Kirkcarrion Cottage is a well-received holiday rental in a peaceful and convenient location, offering a cosy and comfortable stay with quality furnishings. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the village amenities, and the beautiful surrounding countryside. Some guests were delighted by the welcoming touches upon arrival.
The cottage is consistently described as clean, with only minor comments about cobwebs due to high ceilings. Overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to local amenities, and scenic walks, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, noting the quality of the furniture and the peaceful environment. Some mention that initial heating upon arrival could be improved, but overall comfort is rated highly.
Facilities are generally good with high-spec fixtures, though some guests suggest minor improvements such as clearer instructions for heaters and the addition of a toaster. Maintenance issues were resolved promptly.
Guests mention thoughtful touches like fruit, biscuits, and milk on arrival, enhancing their experience. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, they are a pleasant surprise rather than an expectation.
Set in the beautiful North Pennines town of Middleton-on-Teesdale, Kirkcarrion Cottage is a charming mid-terrace stone cottage ideal for a couple looking to explore the excellent surrounding walking country. The cottage is uniquely named after the local area as inspiration - Kirkcarrion is a copse of pine trees, surrounded by a stone wall, on a hilltop near Middleton-in-Teesdale; the trees were planted in the Victorian period and cover what is said to be the burial place of a Bronze Age chieftain. The property features a reverse-level layout, beginning with an impressive super-king-size bed in the ground-floor bedroom, with zip/link features able to make it a twin room to suit your holiday. Next to the bedroom is the shower room, a neat space with cleverly placed fittings including a walk-in shower and basin with storage beneath, as well as a washer/dryer. Head upstairs and relax in the lovely open-plan living space beneath the vaulted apex ceiling, with exposed beams adding character and charm to the cottage. Enjoy views out to the open and rolling fields beyond as you settle into your evening, making use of the kitchen space which has a Sage Smart cooker, two-ring induction hob, a microwave and a fridge/freezer. A breakfast bar with stools offers dining for two, and the sitting area is home to a sofa, armchair and a wall-mounted small TV. Dine out in Middleton-in-Teesdale at the Forresters Hotel and Restaurant, or try The Teesdale Hotel, with a local coffee shop, Café 1618 providing a place for afternoon tea after a hearty ramble. Visit one of the most impressive waterfalls in England at High Force Waterfall which drops nearly 70 feet into a plunge pool, surrounded by a forest with walking paths, it makes a wonderful stop on a walk. Follow the River Tees south to find Low Force Waterfall, the smaller sibling, coming down the valley back into Middleton-in-Teesdale. Walkers will be delighted with the choice of peaks and fells to traverse, including Mickle Fell, High Cup Nick, Hilton Fell and Fendrith Hill. Visit the castle that gives its name to the bustling market town of Barnard Castle, a 12th Century fortress with fantastic views over the Tees Gorge, it is home to a 'sensory garden' as well with many scented plants and tactile objects. Enjoy time amidst the natural beauty of the North Pennines at Kirkcarrion Cottage.
Middleton-in-Teesdale sits on the banks of Hudeshope Beck and the River Tees, on the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This lovely town has several shops and pubs and is surrounded by excellent walking countryside with notable sites including High Force Waterfalls, Coldberry Lead Mine, and Mickle Fell mountain peak close by. Visit the nearby market town of Barnard Castle for a wide array of amenities here.
Reverse-level layout.
Ground-floor super-king-size bedroom (zip/link can be twin on request).
Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC with washer/dryer.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric heating.
Sage Smart cooker, two-ring induction hob, small fridge/freezer, microwave and TV with built in DVD Player and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile.
Note: There is no garden or parking with this property.
Note: The open fireplace in the living space is not functional
Diane
Had everything we needed for our stay. Bed was very comfortable. Shower was hot. The kitchen area is small but it was easy to cook a meal if needed. Great area for a base to explore the beautiful County Durham. Only small downside was not knowing how to switch heaters on ( yes it was cold in July 10c) but we soon worked them out .Also having information about recycling would be great. Such as which colour bins and what can be saved from landfill. This didnât detract from the stay at all. Jonathan was very friendly and helpful when we needed to contact him.
Alan
Comfortable and generally clean although property has apparently suffered some damp damage to the ceiling in the living area at some stage which is still apparent and high ceilings tend to attract cobwebs which need sorting! A toaster would also be handy despite the smart cooker/grill - older people especially don't want to have to read instructions and work out a cooker just to do a bit of toast! We were aware in advance that there wasn't one so we brought our own. Otherwise generally very happy with the cottage as a base - a boot tray of some sort in the hallway would also be handy and help to keep the place clean. The neighbours were very friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our stay.
Nick
Well maintained with everything you need with instructions for cooker and washer/dryer. Spacious shower. Comfy bed and settee. Beautiful views. Parking around town and in the car park. Good food in the hotel and tasty fish and chips from the fish and chip shop both only a few steps away.
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