Barforth Hall Lodge
ID: S26137
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34 reviews
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2 pets welcome
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5 Bathrooms
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WiFi
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Hot tub
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Open fire
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Parking
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Children welcome
Guests say
Barforth Hall Lodge offers a peaceful, rural retreat with friendly owners and a variety of farm animals adding to the countryside charm. The property is spacious and generally well-suited for large groups and family gatherings. While some guests have highlighted issues with water pressure and cleanliness, others have praised the lodge's comfort and picturesque setting.
Cleanliness
Reviews indicate a mixed response to cleanliness, with several guests finding the property not up to standard, mentioning cobwebs, dirty dishes, and general grubbiness. However, some guests reported the lodge as clean, leading to a below-average score.
Location
The location is frequently described as peaceful and scenic, with beautiful countryside views and a quiet, rural setting. The remote aspect is appreciated by many, although the inaccessibility of nearby villages by foot was noted.
Comfort
Guests have found the lodge comfortable overall, with ample space and a relaxing environment. However, some have mentioned issues with heating and broken furniture, which affects the comfort level of the property.
Facilities
Facilities have received mixed reviews, with the hot tub being a highlight for some but a point of contention for others due to maintenance issues. The kitchen and dining facilities cater to large groups, but some guests have reported broken appliances and inadequate hot water supply.
Thoughtfulness
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
About this property
This single-storey, detached cottage provides the perfect base for a group of friends and large families to get together and enjoy a break in the great outdoors. It features a spacious sitting room with a 50" TV and a cosy woodburning stove, ideal for sitting round to catch up on old times and enjoy the odd round of drinks. The separate dining room also features a woodburning stove, as well as a TV and a sitting area, ideal for a smaller group to enjoy a chat and share a bottle of wine. The six bedrooms are individually styled and decorated, and provide flexible sleeping arrangements for whatever group size is required. There are two bathrooms, a shower room, wet room and a separate cloakroom, ensuring that guests have all the facilities to enjoy that well-earned break in the country. Outside, the spacious grounds have an Italian masonry-style barbecue and a wood-fired hot tub, making it a great place to chill, enjoy the country views and just reflect on another great day out. Whether you stay close to home or head out to explore Teesdale and beyond, this is a family cottage to be enjoyed at any time of the year. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 915731, 927830 and 927831,1058221 together they sleep 27.
The pretty Teesdale village of Gainford is situated on the River Tees at the boundary with Yorkshire. The village offers a scattering of Georgian houses set on an unspoilt village green, as well as a Post Office, butcher/greengrocer/bakery, newsagents/general store, fish and chip shop and two pubs. The historic market town of Barnard Castle is within reach, along with Egglestone Abbey, Rokeby Hall, High Force, Cauldron's Snout, Derwent Reservoir, Hexham and Durham.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Six bedrooms: 2 x king-size double (one with TV), 2 x double (one with TV), 1 x twin, 1 x twin with 3 x single and 2 x single (suitable for children up to 10).
Two bathrooms with bath, basin and WC.
Wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area (seats 6).
Dining room (seats 4) with woodburning stove and sitting area (seats 2).
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Electric central heating with woodburning stoves.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 4 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Fuel for hot tub and woodburning stoves.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 5 cars.
Bike storage.
Spacious garden with wood-fired hot tub, furniture and BBQ.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Note: Fishing available on land.
Note: There are riding stables next to the cottage and stabling can be arranged at additional cost through the owner.
Note: Access to the property is via a one-mile narrow track, which is a bit rough in places, but isn't pot holed or rutted.
Note: The tables in the dining room and kitchen can be combined to seat 10-12 people.
Please note the wood burning hot tub can take up to 5 hours to heat up and needs to started and maintained by yourself during your stay, you need to stay with the fire once it is lit.
More information is available in the property.
Charging of electric vehicles is not permitted.
1.8 mile to Winston village -pub on a bridle path and 3miles to Eppleby shop and Tea rooms tarmac lane
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