Roslyn Cottage, Hamsterley

Roslyn Cottage is a detached holiday cottage in Hamsterley village, County Durham, sitting between Teesdale and Weardale. Converted from former farm buildings, it has stunning countryside views and sits within 17 acres of shared paddock and woodland. A pub and restaurant are just 200 yards away.

Hamsterley is a quiet village near Wolsingham. You're 14 miles from Durham City and within an hour of Northumberland's coastline. High Force waterfall in Upper Teesdale is a short drive away. The enclosed lawned garden has sitting-out furniture and a water fountain 15 yards from the door.

The cottage sleeps 4 across two bedrooms. Bedroom one has a 4ft 6in double bed. Bedroom two has two 3ft single beds. There's one shower room with cubicle and toilet. The open-plan ground floor has a granite kitchen with electric cooker, microwave and fridge/freezer. Wi-Fi and bed linen are included.

Durham Cathedral is 14 miles away (25 mins). Beamish Museum is around 20 miles (30 mins). High Force waterfall is roughly 18 miles (35 mins). Alnwick Castle is approximately 55 miles (1 hr 10 mins).

The private hot tub on the covered verandah with privacy blinds is a real highlight. Roslyn Cottage suits couples and small families wanting space, countryside and easy access to County Durham's best days out.