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Greenlea Cottage

Hamsterley (2.7mls), County Durham
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Spacious holiday home for multi-generation families and friends
  • Walk to the dog-friendly pub, or relax in the enclosed garden with your friends
  • Great location for access to Hamsterley Forest, the North Pennines AONB or Durham City
Overview
Property code: 89896

Situated in the tranquil village of Witton-Le-Wear, this holiday home provides an ideal retreat for friends and families visiting County Durham. The beautiful landscapes of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are within easy reach, along with the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. Nearby Hamsterley Forest offers 2000 ha of woodland perfect for wildlife watching, dark sky gazing, adventure play, and mountain biking. The historic Raby Castle is just 9 miles away, while the charming market town of Barnard Castle lies 13 miles from the property. Durham city, with its magnificent cathedral, is only 12 miles distant. This spacious holiday accommodation accommodates up to six people and welcomes two dogs, making it a pet-friendly getaway.

The bright, stylish interior features a spacious open-plan living area with picturesque views of the village green. The well-equipped kitchen serves as a social hub where everyone can gather to plan the day's activities over breakfast or prepare evening feasts. The comfortable lounge offers the perfect place to unwind after a day of sightseeing, with a wood burner for cosy nights watching movies on the Smart TV. Three well-appointed bedrooms ensure a restful night's sleep in this welcoming home: a double and a twin room on the first floor, plus a king-size bedroom on the second floor complete with an en-suite shower room and WC. The family bathroom features both a shower and bath option. Modern amenities include a Tassimo coffee machine, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and a selection of games and books.

The outdoor space includes a veranda perfect for enjoying morning coffee or dining alfresco on summer evenings while admiring the starry skies. The enclosed garden provides a secure area for dogs to roam, enhancing this friendly house's appeal for pet owners. There's secure storage for up to six bicycles, making this an excellent base for cycling enthusiasts. Unallocated on-street parking is available outside the cottage for one car, with additional parking across the village green.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 with bath, shower and WC and 1 en-suite with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, tassimo coffee machine and washer/dryer
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Selection of games and books
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Veranda with outdoor dining table, chairs and BBQ (guests to provide own charcoal)
  • Secure storage for up to 6 bicycles
  • Unallocated on-street parking outside cottage for 1 car only. Additional parking across the village green (0.1 mile)
  • Shop 1.5 miles and pub 0.25 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Stephen Banks

This property is personally managed by Stephen.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Colin 23rd December 2024

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Arrived to be stunned at an immaculate clean cottage with all the mod cons...A lovely quiet village and good little dog friendly pubs. Lovely walks, locals very friendly. Can't fault this little gem. We stayed 4 nights over Xmas and was tastefully decorated with tree etc thanks. Grandkids loved it. Very dog friendly which was great for our and daugRead morehters bulldogs. You don't have to bring anything except yourselves and food. There was 4 adults and 2 kids, never needed anything 100% THANKYOU . Hide

Reviewed by Karen 9th August 2024

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Great cottage, owners have put alot of thought and effort into it. Very clean and comfortable. Had a lovely week.

Reviewed by N 26th July 2024

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Had a fabulous week, we were blessed with good weather and the cottage is perfectly located to explore the local area. Witton Castle was lovely and walks along the river (and in the river) were enjoyed by all! The cottage is beautiful, decor excellent, a real home from home. It was equipped with everything you could need and we wanted for nothing. Read morePlenty of space for everyone, lovely patio and outdoor seating area which we enjoyed. 10/10, we would def recommend and would return! Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 19th July 2024

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A lovely cottage in a superb location. Very thoughtfully equipped and very comfortable. We stayed with 5 adults, two babies (9mths and 4 mths), a 3 year old and a dog. The high chair, cot, stairgates on every level, toddler steps and loo seat in the bathroom were very much appreciated and made our stay very easy.

Reviewed by Karen 7th June 2024

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Our party of 4 adults and 1 dog had a great stay at the cottage. It was immaculately prepared and felt very homely and comfortable. Every detail was well thought including supplies for our dog. The village was ideal for walking and in a very quiet location. Unfortunately the 2 pubs were not serving food but we found others in the local area. IdeallRead morey sutuated for exploring the scenic county. Hide

Reviewed by Amanda 22nd April 2024

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This really is a lovely holiday home, very clean, comfortable furniture, lots of little, thoughtful touches throughout the property. A very quiet, beautiful village with everything you could need close by. It is very spacious but manages to keep a homely feeling. The owners are very helpful if you need them and quick to respond to any inquiries. WoRead moreuld absolutely stay there again. Hide

Reviewed by Theresa 2nd April 2024

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Lovely, well equipped cottage with everything we needed for a comfortable stay

Reviewed by Karen 23rd February 2024

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I would highly recommend staying at the cottage. The cottage was very clean and we had a welcome pack waiting for us after a long journey. Everything was perfect for a weekend break with our family. We will definitely be returning in a couple of months.

Reviewed by Robert 9th February 2024

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set in a quiet village but a short drive to the local places of interest. lovely dog walks rights out of the front door. the cottage is really nicely decorated and exceptionally well equipped in all areas especially the kitchen. fast internet to keep the kids interested aswell. if we came to the area again we'd definitely try and stay in this cottaRead morege again Hide

Reviewed by Richard 15th January 2024

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Nice area close to amineties,beautiful decor and furnishings making a comfortable stay. We will return in the future,thank youso much.

Reviewed by Tracey 29th December 2023

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It was absolutely stunning! Such a beautiful place to stay and the attention to detail was exceptional .

Reviewed by Jessi 22nd December 2023

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Reviewed by Jo 15th December 2023

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We had a wonderful stay in great accommodation with exceptional attention to detail. Spacious, clean and well-equipped.

Reviewed by Rachel 30th November 2023

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Great cottage. So much room, super cosy and well decorated. Would highly recommend a stay here and the nature reserve for a walk with your doggos. The cafe staff were so welcoming. Will definitely be returning to the cottage.

Reviewed by Rachel 1st November 2023

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We have just returned from a fabulous stay at GreenLea Cottage and would highly recommend it. We stayed as a family group with kids and a dog and loved it. The cottage is so comfortable, and immaculately clean. It is beautifully decorated and we loved the log burning stove, comfy sofas and beds, and well equipped kitchen. We loved exploring the locRead moreal area which was perfect for family walks, cafe stops and visits to the pub. We would highly recommend this property and cant wait to return. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 13th October 2023

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Reviewed by Marie 29th September 2023

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Greenlea Cottage is a absolutely gorgeous large but cosy cottage with ample space for the family Love the animal theme that runs through the tastefully decorated cottage. The beds are so comfy and the kitchen is very well equipped . Location wise is perfect too, lots of country walks on its doorstep. We will certainly book again.

Reviewed by Ashleigh 22nd September 2023

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Absolutely perfect house, 4 of us and a dog stayed and everything was lovely, the owners have thought of everything, even dog beds! Close to Hamsterley forest (follow the diversion!) and if youre after a chip shop- the village fryer in Howden Le Wear was lovely. We can also recommend the 68 cafe and Bradley Burn farm (yes we spent most of our week Read moreeating!) Thank you to the owners for providing a lovely holiday home. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 8th September 2023

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Overall this is an excellent holiday rental and hostpitality, we will return in the future. Thank you for a wonderful time and beautiful location wish we could have stayed longer and further explore the area. There two nice village pubs and some nice walks,the owners are accessable and pointed some nice restaurants which visited. Big thank you to RRead moreichy and Linda 5***** Hide

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