Walworth Castle Lodge

ID: S121557

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets 2

Snaptrip says

Walworth Castle Lodge is a well-received holiday rental, praised for its spaciousness, warm atmosphere, and comfortable furnishings. Guests enjoy the luxurious hot tub, the large garden, and the convenience of having hotel facilities nearby. The welcome basket and friendly hotel staff add to the positive experience. While some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements are noted, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction and a desire to return.

Guests that stayed at this property said

The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests noting it as clean and well-maintained. However, a few guests mentioned areas where cleaning could be improved, such as under furniture and around windows, which slightly impacts the overall perception.

The location is highly regarded for its beauty, set within castle grounds and ideal for dog walking. Its remoteness is appreciated for tranquillity, though it is noted that more active explorers may need to rely on car travel. The proximity to the hotel is a plus.

Comfort is a standout feature, with guests finding the lodge cosy and akin to a home from home. The spaciousness and quality of the furnishings contribute to the comfort, although some guests noted issues with mattresses and heating regulation.

Facilities are generally well-received, with the hot tub being a highlight. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as lighting, Wi-Fi connectivity, and appliance usability that suggest room for improvement in this category.

Guests appreciate the thoughtfulness shown through welcome baskets and the helpfulness of staff. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such amenities may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

This single storey cottage was once the charming gate house to the imposing Walworth Castle, near the thriving market town of Darlington, in County Durham. Set within beautiful 18-acre grounds of fabulous lawns and woodlands, this stone-built cottage still retains lots of its charm with a castellated stone structure. Perfect for families, friends and couples alike, this heart-warming accommodation has been thoughtfully decorated to reveal a high quality finish throughout. The entrance is through a gate at the front and down a pathway taking you to a small porch, where immediately inside you will come to a cloakroom. Next the kitchen presents itself with sleek granite worktops, modern, integrated fixtures and contemporary colourways. The living room comprises a lovely set of patchwork sofas, a gas fire on the wall, and adjoins the TV room, which boasts French doors leading to the outdoor space. Take some time to gather your thoughts in the conservatory with a good book, or get together with the family in the dining room for a sociable gathering over dinner. Indulge in the luxurious hot tub after a tiresome day walking the fabulous Dales, positioned on the patio, it nestles in a private spot next to the garden furniture. Walworth Castle is a stunning Grade I listed, 12th century castle, playing host to a fabulous three-star hotel, benefitting a lovely bar and restaurant, serving delicious drinks and afternoon tea, as well as a scrumptious dinner menu.Walworth Castle Lodge is located within walking distance to Walworth Castle Birds of Prey centre which is the number one tourist attraction in County Durham. Nearby, Darlington offers an abundance of well-appointed amenities and is well-known for its railway connections. The wonderful city of Durham is situated to the north, with its majestic cathedral and castle waiting to be explored. The surrounding region offers beautiful countryside rich with classic Dales landscape of dry stone walls, rivers and valleys. This charm-filled cottage is ideal for those seeking adventure among the Northern Dales.

Walworth is a small scattered village in the borough of Darlington, in County Durham, centred by the 16th century Walworth Castle and Park, and the surrounding area known locally as 'The Gateway to the Dales'. An easy drive from Walworth will take you to nearby Teesdale, which has a host of excellent visitor attractions and stunning scenery on its doorstep. The Dale is home to the stunning waterfall of High Force and great walking along The Teesdale Way. Barnard Castle and Bowes offer historic castles and stately homes, with Eggleston Hall and Gardens - a Georgian country house, Rokeby Hall and Park and Raby Castle being just three such examples. A short drive north will take you to the city of Durham, which oozes charm and offers lots to see and do.

Accommodation

All ground floor.

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (one with en-suite bathroom with spa bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC), 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen with breakfast bar.

Dining room.

Sitting room with gas fire.

TV room.

Conservatory.

LGP gas heating with gas fire.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Ample off-road parking.

Large enclosed rear garden with patio, lawned area and hot tub.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 5 miles, pub 15 mins walk.

Note: This property has a check in time of 5pm.

Note: Road noise may be heard.

Note: Bookings arriving after 14/11/2019 will carry a good housekeeping bond of £150.

On arrival, a pre-authorisation of this amount will be placed on the card at reception.

