When you stay at this cottage in Crook, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Low Barns Visitor Centre and Brancepeth Castle Golf Club. .This cottage is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Newgate Shopping Centre and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Mining Art Gallery.
Low Barns Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
Deer Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
Auckland Castle - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
Brancepeth Castle Golf Club - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
Whitworth Hall Country Park - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles
Getting around
Bishop Auckland Station - 15 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
The Horse Shoe Inn (Wetherspoon) - 3 min walk
Ye Olde Horseshoe - 4 min walk
The Green - 3 min drive
The Crook Hotel - 7 min walk
The Duke Of York - 5 min drive
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 bedroom accommodation in Crook, near Bishop Auckland
Walkers Retreat is a charming hideaway with a bright conservatory, private patio, and cosy living spaces. Perfect for walkers, it combines comfort, practicality, and a peaceful setting just steps from Crook.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Coffee Machine, Fridge
Conservatory.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Back garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Nestled in the heart of Crook, Walkers Retreat is the perfect base for exploring the scenic beauty and historic charm of County Durham. This inviting two-bedroom holiday home combines comfort and practicality, ideal for couples, families, or friends seeking a relaxing getaway. Upstairs, you’ll find two well-proportioned bedrooms – a double and a twin – alongside a modern bathroom featuring a bath with shower attachment, separate shower cubicle, and a Heated towel rail. Downstairs, a cosy living room with an electric woodburner and smart TV provides the perfect space to unwind after a day of adventure.
The fully equipped kitchen/diner opens onto a delightful conservatory with comfortable seating, where patio doors lead out onto a private patio complete with garden furniture and a barbecue, perfect for al fresco dining. An outside utility room, equipped with a washing machine and freezer, also offers a handy space to dry walking boots and coats after exploring the local trails.
Walkers Retreat is ideally situated for discovering the surrounding area. The town of Crook, just a short stroll away, offers a selection of pubs, cafes, and local shops. For history enthusiasts, nearby Bishop Auckland is home to the impressive Auckland Castle and charming market streets. The region is a haven for walkers, with the breathtaking Durham Dales and Weardale offering miles of trails, rolling hills, and picturesque villages such as Stanhope, Middleton-in-Teesdale, and Wolsingham.
The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is also within easy reach, providing dramatic landscapes, waterfalls, and peaceful walking routes for all abilities. For those who enjoy cultural and leisure activities, the vibrant towns of Durham and Barnard Castle are both a short drive away, each with historic landmarks, museums, and riverside walks. Golfers, cyclists, and nature lovers will find plenty to do locally, while the nearby Derwent Reservoirs offer watersports, fishing, and scenic walks. Whether you’re seeking an active holiday or a tranquil retreat, Walkers Retreat is perfectly placed to explore the charm, heritage, and natural beauty of County Durham.
Free WiFi
There are steps to the property.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which has a kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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-UK50555-UK50555
2 bedroom accommodation in Crook, near Bishop Auckland Reviews