Located in a quiet country hamlet with a pub and restaurant within walking distance and plenty of local walks rambles cycle trails and fishing with a day permit in the River Wear all from the door. The beautiful city of Durham with its breathtaking Cathedral Castle historic University river walks shopping and restaurants is less than 9 miles. Enjoy visiting nearby Auckland and Raby castles art exhibitions and nature trails at Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle and of course Beamish for a memorable day out. Book to see Kynren s spectacular open-air show from July to September explore the Durham Dales (16 miles) and North Pennines AONB (33 miles) or head to Northumberland s glorious coastline. Step into the bright and spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner where the vaulted ceiling adds to the sense of space along with the lovely fixtures and fittings within. The kitchen has been beautifully finished with an electric oven and hob fridge freezer microwave a Nespresso coffee machine dishwasher and you can sit on the bar stools at the kitchen island for casual dining. There is a large comfortable sofa to relax on in the lounge with a Smart TV for your entertainment. Head out through the French doors into the enclosed garden. Upstairs you will find the large bedroom set in the eaves with an inviting king-size sleigh bed and a wall-mounted Smart TV. The contemporary en-suite features a wet-room-style shower and WC. Outside the enclosed garden has a patio area with garden furniture perfect for enjoying drinks and a BBQ dinner. After a day out exploring why not relax in the private wood-fired hot tub. Private off-road parking is available for one car. A range of additional treats and services can be booked and arranged with the owner to further enhance your stay. Need to know: 1 bedroom 1 king size. 1 shower room 1 en suite shower room with WC. Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine and dishwasher. Smart TV in lounge and bedroom. Travel cot and highchair available. Wood fired hot tub (logs provided).. Enclosed garden with patio area and garden furniture. Private, off road parking for 1 car. Pub/restaurant less than 1 mile, shop less than 3 miles. Celebration packs can be arranged for your arrival, including sparkling wine or champagne and flowers.