The Old Byre in County Durham | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About The Old Byre

Discover the enchanting The Old Byre, a luxurious retreat nestled in the heart of the picturesque Teesdale countryside. This exceptional accommodation is perfect for those seeking an indulgent escape amidst the serenity of nature.

Designed to accommodate up to six guests, The Old Byre boasts three sumptuous bedrooms, each with its own opulent en-suite, ensuring privacy and comfort for all.

The inclusion of a hot tub adds a touch of decadence, providing the ultimate relaxation under the stars.

The main house and annex offer a seamless blend of modern amenities and rustic charm, with underfloor heating and a woodburner adding to the cosy atmosphere. A state-of-the-art kitchen awaits those who delight in culinary pursuits, while the separate games room promises endless entertainment.

Whether you're a family, a group of friends, or seeking a romantic getaway, The Old Byre is a sanctuary where luxury meets the tranquillity of the countryside.

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Need To Know

Gas central heating and electric central heating in the annex
Underfloor heating throughout
Oven, hob, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
4 x Smart TVs with Freeview and Streaming Apps available, table tennis, football nets, 150 mps WiFi, a selection of games
Fuel and power included in rent
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Ample off-road parking
Rear garden with large patio with hot tub offering Bluetooth speakers and lights
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 1.4 miles
Note: The underfloor heating is adjustable in each room

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Heatherbrae

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Low Shipley Cottage

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Hot Tub

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Skyline

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North of England » County Durham

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Hot Tub

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Set in the heart of County Durham and on the outskirts of the North Pennines (4 miles), there are some great walks nearby, with the Yorkshire Dales (14 miles) also within easy reach. You can explore three local reservoirs and the High and Low Force waterfalls in Hamsterley Forest (10 miles).

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the high-quality finish and comfort of The Old Byre, with special mentions of the underfloor heating and super-king-size beds ensuring a cosy and restful stay. The hot tub was a standout feature, providing a luxurious spot for stargazing and relaxation. The well-equipped kitchen, including a cocktail shaker, delighted those who enjoy cooking. The secure garden was appreciated by pet owners, and the games room was a hit with both children and adults, offering a fun-filled diversion on rainy days. The property's cleanliness and the attentive communication from the host, Martyn, also received high praise.

Getting there

To get to The Old Byre, if travelling by car, take the A1(M) to the A66 and follow signs towards Barnard Castle. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Darlington, which is well-connected to major cities. From there, a taxi or bus can be taken to reach the property.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	2.6 miles	DL12 0SN
Train station	19.4 miles	DL12 8ET
Pub	1.4 miles	DL12 0XP
Dog walk	0.5 miles
Supermarket	2.9 miles	DL12 0NG
Indian takeaway (2.9 miles)	Spice Island	DL12 0NG
Chinese takeaway (2.9 miles)	Choy Hing	DL12 0NG
Italian takeaway (2.9 miles)	Pizzaria	DL12 0NG

For families with Kids

This destination is family-friendly, offering a secure garden for children to play in and a games room that promises to keep them entertained. Nearby, families can explore nature reserves, enjoy countryside walks, and visit attractions like High Force Waterfall, ensuring a fun-filled stay for all ages.

Is The Old Byre A good location for couples?

Couples looking for a romantic getaway will find this destination ideal, with its luxurious hot tub and serene countryside setting. Nearby romantic days out include strolls to High Force Waterfall, intimate dinners at local inns, and tranquil walks in the surrounding natural beauty.

Dining and Cafes

Closest to the property is the Moorcock Inn, offering delicious meals and local ales. For a variety of dining options, head to Barnard Castle where you'll find an array of restaurants and cafes such as Blagraves House (01833 637668) and Valentines (01833 637668), both known for their delightful menus.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find local shops, traditional inns, and pubs, perfect for experiencing local hospitality and cuisine. Enjoy scenic walks and the tranquillity of the countryside right on your doorstep.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, this accommodation features a luxurious hot tub, which is a six-seater with Bluetooth speakers and lights, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the beautiful surrounding areas.

Is this property pet-friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes one well-behaved pet, making it an ideal choice for guests who wish to bring their furry friend along for a memorable countryside retreat.

What type of heating is available at this accommodation?

The property is equipped with gas central heating and electric central heating in the annex. Additionally, underfloor heating is available throughout the main house, ensuring a warm and comfortable stay.

Are there any entertainment facilities at this accommodation?

