Title: A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=82716030&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. Family-friendly cottage in Bishop Auckland with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. ![Living area - A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. (Stanhope)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82720000/82716100/82716030/9ae3661b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. (Stanhope)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82720000/82716100/82716030/46aa3ab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. (Stanhope)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82720000/82716100/82716030/ebe78f10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. (Stanhope)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82720000/82716100/82716030/339f1eba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. (Stanhope)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82720000/82716100/82716030/2520cdba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Stables, a modern retreat in the Durham Dales. Savor time together with family and friends in the spacious open plan living space or enjoy al fresco dining amidst grand views over rolling countryside. Discover flexible sleeping arrangements, an inviting hot tub for 4, children’s play area and outdoor spaces perfect for picnics or relaxation. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion!. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Electric Woodburner Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Smart TV, 4 Steps To Ensuite Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Single (3ft) Bed, Smart TV Bedroom 3: Bunk (Double On Bottom, Single Above) Beds Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Separate Toilet.. Air source heat pump and underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, hot tub towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed grounds with patio, courtyard, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Children’s play area. Hot tub for 4 (private, £10 per day- please contact the owner). Bike store. MER electric car charging point (please send MER number, email address and car reg to owners 1 week prior to arrival). Private parking for 6 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking or e-cigarettes. Please note: There are steps in the grounds. This property has a natural water supply from a spring. There is a raised fountain within grounds 10 yards away.. The Stables is a stunning property and sits in an elevated position with grand views over rolling countryside, just outside the popular village of Stanhope in the Durham Dales. Within the extensive grounds, there is a variety of seating areas, picnic tables and loungers - something here for everyone. Completed in July 2022, The Stables has been finished to an exceptional standard. Care has been taken to allow for accessible entry for less mobile guests, or wheelchair users. The spacious open-plan living space has huge floor-to-ceiling windows bringing the outside in, the leather corner sofas are positioned to take full advantage of this. A suspended egg chair is bound to be a firm favourite, while a wall-mounted Smart TV provides entertainment. There is a large well-equipped kitchen/dining room, boot room, a utility room and a separate toilet. The bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements for £20 per bed split on request. Outside, enjoy a dip in the hot tub at an extra charge of £10 per night booking. This is in a smaller courtyard garden, a great way to relax after a busy day. Amble down to the fountain to find a quiet spot to read a book or enjoy an al fresco supper. As night draws in, take a warm throw to wrap up and sit and experience the amazing starry skies above. The children will love the activity play area. To cater for your stay, grocery deliveries from the major supermarkets are available. The village centre is approximately one mile away with an excellent variety of local amenities, where you will find pubs, tea shops, cafés, butchers, bakers, and takeaways. Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Stanhope is often referred to as ’The Gateway to the Dales’. There are many established walks, cycle paths, and routes running directly from the town and out toward some of the traditional villages. Also ideal for children is the Weardale Railway which stops in Stanhope, and covers an 18-mile heritage line that chugs through parts of County Durham and has different events all year round. Other attractions include a visit to Raby Castle, or Barnard Castle with its lovely riverside walks and the famous Bowes Museum. Two horses, dogs and cats live on the property. Free WiFi Cats are not allowed at the property. One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking). There is open water in the property grounds. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times. Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88830000/88820500/88820498/9ea0e944.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-UK39497-UK39497 ## About the area Located in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is in a rural area. Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Weardale Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and North Pennines. Traveling with kids? Consider Weardale Railway and Armstrong Hydraulic Engine. