Guests say
Lavender Cottage is praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature, offering a pleasant stay with local amenities and scenic walks nearby. Guests appreciate the welcome pack and the property's suitability for pets, though some noted issues with privacy, parking, and garden access.
Most guests found the cottage to be very clean, with only one report of the kitchen needing a more thorough clean. The overall high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to the guests' experience.
The location is generally appreciated for its proximity to local amenities and scenic walks, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. However, some guests mentioned a busy road and privacy concerns due to a shared path.
The cottage is described as comfortable and cosy, with adequate facilities for a pleasant stay. Some guests mentioned issues with mattresses and heating, which slightly affected the comfort level.
Facilities are well-regarded, with the cottage being well-equipped. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as problems with the TV, heaters, and a buzzing electricity meter, which impact the score.
Guests were touched by the welcome pack and the provision of items such as a dog water bowl, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Set within the centre of Wolsingham, a delightful town in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Durham, is this stone-built property, Lavender Cottage. Well-positioned near an array of everyday essentials, and just a stone's throw away from nature-filled attractions, the cottage is an ideal base for a family, sleeping up to three guests and one well-behaved dog. Parking up on the roadside, venture into the characterful property, displaying original beams and traditional furnishings. Arriving in the living/dining room, you'll be welcomed by a woodburning stove, perfect to light on those colder nights, along with a TV and DVD player to keep the entire family entertained. Moving through to the kitchen, prepare your meals and keep on top of your laundry, with all the expected appliances, before setting the table and enjoying a homecooked meal. Discover the private and secluded garden to the rear of Lavender Cottage, bordered to the rear and one side with dry stone walls and on the other side by three large conifers. The homestyle interior continues on the first floor, where you'll find two charming bedrooms, both with private en-suite bathrooms, easing your morning routines; a double and a single room will be available, offering somewhere for the entire family to rest and refresh. Beyond your home-from-home you will find a mix of amenities to benefit from, including evening meals at Buon Appetito, and your favourite tipple at any of the local pubs, whilst your self-catering needs can be fulfilled at the SPAR. If you are a lover of the outdoors there is plenty to explore including Hamsterley Forest and Spurlswood Beck Waterfall; the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Beauty which is a landscape of moors and hills, valleys and
meandering rivers and streams dotted with picturesque villages and market towns including Barnard Castle and nearby Stanhope.Those with an interest in history will enjoy tours of Brancepeth Castle, Durham's Oriental Museum, and immersive exhibits at the Head of Steam Darlington Railway Museum. Raby Castle Park and Gardens, Auckland Castle Deer House, and Tees Valley Railway Walk all display the stunning landscapes within the county, from manicured gardens to ever-growing woodlands. Make Lavender Cottage your home for a memorable trip to Durham.
In the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the charming village of Wolsingham is a very British market town. The village is a popular stop-off site for travellers, nestled in the lovely valley of Weardale. There are several well-known pubs, cafes, and restaurants in the town, as well as convenience stores and takeaways. An indoor swimming pool and gym, a lawn bowls club, many picnic places, and a leisure site with an outdoor gym and playing fields are also available in the town. A Post Office, library, bank, gift and antique shops, grocery stores, bakery, butchers, and greengrocers are among the town's many services. In addition, all the big supermarkets deliver here.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x single with en-suite bath, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Electric central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, DVD player, WiFi, iPhone dock, DAB radio.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Rear garden with lawn, borders and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: The single bedroom has limited head height due to sloped ceilings.
Note: the garden is not fenced.
Nearby points of interest
- Oriental Museum
- Bowes Museum
- Beamish Museum
- Barnard Castle
Reviews (15)
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Valerie
The kitchen was large and generally well equipped, though it would have been useful to have more than one pan. While basics, tea, coffee were provided, I had to go and buy sugar as I hadnât taken any. The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms clean, but again, while large bottles of shower and hand gel were provided, it was difficult to use this in the shower, so I went and bought a smaller bottle. The on street parking would challenging with a larger car than mine, but as stated there is plenty of space in the car park further down the lane. Itâs a lovely cottage, and just a few tweaks would make it perfect.
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Alan
Firstly the cleanliness of the downstairs rooms which I brought up with the owner. The kitchen really needs a good clean. Secondly, as Skyes and the owner are aware, the electric heaters downstairs were not working despite being connected to the electricity. This was not rectified in the 10 days I stayed there. Instead the owner brought logs so I could light the very small woodburner. Although this helped a little after being lit for a couple of hours in the evening, it did not help in the morning when the house was very cold and it resulted in an uncomfortable stay. An offer of compensation was made although despite leaving the property some days ago, nothing has been received. It´s a pity there is no survey for Sykes themselves as their customer service, once you have booked, is the worst I have ever experienced.
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Vic
It was everything we hoped for and more. We would definitely go back.