The Aspens

About this property

Middleton-In-Teesdale 5.9 miles. Surrounded by rolling moorland and boasting captivating views of Grassholme Reservoir in a secluded location on the outskirts of Middleton-In-Teesdale is this stone-built cottage, The Aspens. Approached via an endearing, well-maintained track, away from the hustle and bustle of the nearby town makes this spacious dwelling ideal for a family seeking a tranquil hideaway to explore the pretty North Pennines AONB. Kick off your walking boots within the utility, where you will find a washing machine and a tumble dryer, before relaxing into your evening within the stylish property which comes with everything you could possibly need. Pick up local produce from the shop and look forward to making the most of the well-equipped kitchen to cater your own delicious evening meals before opening up a bottle of wine that’s been kept cool in the wine chiller.

The character of the property is truly highlighted within the sitting room, where a woodburning stove welcomes you in during a winter’s evening before you tune into the TV. After an action-packed day, venture up the staircase to the master suite, where a plush super-king-size bed awaits you, as well as a stylish freestanding bath for admiring the countryside views as you relax into your evening. The interior is completed by the second bedroom which boasts twin beds with zip/link features which can be made into a super-king-size bed on request. As you wake up each morning, look forward to heading out onto the patio to enjoy your morning coffee before you and your canine companions stretch your legs by roaming the endearing woodland setting.

During a relaxing evening, look forward to dipping into the bubbling hot tub where you can soak up your surroundings further, promising to be a truly memorable moment. For your local amenities, a short car journey will bring you to Middleton-in-Teesdale, where a choice of cafés, pubs and a shops await you. Mickleton itself is a 10 minute taxi or car journey and consists of a cluster of stone houses along a single street and offers two pubs, one serving excellent food, along with a petrol station/garage. For those feeling active, find a magnitude of walking opportunities upon the surrounding AONB, where you will also find attractions of High Force, Gibson's Cave and Cauldron Snout.

The Aspens promises to be an outstanding base for exploring the delights of this countryside location.

Middleton-in-Teesdale is a town resting on the banks of the River Tees in the pretty North Pennines aonb, 10 miles away from Barnard Castle. Within the town you will find a range of shops, pubs and places and is surrounded by a magnitude of walking opportunities upon the moorland as well as pretty wooded valleys. Attractions within the area include the waterfall of High Force, Gibson's Cave and Cauldron Snout.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size bed with freestanding bath and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link beds, can be made into a super-king-size bed on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Oil underfloor heating and woodburning stove.

Wine chiller, electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, Smart TV and WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included as well as towel robes and hot-tub towels in rent.

Ample off-road parking.

Enclosed patio area with furniture and hot tub and lawn area.

Chiminea / BBQ.

One well-behaved Pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking allowed.

Pub within 4 miles, shop within 5.8 miles.

Note: Pets are not allowed upstairs.

Travel cot available on request.

Stair-gates and highchair available.

Stair gates are at top and bottom of stairs.

Please note: This property does not accept booking that start or end on a Sunday and those that start or end on a Saturday are by request to the owner.