoy together.
Set within our beautiful private 6-acre estate near Durham, The Residence combines The Barn & The Oak to create one substantial 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with multiple living spaces, two fully equipped kitchens and two private wood-fired hot tubs.
Inside, exposed oak beams, wood floors, log burners and carefully designed interiors create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
With two fully equipped kitchens, preparing meals for a larger group is easy, while the spacious living and dining areas provide plenty of room for everyone to gather. Multiple lounge spaces also mean there's room to spread out when you want a little downtime.
A utility room with washing machine and dryer provides added convenience for longer stays.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements – Sleeps 10
The Residence sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 traditional bedrooms plus a double sofa bed in a separate living area.
• Master bedroom – En-suite: Emperor bed (2.1m x 2.1m)
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed
• Bedroom: Double bed
• Separate living area: Double sofa bed with foam mattress topper
With four comfortable bedrooms and a separate additional sleeping space, The Residence works particularly well for families, couples and multi-generational groups.
📐 Floor Plans & 360° Tours
Detailed photographs, floor plans and interactive 360° tours are available to view before booking, allowing you to explore the layout, bedrooms and living spaces and make sure the accommodation is right for your group.
🛁 Bathrooms
The Residence has 4 bathrooms, including 3 en-suites and a spacious family bathroom featuring a luxurious jacuzzi bath.
🌿 Outdoor Living
Guests can enjoy:
• 2 private wood-fired hot tubs
• Outdoor seating and gardens
• Woodland play park with swings and climbing frame
• Huge 14ft sunken trampoline
• Beautiful 6-acre estate with lake, mature trees and wildlife
• Countryside walks and a nearby nature reserve
There's plenty of outdoor space for children to play, adults to relax and everyone to enjoy the peaceful countryside surroundings.
✨ Highlights
🛌 Sleeps up to 10 guests
🏡 4 bedrooms + separate sofa-bed sleeping area
🛁 4 bathrooms, including 3 en-suites
🛀 Jacuzzi bath
🔥 2 private wood-fired hot tubs
🍳 2 fully equipped kitchens
🌳 Woodland play park & 14ft sunken trampoline
🪵 Oak beams, wood floors & log burners
🏞️ Private 6-acre estate with lake & wildlife
🧺 Utility room with washer & dryer
🏰 Close to Durham City, Bishop Auckland & Kynren
🚗 Free secure on-site parking
🔥 Wood-Fired Hot Tub Information
We provide the wood, kindling, paper and firelighters — simply fill the tub, light the fire and allow it to heat.
Each hot tub is fitted with a hot-water tap, allowing you to fill it fresh at a time that suits you and enjoy your soak when you're ready.
🔇 Quiet Hours
As there may be other guests staying elsewhere on the estate, we have strict quiet hours from 10pm–8am. Noise must be kept to a minimum during these hours, particularly when using the hot tubs and outdoor areas.
If these quiet hours do not suit your plans, please do not book this property.
STRICTLY NO PETS PLEASE.
Please remove shoes in carpeted areas. Shoe trays are provided by the main entrance.
Set in the tranquil Oakenshaw countryside yet within easy reach of Durham City, Bishop Auckland, Kynren, traditional pubs, walking trails and local attractions, The Residence offers a fantastic combination of space, character and modern comfort.
Book The Residence Oakenshaw for your next family gathering, celebration or countryside escape — a distinctive home where everyone can stay together.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 11911375
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Crook
Crook is home to this holiday home. Crook Leisure Centre and Spectrum Leisure Centre are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Durham Indoor Market and Newgate Shopping Centre. Meadowfield Leisure Centre and Spennymoor Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Oakenshaw, England
What's nearby
- Whitworth Hall Country Park - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
- Brancepeth Castle Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
- Jubilee Park - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
- Spennymoor Leisure Centre - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
- Durham University - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
- Durham Station - 14 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
- The Horse Shoe Inn (Wetherspoon) - 4 min drive
- Golden Fish - 5 min drive
- The Green - 4 min drive
- Best Kebab - 5 min drive
- The Quarry Burn - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland?
