Hall Cottage

ID: S266887

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets 3

Guests say

Hall Cottage in Yorkshire Dales - North receives high praise for its comfort, cleanliness, and location, ideal for exploring the surrounding areas. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, the secure garden for dogs, and the thoughtful touches provided by the owners. The local pub adds to the charm of the village setting.

Guests that stayed at this property said

The majority of guests found Hall Cottage to be spotless and well-presented. One review mentioned finding nails and hair, which suggests a rare lapse in cleanliness, but overall, the property is commended for its cleanliness.

The location is consistently praised for its tranquillity and convenience for exploring North Yorkshire and County Durham. The proximity to local pubs and attractions, along with the beautiful countryside, makes it a highly rated location.

Guests are delighted with the comfort of Hall Cottage, mentioning generous-sized bedrooms, comfortable lounges, and the overall home-from-home feel. The provision of soft towels and dressing gowns adds to the comfort experienced by visitors.

The facilities at Hall Cottage are generally considered excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen, utility room, and secure gardens for dogs. However, one review cited issues with the shower and toilet, indicating some room for improvement in maintenance.

The owners of Hall Cottage are commended for their thoughtfulness, with mentions of welcome treats for both humans and dogs, though it's noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

Hall Cottage is a delightful, stone-built terraced cottage in the peaceful hamlet of Ovington, six miles from Barnard Castle, in County Durham. This spacious cottage is ideal for a family, including pets, or a small group wanting to explore the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales, both of which are in easy reach.

The property has a private driveway with parking for two cars. Heading through the front door, the hallway leads into the sitting room, with a cosy woodburning stove, TV with Freeview, Sky Sports and Movies, for endless entertainment and a huge sofa with plenty of room for everyone to relax on. From here, the spacious kitchen/diner has a dining table, chairs and a bench, perfect for gathering hte whole group together for delicious home-cooked meals, prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, complete with an excellent range of amenities, including a Nespresso machine and a dishwasher to take care of the washing up, there's also a TV with Freeview to enjoy whilst preparing meals. There are two bathrooms in the property, one on each floor, with a choice of walk-in shower or bath with power shower over, so you can decide how you prefer to get ready each day and t prevent queues for the bathroom. Upstairs are the three generous bedrooms, two super-king-size with zip/link feature and a king-size, all have lovely village views, a TV with Freeview and ample storage for all of your belongings. Outside there is secure bike storage, a small enclosed rear garden and to the front is a large, walled, fully enclosed garden with a spacious lawn, patio, picnic bench and barbecue, perfect to make use of and dine alfresco in the summer months. Guests can access the front garden directly through a side gate once they have access the main property.

Just down the road from the cottage, past the pretty village green, you will find The Four Alls, a traditional pub serving home-cooked food and cask ales. A short drive will bring you to the market town of Barnard Castle, with a bustling high street full of shops, pubs and cafes, as well as the impressive Bowes Museum, where you can admire a collection of art, ceramics, textiles, tapestries and more. Further afield you will find the historic Yorkshire market town of Richmond, great for strolling along the cobbled high street and admiring its Norman castle walls. Nearby attractions also include The Pennine and Teesdale Ways, while the North Pennines AONB and Yorkshire Dales National Park are easily accessible, offering plenty of stunning scenic walking routes. Also enjoy visiting the medieval Raby Castle, with its 200-acre deer park and the magnificent waterfalls at High Force, and why not venture into Durham and see its majestic cathedral standing high above the River Wear? Hall Cottage is a well-placed cottage for exploring Teesdale, The Durham Dales and North Yorkshire. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1021694, together sleeping 8 guests.

The lovely, picturesque, 'Maypole village' of Ovington is situated on the south bank of the River Tees, between County Durham and North Yorkshire boundaries. With a village green and a traditional pub that serves homemade food and real ales, Ovington is an ideal place for you to enjoy wildlife and country walks with golf, horse riding, fishing and swimming being just some of the wide range of activities which are available within an eight mile radius. Both the charming and popular market towns of Barnard Castle (6 miles) and Richmond (12 miles) are within easy reach. Barnard Castle stands on the site of an ancient Roman fort, which crosses the river Tees. The medieval ruins of the castle still tower over the river and are well worth a visit. Known affectionately as ‘Barney’ by residents and visitors alike, the town boasts cobble streets, yards and back lanes, which were first laid out in the 12th century. The nearby Bowes Museum is well worth a visit and a wonderful way to spend a day wandering around this beautiful building and experiencing the fascinating exhibitions. The Pennine and Teesdale Ways, the medieval Raby Castle with deer park and magnificent waterfalls at High Force are all nearby, and Durham, Richmond and Ripon are within driving distance.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size (zip/link) with Freeview TV, 1 x king-size with Freeview TV.

Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC, ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Kitchen/Diner with Freeview TV.

Utility.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Oil central heating and woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and Nespresso machine, 5 x Freeview TVS, 1 with Sky Sports & Movies, DAB radio, WiFi, selection of books and games.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair available.

Off-road parking for two cars.

Secure bike storage.

Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue, enclosed rear garden.

Three well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles, River Tees 0.1 miles.

Note: The check in time for this property is 4pm.

Note: 2 bags of logs included for woodburner, any additional wood can be purchased on-site for £5 per bag

Nearby points of interest

  • Barnard Castle
  • Richmond Castle

Reviews (70)

  • Carole

    Lots of lovely walks and places to visit did not travel any more than 10 miles from house. Property was very dog friendly and was a great base for all of the family

  • Denise

    It was very clean, facilities were excellent and it was ideal for our dog with a large garden for ball chasing and blankets, treats and bowl provided inside. The Four Alls village pub was sadly closed for the week but we visited four others in the area which served excelled meals and were dog friendly. Overall an excellent cottage which we will happily visit again.

  • Terry

    Enclosed secure garden was ideal for our dogs. Can definitely recommend the village pub the Four Alls for eating out but booking is recommended. Would definitely stay again.

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