Set in the North Pennines AONB, with far-reaching views across the hills, this spacious stone-built retreat is the perfect place to unwind in an outstanding setting. Located on a working farm in the picturesque valley hamlet of Rookhope, Weardale, it offers plenty of private space for multigenerational families or groups of friends to truly relax. The nearby market town of Stanhope (4 miles) is great for independent shopping, riverside walks and an open-air swimming pool. From here, you can also hop aboard the Weardale Railway for a scenic journey to Bishop Auckland (19 miles). This part of County Durham is known for its spectacular waterfalls, including the mighty High Force (16 miles), which you can reach via two scenic routes, one of which includes a lovely woodland trail.

Inside, the property is light, bright and tastefully furnished throughout. The lounge is a calming space to return to after a day of sightseeing, with a sofa to unwind on in front of the Smart TV. The property’s social heart is the contemporary kitchen/diner, where the cooks in your group can prepare a feast on the eight-burner hob for everyone to enjoy around the large dining table. The ground floor also features a fully accessible bedroom with Superking bed, which can be made up into twin beds on request. The room includes a wet room, a Smart TV and direct access to the patio in front of the property. Upstairs, you’ll find three more bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities and Smart TVs. The first super-king-size bedroom comes with a bath and separate shower, as well as a table and chairs for relaxed in-room breakfasts. If you have young children with you, they can sleep in the handy pull-out beds. Two other super-king-size bedrooms complete this floor, both can be made up as a twins if preferred, and one has a small table and chairs for your early morning coffee. Both come with chic en-suite shower rooms.

The outside space is just as impressive as the inside, with lots of fun features to keep everyone entertained. Opposite the property is an indoor games room with a pool table, dartboard, TV, bluetooth speaker and wood burner. Patio doors open onto a balcony, which connects you to the rest of the facilities. The woodfired Finnish hot tub sits within its own space, complete with seating, soft lighting and a wide door that opens onto the patio. Here you’ll find a barrel-style sauna, a large outdoor dining table and a gas-fired BBQ, creating a brilliant space for relaxed al fresco get-togethers. Parking is available for four or more cars.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size and 3 super-king-size zip -n-link which can be made up as a twin on request

- 4 en-suite bathrooms – 1 bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC, 2 shower rooms with WC, 1 accessible shower/wet room with WC on ground floor

- Gas range-style hob and double oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, DeLonghi coffee machine, Thermomix

- R=Travel cot & highchair available

- Smart TVs in the lounge, kitchen and all bedrooms

- Garden (not fully enclosed) with garden furniture, and a gas BBQ

- Woodfired Finnish hot tub (warm on arrival and bathrobes provided)

- Wood-fired barrel sauna with logs provided for when in use/required

- Games room with pool table, dartboard, TV, bluetooth speaker and wood burner (logs provided)

- Private parking for 4+ cars

- Shops, 3.7 miles, pub restaurant 3 miles

- Please note, dogs must be kept on a lead outside, as the property is located on a working farm with lots of birds and wildlife around

- Sleeps 8+2 (2 single pull-out beds for 2 additional child guests)


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size and 3 super-king-size zip -n-link which can be made up as a twin on request

- 4 en-suite bathrooms – 1 bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC, 2 shower rooms with WC, 1 accessible shower/wet room with WC on ground floor

- Gas range-style hob and double oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, DeLonghi coffee machine, Thermomix

- R=Travel cot & highchair available

- Smart TVs in the lounge, kitchen and all bedrooms

- Garden (not fully enclosed) with garden furniture, and a gas BBQ

- Woodfired Finnish hot tub (warm on arrival and bathrobes provided)

- Wood-fired barrel sauna with logs provided for when in use/required

- Games room with pool table, dartboard, TV, bluetooth speaker and wood burner (logs provided)

- Private parking for 4+ cars

- Shops, 3.7 miles, pub restaurant 3 miles

- Please note, dogs must be kept on a lead outside, as the property is located on a working farm with lots of birds and wildlife around

- Sleeps 8+2 (2 single pull-out beds for 2 additional child guests)



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.