Guests say
Auckland Cottage in the Yorkshire Dales offers a range of amenities including a swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna, set in a beautiful location. Guests have enjoyed the added leisure facilities, particularly for children, and the helpfulness of the host. Some concerns were raised about comfort and maintenance issues, but overall, the property provided a pleasant rural escape.
Reviews indicate a mix of experiences regarding cleanliness. While some guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, others reported issues with cleanliness, such as a dirty shower curtain and floor. The presence of pests in the furniture was also mentioned.
The location is consistently praised for its fantastic views and proximity to local attractions. It offers a peaceful setting away from city life, with various towns within easy reach.
Comfort received mixed feedback. Some guests found the cottage spacious and the beds comfortable, while others mentioned uncomfortable beds and a cramped living space for larger groups.
Facilities like the swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna were highlights for many guests. However, maintenance issues such as a problematic shower and broken hot tub lid were noted. The presence of only one bathroom or shower for larger groups was a drawback.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Resting on the outskirts of the North Pennines AONB and within striking distance of the charming market town of Wolsingham is this spacious accommodation, Auckland Cottage. This wonderful abode has been designed with a family and friends gathering in mind, with facilities and features appealing to a group of all ages and tastes. The open-plan living room offers a superb base for you and your loved ones to gather after an action-packed afternoon before the countryside setting. In here, you will find a well-equipped kitchen, which houses all the essentials to cater for yourselves during your family holiday and the dining space is ideal for toasting to a superb holiday before unwind on the plush sofas of an evening. Offering a flexible sleeping arrangement, this impressive property comes with four bedrooms, comprising of a family bedroom with a double bed and a single, a triple bedroom, a double bedroom with an en-suite and a single bedroom. Each bedroom comes with a refreshing colour palette, good storage space and pretty views of the surrounding countryside setting. You and your loved ones can look forward to heading to the shared complex, where you will be delighted to find an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a games room. If you fancy sampling the local delicacies, venture into the centre of Wolsingham where a range of eateries await you, as well as shops for picking up the essentials. For those feeling active, immerse yourself in the countryside surroundings by exploring the magnitude of walking and cycle paths upon the AONB. Alternatively, discover the local attractions of the Weardale Heritage Railway featuring the Polar Express, the Killhope Lead Mining Museum and the superb Auckland Castle. Auckland Cottage is the ideal base for you next family and friends gathering.
Wolsingham is a market town resting in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 10 miles away from Bishop Auckland. Within the town you will find a magnitude of amenities, including pubs, cafes and restaurants, as well as convenience shops and takeaways. Attractions within the town include an indoor swimming pool and a gym. From here, you can visit Killhope Lead Mining Museum, Bowes Museum and Auckland Castle.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x family bedroom with double bed and single bed, 1 x triple with three singles, 1 x double with en-suite cloakroom with basin and WC, 1 x single.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Ground Air Source heating.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, WiFi and TV.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot & high chair available.
Shared use of indoor swimming pool, sauna and games room in the complex.
2 small/medium dogs welcome at a charge of £30 per pet.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Pub and shop within 1.2 miles.
Please note; Check-in time for this property is from 4pm.
This property is subject to a £150 pre-authorisation security/damage deposit upon arrival which is arranged directly with the owner.
Please note: Check in days must only be on a Monday or Friday and leaving on either a Monday or Friday.
Over Xmas and New Year 2025 the property accepts either 7 nights from 22nd or 29th , or a 4 night booking Monday - Friday
Nearby points of interest
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Thornley Woodlands Centre
- Barnard Castle
Reviews (18)
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Danielle
! Both of the double beds was uncomfortable and sounded like they was going to collapse at any time, under the beds was filthy full of dust, the cupboard had an awful smell and the hoover wouldnât even pick up a ball of dust, the hot tub was lovely but no lights so had to keep throwing your arms around when the outside light went off, and both children came out of the pool with cut hands due to sharp edges and not to mention the muck at the bottom of the pool we ended up leaving a day early and most definitely not work the money we paid!!
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Sarah
We had a group of 9, 5 being male. None of our group were able to wash there hands after using the toilet on arrival. We expect there to be a small supply of tea, coffee, sugar and milk as most places offer. But we at least expect soap as the bare minimum. We literally had to go to the shop before washing hands. We had to buy everything from salt and pepper, to kitchen foil and washing up liquid. 2 dishwasher tablets were not sufficient. There was a dead fly I'm the unsuite and toothpaste up the door and inside the mirrored unit. The floor in the downstairs toilet was also dirty. Apart from that we did enjoy our stay. Thanks.
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Richard
From the start, we encountered numerous issues that were never resolved, despite contacting the host. There was no WiFi, the hot tub displayed an error message and had a broken lid, and the TV didnât work. The cleanliness was very subparâfrom a filthy shower curtain, too cleaning items like a rusty dirty mop and bucket left to great you on arrival. Additional inconveniences included a washing machine that moved around the kitchen when in use and a clothesline that had to be retrieved from a bush. After three days, none of these problems were addressed, and our stay was significantly affected. We expected a comfortable, clean, and well-maintained space, but unfortunately, this was far from what we experienced and due to the nature of the issues we decided to end our stay 4 days early. I cannot recommend this property based on our stay.