A great place to get together with friends or family and enjoy the wonderful hot tub.. 2 steps to entrance, Ramp access.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Dining room.
Kitchen: Woodburner, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Lawned garden with terrace and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps to access the property.. Situated in the quiet village of Newfield, just 8 miles from the city of Durham, Stonebank Cottage offers comfortable homely accommodation and is the ideal base for small families and friends wanting to really explore the local area. The spacious living room with a large Smart TV and relaxing sofa is most welcoming after a day exploring the local area. There is a separate kitchen and dining room with a wood burner. Upstairs is a bathroom and three bedrooms, comprising a kingsize master bedroom and two twin bedrooms (one has a pull-out single bed). All bedrooms have a TV. There is a children’s play park just opposite, and a pub within walking distance. To the rear there is an enclosed yard, ideal for those bringing their furry friend. Across the back lane is a large raised lawned-garden with seating, and a double garage conversion which is a great social space with the addition of a luxury six-seater hot tub with mood lighting and chill out chairs, comfortable seating and home bar area.
The stunning local landscapes and heritage offer an interesting variety of days out. Steeped in history, nearby Bishop Auckland, 3½ miles, offers a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as historical attractions including Auckland castle and the now famous Kynren Spectacular, showcased July-September annually and bookable in advance. The performance of Kynren charts over 2000 years of British history, myth and legend. Local attractions include Durham’s castle, cathedral and the city walls. The River Wear runs through the city and guests can enjoy a romantic boat trip or a glass of champagne by the riverside. Filled with quality restaurants, bistros, cafés and bars, the city is thriving at night and there is often street entertainment to enjoy including the Lumiere Festival, jazz festival, book week, arts week and many more. For those who love shopping, there is the famous Metro-Centre, which is situated in Gateshead near Newcastle upon Tyne, approximately an hour away. Many National Trust and heritage sites are within easy reach including Barnard Castle, Raby Castle, Bowes Museum, Beamish and High Force Waterfall. Being conveniently close to the main road network of the A1 and A68, it’s easy to explore a variety of places including the North Yorkshire Dales, city of York, County Durham and Durham Heritage Coast.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland is home to this cottage. Spectrum Leisure Centre and Spennymoor Leisure Centre are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Newgate Shopping Centre and Durham Indoor Market. Meadowfield Leisure Centre and Crook Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Whitworth Hall Country Park - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Spennymoor Leisure Centre - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Auckland Castle - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Bishop Auckland Station - 16 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Knead A Slice - 10 min drive
Spice Lounge - 10 min drive
El Castillo - 9 min drive
The Stanley Jefferson (Wetherspoon) - 9 min drive
The Bay Horse - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Stonebank Cottage - UK35686 pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stonebank Cottage - UK35686?
As of 25 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stonebank Cottage - UK35686 on 28 Aug, 2026 start from S$282, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Stonebank Cottage - UK35686?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stonebank Cottage - UK35686?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stonebank Cottage - UK35686?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Stonebank Cottage - UK35686 located?
Situated in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Binchester Roman Fort, Spectrum Leisure Centre and Whitworth Hall Country Park. Mining Art Gallery and No.42 are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Absolutely love the Cottege everything about it very clean lovely presents left for us would definit
Absolutely love the Cottege everything about it very clean lovely presents left for us would definitely recommend it to anybody.going to book again for next year x
Julie Jones
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10/10 Excellent
Sue Holder
5 Jan, 2026
We have recently just got back from a week's stay in this adorable cottage.
We have recently just got back from a week's stay in this adorable cottage. At 1st we were a little wary of the stairs as they are steeper than your standard ones but this is most certainly no reason to be put off. Everything else most certainly made up for it. John and Nicola went above and beyond to make sure that our stay was everything we could dream of. Little extras on arrival. And an amazing hot tub. We have come home relaxed and already booking again for next year. A real little gem and amazing value. Thank you x
Sue Holder
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