Absolutely, guests will find a variety of entertainment options, including a separate games room with table tennis, a selection of games, and football nets. There are also Smart TVs with Freeview and streaming apps available for cosy movie nights.

Is there parking available at this accommodation?

Yes, there is ample off-road parking available for guests, providing convenient and secure parking right at the property.

What cooking facilities are available in the kitchen?

The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, including an oven, hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and all the necessary utensils and cookware for preparing delicious meals during your stay.

The Old Byre Reviews

Super property that has everything you need and well run by Martyn. Peaceful location with amazing views.we will be back!

Couldnt have asked for more. The property was so well equipped and we needed for nothing. The party all really enjoyed themselves and the kids thought the play area and games room were fab. We had a great dark skies one night we enjoyed in the hot tub. So many great places to go off and visit from the location. Well definitely return.

Samantha

We stayed over Christmas week and we're very impressed with The Old Byre. From the excellent communication from our host to the extremely well equipped kitchen even included a cocktail shaker, everything was perfect. Would definitely recommend as a base for families with teens and a dog.

The accomodation was just perfect, and is obviously well cared for by Martyn. Cleanliness and comfort top notch. With a high spec finish. The Old Byres location and surrounding scenery is beautiful. Weather was pretty dire, but the games room kept us all amused! The welcome pack was greatly appreciated. Martin was reassuringly at the end of a phone if needed, but was never intrusive. We would not hesitate to book again.

Charlotte

We had a fantastic week at the cottage definitely our favourite UK property we have stayed in as everything was such high quality. The underfloor heating was a big hit with my family who are always cold! Along with the lovely hot tub. Would love to come back and stay again in the future.

Sharon

Amazing stay at The Old Byre. The cottage is beautiful and comfortable and has everything and more you would ever need! Martyn was very accommodating with our plans to celebrate a special birthday. Good location to get out and about but we had lots of snow which was just amazing so we stayed in one day and made the most of the fab games room, lush hot tub and had fun in the snow! so a totally relaxing weekend! Thanks again Martyn and wed defo come back

Sandra

We had a fantastic family weekend at the old Byre. It was very well equipped and the views are amazing so peaceful. The cottage is not far from some nice walks and High Force waterfall. The men loved the games room. The hot tub was well used. Also the communication from Martyn was great. I Would not hesitate to recommend this property to friends & family. Thank you!

Judith

Wow what a lovely holiday home. Superb garden enclosed with electric gates for security.everything you could want.we will be back .

Each time I have had to contact Martyn he has replied straight away, would ... Each time I have had to contact Martyn he has replied straight away, would highly recommend this stay to anyone, nothing is too much trouble

Anne-marie

Beautiful property with stunning views. Perfect for our family get together. Beautiful kitchen well equipped. We would definitely recommend the house and the location for exploring the area.

Elizabeth

The cottage is fantastic! Very well equipped in a beautiful setting, which was very safe and secure for our dog. We had a fabulous break. The communication and support from the owner was 5 and much appreciated. Would not hesitate to recommend. Thank you!

Catherine

We went here for a family holiday and loved the out of the way location. The cottage is not far from some nice walks and High Force waterfall. You can either walk from the cottage or get in the car for a short distance to access these depending on your ability. We had one very rainy day whilst here and made the most of the games room which was great for both us and the kids. The pool table could do with a little tlc but was usable and was probably just more noticeable given the standard of the rest of the property. The cottage is done to a high standard and very comfortable. The hot tub was particularly great after a long walk! Overall we would definitely love to come back again.

Jackie

The Old Byre is a beautiful property, its setting is fantastic. The property was clean and well decorated, the beds were extremely comfortable. The addition of the hot tub made it extra special looking out at the beautiful surroundings. It had everything you needed for a great holiday . I have just one suggestion , it would be nice to have a heated towel rail as because it is underfloor heating you have no where to dry your towels . We didnt want to put them in the dryer with them not being washed as we wouldnt know which towel ours was and would be wasteful to do one at a time and also very time consuming.

Stephen

A lovely cottage set in a great location. The owner made every effort to ensure our holiday was tiptop.

Christine

A lovely comfortable cottage with all the comforts of home. A well equipped kitchen and cosy lounge along with the underfloor heating to keep us crusty. The comfy super kingsize beds provided us with a good night's sleep. Sitting in the hot tub admiring the stunning scenery was a bit hit. Communication from Martyn was excellent before, during and afterwards our stay. A much appreciated welcome basket including a drink of our choice along with fruit, milk tea and coffee etc was awaiting for us on arrival. All in all we had a fantastic week even though the weather wasn't too kind to us resulting to a few afternoons in the games room. Hope to go back real soon.

