High Church Hill, Witton Gilbert

High Church Hill is a converted former grain store on a working farm in Witton Gilbert, County Durham. This three-bedroom luxury lodge sleeps six and sits among rolling countryside with views that multiple guests have called "amazing." The property is spotlessly clean and beautifully finished throughout guests consistently say it looks even better in real life than in the photos.

Witton Gilbert is a quiet village with a pub just 0.2 miles away and a shop 0.6 miles from the door. Durham city is roughly 3 miles away. The old railway station in the village now forms part of National Cycle Trail Route 14. The coast is around 40 minutes by car.

Three king-size bedrooms all have en-suite bathrooms. The master bedroom features a freestanding bath, walk-in shower and vaulted ceilings with floor-length windows. Every bedroom has its own en-suite plus there's a downstairs cloakroom. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area includes a wine chiller, dishwasher and Smart TV with Netflix.

Durham Cathedral and Castle are under 10 minutes away. Diggerland (DH7 5RH) is 4 miles west. Ushaw historic house and gardens is 2 miles away. The North Pennines AONB is on the doorstep for walking and cycling.

The private hot tub in the enclosed rear garden is a guest favourite. High Church Hill suits families, groups and dog owners two well-behaved dogs are welcome. Book High Church Hill for a proper countryside base with everything on your doorstep.