Snaptrip says
Grace Cottage in Northumberland receives praise for its comfort, cosy atmosphere, and stunning views. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the property's proximity to local amenities and scenic walks. The welcoming local pubs and the village's friendly atmosphere are also noted. Some guests mention a welcome pack, enhancing their stay.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests find the cottage clean and well-presented, though a few mention issues with dust, mustiness, and a need for a more thorough cleaning. The majority of comments are positive, but the negative remarks slightly impact the overall impression.
The location is highly regarded for its beautiful views, proximity to local pubs, shops, and scenic walks. The village's friendly atmosphere is a highlight. Parking challenges are noted but do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and warm, with special mentions of comfortable beds and a relaxing environment. Some concerns are raised about heating and window functionality, but these are not widespread.
The cottage is praised for its well-appointed kitchen and the inclusion of amenities like Wi-Fi and Netflix. However, some guests report maintenance issues such as a non-working shower and a need for minor repairs, which suggests room for improvement.
While guests mention a welcome pack and appreciate the provision of items like large mugs and a teapot, there are not enough references to consistent thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately assess this category. Therefore, it is politely noted that such amenities are not guaranteed.
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.
Nearby points of interest
- South Tynedale Railway
- Hub Heritage & Transport Museum
- Epiacum Roman Fort
Reviews (27)
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Jayne
Will be back.
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Lee
Everything was perfect for our stay and Iâm sure that we will be back.
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John
John's Chapel. We had an excellent 4 night stay at Grace Cottage, our party of 3 adults and two dogs had ample room in this well present property. The cottage itself has gas central heating in its two bedrooms and bathroom upstairs as well as cosy sitting room with wi-fi, t.v. with Netflix and log burner and well equipped kitchen downstairs. There's also as small yard to the rear with views of the surrounding Pennine hills. This is an excellent choice if you want a relaxing getaway with your family or friends with local walks and scenery, a couple of local village pubs, cafe, well stocked local store and craft shop. Further away are the delights of Durham and Barnard Castle these are around 40 minutes away by car. Carparking is the only thing that the property doesn't offer as carparking is on the road outside the front of Grace Cottage. Overall the property is well presented in a great location with local amenities, we will hopefully in the future be returning for a further stay. We highly recommend a visit.