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Bracken Hill Farm Cottage nr Bishop Auckland Durham – Home 7449717 Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  •  min stay varies

Bracken Hill Farm Cottage nr Bishop Auckland Durham – Home 7449717

  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 4
  •  min stay varies

Key Info

  • Not suitable for children
  • Car advised
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Luxury self-catering cottage 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, dog friendly. 15 minutes from Durham City and 5 minutes from Bishop Auckland home of Auckland Castle & Eleven Arches nightshow Kynren. Perfect for cyclists with Hamsterley Forest Descend nearby and set in the picturesque countryside of County Durham, the 2-bed detached single storey cottage is a perfect retreat for guests seeking a country escape in luxury holiday accommodation, to chill out and recharge in peace and tranquillity.

Situated close to the village of Hunwick, Bracken Hill Farm Cottage is a delightful self-catering property situated at the gate-way to the Durham Dales and is easily accessible by car and public transport.

This barn conversion has been sympathetically converted to the highest standard and provides guests with everything they need for a comfortable and relaxing stay whilst still retaining some of the original features.

The cottage has underfloor heating thermostatically controlled in each room, WiFi and Sky TV. A spacious open plan living area with impressive vaulted ceiling and wood burning stove leads to a fully equipped kitchen and dining area with table and four chairs. There are two bedrooms both with super-king size zip and link beds easily converted to singles if required. The master bedroom is en-suite with a large walk in shower. There is also a separate bathroom. Guests can benefit from a secure south westerly facing garden with patio where you can enjoy the breath-taking views of the unspoilt County Durham countryside and stunning sunsets.

The cottage is self-contained with its own private drive-way and car park plus a secured shed for storage and bikes.

Well behaved dogs are welcome.

Please note that smoking is not permitted in any indoor areas of the cottage.

Bracken Hill Farm Cottage is situated on the outskirts of Hunwick which boasts two pubs with restaurants offering home cooked food and real ale and both within walking distance.

The cottage is 9 miles away from Durham City and within easy reach of Weardale and Teesdale.

Bracken Hill Farm Cottage is the perfect base for a holiday to relax and unwind and for exploring the County Durham and Northumberland countryside with it its many walking trails and cycling routes. There are a number of local attractions nearby such as Auckland Castle, The Bowes Museum and Binchester Roman Fort plus quaint market towns such as Barnard Castle, Stanhope and Wolsingham.

County Durham is central for exploring further afield as it borders Yorkshire, Cumbria and Northumberland where you will find the cultural cities of Newcastle upon Tyne, Harrogate and York together with Holy Island, Whitby and Hadrians Wall.

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Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
    Bedroom 2: King bed
    Beds in other rooms: King bed
  • 1 Full bath, 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

No parties
Dogs not to be left in property unattended without prior authorisation £25 charge per dog per stay

Check out 9.30

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About the owner

Angela F.
Average reply time:
2 hours 39 minutes
Response rate:
89%
Calendar last updated:
02 May 2024
Years listed:
7
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
7 reviews

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“Fantastic pet friendly cottage”

Reviewed 2 Jan 2019

We had a fantastic, very relaxing stay at Bracken Hill Farm Cottage. We were met by Ang, who made us all feel very welcome including our little dog. The cottage was immaculate, not a speck of dust any… More

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us and we do hope you can return at some point. We are really pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Thanks again Ang

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Absolutely Perfect Place to Stay”

Reviewed 1 May 2018

A very warm welcome on arrival by Ang. It was obvious from the start that we would thoroughly enjoy our stay. The cottage is ideally placed so you have privacy but not isolated. Although we didn’t need to bother Ang for anything it was very clear that nothing would be too much trouble. The fridge was stocked with fresh eggs, milk and lovely local cheese. Fresh bread and biscuits as well as dog treats was a lovely surprise. The cottage was spacious, very clean and tastefully decorated. I could live there quite easily and comfortablely! The underfloor heating and not forgetting the superb log burner were taken full advantage of! We absolutely loved the place. And so did our dog! With a private and very secure garden overlooking a field with sheep. Just really added to the already stunning feel of the place. I’ve stayed in quite a few lodges/cottages but this place really does stand out from the rest. Although the pictures on here are lovely, you really do need to stay here to really appreciate how gorgeous this place is. I now have to buy some of the smellies (smelled gorgeous) that are in the spa-like bathrooms! It really was like a spa experience under the waterfall shower! Thank you Ang. A very welcome retreat indeed. I’m sure we will be back! That’s if you’ll have us again!

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Response from the owner Awww, I'd love you to come back. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such an amazing review. You are welcome anytime. Ang

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Ultimate Luxury AND dog friendly too”

Reviewed 29 Dec 2017

Having read good reviews for this cottage we booked a one week stay over Christmas. Have to say that the previous reviews were spot on accurate. Friendly welcome from the owners (log fire was pre li… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Hope to see you again soon.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Immaculate Cottage”

Reviewed 30 Dec 2016

Simply cannot fault this beautiful little cottage. It was the most relaxed break I've had in a long time. Peaceful and tranquil, with a huge bed! Which is the most comfortable I've ever slep… More

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Response from the owner Aww thank you, we are so pleased you and the dogs enjoyed your stay and the cottage. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely review and hope you will be able to visit us again in the future. Thanks again. Ang

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Excellent”

Reviewed 17 Nov 2016

We just had a weekend break here,and it's absolutely wonderful,the cottage is of a very high standard in every way,huge comfy beds,fluffy white towels,everything was perfect,very private and quie… More

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Response from the owner That's really lovely, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, it really is appreciated. We are really pleased you liked the cottage and enjoyed your stay. Look forward to welcoming you back after Christmas. Thanks again. Ang

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Lovely, cosy barn conversion of excellent high standard.”

Reviewed 25 Oct 2016

We stayed here for 3 nights whilst visiting our daughter in Durham The owner, Ang, is very welcoming and helpful. The barn conversion has been done to a very high standard, with underfloor heating and… More

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback it really is very much appreciated. We are really pleased you enjoyed the cottage and your stay

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“This cottage is a great find”

Reviewed 21 Jul 2016

What a great find! This cottage is immaculate and Angela has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. All the equipment is of really good quality. She allows dogs, and our two loved the do… More

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner Thank you for such a wonderful review. I'm really pleased you all had a great time and enjoyed the cottage. It would be my pleasure to have you visit us again.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Angela (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Angela (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Angela (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Angela the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Angela (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Angela (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Angela (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Angela (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Angela (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Angela (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Angela (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Angela (the owner) a message.

If Angela (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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