Guests say
Grace Cottage in Northumberland offers a cosy and comfortable stay with stunning views and friendly locals. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the warmth of the central heating and log fire. The property's location is ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside and enjoying local amenities, including dog-friendly pubs and a nearby Co-op.
Cleanliness has received mixed feedback. While some guests found the cottage to be very clean and comfortable, others noted issues with dust, cobwebs, and a need for a deeper clean. The cleanliness appears to be generally satisfactory, but there is room for improvement.
The location of Grace Cottage is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to local amenities and scenic walks. The village's friendly atmosphere and accessibility to nearby attractions contribute to a positive experience.
Guests find the cottage cosy, warm, and well-decorated, with comfortable beds and a homely feel. Some minor issues with window handles and heating controls were mentioned, but overall, the comfort level is high.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-appointed kitchen and a welcome pack mentioned by some guests. However, there are comments about maintenance issues such as a leaking toilet and the need for better lighting outside. The presence of a log fire adds to the charm, although some guests experienced issues with the initial stock of wood.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident in the provision of a welcome pack and the overall comfort of the cottage. Guests appreciate the amenities provided, though it is politely noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This homely stone-built cottage rests in the charming village of St John's Chapel surrounded by the north pennines AONB. The property is perfect for a family getaway or couples wanting to explore the many hidden gems this area has to offer. This cottage has a homely feel; imagine throwing logs on the woodburner and sitting on the comfy sofa chairs whilst having some much-needed quality family time. Alternatively sit outside with a glass of wine and soak up the beautiful views. Being able to walk in and lounge across the sofa in front of the TV after a long day becomes an easy task as the main door leads straight into the sitting area.
The bedrooms are situated upstairs, with one master bedroom offering a spacious double bed, and a twin room ideal for extra guests. An attractively tiled bathroom is on-hand to get yourselves ready for each action-packed day. Also discover a spacious kitchen with all the appliances in order for you to cater your own meals, as well as a washing machine/dryer for your convenience. The garden comes with a view of the Weardale shells where sheep graze. The Blue Bell Inn and the Golden Lion are just down the road, and are great to head to for an afternoon drink when the day is nearly over or an evening meal.
Grace cottage is a short drive from Barnard castle, Hexham and Durham. Also nearby why not take a trip to High Force waterfall on the River Tees, near Middleton-in-Teesdale, located on the penine way this stunning natural waterfall is the largest in England. Explore the delights of County Durham from this heart-warming stone cottage. Please note, this property accepts two well-behaved dogs.
This quaint County Durham village sits in Weardale in the heart of the North Pennines aonb, an area known for its excellent bird watching, cycling and walking. As well as two friendly village pubs, one serving food, St John's Chapel offers a Post Office, a shop and a couple of cafés. The nearby market town of Stanhope sits on the fringes of the aonb and offers a wider choice of amenities and an outdoor pool. The magnificent city of Durham is slightly further afield but well worth a visit, laced with tremendous architecture and much to see and do.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with a shower over bath, WC and basin.
Kitchen/dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Wi-Fi, Oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine/dryer, 2 x TV, Bluetooth Hi-Fi system.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Rear garden with furniture.
Cot, stair-gate and highchair available, Two well-behaved dogs.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 0.4 miles, Shop 0.1 miles.
Note, No dogs allowed upstairs or on furniture
Please note: the property is only suitable for adults.
Reviews (33)
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Karolina
Little down side was small fridge as we stayed over Christmas. We could not switch heating on initially but helpful landlady got back to us soon enough. Kitchen has all you need for cooking, thereâs plenty books and Netflix and lovely decorations in cottage makes you feel at home. Cleaning standard could be improved but few cobwebs didnât put us off to really enjoy it. To be expected when place not occupied a lot.Golden lion pub serves lovely food and thereâs a nice little art shop in the village.
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Dianna
Loved the log/coal fire and the views from the back garden. The cottage had everything we needed and all the furniture and bedding etc was of high quality. Two dog friendly pubs in the village and the Chatterbox cafe, lots of walks from the doorstep and surrounding areas. The info in the cottage needs updating, as we had to ask the neighbours about the bins and recycling and it would have been nice to know that the next door neighbour could access our garden to put out their bin, I was a tad shocked when a man walked past the window! Also the cottage has gone up for sale, which again, would have been nice to know, as we went out and a FOR SALE sign had appeared on our return! Other than that everything was perfect.
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Richard
However the level of cleanliness was not what I would except. The property would benefit from a deep clean especially the mould around the sink taps and bath. The kitchen floor was very dirty. In addition the toilet brush was very rusty, most of the bulbs in the living room light were not working only half the toaster worked and the door tray on the fridge was broken.