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. [Visit our Bishop Auckland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishop-Auckland.dx602738) [View more Cottages in Bishop Auckland](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishop-Auckland-Cottages.d602738-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.75114%2C-2.03373&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2BgCjcjp4Mc3FJMIJiH1vyEc1cA=) Stanhope ### What's nearby - ![A woman crossing a stile on the Pennine Way, English Countryside walk.UK; Shutterstock ID 275558420; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655548/cf8dcb66-4453-42e4-8081-0dd828736be5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Pennines 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![St. James\' Park showing a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079501/36056334-aa49-409f-8a12-c29b751a0c8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) St. James' Park 51 min drive \- 53.7 km - North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 3 min drive \- 2.7 km - Weardale Railway 4 min drive \- 3.0 km - Killhope Lead Mining Museum 4 min drive \- 3.0 km ### Getting around - Bishop Auckland Station 28 min drive - Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) 63 min drive ### Restaurants - The Black Bull 11 min drive - The Blue Bell Inn 9 min drive - Number 10 11 min drive - Hare And Hounds 7 min drive - Durham Dales Centre 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion.? ### What time is check-out at A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion.? ### Where is A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A fabulous place to come and make memories whatever the occasion. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Finlay May 7, 2025 #### We had a beautiful stay here with our grandchildren and foster children. We had a beautiful stay here with our grandchildren and foster children. It was a perfect place to give us all freedom and real peace. Thank You from the Finlay Clan. ##### Stephen Finlay This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Dewar Sep 4, 2025 #### Excellent cottage in a great location with lovely views across the dales. Excellent cottage in a great location with lovely views across the dales. Had everything we needed to have a fantastic weekend break. Fixtures and fittings are to a high standard, with quality products provided throughout. Hot tub in the courtyard was great. Ideal place for dogs both in the cottage and the fenced paddock. Communications with host very good. Would love to return in the future. ##### Richard Dewar ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Grassington Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Skipton-Hotels-Grassington-Lodge.h76266496.Hotel-Information) > > [The Coach House](https://www.expedia.ca/Settle-Hotels-The-Coach-House.h26995237.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [The Red Lion at Hellidon](https://www.expedia.ca/Daventry-Hotels-The-Red-Lion-At-Hellidon.h37289678.Hotel-Information) > > [Cliveden House - an Iconic Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Maidenhead-Hotels-Cliveden.h518646.Hotel-Information) > > [The Feathered Nest Country Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-The-Feathered-Nest.h44085381.Hotel-Information) > > [Cowley Manor Experimental](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-Cowley-Manor.h1662540.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hunting Tower - Two Bedroom Castle, Sleeps 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Hunting-Tower-A-Unique-Property-Overlooking-Chatsworth-House.h41486098.Hotel-Information) > > [Trendrennen Farm B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Penzance-Hotels-Trendrennen-Farm-Bed-And-Breakfast.h35251746.Hotel-Information) > > [The Chequers at Burcot](https://www.expedia.ca/Abingdon-Hotels-The-Chequers-At-Burcot.h38835529.Hotel-Information) > > [Saul Farm](https://www.expedia.ca/Gloucester-Hotels-Saul-Farm.h16509323.Hotel-Information) > > [Beautiful Cottage Near Bath](https://www.expedia.ca/Bath-Hotels-Beautiful-Cottage-Near-Bath.h107582351.Hotel-Information) > > [Rose Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Skipton-Hotels-Rose-Cottage.h31001473.Hotel-Information) > > [Brownhill House](https://www.expedia.ca/Shrewsbury-Hotels-Brownhill-House.h2694944.Hotel-Information) > > [Host & Stay | Number Four, PigLets](https://www.expedia.ca/Kings-Lynn-Hotels-Host-Stay-Number-Four.h111389998.Hotel-Information) > > [Cosy cottage located on the Isle of Purbeck ](https://www.expedia.ca/Wareham-Hotels-Luxury-Cottage-Located-On-The-Isle-Of-Purbeck.h18797221.Hotel-Information) > > [Slyne Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lancaster-Hotels-The-Lodge-At-Lancaster.h99890368.Hotel-Information) > > [Red Lion Coaching Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Gainsborough-Hotels-Red-Lion-Coaching-Inn.h91944827.Hotel-Information) > > [5 bedroom accommodation in Pentney, King’s Lynn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kings-Lynn-Hotels-5-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Pentney.h92310860.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sails a beautifully presented chalet bungalow with](https://www.expedia.ca/Chichester-Hotels-The-Sails-A-Beautifully-Presented-Chalet-Bungalow-With.h95118395.Hotel-Information) > > [Spring Gardens B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Wadebridge-Hotels-Spring-Gardens-BB.h36049763.Hotel-Information) > > [Stonehenge Courtyard](https://www.expedia.ca/Stonehenge-Courtyard.h97558122.Hotel-Information) > > [Kings Court Hotel, BW Signature Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Alcester-Hotels-Kings-Court-Hotel.h1223389.Hotel-Information) > > [The Great Hallingbury Manor](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishops-Stortford-Hotels-The-Great-Hallingbury-Manor.h2123886.Hotel-Information) > > [Greenhill Farm Barn B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Banbury-Hotels-Greenhill-Farm-Barn-BB.h30105240.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Norwich-Hotels-Lakeside-Lodge.h31001547.Hotel-Information) > > [The Green Man Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishops-Stortford-Hotels-The-Green-Man-Boutique-Hotel.h9247769.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hawkley Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Liss-Hotels-The-Hawkley-Inn.h4383820.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cross at Croscombe](https://www.expedia.ca/Wells-Hotels-The-Cross-At-Croscombe.h35380551.Hotel-Information)