Horsley Head Holidays | Holiday Rental in Durham, Durham

Holiday home
Horsley Head Holidays is a detached farmhouse close to the village of Eastgate and just three miles from Stanhope. The farmhouse sleeps twelve people and has one super king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower, one king-size double with en-suite walk-in shower, two super king-size double with en-suite walk-in shower and one ground floor king-size double with en-suite bath, and a ground floor cloakroom. There is also an adjoining barn with a super king-size double bedroom with an en-suite above a games room. Also in the cottage are a fitted kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with woodburner. Outside is ample off road parking and a front enclosed garden with furniture. Situated in Weardale, Horsley Head Holidays is a spacious family home, ideal for exploring this fabulous part of the country.

Accomodation Details
Main house. Six bedrooms (five zip/link, can be twin on request): 2 x super king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x super king-size double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Utility. Sitting room with woodburner. One of these bedrooms, the king-size double is situated on the ground floor, together with a separate cloakroom. The games room is located opposite this, with a large TV, comfortable sofas and a pool table.

Area
Eastgate is a small village in Weardale, popular for walking and cycling. The village once marked the eastern boundary of Stanhope Park, the scene of many grand and historical hunting expeditions. The village is also famed for being the birthplace of Emerson Bainbridge, founder of the world’s first department store. Eastgate is set in rural countryside and is home to a pub and the delightful Horsley Hall which provides fine dining and afternoon tea. Further amenities can also be found in the village of Stanhope located just three miles away.

Region
From heather-clad moors and limestone scars, to market towns and the steady pace of country life - the sublime Dales await you! Where else in Britain is it as satisfying to sit and do nothing as it is to explore the numerous pursuits on offer?

Amenities
Oil central heating with woodburner. Oil-fired Rayburn range, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Ample off road parking. Bike storage. Front enclosed lawned garden with furniture and summerhouse. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 3 miles, pub 1.5 miles. Note: The first floor king-size double bedroom in the main house is the only that doesn't have zip/link beds.

Mrs Simon

August 2020

This cottage is one of the nicest we have ever stayed in.. We could not believe the size of the property and it had every thing for all age groups, the games room being a big plus for the children (and the adults) If remote is your thing complete with fantastic views and comfort then this is the place for you. We will definitely return in the future.

Mrs Corcoran

The setting of this property is breath taking the surrounding country side is magnificent, the weather was kind to us and we got out and about, the house is lovely everything was catered for and more, we will certainly have more holidays here..

Mrs Corcoran, August 2020

February 2020

The farmhouse was absolute beautiful and so well presented.. All amenities thought about and provided including a log burning stove, all dinning equipment etc. The surrounding area is stunning, we wish we could have stayed longer. Louise was absolutely great, she left a welcome hamper which was lovely and was so welcoming. She even brought her jcb down to rescue us when we got stranded in the snow. Couldn’t recommend this beautiful house enough! We are already planning our return!

Miss Cross, February 2020

Horsley Head cottage was superb, wonderful en-suite bedrooms and spacious, varied living space.. I could not give enough thanks to owner Louise, who was extremely helpful and willing to please. On arrival there was a roaring, welcome fire and also a welcome tray, including a lovely homemade cake. All bed configurations were exactly what we had requested, with crisp white linen and fluffy towels.

Mrs Wilyman, February 2020

January 2020

Fantastic cottage! Extremely clean, tidy, well stocked and in a beautiful location with plenty to do. Exceeded our expectations. Definitely going back in the summer!

Miss Karunaratne, January 2020

December 2019

Incredible location, and a really great place for a family get together! The views are breathtaking and it really does have everything you need - perfect getaway to a competent relaxed environment. The pool table is a little worse for ware, and the WiFi is satellite based because of the remote location so you'll struggle to get a connection in windy or cloudy weather, but considering the whole package nothing that would stop me from going back!

Mr Swan, December 2019

November 2019

Beautiful cottage with everything you could want.. We were 11 in total and the facilities were more than adequate for all of us. Having an en suite to every bedroom was really helpful and much appreciated.The children loved the games room and the toys were an added bonus. We all loved the homely atmosphere in the cottage,particularly the sitting room with the log burner and plenty of comfortable seating for us all. The directions to the cottage could have been better. We nearly ended up in a quarry!! They should have said the cottage was at the end of a track to the left of the road immediately after the first cattle grid. Loved every minute of our stay in a farmhouse surrounded by amazing scenery. The welcome pack was very generous and the chocolate cake was delicious. If you want a beautiful house with lots of space in a beautiful setting this is the place for you.

