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BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel

Cottage in Bishop Auckland with kitchen and fireplace

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399.3 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bishop Auckland, Yorkshire Dales
  • Place, Weardale Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Eden Valley
  • Place, North Pennines
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel

This superb cottage rests in Durham and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.

Briar Barn is a wonderful cottage resting in Ireshopeburn near St John's Chapel. There are three double bedrooms within the property, one on the ground floor and another with its own en-suite shower room, sleeping a total of six guests. Each bedroom has a TV with Freeview. There is a 42 Inch Smart TV in the living room which includes free Disney and Netflix. WiFi available. The property is also home to a ground-floor bathroom, a kitchen/diner and the living room has a woodburning stove. Outside is a lawned area and ample off-road parking. Briar Barn is the ultimate abode for your getaway to Durham.

Amenities: Oil fired central heating and woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine. 42 Inch Smart TV in the living room which includes free Disney and Netflix. WiFi available. Each bedroom also has TV with Freeview. Travel cot available. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen, dressing gowns and towels inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking. Lawned garden. Hot Tub. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub within 1.4 miles. Please note; Hot tub will be available for use from 1st June 2020

Region: Rich with fascinating historical sights and rolling countryside, experience Durham's breath-taking views from its position atop a craggy hill. From the iconic Romanesque Cathedral and 11th century Durham Castle nestled in the centre of town, to its sleepy

Town: St John's Chapel can be found sat within Weardale in County Durham. Positioned within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it offers a scenic experience like no other, with ample opportunities for walking, cycling and birdwatching. Within the village you can find a Post Office, pubs, shop and eateries, as well as nearby Stanhope hosting a wide selection of amenities to cater to your holiday requirements. In easy reach of the city of Durham too, St John's Chapel is the perfect base.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland is home to this cottage. North Pennines and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Armstrong Hydraulic Engine and Weardale Railway. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Bishop Auckland, Yorkshire Dales

What's nearby

  • Weardale Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Pennines - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • High Force - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Hamsterley Forest - 35 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Haydon Bridge Station - 27 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miners Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Bell Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hemmel Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hare And Hounds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatterbox Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel?

As of 7 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel on 12 Nov, 2025 start from S$1,064.8, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BRIAR BARN, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in St John's Chapel located?

Situated in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Weardale Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Killhope Lead Mining Museum and North Pennines. Allenheads Heritage Centre and Armstrong Hydraulic Engine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor truckle bed, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC and 1 x double. Ground-floor bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room with woodburning stove

What makes this property unique

Oil fired central heating and woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine. 42 Inch Smart TV in the living room which includes free Disney and Netflix. WiFi available. Each bedroom also has TV with Freeview. Travel cot available. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen, dressing gowns and towels inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking. Lawned garden. Hot Tub. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub within 1.4 miles. Please note; Hot tub will be available for use from 1st June 2020

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