Please note: No dogs under the
dangerous dog act of 1991, are permitted at this property.

Nearby points of interest

  • Bowes Museum
  • Preston Park Museum Grounds
  • Oriental Museum
  • Barnard Castle
  • Richmond Castle

Reviews (42)

  • Sarah

    First thing no one really wanted to show us around as they seemed to be in the middle of sorting a wedding but a lady did in the end. No welcome pack with info such as how to work the over complicated appliances. We had stayed in the smaller cottage 2 yrs previous and had a welcome hamper and the manger call on us twice to make sure all ok but nothing this time. The place was freezing I pointed this out the the guy sorting the hot tub his reply was “if no one tells us we can’t fix it” I was telling him but it never got looked at all week. So here are the good points and things I think could be improved on Good: Location, castle grounds, size of the property, hot tub and generally well equipped in the kitchen and large garden. Needs work on: Welcome pack/Info Soap in toilet More outside lighting at the front, we had to use a torch to get to the cars. Black bin was almost full when we arrived so we had to leave bags next to the bin which must have looked a right state. Heating needs looking at and one of the radiators in the TV room didn’t work at all which was pointed out to the maintenance man and a electric heater was provided!. They all need bleeding as some are hot in just parts. The fire makes an absolute racket when it’s windy and it doesn’t even work it just makes noise and causes a draft. We called the castle to sort the fire out but no one knew how to fix it so we were given 2 more floor heaters! It’s only by reading reviews on here we can see this isn’t a new issue. Needs a really good clean not just a dust and vac I put my hand down the side of the sofa to find the tv control and the sofa was full of food and wrappers. I had to move the dinning table to get a child’s toy and oh my god the state of the floor under the table it’s not had a proper deep clean for a long time. Shower in the master bedroom runs hot then cold just a bit of a nightmare. If both showers are on the master shower seems to suffer and the water pressure is like a drip. We’re just really disappointed with some of these things and I’m very unlikely to revisit or recommend which is such a shame. I could go on as the list is endless but the main issue are above.

  • Elizabeth

    Although the living space and the main bedroom are spacious, light and airy, some of the furniture, the sofa in one of the lounges is in need of an upgrade and neither TV is wifi enabled. The kitchen must have been very nice when it was first fitted but the vinyl wrap is coming off one of the drawers, the dishwasher only has half of the racks it should have, the cupboard doors are missing off the washer/ dryer, the hob is decidedly tatty and not over clean. In addition, the kitchen is relatively poorly provided for; there are virtually no serving dishes, there is no large saucepan, and the cooking utensils keep coming apart in the middle. We had a problem with the wifi which was virtually un-useable; it did improve slightly when we pointed this out to the manager and something was done about it, but at no point could you stream anything. There was no wifi out of sight of the actual hub. Unfortunately, there was a fire at the local transmitter, meaning no TV service. This was not the fault of the hotel, but it did mean that, as there were no smart TVs, we could not stream anything either. This lodge needs it's own router and it's own system, it should not be part of the hotel system. We had a problem with the shower in the main bedroom en-suite, which was resolved after a few days, but meant that for much of the stay, all 6 of us had to use the main bathroom shower which had no window and became very damp. The lodge is right next to a road, and 2 of the 3 bedrooms have no double glazing. The windows are constantly covered in condensation and the road noise at night is considerable. It is odd that the 2 rooms that most need double glazing do not have it. These rooms are also quite small and cramped. One couple has a spacious, double glazed and well appojinted room, with a massive en-suite whereas the other has a small, cramped room with single glazing that is hard to open to air the room, and only one bedside table. The twin room only has a small bedside table for storage, and the wardrobe lacks drawers or shelves for storing clothes. This could easily be remedied. The large garden is a great space for kids to play and the hot tub is large and a lovely place to relax .The garden furniture is a bit shabby, the [plastic rattan is uncurling, but provides a space to enjoy the sunshine. ```````````````` We enjoyed our stay at the lodge but felt that perhaps more had been done for 'show' in phots than for the genuine comfort of the guests.

  • Deborah

    Extremely clean and comfortable accommodation with everything you need for a self catering break. Hot tub was fabulous and beds very comfortable. Had a delish evening meal and Sunday lunch in the castle. Staff are so friendly and professional absolutely top notch. Would highly recommend this accommodation and the castle

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