Beautiful lodge set in a magical garden with folly

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Explore the area

County Durham, England

Auckland Castle7 min drive
Durham University18 min drive
Durham Cathedral21 min drive
Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Double bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our beautiful garden lodge is located in Low Etherley which allows for easy access to local attractions such as Beamish Open Air Museum, Barnard Castle, High Force and Auckland Castle as well the fantastic Kynren show as well as many others. Situated on the B6282, you have easy access to the main A1 should you wish to visit Newcastle or Durham City Centre.

Sitting in our lovely garden lodge you will be surrounded by stunning garden views which can cheer up the most miserable of weather. If the sun is shining you have the unique opportunity to enjoy a relaxing glass of wine in the folly, or by the garden pond (we advise caution with children, however this is also surrounded by wrought iron fencing for improved safety). Who knows you may even spot an owl or woodpecker, the garden is a paradise for birds.

Should you wish to explore the local area we can advise on walks such as Low Barns Nature Reserve or a visit to Escomb to see the oldest Saxon church.

Furthermore, the proximity to notable dark sky sites such as Bollihope, Bowlees Visitor Centre, Hamsterley Forest and High Force adds to the allure of the location.

Bollihope, with its remote location and minimal artificial lighting, offers an exceptional vantage point for witnessing the brilliance of the night sky.

With the holiday home located in close proximity to these dark sky friendly sites, guests have the opportunity to enjoy unparalleled stargazing experiences during their stay.

Whether it's setting up telescopes or binoculars in the garden or taking a short trip to Bowlees or Hamsterley Forest for a night of celestial observation, the holiday home offers a perfect base for astronomy enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

High Force, famed for its spectacular waterfall and rugged landscape, provides an equally captivating setting for stargazing adventures.

The lodge has a full spec kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle, oven and hob. Shower room, Bunk room and Double Bedroom. The living room, looks out on to the garden.

The lodge has Wifi internet connection and a t.v.
An iron, ironing board and a hairdryer is provided, along with bedding and towels.

Please inform us if you wish to bring pets, (up to 2 medium sized dogs allowed). A fee of £20 per visit is payable upon booking.

Property manager

Glad Bowen

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Children to be supervised there is a garden pond

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Fee to be paid when booking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pet Fees must be paid when booking or pets will not be allowed in lodge.

Do not leave dogs unattended in lodge or garden.

Please keep dogs off beds and furniture Clean up dog poo and place in dog poo bin near fence

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bishop Auckland

Located in Bishop Auckland, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Windlestone Hall Country Park and Whitworth Hall Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sweet Greetings and National Railway Museum at Shildon. Walworth Castle Birds of Prey and Planet Leisure are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

County Durham, England

What's nearby

Auckland Castle - 7 min drive
Raby Castle - 11 min drive
Durham University - 18 min drive
Durham Castle - 21 min drive
Durham Cathedral - 21 min drive

Getting around

Bishop Auckland Station - 5 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

March Hare - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
The 68 Cafe - 4 min drive
Bishop Auckland Hospital Social Club - 4 min drive
The Pollards Inn - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful lodge set in a magical garden with folly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful lodge set in a magical garden with folly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful lodge set in a magical garden with folly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful lodge set in a magical garden with folly located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Escomb Saxon Church, Witton Castle and Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex. Deer Park and Low Barns Visitor Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lee

4 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden house

Lovely and peaceful

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Christmas get away

Amazing. So clean tidy everything you need catered for. Garden is stunning and relaxing. All decorated for Christmas. Could not ask for better place to stay. Will defo be going back.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha C.

19 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We loved staying here! Glad and Kenny were so warm and friendly, and their cottage was very comfortable and cozy! The garden was beautiful and a joy to walk through as well!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

20 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect short stay

We stayed with our 6 year old when going to Kynren and so glad we did. This is truly a hidden gem. We had such a relaxing stay and loved exploring the peaceful, beautiful garden. Our hosts, Glad and Kenny were friendly, helpful and we have reccomended to many of our friends and family to go and experience this little slice of heaven.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

1 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lodge

Fantastic lodge, very clean, well equipped and the kids loved playing in the garden. We were made to feel very welcome. This is a great location for visiting the surrounding area including Durham, Barnard castle, Bishop Auckland, High Force, Kynren etc. Hope to visit again in the near future.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Glad Bowen

We have lived in this area all our lives and feel very lucky to do so. We enjoy walking, gardening and meeting people.

Why they chose this property

There are lots of walks and cycle paths close by, the river is only a mile away, also the starting point of the historic Stockton to Darlington Railway Line is only a mile away at Witton Park. There's lots of history including nearby castles, a roman fort, The Weardale Railway, Kynren, The Spanish Art Gallery, Mining Art Gallery and many more attractions a little further afield.

What makes this property unique

The lodge is set in a stunning private garden which is approximately 1 acre in size. It's an ideal place to sit and relax away from all your cares or for you to run around and have fun with the kids. We are on hand if you need any help but otherwise we like to let you just relax and enjoy your stay.