Mrs Mcnamee, November 2019

The cottage was amazing and every thing we needed to make a family Christmas weekend, The host louise was very helpful

Mr Proudlock, November 2019

Oh my word! This was booked to celebrate my fathers birthday. 12 of us stayed. It was absolutely AMAZING!! Super clean, super comfy beds and enough socialising space to everyone could sit and relax. The area is absolutely stunning! I can’t say anything negative!

Mrs Earnshaw, November 2019

October 2019

Brilliant place, excellent facilities Lovvely location

Mr Parish, October 2019

September 2019

Beautifully appointed cottage, very comfortable and spacious.. The photographs don’t do it justice. The owner left a welcome pack including a delicious chocolate cake. It was everything and more we could have expected. We definitely intend to come back again.

Mrs Smith, September 2019

August 2019

The cottage is quite remote, accessed via a single track, on top of a hill.. Superb views all around. Only sheep and cows for neighbours. Great garden for children and excellent summer house to relax in. Ideal for a large family or group of friends. Highly recommended.

Mrs Bailey, August 2019

June 2019

Peaceful beautiful relaxing

Mr Ryan, June 2019

We were a family of 12, ages 4 to 90 away for a weekend to celebrate our mum's 90th birthday.. We were welcomed with a fabulous food bundle, which was a lovely unexpected bonus. At every turn, we saw something else that we liked & began the saying 'this is a house that just keeps on giving' There was plenty of safe space for the children, both inside & out & also plenty of games & toys for them to play with which was also unexpected. We all kept repeating just how beautiful the house was. It really was spotlessly clean, comfortable & well equipped. There is nothing bad that can be said & the owner, Louise, was friendly & informative. She couldn't do enough to help to make our stay enjoyable. Thank you Louise. We hope to come & stay again sometime.

Ms Pickering, June 2019

Beautiful cottage with superb views.. A little more remote than expected, and some may find the track up to the cottage a bit daunting! Walking to the village of Eastgate only possible for fit hikers.

Ms Johnston, June 2019

May 2019

Absolutely fantastic place, from entering the driveway.. Fantastic views, animals all around and the cottage, wow! Caters for everyone and everything, there was 9 adults and 4 children and we all had a lovely time together. Louise is so friendly and even leaves a welcome pack which is greatly appreciated. I could not recognise this place enough, I never go back to the same place twice but I will definitely be going back here.

Ms Sandiford, May 2019

Visited Horsley head cottage for the second time in may.. The cottage is large, spotlessly clean, very comfortable and well equipped with everything you might need for a relaxing weekend. Stayed here with a group of 11 family and friends. The large games room is an added bonus to the cottage along with all rooms being en-suite. The owner is very welcoming, friendly and makes a lovely cake.

Mrs Cooke, May 2019

There was 10 is us for a 70th birthday celebration and we rented the cottage for a week.. It was very clean and comfortable with plenty of logs for the wood burner. The welcome pack was lovely idea and contain the basic items as well as unexpected treets.. The games room is great and we used it most evenings.it was lovely to seat out in the morning's with our coffee and tea looking at the beautiful countryside. Would rent this cottage again .

Mrs .johnson, May 2019

Went as a group of 12 to celebrate a 40th wedding anniversary and a 60th birthday.. It is remote with beautiful views but we had brought everything we needed for our 3 night stay. It is so quiet that I slept really well. It does not feel cramped even though we filled it to capacity. Louise met us at the bottom of the farm track and guided us to the property and gave us a quick guided tour and provided us with a wonderful welcome pack. We had a fantastic celebration helped enormously by the farmhouse and owners.