Wow!! We have fallen in love with The Old Byre . The views are breathtaking, the property is just perfect in every way. There is literally nothing negative to say. The owner Martyn was at the end of the phone to help with questions about anything at all and he made us feel so very welcome, will we be back? Oh my goodness absolutely!!!!

The property is outstanding. From the location to the outlook and the facilities to the cleanliness. Simply perfect. We had the best family week here. A few day trips out to the waterfalls, reservoirs and local towns followed by stint in the games room made for some perfect days. Sitting in the hot tub on an evening waiting for the bats & barn owls to fly by was just magical. Even the teenager was impressed by the stargazing and shooting star he spotted! Martyn was a perfect host. Very communicative and on hand if we needed anything. We cannot wait to return again. Weve definitely found our perfect place. Such a peaceful and relaxing end to our summer break thank you Martyn for sharing your little gem with us!

Angela

What a superb holiday home! Everything was absolutely spotless, lovely furnishings and fittings, comfortable beds, immaculate gardens and stunning scenery. A very private location with incredible views from the rear of the property. Lots

Brilliant holiday thank you

Jennifer

An amazing property, everything was perfect. Except the weather could have been kinder!

Alicia

Had a great stay here everything was as advertised if not better. The cottage was really clean and everything had been thought of from, hot tub, kitchen facilities to large TVs in each bedroom. To top it off there is a games room contained within the annex that we made great use of. The views are beautiful from the cottage and there are walks nearby. I would recommend going to see High Force. Our only suggestion to improve this cottage would be some form of cover for the hot tub so it can be enjoyed in all weathers however would not mark the stay down for this as it is a truly beautiful cottagelocation which was ideal for us and our dog. The owners were extremely helpful and easy to contact and were always quick to response. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic communication regarding the start of our stay. Owners accommodated our requirements and made our stay delightful. Fantastic views and great walks and sights around the area. We will return!

We had a lovely break at this wonderful cottage. I have stayed in numerous cottages across the uk and this one ticked all of the boxes. A couple of bonuses for us was the fact that it was the nicest and cleanest pet friendly cottage and I always look for 5 star cottages. Beautiful views and very secure had all of the mod cons and big tvs in all the bedrooms! Kitchen well equipped it even had a slow cooker! The only thing missing for us was a sun shade in the garden for those hot sunny days. Owner very helpful. Thank you again will definitely recommend to our friends.

Michelle

The Old Brye cottage is a fantastic place to stay. It is spacious comfortable and like home from home. The cottage was very clean and had everything you need for a lovely holiday. The super kingsize beds were amazing so comfortable. My son and husband enjoyed the games room and the hot tub was an added bonus. The separate annexe was fab it gave our son a holiday with family but with his own privacy. The garden is huge which our dog loved to explore and loved watching the rabbits. Martyn the owner was great we had a lovely welcome text before we arrived and again on the day we arrived. Although we didnt see Martyn during our holiday we knew if we needed him he was just a phone call away. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone wanting a beautiful cottage in a peaceful surrounding with Barnard Castle just a short drive away. We hope to holiday here again sometime. Thank you for a perfect holiday.

Graham

This was our second visit to The Old Byre and it didn't disappoint. Spotlessly clean, excellently equipped, superbly located and if you have any problems or queries, Martyn is always available and quick to respond. Would recommend it very highly, whether you want a totally relaxed break or to take advantage of the many walks in the area.

As a group of friends we had fantastic stay at The Old Byre. Definitely up there as one of the best cottages weve stayed in. The location was spot on and we had a fab time exploring the area.The cottage itself was lovely throughout and had everything we needed. The views from the patio were beautiful which we enjoyed everyday given the gorgeous weather we had during our stay. Comms with the owner was also great during our stay, they checked in with us to make sure we were ok and were quick to respond to any questions we had. All in all a lovely place to stay and relax

Weren't we lucky! The we being three couples and long time friends from different parts of the country. The Old Byre was a marvellous place to meet up. The house was immaculate and our host always keen to please with attention to detail, as were Sykes. The weather was in our favour, sometimes hot, sometimes chilly, but always dry so we were able to make the most of the wide patio with the hot tub and wonderful views of Teesdale. The house is in a great place for exploring the area Eggleston Hall Gardens, Raby Castle, Bowes Museum etc as well as the big outdoors on local walks and High & Low Force Waterfalls and the delightful Hannah Hauxwell's Meadow. Practical suggestions bedroom reading lights needed please. As mentioned in the Guest Book several times the towels were small for a prestigeous property, and only five seats in the lounge for six guests. Space limited but a comfortable folding seat maybe?