As of 9 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland on 30 September 2026 start from NZ$1,683, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Residence - Sleeps 10, 2 Hot Tubs near Durham & Bishop Auckland located?
Situated in Crook, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Spectrum Leisure Centre and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Brancepeth Castle Golf Club. Crook Leisure Centre and Whitworth Hall Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Claire Glendenning
I’m Claire and welcoming guests to The Residence is one of my greatest joys. I’ve always been drawn to the beauty, peace, and slower pace of the countryside. The Estate — and especially The Residence — reflects everything I love about rural living: space to breathe, beautiful views, and a home that feels warm and inviting the moment you walk through the door.
When I’m not hosting, you’ll often find me enjoying long walks in the local countryside, exploring nearby villages, or working on creative projects that keep me inspired. I’ve always enjoyed making spaces feel special — not just comfortable, but memorable. The Residence has been carefully designed to bring people together, whether that’s a big family gathering, a friends’ reunion, or a multi-generational holiday.
This property means a lot to me because it offers something truly rare: plenty of space for everyone to be together while still having quiet corners to retreat to. With four bedrooms (three en-suite), a spacious family bathroom with a jacuzzi, two fully equipped kitchens, multiple living areas, and a pool table, it’s as practical as it is beautiful. Every detail has been chosen to combine rustic charm with modern comfort, so your stay feels effortless. We also have two wood fired hot tubs outside so guests have plenty of space to enjoy.
As a host, my goal is simple: I want you to feel at home from the moment you arrive. I’m happy to provide recommendations, answer questions, or help make your stay extra special — but I also respect your privacy so you can enjoy your holiday in your own way. My hope is that you leave The Residence not only rested and refreshed, but with wonderful memories to take home.
When I’m not hosting, you’ll often find me enjoying long walks in the local countryside, exploring nearby villages, or working on creative projects that keep me inspired. I’ve always enjoyed making spaces feel special — not just comfortable, but memorable. The Residence has been carefully designed to bring people together, whether that’s a big family gathering, a friends’ reunion, or a multi-generational holiday.
This property means a lot to me because it offers something truly rare: plenty of space for everyone to be together while still having quiet corners to retreat to. With four bedrooms (three en-suite), a spacious family bathroom with a jacuzzi, two fully equipped kitchens, multiple living areas, and a pool table, it’s as practical as it is beautiful. Every detail has been chosen to combine rustic charm with modern comfort, so your stay feels effortless. We also have two wood fired hot tubs outside so guests have plenty of space to enjoy.
As a host, my goal is simple: I want you to feel at home from the moment you arrive. I’m happy to provide recommendations, answer questions, or help make your stay extra special — but I also respect your privacy so you can enjoy your holiday in your own way. My hope is that you leave The Residence not only rested and refreshed, but with wonderful memories to take home.
Why they chose this property
I chose this area because it perfectly combines peace, beauty, and a true sense of escape with easy access to everything you might need for a memorable stay. From the moment I first visited, I was captivated by the rolling hills, open fields, and endless sky — it’s the kind of landscape that immediately makes you slow down and breathe a little deeper. The air is fresh, the nights are quiet, and the views are breath-taking in every season, whether it’s golden summer sunsets or frost-dusted winter mornings.
It’s also an area with a warm, welcoming community and a wealth of things to do. Just a short drive away, you’ll find charming villages with traditional pubs, local farm shops, and friendly cafes. For those who love the outdoors, there are beautiful walking and cycling routes right on the doorstep, along with nature trails that wind through woods and meadows. Families will find plenty of attractions nearby, from historic sites to wildlife parks, while food lovers will appreciate the local produce and country dining experiences.
