Guests say
Guests consistently praise the holiday cottage for its spotless condition, tasteful decoration, and comfortable furnishings. The well-equipped kitchen and secure outdoor area are appreciated, as are the comfortable beds and the property's central location, which provides easy access to local amenities and scenic walks. The property's thoughtful touches, including local information and a welcome gift, have been well received, making it a highly recommended stay for visitors.
Reviewers unanimously commend the property for its immaculate condition, noting it as spotless and well-maintained. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to the positive guest experience.
The property's central location in the village is highlighted as perfect, with easy access to shops, pubs, and restaurants. The proximity to scenic walks and the countryside is also appreciated, although one mention of morning traffic noise slightly tempers the score.
Guests find the beds extremely comfortable and the house cozy, contributing to a restful and enjoyable stay. The property's overall ambiance and the warmth of the additional outside loo are noted as aspects that enhance comfort.
The property is praised for its well-equipped kitchen, including a full-sized fridge and freezer, and the availability of walking guides and information. The extra outside toilet is seen as a handy addition. However, a single mention of difficulty with the hob indicates a minor issue with facilities.
The provision of local information, recommendations, maps, and a welcome gift are seen as thoughtful touches that enhance the guest experience. While such gifts are warmly appreciated, it is politely noted that they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham lies the delightful, three-bedroom terraced cottage of 15 Market Place. Boasting a prime position within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with easy access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park as well as a range of local amenities, 15 Market Place makes a wonderful dwelling for a group or family of five looking for their next adventure in the north of England. Step into your charming new home-from-home, where you will be welcomed into a stylishly decorated sitting room where you can enjoy your favourite TV shows. Rustle up lovingly prepared meals in the fully-equipped kitchen, which features a dishwasher and handy washer/dryer, ready to savour at the dining table in front of the crackling embers of a woodburning stove, or even outside in the private yard where an external cloakroom can also be found. Ascend the stairs up to the first floor, where you can wash away the day with a refreshing shower before wrapping yourself in a toasty towel courtesy of the heated towel rail. When sleep calls, choose from three beautifully-presented bedrooms, including a double with TV, a second double, and a single. Explore the local village, home to a good range of shops for picking up essentials, traditional pubs, and restaurants where you can treat your loved ones to a tasty meal when you fancy a night off from cooking! Take advantage of your superb location within an AONB by venturing along one of the many scenic walks or cycling trails on offer, including leisurely strolls along the River Tees or more adventurous hikes up to the nearby High Force Waterfall and Summerhill Force & Gibson’s Cave. Those seeking the thrills of the outdoors can embark up the imposing peaks of Cross Fell, Thack Moor, soak up the scenery along the 268-mile Pennine Way, or take to the ski slopes at Yad Moss. Head over to Barnard Castle, home to an impressive English Heritage Castle of the same name, The Bowes Museum, an excellent golf club and the wildlife rich Deepdale Nature Reserve. Venture into the Yorkshire Dales National Park where you will find the natural wonders of Janet’s Foss and Malham Cove, Bolton Priory, Pendragon Castle or watch the Flying Scotsman zoom past across the Ribblehead Viaduct. However, you choose to spend your next visit to County Durham, be sure to choose 15 Market Place as your base.
Nestling by the banks of the River Tees is the pretty Pennine town of Middleton-in-Teesdale, which lies in the heart of Teesdale, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This bustling town offers a good range of shops, pubs and places to eat and is surrounded by superb walking country, with high open moorland as well as pretty wooded valleys. The nearby waterfalls of High Force, Gibson's Cave and Cauldron Snout are amongst the most spectacular sights in the district, and the nearby market town of Barnard Castle can be easily reached and offers a full range of facilities.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms with TVs: 1 x double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor single.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
External WC and external cloakroom.
Kitchen/diner with TV and woodburning stove.
Sitting room
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
5 x TVs and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available on request.
Roadside parking available.
Rear yard with patio, furniture, and bike storage.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Please note: steep staircase in the property.
Note: There are steps to the exterior; please take care.
Please note: the property has a video doorbell and external cctv - the cctv is located in an inaccessible shed.
Nearby points of interest
- Barnard Castle
Reviews (15)
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Martyn
Everything you need, excellent facilities, convenient to the local pubs, shops and cafes. Easy parking Property was great for cocker spaniel with great walks straight from the door either along the river, or up onto the hills in less than 5 minutes with options for short and long circular walks, we will return in the future and would recommend.
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Joanna
The cottage was located right in the centre of Middleton-in-Teesdale, so it was very e ll located and handy for the shops, pubs and restaurants. It had a lot of character but was very modern and tastefully decorated inside. It has two good-sized double bedrooms and a small single room, each one very comfortably decorated. It had everything youâd need and a good patio for the dog and sitting outside. We were lucky that the weather was gorgeous the weekend we stayed so that made it even better. Well done to the owners. We loved it!
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Neil
Central location; an hour away from most towns. Nice little village. Fish and chips V good. Pie and chips even better. House has been well thought out. Kitchen is small but has everything needed. One of the best properties weâve stayed in. Easily fitted an adult family of 5 in kitchen and lounge, and TV in each room was a bonus.