[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802 Cottage in Richmond with kitchen and washer and dryer ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59839100/59839076/15491fac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Oven, dishwasher, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59839100/59839076/a696b612.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59839100/59839076/b8d4d289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59839100/59839076/86f41bbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59839100/59839076/10521f77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the picturesque village of Barningham, Reading Room Cottages offer a luxurious stay with particular attention to comfort. Unwind in the traditional-style cottage with biomass central heating and Wi-Fi included, or explore the nearby Yorkshire Dales for walking and birdwatching opportunities. Enjoy delicious locally sourced food at the great local pub next door or prepare meals in your fully-equipped kitchen. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## 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. ### 3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802 The cottage is fully equipped for a self-contained, luxurious stay with particular attention to comfort. A perfect base for up to 4 people.. 1 step to entrance. 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: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, 32" Smart TV 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 - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Oven ### 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 80 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=36172593&PinnedHotelID=36172593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21982500/21982406/3d5415c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Willow Cottage Style Lodge in Yorkshire Dales, sleeps up to 4, family & pet friendly Richmond 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=21982406&PinnedHotelID=21982406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93070000/93060200/93060199/b1192d66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful stone cottage 5 miles from Richmond and the Yorkshire Dales w/ free Wifi, multi-fuel stove Richmond - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $789 CA $789 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=93060199&PinnedHotelID=93060199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21988100/21988026/b37c58ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Honeysuckle Single Storey Log Cabin, sleeps up to 4 Richmond - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=21988026&PinnedHotelID=21988026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104850000/104844300/104844257/c449faff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. 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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 Cottage 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Barningham Near Barnard Castle su-UK31802-UK31802 ## About the area Located in Richmond, this cottage is in a rural area. Egglestone Abbey and Bowes Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Garage Spa and Richmond (Yorks) Golf Club. Millgate House Garden and Eggleston Hall are also worth visiting. [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 - ‪The Cricketers Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪Cross Lanes Organic Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Brownlow Arms - ‬12 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802 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. 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