Title: 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/336394ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/d8d7f213.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/6c83163e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/f6085aff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/8c36b5b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - 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. ### 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 Situated in the picturesque village of Barningham, the cottage is conveniently located and is a perfect for a base for enjoying the Yorkshire Dales.. Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Smart TV Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" Smart TV Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Grounds (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 1 car; additional private car park, free of charge. No smoking.. Reading Room Cottages are lovingly furnished, traditional style cottages set on the historic Barningham Estate. Situated in the picturesque village of Barningham, the cottages are conveniently located next to a great local pub, where guests can enjoy delicious locally sourced food and drink to both eat in and take away. The cottages have been decorated in keeping with their surroundings, using a mixture of antique and contemporary furniture, giving it a traditional and natural aesthetic. The cottages gets their names from their traditional function as a place where the inhabitants of the village could come and read the daily newspaper that had been delivered to Barningham Park – the home occupied by the Milbank family since 1690. Barningham village is a picturesque village situated between Richmond and Barnard Castle. It was named Durham Rural Community Council’s ‘Best Small Village’ in 2010 and is a tranquil conservation village, with a large village green, a church, a village bakery, shop and an active village hall. The Reading Room Cottages are ideally situated for guests wishing to explore the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. There is a wide range of activities to pursue in the area including walking, cycling, fell running, birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Fishing and shooting are available by private request with the owners- seasonal walked up and driven shooting and stalking for individuals or groups can be arranged. History lovers can enjoy the rich Bronze Age heritage that can be found at remote sites on Barningham Moor, including Chieftan burial mounds and the Cup and Ring Stones. Visit historic market towns including nearby Barnard Castle, offering many independent shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as a large supermarket. Other attractions in Barnard Castle include the Bowes Museum, Witham Arts and Cultural Centre, Rokeby Hall and The Chocolate Fair. Historic Richmond is 12 miles away and is where you will find Richmond Castle and a large cobbled market square surrounded by shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants. Other attractions include Auckland Castle, Raby Castle, High Force Waterfall, The Forbidden Corner at Leyburn, Duncombe Park, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Gardens, which can all be reached in under an hour. For special occasions, spa treatments are available at Middleton Lodge, 11 miles away, or the Morritt Hotel and Spa, 2½ miles. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 25 yards. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36172600/36172593/c9732e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bothy-Detached cottage,1 mile from Barnard Castle, Pet Friendly, EV Charger Barnard Castle - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 77 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=36172593&PinnedHotelID=36172593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64910000/64902200/64902121/8899c4f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A quirky restoration, sleeps 4 people & a dog WiFi, numerous walks from the door & a pub nearby! 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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 2 bedroom accommodation in Barningham near Barnard Castle su-UK31801-UK31801 ## About the area Located in Richmond, this cottage is in a rural area. Millgate House Garden and Eggleston Hall are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Richmond Market Place and The Station. [Visit our Richmond travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Richmond.dx5666) [View more Cottages in Richmond](https://www.expedia.ca/Richmond-Cottages.d5666-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%7C54.48854%2C-1.87044&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=68r_Oa2lQLdcF3ojded9mFNWsv0=) Barningham, near Barnard Castle ### What's nearby - The Garage Spa - 5 min drive - 4.3 km - Bowes Museum - 9 min drive - 9.7 km - Barnard Castle - 11 min drive - 11.9 km - Richmond Market Place - 16 min drive - 18.5 km - Raby Castle - 20 min drive - 22.2 km ### Getting around - Darlington Station - 23 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 39 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mainsgill Farm Shop - ‬9 min drive - ‪Cross Lanes Organic Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Cricketers Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪Red Well Inn - ‬11 min drive - ‪Three Horse Shoes - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from The Garage Spa and within 6 mi (10 km) of Egglestone Abbey and Bowes Museum. Barnard Castle and Swaledale Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 Reviews 10 ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Light Sep 11, 2025 #### We had a very pleasant stay. We had a very pleasant stay. Nice clean cosy cottage. ##### Andrew Light ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Calgary-Calgary-Hotels.0-n6057872-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Del-Yuma-Hotels-Hilton-La-Romana.h662588.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels.d178245.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Grand-Sunset-Princess-All-Suites-Resort.h49260249.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels.d180002.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Porter Airlines Toronto (YTZ) to Montreal (YUL) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/porter-airlines-from-billy-bishop-toronto-city-to-pierre-elliott-trudeau-intl/pd/ytz/yul) > > [Air Canada Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-vancouver-intl-to-pearson-intl/ac/yvr/yyz) > > [Flights from Stanfield Intl. to YTO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yto/halifax-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyc/vancouver-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/lhr/regina-to-london) ### Packages > [Scotiabank Saddledome](https://www.expedia.ca/Scotiabank-Saddledome-Southwest-Calgary.d6072173.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [San José del Cabo Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Del-Cabo.d8650.Destination-Travel-Guides)