The village is situated near to the historic market towns of Barnard Castle and Richmond both with many independent shops and multiple restaurant and tea shop options. The village has a convenience store open 7 days a week, a highly rated Teashop and a super friendly local pub. A busy Italian restaurant in the next village (2miles) offer the cook a night off!
The magnificent Raby Castle is 1 mile from the front door of the house. The Castle is open to the public and boasts a top-rated tearoom as well as a small gift shop. The walled gardens are magnificent, whilst dogs on leads can be walked in the stunning deer park for a small charge. Plotters Forest adventure playground offers fun and challenges for the younger guests and is rated 10/10 by visitors. (Tickets to be bought in advance)
The renowned Bowes Museum is close by together with its famous Silver Swan automaton and stunning collections of art.
Durham city with the twin attraction of world heritage sites Durham Castle and the cathedral, is 15 miles away. The cathedral is recognised as one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in Europe.
Also to the north is the unique Beamish Museum, which offers access to a preserved example of everyday life in urban and rural Northeast England at the time of industrialization in the early 19th Century, highly popular with all guests who have visited and rated 5* for all the family!
The amazing buzzy city of York is 25 minutes by train from Darlington, the station together with the well-known National Railway Museum is in the centre with only minutes walking to many of its key attractions. York also offers a huge range of shops and eateries at all price points.
This property is a great choice for those who love the outdoors, with ample walking, birdwatching and cycling opportunities nearby including the National Cycle Route 715. The house is on the public footpath system with many circular routes to choose from.
This unique base offers a memorable holiday break for the whole family looking to explore the area and make memories