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The Farmhouse,

Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Sleeps up to 19
Pets 1
Hot Tub

The Farmhouse is a detached barn conversion at Bowlees Holiday Cottages in the Durham Dales, County Durham. Sleeping up to 16 guests across 6 bedrooms it sits on an estate covering nearly 60 acres of unspoilt grounds. The ground floor features a former gin gang a family suite with curved walls and a high ceiling. Furnished to a very good standard with a 50" Freeview TV and woodburner.

The estate sits a mile from Wolsingham conservation village with a shop, pub and restaurant just 2 miles away. Tunstall Reservoir and Hamsterley Forest are minutes from the door.

 

About The Farmhouse

The Farmhouse is a detached barn conversion at Bowlees Holiday Cottages in the Durham Dales, County Durham. Sleeping up to 16 guests across 6 bedrooms it sits on an estate covering nearly 60 acres of unspoilt grounds. The ground floor features a former gin gang a family suite with curved walls and a high ceiling. Furnished to a very good standard with a 50" Freeview TV and woodburner.

The estate sits a mile from Wolsingham conservation village with a shop, pub and restaurant just 2 miles away. Tunstall Reservoir and Hamsterley Forest are minutes from the door. On-site shared facilities include a heated 9m x 5m swimming pool, sauna and games room with a full-size snooker table. Fishing is available on the lake in the grounds.

Six bedrooms sleep 16. Bedroom 2 has a 6ft super kingsize bed with a galleried en-suite featuring a huge bath. Bedrooms 3 and 4 have 4ft 6in doubles. Bedroom 1 has a double and two singles. Bedrooms 5 and 6 on the second floor each have two singles. Five bathrooms total.

Beamish Museum is close by. Durham Cathedral is roughly 30 minutes away. High Force Waterfall and Killhope Lead Mining Centre are both within easy reach. The private hot tub sits in the garden with views across the owner's grounds.

The Farmhouse suits large families and groups wanting space and on-site activities. Rated 4.8 out of 5 and a Customers' Choice 2023 winner book it before someone else does.

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What Guests Love

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Private Hot Tub

Your own private hot tub in the garden with open views across nearly 60 acres of unspoilt grounds.

Heated Swimming Pool

On-site heated indoor pool measuring 9m x 5m open daily from 9am to 9pm great for all ages.

Former Gin Gang Suite

Bedroom 1 is set in a converted gin gang with curved walls and a high ceiling a genuinely unusual space.

Games Room & Sauna

Full-size snooker table and a sauna on site. Both available daily between 9am and 9pm.

60-Acre Grounds

Nearly 60 acres of natural grounds with footpaths and cycle paths leading directly into woodland and countryside.

Sleeps 16 with 5 Bathrooms

Six bedrooms and five bathrooms means large groups get real space without anyone queuing for the shower.

Getting To The Farmhouse

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Farmhouse by car head into the Durham Dales via the A689 towards Wolsingham. The property is 1 mile from Wolsingham village and sits within the Bowlees Holiday Cottages estate with on-site private parking for 4 cars.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Bishop Auckland approximately 10 miles away. From there a taxi will take you directly to the property through the Durham Dales countryside.

On-site private parking for 4 cars
Bishop Auckland station (approx. 10 miles)
1 mile from Wolsingham village, County Durham DL13 3JF

