Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
8 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short break
Kevin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
County Durham, ENG
- Place, Gainford Arts Centre2 min drive
- Place, Raby Castle12 min drive
- Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park25 min drive
- Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)22 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
Deck or patio
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.
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.
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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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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
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
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, 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 Gainford Arts Centre and Walworth Castle Birds of Prey. Travelling with kids? Consider Darlington Railway Centre and Museum, or check out an event or a game at The Darlington Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
County Durham, ENG
What's nearby
- Gainford Arts Centre - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Raby Castle - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
- Croft Circuit - 19 min drive - 22.1 km
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 25 min drive - 25.7 km
- Durham University - 28 min drive - 37.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mainsgill Farm Shop - 12 min drive
- Traveller's Rest - 10 min drive
- The Spotted Dog - 3 min drive
- The Mowden - 8 min drive
- The Wheatsheaf - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
17 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home from home
Rebecca B.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David R.
16 January 2018
Luxurious
David R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark F.
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage!
Mark F.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie C.
16 September 2018
Amazing!
Bonnie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracey S.
10 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely be back to stay again
Tracey S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Stuart G.
20 January 2016
Delightful countryside escape
Stuart G.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Olaf P.
9 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Sehr angenehme Gastgeber. Ruhige Lage. genau richtig zur Erholung.
Olaf P.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
tom s.
16 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property with highest quality interior.
tom s.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ian T.
28 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable and relaxing place to stay
Ian T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David U.
7 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing and picturesque break
David U.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
3 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent holiday retreat
Amy P.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home.
Verified traveller
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine O.
18 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Christine O.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jim W.
16 September 2018
Brilliant Holiday Stay
Jim W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Deborah M.
11 July 2017
Fantastic property in a great location
Deborah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Darren W.
7 March 2017
Beautiful Holiday Home
Darren W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Martin E.
16 April 2016
Lovely, comfortable, well equiped, peaceful
Martin E.
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