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The School House - 28445

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and various kitchen utensils.
A stone building with two large windows, a bench, and a small garden area.
A stone plaque with historical text on a brick wall.
Living room | The School House, Middleton-in-Teesdale
A neatly made bed with white bedding and a red throw blanket, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to North Pennines
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Middleton-in-Teesdale
  • Place, North Pennines
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Barnard Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The School House - 28445

This Pennine Way passes through the village taking you to waterfalls close by and the Lake District can be reached in under an hour.. All on the Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)

Kitchen: (2 Steps), Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Enclosed outdoor terrace with patio furniture and lawned garden. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking. A detached holiday cottage, formerly The School House, adjacent to a church in Middleton-in-Teesdale, a village with pubs, shops and plenty to do. The Pennine Way passes through and a brisk walk brings you to Low Force, the first of a series of waterfalls. Barnard Castle, Bowes Museum and Eggleston Hall Gardens are worth a look - 4½ acres of paths, views of the fells, stream and gardens. There are cycle routes and fishing is available on the River Tees with a permit, as well as on Grassholme and Selset reservoirs where there is also sailing. The Lake District is a 45 minutes’ drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.

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Suitable for up to 1 pet

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8869968
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle is home to this cottage. North Pennines and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eggleston Hall and Teesdale Leisure Centre.
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Middleton-in-Teesdale

What's nearby

  • North Pennines - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • High Force - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Barnard Castle - 23 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 52 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Durham University - 58 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 26 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Middleton-In-Teesdale Fish & Chips Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eggleston Hall cafe and tearooms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rumours - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caramel - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The School House - 28445 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The School House - 28445?

As of 21 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The School House - 28445 on 3 January 2027 start from NZ$963, 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 School House - 28445?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The School House - 28445?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The School House - 28445?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The School House - 28445 located?

Situated in Barnard Castle, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from North Pennines and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Teesdale. Bowlees Visitor Centre and Low Force are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely Holiday, the School House is very private, comfortable, clean and warm.

We had a lovely Holiday, the School House is very private, comfortable, clean and warm. It was a relaxing Holiday.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Everything you need for a ‘home from home’ in a stunning location.

Everything you need for a ‘home from home’ in a stunning location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cottage was clean and warm when we arrived, but had no soap in the bathroom, or dishcloth in kitchen

Cottage was clean and warm when we arrived, but had no soap in the bathroom, or dishcloth in kitchen, which was otherwise well equipped.The shower was set at either a too hot 42C or cool 33C.The sitting room was comfortable, as was the bed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Just spent a week at The School House and loved it.

Just spent a week at The School House and loved it. Everything you need is there in this comfy cosy wee house, which was scrupulously clean with Covid 19 in mind. High Force is nearby and Eggleston Hall Gardens too. If you like cheese, try Teesdale Cheese Company near Copley for a wide range of cheese made on the farm and other local produce like pickles, chutneys, jams etc. I hope I can come back to the School House again Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Well equipped kitchen.

Well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable large lounge. Bedroom good with good storage. It was good for 2 people although I could image it a bit cramped for 4. We found it warm and the shower was fine. Fabulous location in the village near all amenities. Excellent walking direct from the cottage so no need to drive. On road parking can get busy but by later in the evening we could move the car to be opposite the cottage on the 2 times we used it. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic setting and cottage.

Fantastic setting and cottage. Lovely private garden (pity the weather didn't allow us to enjoy it more). Close to everything. Superb local butcher Alistair. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

We had a great time in the School House cottage.

We had a great time in the School House cottage. The cottage had everything we needed and was well equipped for a self-catered holiday. The cottage is set away from the busy road so we could barely hear the traffic. Parking is on the road but we had no trouble finding a space immediately opposite. The village has all of the amenities you will need including a Co Op, lots of cafes, two pubs and a butchers. A great base for exploring County Durham including High Force, Barnard Castle and Durham city. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely small cottage / bungalow right in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale.

Lovely small cottage / bungalow right in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale. Downside was the parking, made difficult by the roadworks and a problem with the boiler (heating/water), which the caretaker needed to manually turn on morning and evening. Upside, well equipped, clean and so central to the village with its many amenities and walks. Would certainly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An excellent cosy and clean cottage, set just off the main street with shops tea rooms and plenty of

An excellent cosy and clean cottage, set just off the main street with shops tea rooms and plenty of places to eat out. Lovely walks nearby and a central location for visiting the Lake District and Durham.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Loved the position of The School House in relation to village facilities.

Loved the position of The School House in relation to village facilities. Great walks around the village and alongside the river. The property was well looked after and comfortably equipped. You would need to be fairly able as there are a few steps both outside and inside to cope with. Not a huge problem but just to be aware of. All in all a lovely cottage and we are hoping to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Absolutely love this place. Very envious of the people who live there would swap places anytime with no hesitation. Highly recommend hope to go back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

This is a lovely cottage right in the heart of the village but tucked away so quiet.

This is a lovely cottage right in the heart of the village but tucked away so quiet. I would certainly recommend it to fit friends but for us it was not ideal. We were told there were two steps to the bathroom but they are actually in the bathroom with a corner basin on the first step up and a right angle turn to the very compact shower and toilet. the heated towel rail was right next to the toilet and also had to be negotiated. The caretaker Alistair is the local butcher and he was wonderful at fixing niggles such as the central heating.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet location in a lovely village.

Very cosy cottage for two with an enclosed garden. Located in the village with a two pubs and restaurants next door. Very little noise from the road or village. The cottage is situated in the corner of the old cemetary. Excellent loaction for both walking or excursions by car.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous little cottage, perfect for 2.

Gorgeous little cottage, perfect for 2. Feels tranquil and secluded but has a lovely village and beautiful countryside on your doorstep as soon as you step back through the gate. I would definitely return.

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