Within the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty in Weardale, this stylish stone cottage offers an idyllic holiday base for exploring the spectacular surrounding landscape. Available to let throughout the year, it's located near the village of Eastgate, with Stanhope just 3 miles away providing shops, restaurants, and a welcoming pub/restaurant. The area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with extensive walking and cycling routes on the doorstep. Within easy reach are the magnificent 21-metre High Force waterfall (12.5 miles), the Killhope Museum, and Hamsterley Forest (14.5 miles) with its variety of trails for all abilities.
Step inside to discover a beautifully designed interior that cleverly references the property's working history through thoughtful artwork and decorative touches. The first lounge offers comfortable seating arranged around a warming wood burner and Smart TV—perfect for cosy evenings. A second sunroom/lounge features a floor-to-vaulted-ceiling window and bi-fold doors, flooding the space with natural light and offering lovely views of the garden and hills beyond. The contemporary kitchen/diner forms the sociable heart of this self-catering vacation home, with a six-person dining table, breakfast bar with stools, and all essential appliances including an induction hob, electric oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. A separate utility room houses the washer/dryer and a convenient downstairs WC. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms each feature their own TV—one king-size with an en-suite shower room, and two doubles—while the family bathroom boasts a mood-lit Jacuzzi-style bath with hand-held shower.
Outside, the large enclosed garden provides a peaceful retreat with beautiful hill views. The stone patio is furnished for alfresco dining, while the sheltered hot tub offers a spot to unwind after a day's exploration. This exclusive holiday let includes private parking for three cars, and the property welcomes two dogs, making it ideal for the whole family to enjoy this part of the North Pennines. Local equipment hire for outdoor activities is also available close by.