Mrs Mcgrath

April 2019

A really beautiful cottage that we stayed in to celebrate a 60th birthday.. Cottage is very well equipped and incredibly comfortable, with beautiful views and charming neighbours ( lambs and owls were particular favourites). The pool table proved a big hit, and it was great to have enough space for 12 people, whilst not feeling cramped The owner responded really quickly to questions, and provided a fantastic welcome pack, including the most magnificent chocolate cake that was enjoyed by all. Would not hesitate to recommend

Mr Robinson, May 2019

Beautiful place.. Really enjoyed our stay.

Ashby

February 2019

Fantastic holiday and very warm welcome from the owners with cake and fresh farm eggs.. All directions on the website clear.

Miss Alexander

December 2018

We went to this amazing cottage to celebrate my partners 30th with 10 of our friends.. Everything totally exceeded expectation. There was a lovely welcome pack and gifts left for us on arrival, the rooms were emaculate, and decor was beautiful. Loved the games room and how spacious the property is. We will definitely be back and would 100% recommend this property. Thank you so much!

Mrs Pietrzak

Loved staying at Horsley Head.. The description in the website doesn't do it justice. House has everything you could wish for and is excellently equipped. Can easily fit 12 adults round the table (we had 13 including four children). Sitting Room had loads of elegant seating around the fire with another seating area in the games room and both have big TVs which was ideal on Boxing Day. Loads of footpaths for interesting walks up to the moors and has a stream just below the house with a footbridge. Host is fantastic and couldn't be more helpful.

danosm787

October 2018

This cottage is amazing, it is extremely spacious, spotless and ideal for a large groups. All rooms are comfortable and a good size, all with ensuite. The games room was a big hit with the lads. The lovely log burner kept the cottage warm and cosy. Louise left a much appreciated welcome pack and made us feel at home. It is quiet and peaceful, the perfect location for a relaxing break with fabulous scenery all around. Would love to stay here again.

Horsey head is an amazing cottage.. It is huge but cosy, comfortable and immaculate. Well equipped with everything you need for a perfect break away with family and friends. All bedrooms were spotless and comfy, all being ensuite was an added bonus. The lovely welcome pack and home made cake from the owner Louise was much appreciated. Louise was very friendly and made us feel really welcome. There is a large garden with stunning views all around . A perfect place to stay!

Mrs Hitchens

Enjoyed a lovey family holiday with 3 generations of family.. This was our 3rd visit to Horsley Head House and as usual everything was spotless and comfortable. Plenty of space for everyone both inside and outdoors. Owner had left a lovely welcome hamper for us and the house was lovely and warm when we arrived. Would love to return there in the future

Mrs Saville

September 2018

Lovely cottage perfect for family groups or friends

Miss Hoefkens

August 2018

The house was beautiful and exceeded the photos by a mile.. We had a fantastic time and found everything we needed there. The host was very helpful and generous, offering us a welcome basket and a tour.

Ms Parker

July 2018

A lovely peaceful location in a beautiful house.. We had plenty of space for our party of 11. Fantastic views over the hills with loads of walks in the vicinity. Louise, the owner, was very helpful and readily available to respond to any queries. We would love to return in the not too distant future. A great family house.

Mr Hopkins

June 2018

This 6 bedroom cottage is by far one of the best i have ever stayed at.. Its clean ,comfortable, rural very rural. Our family stayed here for my son's wedding and it was so relaxed a big recommend from us.

Mrs Adie

What a fantastic place- fabulous property in stunning scenery.. Could not have asked for better. We were welcomed with a cake and provisions, all rooms stunning, all en-suite and decorated to a very high standard. Everything was provided by the owner and more. We were a group of 10 adults, 2 children and 2 babies. Everything was provided for us all. We had a fabulous weekend and would highly recommend staying here. We will be back !!!

Mrs Causer

Booked this property for a family birthday celebration.. It was everything and more to what we were expecting. Lovely welcome from the owner who had kindly baked a cake for our arrival & we were presented with a fabulous welcome hamper. The property was clean, bedrooms were beautiful with the added bonus of all being ensuite. The views were amazing, if you like to be away from it all this property is perfect. We will most definitely book again it was an absolute pleasure to stay & a credit to the owners.

Mrs Tweddle

March 2018

The cottage was amazing and Louise was fantastic at making sure we had a great time! Even in difficult weather conditions, noting was a problem! Fabulous.

