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Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for explor

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Ruffside, near Consett
  • Popular LocationDerwent Reservoir1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPow Hill Country Park17 min walk
  • Popular LocationBeamish Open Air Museum28 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)45 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for explor

Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for exploring County Durham with attractions for all tastes.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 29" Freeview TV, Open Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Spa Bath, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. LPG central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and fuel for open fire included. Welcome pack. Large lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. 2½-acre natural grounds and woodland (shared with owner). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds which are adjacent to a reservoir.. Hunter House Cottage is in the wings of the owner’s stunning country house. It is nestled on the shore of the Derwent Reservoir with spectacular views over the dam towards Hownsgill Viaduct and across the Derwent Valley. You will find it hard not to keep glancing at the view.

With your own private entrance from the courtyard, step inside and you will find a large comfortable living room with an open fire and access to the rear lawned garden and seating area. The dining hall, with windows to the front and rear, including a feature double height arched window overlooking the garden, is adjacent to the large, well-equipped kitchen, perfect for cooking up a hearty breakfast to start your day. The staircase leads up from the dining hall to a galleried landing, with a timber beamed ceiling and access to the bedrooms, both with en-suite facilities and views over the rear garden or reservoir.

Accessed via a rough track, the property is set within mature grounds and gardens extending to around 2½ acres and you will see plenty of local wildlife during your stay. Ideal for couples, families or walkers, there is so much to do in the area. The reservoir is 3½ miles in length with a thousand acres of clean, open water, which is devoted to fishing, wind surfing and sailing, with five generous slipways for easy launch. Golfing enthusiasts will delight in the ample choice of prestigious courses close by, one being the superior De Vere Slaley Hall. Ramblers and cyclists will enjoy exploring the heather moorlands with rugged uplands which include some of the highest, wildest and most beautiful scenery in the country. Hamsterley Forest provides miles of lovely forest walks leading to High Force, England’s largest waterfall.

The Beamish Open Air Museum is just half an hour’s drive away where you can take a tram ride back in time. Visit the historic city of Durham with something for everyone, or for those looking a little closer to the cottage, why not enjoy the circular walk around Derwent Reservoir and stop off at the visitor centre for a coffee and slice of cake on your way back. Shop 3 miles, pub 2 miles and restaurant 3¼ miles.

Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There is open water in the property grounds.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ruffside Near Consett
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ruffside, Near Consett Cottage
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ruffside, Near Consett Consett
su-UK12517-UK12517

About the neighborhood

Consett

Located in Consett, this cottage is in a rural area. De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course and Stocksfield Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hall Hill Farm and Armstrong Hydraulic Engine.

What's nearby

  • Derwent Reservoir - 1 min walk
  • Pow Hill Country Park - 17 min walk
  • De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 28 min drive
  • Quayside - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Riding Mill Station - 26 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Crown and Crossed Swords - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Rose and Crown Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Scotch Arms - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for explor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for explor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for explor?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal for couples or a small family, this delightful holiday property is the perfect base for explor located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Derwent Reservoir and Pow Hill Country Park. North Pennines and Allensford Country Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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