Guests say
West House is a beautifully presented, cosy cottage in a stunning location, ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and Teesdale. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, as well as the warm welcome from the owner. The cottage offers wonderful countryside views and is just a short walk from the village and local amenities. Thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and bird food are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. Occasional minor maintenance issues are noted, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoy their stays and often express a desire to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotless, very clean, and well maintained, with no significant negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as perfect, peaceful, and ideal for exploring the area, with beautiful views and close proximity to the village. One review notes a hill climb to the village, which may be a consideration for those with limited mobility.
Guests frequently mention the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and warm, with comfortable beds and a relaxing atmosphere. Only minor comments about cold rooms during a heating issue are noted.
The cottage is praised for being very well equipped, with modern kitchen, good heating, and thoughtful extras. A few minor maintenance issues (doors, heating) are mentioned but do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Many guests mention welcome packs, fresh eggs, bird food, and attentive hosts, which add to the experience. However, these thoughtful touches are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An early 18th century, stone-built, semi-detached cottage, situated on the outskirts of the delightful village of Middleton-in-Teesdale, just 10 miles from Barnard Castle. Boasting outstanding views of the surrounding fells, West House is full of charm and character, offering a quaint sitting room with cosy woodburning stove, a separate dining room and a spacious rear garden, ideal for sitting out and enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the area. This is a good base for those wishing to experience village life with all the local shops, pubs and village walks just a short stroll from the property, whilst the nearby market town of Barnard Castle with its cobbled streets and quaint lanes attracts visitors all year round. With the Northern Dales waiting to be discovered slightly further afield, this lovely cottage is ideal for family and friends to get away from it all!
Set in an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' in the heart of Teesdale, the pretty Pennine village of Middleton-In-Teesdale is perched on the riverbank of the beautiful Tees Valley. With a wide range of shops, pubs and places to eat, this lovely little settlement boasts a range of amenities. The surrounding countryside is a great place for walkers with pretty wooded valleys and high open moorland as well as the incredible waterfalls of High Force and Cauldron Snout, regarded as some of the most spectacular sights in the district. Barnard Castle, a lovely market town, is also close by and offers a huge range of facilities and activities.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size, 1 x family room with 2 single beds and additional pull-out bed.
Bathroom with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD, radio/CD, WiFi, selection of books/games/DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack of fuel for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request, please note: guests are required to provide their own bedding for the cot.
Enclosed garden with patio area, garden furniture and BBQ.
Private fishing on River Tees available free of charge by arrangement with owner.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs, cafes and restaurant 5 mins walk.
Note: During the months of March and April, with prior arrangement with the owner, guests are able to bottle feed the lambs during the lambing season.
Note: 3rd single bed in family room is a pull out bed.
Note: Friday and Monday arrivals only if wishing to alternative please enquire.
Nearby points of interest
- Barnard Castle
- Brough Castle
- Bowes Museum
Reviews (80)
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Elizabeth
Very cosy and well equipped.
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Diane
There was everything you needed and the owner had provided a welcome basket and lots of information on the area. The cottage was close to the village which had everything you needed from pubs, cafes, co op and butchers to a lovely gallery and craft shops. Within easy reach of Barnard castle and Raby and scenic walks to high force and high cup nick and an old cycle/walking railway line to Cotherstone. Perfect.
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Nicola
The garden is fabulous too. We loved our stay here.