Mrs Malaniuk

Booked this cottage for my 65th and the host made a cake and hamper full of essentials, couldn’t of asked for more.. The scenery is to die for lovely countryside. The rooms where very spacious and each had an on suite perfect for my guests. And the living room was big enough to fit everyone in aswell as a games room. Absolutely fantastic and very clean. Will hope to return in the summer.

Guest

February 2018

I booked this cottage to celebrate my husband's 40th birthday in February. We were 12 people staying at the cottage - 6 couples. The rooms are spacious, exceptionally tidy and all come with an en-suite bathroom. The cottage has a sitting room with a fire, a games room and a very large kitchen with a table and benches big enough to comfortably seat 12 people. The cottage is well equipped with everything you need, and even offers outside space for children to play. Not only did the owner provide tea, coffee, sugar, milk, biscuits, eggs and bacon for our arrival, she even baked a cake for my husband's birthday. I can't thank her enough! The area is remote and absolutely stunning, ideal for people who like nature and nature walks or just want to get away from it all for a while. I would thoroughly recommend this cottage and the area, and we are already thinking about coming back. All in all simply perfect!

Maràica T

Lovely family holiday (6 adults and 5 children).. Very spacious, comfortable accommodation. Helpful owner, beautifully appointed, first class. Highly recommended.

Ms Taylor

December 2017

Such a beautiful and comfortable property, in a really remote area.. Louise and her family were so welcoming, and helped us endlessly throughout the weekend due to the snow. We arrived to a wonderfully clean and warm house, where we found a welcome package including wine and cake! What else could you ask for at a 30th birthday celebration?! Honestly can’t recommend Horsley Head Cottage enough, and would absolutely consider booking again in the future.

Mrs Christon

November 2017

A beautiful property with a very helpful owner.. Her personal touch exceeded expectations eg when Inarrived Louise was waiting for me with the log burner burning brightly. We will definitely return as it’s an ideal property for a large group of friends and family.

Mr Duncan

April 2017

What a place! This house was just perfect for our family reunion. Plenty of space, fabulous views, fantastic games room and exceedingly comfortable. And the welcome pack was greatly appreciated. We will return!

MadYorkite

March 2017

Arived for a walking weekend at this somewhat remote "cottage". Looks to have been recently renovated to s high standard. All rooms have either shower or bath. Wood burner in living room addsto the atmosphere. Games room with pool sized snooker table (although needs new green baize its still usable) darts donimoes and large screen TV. Dining room/kitchen with Aga style cooker and electric hobs with ample space for 12 to sit and eat together. Our room (above the living room) was exceptiopnall spacious with a large comfy bed and plenty of storage spce. The views are stunning (even in the rain which was horizontal at times) The only problem is the lane up from the main road which is a bit rutted and needs careful navigation particularly if you are arriving in a low vehicle e.g. sports car.

TonyR438

This was booked for a birthday celebration, with 7 adults and 6 children of varying ages and it was an ideal place for everybody. The en suite rooms were beautifully furnished, the kitchen had everything we could need and the sitting room and the games room were very well appointed. We could find no fault with it at all.

Julie N

Lovely accommodation for large parties. The final part of the drive up to the house was interesting to say the least but it was worth it. The house is tastefully decorated and large enough to accommodate families or groups of friends. The welcome pack was the best we have ever seen and this was our 29th holiday away with this group of friends. All bedrooms were ensuite - though some were bigger than others. The amount of wood provided for the wood burner was immense. Outdoor seating and a summer house overlook breathtaking views. The owner was lovely and whilst we had no need to contact her I'm sure she would have been immediately available had we had any issues. The house is ideal for touring around the northern pennines and Durham Dales. It is within easy driving distance of Durham, Beamish, Corbridge and High Force. You can walk from the door and we passed many cyclists on the local roads. Would have no hesitation in recommending this lovely house.

Mr Duncan, April 2017

Excellent well appointed accommodation.. Ideal for large parties. Stunning views and the best welcome pack we have had. Would have no hesitation in recommending Horsley Head.

