
Little Glencrest is a stone-built milking parlour converted into a luxury one-bedroom retreat for two in Butterknowle, a quiet village in the heart of the Durham Dales. Rated 4. 9 out of 5 from 30 reviews and a Customers' Choice winner, this is a seriously well-loved property. The private KIRAMI wood-fired hot tub seats four and sits on a flagged terrace strung with lights perfect for evening stargazing under genuinely dark skies.
Butterknowle sits within reach of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Established footpaths and cycle routes start right from the village. Listen out for owls and curlews after dark.
Little Glencrest is a stone-built milking parlour converted into a luxury one-bedroom retreat for two in Butterknowle, a quiet village in the heart of the Durham Dales. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 30 reviews and a Customers' Choice winner, this is a seriously well-loved property. The private KIRAMI wood-fired hot tub seats four and sits on a flagged terrace strung with lights perfect for evening stargazing under genuinely dark skies.
Butterknowle sits within reach of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Established footpaths and cycle routes start right from the village. Listen out for owls and curlews after dark. Hamsterley Forest is a 10-minute drive with 2,000 hectares of trails.
The accommodation sleeps two adults in a kingsize bed with an en-suite wet room featuring a walk-in shower and underfloor heating. The living area has a sofa, Smart TV and modern wood burner with initial fuel included. French doors open onto the terrace and enclosed lawned garden.
Raby Castle is 6 miles away with 200+ free-roaming deer. Bishop Auckland with Auckland Castle is a 15-minute drive. Barnard Castle town is nearby with independent shops and weekly farmers' market. Grassholme Observatory is under 30 minutes away.
Little Glencrest suits couples wanting proper peace and quality. Hot tub, wood burner, dark skies and two pet-friendly spaces it delivers on every front.
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The KIRAMI wood-fired hot tub seats four on a lit flagged terrace ideal for stargazing on clear Durham Dales nights.
Butterknowle has genuinely dark skies. Guests regularly spot stars from the hot tub while listening to owls and curlews nearby.
The modern wood burner keeps the living room cosy. Initial fuel is included so you can get the fire going straight away.
The lawned rear garden is fully enclosed and private. Safe and secure for up to two dogs who stay completely free of charge.
The kingsize bedroom leads directly into an en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, heated towel rail and underfloor heating.
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 30 reviews with Customers' Choice awards for multiple years running. Consistently excellent feedback.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Little Glencrest by car, head into the village of Butterknowle in County Durham. The property has private on-site parking for one car directly at the cottage.
The nearest railway station is Bishop Auckland, approximately 7 miles away. From there a taxi will take you directly to Butterknowle in around 15 to 20 minutes.
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Postcode: DL12 0QU
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Postcode: DL2 3NH
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