The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm

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An outdoor dining area with a glass-top table, copper wine glasses, and a fire feature.
A hotel room with a large bed, a round mirror, a nightstand with a lamp, and two towels with the word "slippers" on them.
A star trail photograph with a house and a tree in the foreground.
A modern living room with two sofas, a dining table, and a fireplace.
A living room with a TV, fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bishop Auckland, Durham
  • Place, Hamsterley Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Raby Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Barnard Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 01

1 King Bed

Bedroom 02

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland is home to this cottage. Bowes Museum and Mining Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heritage Park Stadium and Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex. Teesdale Leisure Centre and Eggleston Hall are also worth visiting.
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Bishop Auckland, Durham

What's nearby

  • Hamsterley Forest - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Raby Castle - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Bowes Museum - 16 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Barnard Castle - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Eggleston Hall - 18 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Bishop Auckland Station - 19 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cross Keys - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Eden Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪raby castle tearooms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red Well Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Miners Munchies Chippy - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm?

As of 31 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm on 2 Nov 2026 start from £240, 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 The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hideaway @ Watergate Eye Farm located?

Situated in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Raby Castle, Teesdale Leisure Centre and Witton Castle. Barnard Castle and Bowes Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Loved the hideaway!

Very cosy, had everything we needed. Hot tub is a great size
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A nice relaxing break

Location, peacefulness and facilities
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Beutiful house with gorgeous scenery

The hot tub , 10/10 beds super comfy, Beutiful house
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Out standing

We had a beautiful relaxing break great location cottage exceptional high standard .Will definitely be coming back. Hot Tub amazing
From a partner site

8/10 Good

beautiful cottage in countryside

lovely 2 bed cottage with hot tub, very nice in general a few issues over the two nights
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Catch up with good friends

Every year 4 friends of over 40years catch up. We decided we wanted to be near Barnard Castle. The cottage was surrounded by lovely countryside and locals were very friendly. The cottage was basic and clean and suited our requirements and we had a lovely weekend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Countryside retreat!

Gorgeous warm and cosy cottage in stunning countryside! Immaculately clean and nice touches with robes, pillows and fluffy towels. Friendly cows to say hello!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place, with some minor issues

Initially we were really excited the views the property made for the perfect weekend getaway for our 4th anniversary. On arriving I'd peered into the twin single room which was well prepared with towels however I'd noticed quite a lot of flies on the bed and buzzing on the window,. I did think well it's the countryside. The cottage was amazing and for the most part perfect. So the little issues over the stay no hoover, mop or brush as we also brought our dog these would of been helpful to keep the place tidy and if we had stayed longer this may had been a problem. The hot tub was wow honestly this was incredible. We couldn't get the Firepit to stay lit which killed the mood as we sat in the evening. The worst issue was the last night after cooking food I'd cleared up and went to put rubbish in the bin out side only to be what I can describe as an explosion of maggots everywhere on the bins floor and walls. We flushed as many away as possible with the sink bowl but couldn't find any bleach or detergent. This looks like previous visitors had waste McDonalds or even just general waste but it wasn't a pleasant experience at that point. Which might explain the large amount flies. It's such a shame as take all that away this was for me an amazing place in all fairness just small put offs that marred the stay. Hopefully if we try again in the future we can communicate our concerns beforehand.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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