This is by far one of the best holiday cottages I have ever stayed in, brilliant communication from start to finish. Would highly recommend.

Brenda

Unbelievable stay in such a beautiful area lovely and peaceful and great for my dogs just what we were looking for. Accommodation was superb with everything we needed and the owner Martyn was very helpful and available on the phone at any time . Thanks for a great week and look forward to next year

After booking though and staying with sykes every year for past 12 years , this property was the best. Comfortable beds . All on one level perfect for my elderly mum. Hot tub fab Games room such bonus Lovely views and if you were to visit with children or dog garden is secure We will go back

Fantastic stay wonderful property, amazing facilities, perfect for our family getaway. Added luxury of the hot tub and games room where out to good use.

2nd visit to The Old Byre and it continues to produce high standards of accommodation for everyone. Set in a lovely location for views of the countryside and for exploring the Dales and further a field.The accommodation has virtually everything you would want from a holiday cottage and Martyn the owner is very approachable if there's anything you need.I would highly recommend staying here and I'm certain you wouldn't be disappointed with your stay.Absolutely beautiful place.

An exceptional property in every way. We thoroughly enjoyed our week and a special thank you to Martyn for ensuring that everthing went smoothly. We will definitely return.

Lovely secluded Cottage, with safe and secure grounds for children and pets. Facilities were of high quality and the hot tub was a pleasure. The games room was enjoyed but it did get a bit cold so some heating in there would have made the experience much better. Comfortable beds, and high end decor with laundry facilities was a great extra. We had issues with the oven throughout our stay but host tried their best to sort.

Lovely base to explore the area. Loved the hot tub and everything was spotlessly clean. Great comms from the owners who were very helpful. Only minor downside was noise from the road.

Claire

5 stars for an amazing place. Beautifully refurbished, beds are superb I didn't want to get up! Hot tub is a great size and huge TVs in all rooms. Our dog loved exploring the garden. Everything has been thought of to make your stay comfortable and easy. From the huge fridge with icecold water, tons of crockery, Alexa, TV apps, cleaning supplies, toilet rolls and a lovely welcome pack. The views are wonderful and quiet. If we didn't leave, we wouldn't have seen a soul perfect! Easy access to loads of places to visit. We have stayed in many self catering accommodation over the years but this is up there with the best for standard and comfort. Any questions quickly responded to by the owner. Highly recommended.

Jordan

Couldnt recommend this cottage enough, had plenty of weekend breaks before and this was right up there. A few days before the stay Martyn was in touch keeping us up to date with check in times etc, the cottage was lovely and had everything we required, 1010!

We could not fault the property in any way, very clean cosy and warm, everything ... We could not fault the property in any way, very clean cosy and warm, everything you need its like home from home, communication before during and after was perfect nothing was a problem and a lovely welcome gift made the weekend a perfect stay, would highly recommend this accommodation, thank you

Trotter

Had a wonderful few days here with the family. Very warm , cosy, comfortable property. The place was spotless as was the hot tub. Well maintained with very good communication from the owner. Would return here and would highly recommend to others.

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Attractions Near The Old Byre

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Old Byre itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what County Durham has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 28 Miles

This is a recommended day out for families with young children visiting the Bedale area of Yorkshire. Visit the farm and receive a warm welcome as well as a guided tour. You will have the chance to bottle feed the lambs, bath a pig and handle some of the smaller animals. Kids will love the big sandpit and the outdoor play area. There is also a cafe and indoor play area for when the weather is not on your side.

Go Ape Northumberland - NE48 1NT

about 29 Miles

Go Ape! has really taken off and become one of the most popular attractions in the UK. The Northumberland course is set in the stunning grounds of Matfin Hall. Described as a high wire forest adventure this really is one for the more daring as the course takes place right up in the tree tops. Giant tree top obstacle courses include ladders, bridges, tunnels and some of the country's best zip lines. You will be provided with all safety equipment and training on site.