Gateshead Vacations from $992

Excellent hotel and comfortable rooms, breakfast was really good and ideally positioned for Beamish museum.

As we were checking out, we booked a stay at The Grange for next summer, and I'm already looking forward to returning. Pretty much everything about The Grange Country House is wonderful. The location feels like it’s a bit away from town but it's an easy 15 minute walk to the main square. The staff were exceptionally attentive and so very welcoming. They seem genuinely kind, and are glad to answer any questions you might have. Our room was large with stunning views, and it was immaculate. The bathroom looks to have been completely redone quite recently, either that or it’s just maintained perfectly well. I don’t stay in many places where I actually want to spend time hanging out in the room but this was an exception. I spent plenty of time in front of the window in a cozy chair looking out at the fells with a cup of coffee and a toffee biscuit (both provided in the room). Breakfasts were wonderful, as was the service at breakfast. The breakfast room is bright and airy and we had lovely conversation with fellow travelers - everyone was so friendly! Overall: 10/10, exceptional, hands down.

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