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A wooden cabin with a glass door, a small table with chairs, and a potted plant.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden dresser, and a skylight.
A stone building with a sign reading "THE HAYLOFT."
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black range hood, a microwave, a kettle, and a sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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County Durham, ENG
  • Place, Gainford Arts Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Raby Castle
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Mezzanine style bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Darlington

Located in Darlington, this cottage is in a rural area. Blackwell Grange Golf Club and Heritage Park Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gainford Arts Centre and Walworth Castle Birds of Prey. Travelling with kids? Consider Darlington Railway Centre and Museum, or check out an event or a game at The Darlington Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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County Durham, ENG

What's nearby

  • Gainford Arts Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Raby Castle - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Rockliffe Hotel Spa - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 28 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Durham University - 37 min drive - 40.8 km

Getting around

  • Heighington Station - 15 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mainsgill Farm Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Baydale Beck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Traveller's Rest - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪White Heifer That Travelled - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Pot - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views on 31 Oct 2026 start from £322, 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 Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hayloft- dog friendly romantic retreat- log burner and lovely rural views located?

This family-friendly Darlington cottage is located in a rural location, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gainford Arts Centre, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Walworth Castle Birds of Prey and Darlington Railway Centre and Museum. Teesdale Leisure Centre and Sweet Greetings are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brilliant Holiday Stay

We had a most enjoyable stay at the Hayloft, everything in the cottage was perfect in cleanliness and comfort, and our Hosts were very nice people very easy to talk to and very helpful. All in all we had a wonderful holiday, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review of The Hayloft. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and would love to welcome you back again in the future. Many thanks, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short break

We stayed as a couple (with a dog) and couldn't have asked for a nicer house or a friendlier welcome. We loved the log burner and the walk along the Tees river to the cafe at Pierce bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your lovely review and for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. We hope to see you again in the future. Many thanks, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home from home

A beautifully presented property, with thoughtful touches from the owner and fully equipped for every eventuality.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Laura
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luxurious

A lovely converted barn - ideal for a peaceful getaway with everything needed for a luxury break.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you very much for your kind review David. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again in the future. Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage!

We stayed for the entire month of July and enjoyed it immensely. Hayloft was very well fired out and extremely comfortable. Very convenient to get down to the Yorkshire Dales & Moors ( Richmond, Thirsk, Leyburn, Ripon, etc.) or up to Bamburg Castle, Alnwick Castle, Lindisfarne/Holy Island, etc. We definitely recommend it!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to meet you both and have you to stay in our cottage. We are really pleased you enjoyed your time with us. Laura
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely be back to stay again

The Hayloft was such a lovely place to stay. It was cosy with everything you needed. The log burner made it extra cosy. The welcoming gifts were a lovely surprise. Laura and her family couldn't have been more helpful. We really didn't want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Laura
Archival

8/10 Good

Delightful countryside escape

My fiance had a very peaceful and relaxing time here. Located on a working farm it was very quiet and peaceful, yet we had Hens and cats and a very friendly Dog passing by our front window, with a wonderful bedroom window view of the fields. The split level room is ideal for a romantic getaway, with a well equipped kitchen for self catering, and a luxury bedroom upstairs. The nearby towns of Darlington and Barnard Castle were close enough for small excursions, and we enjoyed meeting Sue and her husband Michael who are the perfect hosts. Wi Fi internet was fast enough for doing emails and using social sites. The cold weather made no difference to our stay, as the place was always warm and very cosy. ps. The scones were delicious - and a welcome treat, with a very nice red wine too. We would definitely return !
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you both again in the future. Many thanks for your review, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Sehr angenehme Gastgeber. Ruhige Lage. genau richtig zur Erholung.

Sehr angenehm. Wenn man Kontakt zu den Gastgebern haben möchte (auch wegen der Tiere) ist das möglich. Wer seine Ruhe haben möchte, findet diese auch.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property with highest quality interior.

We had a lovely short break, really surprised how nice the accomodation was, everything we wanted was supplied, decor and furniture lovely, view from the rooms fantastic. Super warm with the log burner and the most enormous bed we've slept in. Great to walk the dogs in the nearby field, looking forward to returning next year. Ten out of ten.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2023
Many thanks for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon. Laura
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A comfortable and relaxing place to stay

We wanted a place to get away from it all and the Hayloft provides that. Glass of wine sitting on the small secluded patio under a wonderful old walnut tree....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and it was lovely to meet you both. Many thanks, Laura
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing and picturesque break

The property was lovely in every way, clean, cozy and warm. I would highly recommend a stay in this peaceful cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. I am really pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again in the future. Thank you for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent holiday retreat

Excellent holiday retreat from the hamper on arrival, informative leaflets on the local area to the farm animals that our dog loved to play around with. Very quiet but close to local amenities great for a qetaway.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay in The Hayloft and hope to see you again in the future. Many thanks, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home.

Stayed in Hayloft cottage which is warm, comfortable and very well appointed. Super comfortable bed! First visit to this part of the country and made to fell very welcome. Hope we can stay longer next time!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stayed with us and hope to see you back again soon. Many thanks, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

We found the property to be of very good quality. It was comfortable and well equipped.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you very much for your review. We hope to see you again in the future. Many thanks, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing!

Every aspect of our stay was perfect. Sue was there to welcome us and show us around. The Hay Loft is a wonderful retreat, beautiful location, comfortable and well designed living space and the best sleep we had in weeks! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay in The Hayloft and would love to see you again in the future. Many thanks, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property in a great location

The Hayloft is a fantastic barn conversion with great attention to detail. Great location for Durham , Teesdale and Yorkshire Dales. Only had 3 nights here but will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your kind review Deborah. I am really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again in the future. Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Holiday Home

This is a beautiful and well equipped holiday home, the owners were lovely and the home made jam and scones were a right treat. You are perfectly placed for many days out, there are lots of things to see and do near by. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Many thanks for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us for your birthday and hope to see you both again in the future, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely, comfortable, well equiped, peaceful

The 'Hayloft' was just superb, clean, well equipped (esp kitchen), looked after and nicely decorated. Can't fault the place or the friendly owner. If you want a peaceful, pretty place to stay, this is just the ticket.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you very much for your kind review. I am pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again in the future. Sue
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