Sleeps up to 5 . A charming, cosy traditional 2 Bedroom cottage dating back to 1870 in the small hamlet of Fir Tree, Crook. Although almost 200 years old, it has been mostly modernised inside to give modern conveniences along with retaining charm and character. 2 pub/restaurants in the hamlet serving excellent food. Although situated on the A68, the main road to Edinburgh, the cottage itself is a haven of tranquility with double glazing throughout. I live 3 miles away but am always on hand if needed. Please note, that I have WiFi in the cottage. Due to it being semi rural, it MAY drop signal strength from time to time. Never happened yet in over 2 years but it is a possibility.

Hi there. My name is Cathy and I have hosted many guests from both near and far already in my cottage, and love doing so. I also own my own personalised travel company so I am well used to meeting people and ensuring they have a great time. I speak fluent French and conversational German, which has come in handy on several occasions! I only live 3 miles away, so am always on hand to help if you need me. There are 2 pubs/restaurants within walking distance of the cottage, 'The Fir Tree Hotel' and 'The Duke of York', both serving excellent food. There is also a petrol station around the corner with a small shop attached, as well as Tow Law 3 miles further with a larger supermarket. The A68 Cafe serves breakfast and meals daily and is located 3.8 miles away on the A68. Being on the A68, Number 7 is in an enviable location for easy access to Weardale, Scotland, Durham, Newcastle, Hamsterley Forest, the Northumberland Coast and so many other places. I have lived abroad for many years in my time, but you cannot beat this beautiful region in the North East of England.

Bishop Auckland Market Town Auckland Castle Raby Castle Barnard Castle National Railway Museum Shildon Weardale Steam Train Express Bishop Auckland Golf Club Hamsterley Forest The Gruffalo Trail Diggerland Kynren Kielder Forest Durham University Newcastle University Restaurants and markets * The Duke of York Inn Restaurant 0.1 miles The Fir Tree Country Hotel Restaurant 0.1 miles Lidl - New Road, Crook, DL15 8ND Supermarket 3.2 miles Aldi - Elliot Street, Crook, DL15 8QQ Supermarket 3.2 miles The A68 Cafe Cafe/bar 3.8 miles Closest airports * Durham Tees Valley Airport 19.6 miles Newcastle International Airport 23.2 miles Leeds Bradford International Airport 58 miles Most popular landmarks * Beamish Museum 13.2 miles Lumley Castle 13.8 miles MetroCentre 18 miles Utilita Arena 19 miles Newcastle Train Station 19.4 miles Darlington Railway Station Sage Gateshead Scottish Border - 85 miles