Stable Court Family Cottage

Cottage Description

Stable Court is a tasteful Grade II listed three bedroomed property to be found at Eggleston only four miles from Barnard Castle. It is a village that can be traced back to the late twelfth century, and many of the local cottages were built for local lead miners by the Society of Friends.

It is an impressive building of local stone and features tradition by way of beams, fireplaces and original stone floors. There are three bedrooms, being a ground floor twin with en-suite WC, basin and shower, a king-size four poster double with en-suite WC, basin and shower, and finally a family room with king-size double, as well as a single bed and additional pull-out stacker bed with en-suite bathroom having bath, basin and WC.

Sitting room on the first floor with open fire, TV and sofa bed. Cloaks with basin and WC. Ground floor utility with WC off. Fitted kitchen with Aga, dining area and TV. Dining room with excellent seating, TV and wood burner.

High hillside position with Tees Valley views, often regarded as "The Secret Dale", this is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Amenities/Accommodation Overview

Inclusive of power, fuel, bed linen and towels, full oil central heating, plus heating from open fire and wood burner. Washing machine, fridge/freezer (in utility room), further fridge, microwave, oil fired Aga cooker, electric double oven. CD player, three TVs with freeview, DVD, high chair and cot availability, five car off road parking, secure boot/bike store.

Spacious gardens with barbecue and outdoor furniture, regret no smoking and no pets, half a mile to the pub, four miles to shop. Note: This property is suitable for a maximum of 8 people.

Local Town Description

Situated close to the Teesdale and Pennine Ways, the waterfalls at High Force, and the River Tees itself, it is easy to see how walkers and outdoor enthusiasts generally will feel right at home. Nearby Middleton is set in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has great facilities including places to eat, pubs and shops.

Barnard Castle, not surprisingly named after the castle of that name, offers still more comprehensive facilities, while other places to visit include Raby Castle, the Bowes Museum, Beamish Open Air Museum, Alnwick Gardens, Hadrian's Wall and the Yorkshire National Railway Museum.

Cottage Details

Amount of Rooms: 3
Amount of Bathrooms: 3
Max Amount of People: 8
Rates: Low Season Price from £1179 - Prices are approximate please use the availability & prices link to check exact costs and any special offers available.
Amenities: Car Parking, Children Allowed, Cooker, Cot + High Chair, Fridge, Linen and Towels Provided, No Smoking, Washing Machine

Cottage Location

Customer Rating/Reviews

This was truly the best cottage we've been to! The setting is fabulous and the cottage itself was a delight with lovely decor. The cottage was very well equipped and spacious! Ideal for our family with teenage kids and the Grandparents! The caretaker was extremely helpful and nice too! Author: Mrs Sherlock, Sale, Greater Manchester - Date of Stay: 08/2011

We liked the quiet location and the secure garden allowing our young family to enjoy playing outside, watching the workings of the farm and livestock crazing in the field next door. Accommodation and ability to entertain friends in a relaxed environment. Author: Mr Copland-hug, Lully, Vaud - Date of Stay: 07/2011

Stable Court is idyllic!! Everything was of an excellent standard. The children loved the garden. Beautiful views from the property as well as lovely walks. Author: Mrs Gower, Sittingbourne, Kent - Date of Stay: 07/2010

Local Area Description

From heather-clad moors and limestone scars, to market towns and the steady pace of country life - the sublime Dales await you! Where else in Britain is it as satisfying to sit and do nothing as it is to discover the numerous pursuits on offer?.

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