Mrs Newmarch, March 2017

December 2016

There's only two words to use to describe this cottage- beautiful and breathtaking.. Couldn't ask for anymore it was perfect. The owner was very kind and even added Xmas decorations because we had children. Will definitely be going again

Mrs Shelton, December 2016

November 2016

The accommodation was 1st class and I would highly recommend it.. The furnishings were beautiful and the welcome pack far exceeded expectations. The owners were extremely helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Visiting the surrounding areas and sights of the county were very accessible even though the property was remote. The peace and tranquility were perfect for a family gathering. A definite 10/10!

Ms. Gray, November 2016

September 2016

Beautiful cottage, stunning surroundings.. Would recommend for an extended family gathering.

Mrs Keigher, September 2016

Could be a little remote for some people, but we all enjoyed the peace and quite - except the sheep - of the countryside.. Plenty of car parking space. All en suite bedrooms - great bonus and beautifully furnished and decorated. Large utility room/cloakroom as you walk in. Fabulous kitchen which seats up to 10. Plenty of seating in the lounge. Summer house - coming on nicely for 2017, plus the extra accommodation. Would book again in the future.

Mrs Kirkwood

July 2016

The scenery surrounding Horsley Head Holidays was stunning. The house was clean, spacious, comfortable and well stocked with household essentials. We loved the wood burner and the Rayburn in the kitchen.

Ms Richardson

The cottage is spacious and well equipped with lovely views. The owners were very friendly and helpful.

Miss Speight, September 2016

The cottage is spacious and well equipped with lovely views.. The owners were very friendly and helpful.

Ms Richardson, July 2016

The scenery surrounding Horsley Head Holidays was stunning.. The house was clean, spacious, comfortable and well stocked with household essentials. We loved the wood burner and the Rayburn in the kitchen.

Mrs Golton

June 2016

If you are searching for tranquillity, stunning views and a perfect holiday home then look no further. This is an extremely well maintained and spacious farmhouse easily accommodating our family of 10. The huge kitchen is a super gathering place equipped to a very high standard, as are the rest of the rooms which are all light and airy, and spotlessly clean throughout. Having all bedrooms en suite was a luxury and all were supplied with super soft towels. There is ample seating in the cosy lounge with a gorgeous log burner - perfect to relax in after a day of walking. The enclosed front garden was just the place for our 2yr old grandson to play in, there was plenty of seating and fabulous views over the fields full of sheep with their lambs. The courtesy shown by our friendly owners was second to none. We would definitely recommend the farmhouse to others and are already counting down to our next visit!

Mrs Kirkwood, July 2016

If you are searching for tranquillity, stunning views and a perfect holiday home then look no further.. This is an extremely well maintained and spacious farmhouse easily accommodating our family of 10. The huge kitchen is a super gathering place equipped to a very high standard, as are the rest of the rooms which are all light and airy, and spotlessly clean throughout. Having all bedrooms en suite was a luxury and all were supplied with super soft towels. There is ample seating in the cosy lounge with a gorgeous log burner - perfect to relax in after a day of walking. The enclosed front garden was just the place for our 2yr old grandson to play in, there was plenty of seating and fabulous views over the fields full of sheep with their lambs. The courtesy shown by our friendly owners was second to none. We would definitely recommend the farmhouse to others and are already counting down to our next visit!

Buna S

March 2016

Some friends and myself stayed at this cottage mid February for a birthday. The place was perfect with an amazing kitchen and living room for cooking and entertaining. There was more than enough space for us all to sit down to dinner, and the log fire in the front room was perfect for a cold winters evening. The bedrooms are clean and comfortable with power showers in all the en suites; great to come back to after a long walk in the beautiful countryside just on the doorstep. The owners are lovely people, greeting us on arrival and very easy to get in touch with prior to and throughout the stay. They even had a birthday cake waiting on the kitchen table when we walked through the door! I couldn't recommend this place more, and we would love to stay again, Thanks :-)

Mrs Golton, June 2016

Horseley Head Holidays is homely, decorated lovely and exceptionally clean.. Great for large family gatherings.

Mrs Davidson

February 2016

Horseley Head Holidays is homely, decorated lovely and exceptionally clean. Great for large family gatherings.

Mrs Costello

January 2016

The property was large and spacious with beautiful furnishings and everything you need.

Mr Dourish

A beautiful location and fabulous accommodation, this turned out to be a gem of a find!

Mrs Davidson, February 2016

The property was large and spacious with beautiful furnishings and everything you need..

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