The Retreat, Barnard Castle

County Durham. Sleeps up to 4

Nestled in Barnard Castle, County Durham is this wonderful mid-terrace cottage, The Retreat. The perfect property for a trip with friends or a loved one to a historical town with the countryside on its doorstep. The property boasts a luxurious and modern interior, thoughtfully decorated throughout. Entering the cottage, you will find an elegant sitting/dining room with an inviting leather sofa, Smart TV, woodburning stove and a seating area for enjoying a home-cooked meal, or fish and chips from the local takeaway, after wandering the cobbled streets of Barnard Castle. The kitchen is a lovely contemporary space with an electric oven and hob, wine cooler and a large American fridge/freezer ready to be stocked up for your stay; the enclosed courtyard just outside is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee from the coffee machine in the sunshine. On the first floor, Hide & Bolt has two bedrooms, one double and one single, and a beautifully tiled bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower to start your day, topped off with a warm towel from the heated towel rail. Sitting in the centre of town, and a stones throw from all this historical village has to offer, the cottage is close to local shops and eateries, along with contemporary wine bars, pubs, and historical and cultural sites such as the castle, The Bowes Museum and Egglestone Abbey. You will also find the bustling market place just a short walk away, making this cottage the perfect base to experience Barnard Castle to the fullest. Staindrop is another picturesque town a short journey away, with the stunning Raby Castle Parks and Gardens, a traditional pub for a tasty lunch and surrounded by countryside for excellent walks. To the south rests Richmond, a market town with a unique character surrounded by stunning scenery, where you will find the ruins of Richmond Castle, Richmondshire Museum or catch a performance and one of Britain's oldest theatres, Georgian Theatre Royal. The bustling city of Durham sits north of Hide & Bolt, where there are plenty of options for shopping, the spectacular Durham Cathedral and Castle, and pleasant riverside walks to see the best of the city's amazing architecture. Choose The Retreat as your home-from-home in the fascinating town of Barnard Castle.