What truly makes this location special is the balance it offers — you can spend your days exploring, visiting local markets, or enjoying an afternoon at a cosy inn, then return to the tranquillity of The Residence to relax in complete comfort. For me, it’s the perfect backdrop for quality time with loved ones, far from the noise of city life yet close enough to discover something new each day. Although Durham City is just a 15 minute drive away.
I wanted a place where guests could experience all of this for themselves — the calm, the connection to nature, and the charm of rural life — without giving up modern comforts. This area delivers exactly that, which is why I knew it was the ideal setting for The Residence.
It’s also an area with a warm, welcoming community and a wealth of things to do. Just a short drive away, you’ll find charming villages with traditional pubs, local farm shops, and friendly cafes. For those who love the outdoors, there are beautiful walking and cycling routes right on the doorstep, along with nature trails that wind through woods and meadows. Families will find plenty of attractions nearby, from historic sites to wildlife parks, while food lovers will appreciate the local produce and country dining experiences.
What truly makes this location special is the balance it offers — you can spend your days exploring, visiting local markets, or enjoying an afternoon at a cosy inn, then return to the tranquillity of The Residence to relax in complete comfort. For me, it’s the perfect backdrop for quality time with loved ones, far from the noise of city life yet close enough to discover something new each day. Although Durham City is just a 15 minute drive away.
I wanted a place where guests could experience all of this for themselves — the calm, the connection to nature, and the charm of rural life — without giving up modern comforts. This area delivers exactly that, which is why I knew it was the ideal setting for The Residence.
What makes this property unique
What makes The Residence truly unique is the way it combines space, flexibility, and style in one beautiful countryside setting. It’s rare to find a property that feels both spacious enough for a large group and intimate enough for everyone to feel connected, but The Residence achieves exactly that. With four generously sized bedrooms—three of them with en-suite bathrooms—a large family bathroom with a jacuzzi tub, and a separate lounge with a double sofa bed, there’s plenty of room for everyone to rest in comfort.
The layout is ideal for multi-generational families, group getaways, or friends celebrating special occasions. The two fully equipped kitchens make it easy to cook for a crowd or give different parts of the group the flexibility to prepare meals independently. Multiple living areas to ensure that there’s always somewhere to gather, laugh, and create memories together.
The design blends the character of a barn conversion—high ceilings, exposed beams, and warm natural textures—with the convenience and elegance of modern finishes. Every detail has been chosen to make the space welcoming, from the soft furnishings to the large windows that flood the rooms with light and showcase the surrounding countryside.
Outside, the peaceful rural setting offers a true escape from the pace of everyday life, yet it’s close enough to charming villages, local pubs, and walking trails to make exploring easy. It’s the kind of place where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the fields, afternoons are spent enjoying the space with loved ones, and evenings end relaxing in comfort, surrounded by the people who matter most.
The Residence isn’t just somewhere to stay — it’s a place to reconnect, celebrate, and make memories that last long after your visit.
The layout is ideal for multi-generational families, group getaways, or friends celebrating special occasions. The two fully equipped kitchens make it easy to cook for a crowd or give different parts of the group the flexibility to prepare meals independently. Multiple living areas to ensure that there’s always somewhere to gather, laugh, and create memories together.
The design blends the character of a barn conversion—high ceilings, exposed beams, and warm natural textures—with the convenience and elegance of modern finishes. Every detail has been chosen to make the space welcoming, from the soft furnishings to the large windows that flood the rooms with light and showcase the surrounding countryside.
Outside, the peaceful rural setting offers a true escape from the pace of everyday life, yet it’s close enough to charming villages, local pubs, and walking trails to make exploring easy. It’s the kind of place where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the fields, afternoons are spent enjoying the space with loved ones, and evenings end relaxing in comfort, surrounded by the people who matter most.
The Residence isn’t just somewhere to stay — it’s a place to reconnect, celebrate, and make memories that last long after your visit.
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