Chestergarth House in Chestergarth, Rookhope, DL13 2AF | Must-See County Durham Hot Tub Cottage

About Chestergarth House

Chestergarth House suits multigenerational families and groups. A wood-fired Finnish hot tub barrel sauna and games room with pool table, dartboard and wood burner make this a seriously well-equipped base in the North Pennines.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Activity: walking
✓Bathrooms: 4
✓Cooking hob
✓Dogs allowed: 2
✓Entire home
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Freezer
✓Fridge
✓G/F WC
✓G/F bedroom
✓Garden/Courtyard
✓Ground floor bathroom or shower room
✓Iron
✓Ironing board
✓Kitchen
✓Bed linen included
✓Towels included
✓Location: Farm
✓Family friendly
✓Other: BBQ
✓Other: Games room/Play Facilities
✓Other: Hot tub
✓Other: Sauna
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Private parking
✓Private entrance
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Semi-detached
✓Safety: carbon monoxide detector(s)
✓Smoke alarm(s)
✓Smart TV
✓Soap
✓Sofa
✓TV
✓Toilet paper
✓Views: Countryside

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Chestergarth House

Wood-fired Finnish Hot Tub

A private wood-fired Finnish hot tub with soft lighting and seating sits within its own dedicated space opposite the property.

Barrel Sauna on the Patio

A barrel-style sauna sits on the patio area near the hot tub making this outdoor setup genuinely impressive for a cottage stay.

Games Room with Pool Table

The indoor games room has a pool table dartboard TV bluetooth speaker and wood burner with patio doors opening to a balcony.

Panoramic Pennine Views

Far-reaching views across the North Pennine hills surround the property giving every outdoor moment a spectacular backdrop.

Ground-Floor Accessibility

A fully accessible ground-floor bedroom with wet room and direct patio access makes this suitable for guests with mobility needs.

Al Fresco Dining with Gas BBQ

A large outdoor dining table and gas-fired BBQ make evening meals outside under the Pennine sky a genuine highlight.

Getting To Chestergarth House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Chestergarth House by car head into Weardale and follow signs for Rookhope from Stanhope on the B6278. The property is on a working farm in the hamlet of Rookhope and there is on-site parking for four or more cars on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Bishop Auckland approximately 19 miles away. From there a taxi or hired car is the most practical way to reach Rookhope as public transport into the upper dale is limited.

On-site parking for four or more cars

Bishop Auckland station (19 miles)

Rookhope, Weardale, County Durham, DL13 2AF

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

High Force Waterfall

Distance: 16 miles

DL12 0XH

Auckland Castle

Distance: 19 miles

DL14 7NR

Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Distance: 10 miles

DL13 1AR

Rookhope Valley Walk

Distance: From the door

DL13 2AF

Stanhope Riverside Walk

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2UF

Hamsterley Forest Trails

Distance: 14 miles

DL13 3NL

Stanhope Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2UF

Barnard Castle Town

Distance: 18 miles

DL12 8NB

Bishop Auckland Market

Distance: 19 miles

DL14 7NX

Weardale Railway Stanhope

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2YS

Stanhope Open-Air Pool

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2UF

Bowes Museum Barnard Castle

Distance: 18 miles

DL12 8NP

High Force Waterfall

Distance: 16 miles

DL12 0XH

Auckland Castle

Distance: 19 miles

DL14 7NR

Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Distance: 10 miles

DL13 1AR

Rookhope Valley Walk

Distance: From the door

DL13 2AF

Stanhope Riverside Walk

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2UF

Hamsterley Forest Trails

Distance: 14 miles

DL13 3NL

Stanhope Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2UF

Barnard Castle Town

Distance: 18 miles

DL12 8NB

Bishop Auckland Market

Distance: 19 miles

DL14 7NX

Weardale Railway Stanhope

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2YS

Stanhope Open-Air Pool

Distance: 4 miles

DL13 2UF

Bowes Museum Barnard Castle

Distance: 18 miles

DL12 8NP

Is Chestergarth House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The indoor games room has a pool table dartboard and a wood burner kids will spend hours in there. Pull-out beds are available in Bedroom 1 for young children. The working farm setting and open Pennine countryside give older kids real space to explore outdoors.

For Couples

Couples can use the wood-fired Finnish hot tub and barrel sauna privately if booking with a smaller group. Panoramic Pennine views and al fresco dining with a gas BBQ set the scene for evenings outdoors. Stanhope is four miles away for independent cafés and riverside walks.

Pet Friendly

Up to two dogs are welcome at Chestergarth House. The working farm location in Rookhope gives direct access to Weardale valley walks from the door. Stanhope is four miles away with riverside walks along the River Wear well suited to dogs of all sizes.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Chestergarth House

The Grey Bull, Stanhope

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 2UF

The Bonny Moor Hen, Stanhope

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 2XF

The Hare & Hounds, Westgate

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 1RX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Chestergarth House

Does Chestergarth House have a hot tub?

Yes there is a wood-fired Finnish hot tub with seating and soft lighting set within its own dedicated space opposite the property. A wide door opens directly onto the patio making it easy to move between the hot tub and the main house.

Is Chestergarth House pet friendly?

Yes up to two dogs are welcome at Chestergarth House. The working farm setting and surrounding Weardale countryside make it a great base for dogs who enjoy long outdoor walks.

How many people does Chestergarth House sleep?

The property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. All four bedrooms have en-suite facilities and Smart TVs.

Is the property accessible for guests with mobility needs?

Yes there is a fully accessible ground-floor bedroom with a superking bed and a wet room with WC. The ground floor also includes a lounge and contemporary kitchen-diner making day-to-day living manageable without needing the stairs.

How many cars can park at Chestergarth House?

There is on-site parking for four or more cars. This makes it well suited to groups arriving in multiple vehicles.

What is the games room like?

The indoor games room is located opposite the property and includes a pool table dartboard TV bluetooth speaker and a wood burner. Patio doors lead to a balcony connecting it to the outdoor facilities.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen-diner has an eight-burner gas range-style hob a double oven a fridge-freezer a microwave a dishwasher a De'Longhi coffee machine and a Thermomix. It is set up for large group cooking with a big dining table for everyone to eat together.

What outdoor facilities does the property have?

Outside you will find a wood-fired Finnish hot tub a barrel-style sauna a large outdoor dining table and a gas-fired BBQ. The panoramic views across the North Pennine hills make the outdoor space one of the best features of the property.