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Beamish Museum
Distance: approx. 22 miles
DH9 0RG
Killhope Lead Mining Centre
Distance: approx. 14 miles
DL13 1AR
High Force Waterfall
Distance: approx. 16 miles
DL12 0XH
Hamsterley Forest
Distance: approx. 5 miles
DL13 3NL
Tunstall Reservoir Walk
Distance: approx. 2 miles
DL13 3JF
Weardale Way (Wolsingham section)
Distance: approx. 1 mile
DL13 3AA
Wolsingham Market Town
Distance: approx. 1 mile
DL13 3AA
Stanhope Town Centre
Distance: approx. 6 miles
DL13 2UF
Bishop Auckland Town Centre
Distance: approx. 10 miles
DL14 7AH
Bishop Auckland (taxi & bus links)
Distance: approx. 10 miles
DL14 7AH
Durham City Centre
Distance: approx. 20 miles
DH1 3NJ
Newcastle City Centre
Distance: approx. 30 miles
NE1 5DL
Beamish Museum
Distance: approx. 22 miles
DH9 0RG
Killhope Lead Mining Centre
Distance: approx. 14 miles
DL13 1AR
High Force Waterfall
Distance: approx. 16 miles
DL12 0XH
Hamsterley Forest
Distance: approx. 5 miles
DL13 3NL
Tunstall Reservoir Walk
Distance: approx. 2 miles
DL13 3JF
Weardale Way (Wolsingham section)
Distance: approx. 1 mile
DL13 3AA
Wolsingham Market Town
Distance: approx. 1 mile
DL13 3AA
Stanhope Town Centre
Distance: approx. 6 miles
DL13 2UF
Bishop Auckland Town Centre
Distance: approx. 10 miles
DL14 7AH
Bishop Auckland (taxi & bus links)
Distance: approx. 10 miles
DL14 7AH
Durham City Centre
Distance: approx. 20 miles
DH1 3NJ
Newcastle City Centre
Distance: approx. 30 miles
NE1 5DL

Is The Farmhouse Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Kids will love the heated indoor pool (9m x 5m) open daily 9am - 9pm. The 60-acre grounds have woodland walks and a fenced lake. A travel cot and highchair are available on request. The games room has a full-size snooker table. Note the steps in the grounds and lake supervision is essential.
For Couples
The Farmhouse is best suited to large groups rather than couples. That said two people could use it as a base for exploring the Durham Dales. The private hot tub, sauna and views across 60 acres of unspoilt grounds do offer a genuinely peaceful setting for a couple wanting space and quiet.
Pet Friendly
Up to 2 pets are welcome at The Farmhouse a pet charge applies. The 60-acre grounds give dogs serious space to run. Public footpaths and cycle paths lead directly from the estate into woodland and open countryside. Note the fenced lake and steps in the grounds when walking dogs on site.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Farmhouse

The Black Bull Inn Wolsingham

Located approx. 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 3AA

The Grey Bull Wolsingham

Located approx. 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 3EJ

The Pack Horse Inn Stanhope

Located approx. 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 2UF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Farmhouse

Does The Farmhouse have a hot tub?
Yes The Farmhouse has its own private hot tub in the garden. There is also a shared hot tub available on site within the Bowlees Holiday Cottages estate.
Is The Farmhouse pet friendly?
Yes up to 2 pets are welcome at The Farmhouse. A pet charge applies so check the booking details before you confirm.
How many guests can The Farmhouse sleep?
The Farmhouse sleeps up to 16 guests across 6 bedrooms. There are 5 bathrooms in total so the space is well suited to large groups and families.
Is there parking at The Farmhouse?
Yes there is on-site private parking for 4 cars. No need to worry about street parking or leaving vehicles off site.
What shared facilities are available on the estate?
The estate has a heated indoor swimming pool (9m x 5m, 1m - 2m depth) a sauna and a games room with a full-size snooker table. All facilities are open between 9am and 9pm.
Is there Wi-Fi at The Farmhouse?
Wi-Fi is available at The Farmhouse. There is a charge of £5 per 2GB so it is worth factoring that in if you plan to use it heavily during your stay.
Are there any hazards to be aware of at The Farmhouse?
The grounds include steps and a fenced lake so take care with young children and anyone with limited mobility. Bedroom 1 on the ground floor is also accessed via 4 steps.
Can The Farmhouse be booked alongside other properties on the estate?
Yes The Farmhouse can be booked together with Raby Cottage, Durham Cottage and Heartwell Cottage. Combined the properties can accommodate up to 43 guests making it ideal for very large group gatherings.

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Unit 12, Aykley Heads Business Centre, Durham, DH1 5TS