Step back into the past in a beautifully restored 17th century weaver's house in Barnard Castle's conservation area. The River Tees flows 50m away and yet the cottage is just a few minutes from local shops. Originally occupied by the Cheeseborough family, carpet weavers, and then home to William Dixon, prominent local preacher whose tombstone may be seen in the local churchyard.

The self-catering accommodation:

The house has enormous character with old beams, panelling, cast iron fireplaces, stone / pine floors and pine doors. The rooms are full of antiques and books. There is a lounge with pine floor and a wood burning stove, a kitchen / dining room with flag floor and open fire, 2 double bedrooms, both ensuite and a charming walled patio garden.

The cottage is in a quiet cul de sac with ample on street parking. There is even a sherry decanter and other little touches that will help you to relax and switch off. The perfect place for a family holiday or a romantic getaway.

Self-catering accommodation near popular visitor attractions

The cottage is centrally placed for visits to the Lake District ( 60 mins ), York ( 75 mins ), ( Durham City ( 45 mins ), Beamish Museum ( 75 mins ) and the Yorkshire Dales and Moors ( from 20 mins ).

For walkers:

The house is on the Teesdale Way and there are numerous walks from the house itself. High and Low Force waterfalls on the Tees are a few miles away. There are also several historic houses and castle / abbey ruins within a few miles.

Please visit http://www.cheeseboroughs.co.uk to find out more about the holiday cottage, amenities, surrounding area and places to visit in Durham.

Bowes Museum, Raby Castle, Barnard Castle ruins, Egglestone Abbey ruins, High and Low Force waterfalls.

Travel: Newcastle and Durham, Tees Valley Airports. Darlington Railway Station.

Good places to visit: Lake District - 45 mins, York - 75 mins, Durham City - 45 mins, Beamish Open Air Museum - 75 mins, Hadrian's Wall - 75 mins, Whitby and the coast - 90 mins, Yorkshire Dales - 15 mins.

Annual Events: Monthly farmer'market - 1st Saturday

Good places to eat: Blagraves, Rose and Crown, Riverside and Valentine restaurants. Several good pubs in walking distance.

Local Sports: Horse riding, canoeing, off roading walking.

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