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A stone building exterior with a gray door numbered 17 and windows at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A covered outdoor area with large wooden sliding doors and stone walls at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A living room with two brown leather sofas and a wooden coffee table on a plaid carpet at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A room with a wooden dining table and benches a wooden coffee table with wine glasses on it and two brown leather sofas at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A dining table set with plates wine glasses and cutlery in a room with red walls and a mounted TV at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A dining table set with plates and glasses in a room with red walls and leather sofas at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A kitchen with a sink, rose gold wire baskets, black cabinets, a stove, toaster, and a window at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A kitchen with grey cabinets a white island and brown chairs at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A kitchen with gray cabinets black tiled backsplash and white countertops with a sink and groceries on the counter at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed and green bedding next to a bathroom with a toilet at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed and green and white bedding at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed covered in a green quilt towels on the bed a green door a fireplace with plants inside a gold framed mirror above the fireplace a small decorative table with a gold mirror and ornaments and a green chair with a patterned back at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a bedside lamp on a round table next to a bed and a small bathroom with a sink and toilet at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with two single beds yellow floral bedding a window with yellow curtains and a radiator at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with two single beds with floral bedding and two animal paintings on the wall at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with two beds with floral bedding a wooden wardrobe a curtain and paintings on green walls at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed frame teal and pink bedding two bedside lamps and a window with pink curtains at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed frame teal bedding and pillows patterned with birds a window with curtains and a plant stand with a plant at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed frame floral bedding two pillows wooden bedside table with a lamp and a small plant at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed and side tables with lamps and a window with curtains at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed frame grey bedding bedside lamps a window with curtains and patterned wallpaper at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed and matching bedside tables with lamps and a wooden wardrobe at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed and matching bedside tables with lamps at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bedroom with a wooden bed and wardrobe a mirror above a mantel and folded towels on the bed at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A shower area with patterned tiles and a glass door next to a small sink and chrome towel rack at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bathroom with a bathtub shower combination a toilet and a wooden shelf with a plant a cup and a soap dish at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A bathroom with a bathtub sink door and towel radiator at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A hallway with carpeted floor paintings on the wall a plant and a hanging lamp at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A room with a red pool table on a patterned rug and a brown chair at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A game room with a red pool table a triangle of pool balls two pool cues and framed pictures on the walls at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle Exterior view of a stone building with a light green door and window next to a wooden gate at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A grassy riverbank with trees and bushes along a river at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A park with a large grass field a tree and playground equipment near stone houses and a hill at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A large stone castle with battlements and a flag on a tower surrounded by grass and trees at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A river with trees along the banks and a building on the right side at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A river with ducks on the water and shore and a metal bridge spanning across with buildings and trees nearby at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A river flowing between trees and houses under a clear sky at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A large historic mansion with multiple windows and a gravel pathway leading to it at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle An information board about Low Force in Upper Teesdale with maps safety warnings and details about local nature at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A river flowing through a rocky gorge with trees on both sides at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A river flowing through a rocky landscape with trees on both sides at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A stone wall with two ram sculptures and a rural field in the background at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A historic market cross building with columns and a snow-covered roof in a town center with surrounding stone buildings at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A grassy field with a wooden bench and trees with old castle ruins in the background at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle Stone entrance gate with iron gate and signboard beside a road and trees in the background at Raby Castle in Barnard Castle A large stone castle with towers and a defensive wall surrounded by grass and trees at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A stone octagonal market cross with columns in a town square with buildings and a church tower in the background at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A large historic building with multiple windows and mansard roofs with a garden in front at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A stone entrance gate with a sign welcoming visitors to Raby Castle park and gardens at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A waterfall flowing between rocky cliffs surrounded by green trees at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle A waterfall at High Force with an informational sign about the geology of the area at The Old Smithy in Barnard Castle

The Old Smithy

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Barnard Castle, County Durham Show on map

3.8

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • "Excellent location and value."

    Tiny improvement would be to have an information sheet regarding what goes into which bin.

    Reviewed by Nigel5.0★Jun 2025

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Four bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room
  • Lower-ground-floor games room
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Two well behaved dogs welcome, with a third welcome on request
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.1 mile Please note: This property only accepts Saturday check ins, if you would like to request another day to check in please contact Sykes Cottages - 01244 345700

Your home away from home

Settled in the historic market town of Barnard Castle, County Durham, is this fantastic, terraced house, The Old Smithy.

Enjoying a superb location within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and the town’s local amenities and attractions right on your doorstep, The Old Smithy is a wonderful dog-friendly choice for a couples, friends, and families.

Step into your new home from home, where you will find an inviting sitting room with plush sofas and a TV, a perfect space for relaxing with loved ones after an adventure filled day.

Continue through to the spacious kitchen/diner, featuring a beautiful central island and all the appliances you need to whip up family favourites, ready to enjoy over bottles of celebratory fizz.

Head down to the lower-ground-floor, where you will find a games room, equipped with a handy washing machine, and a pool table so you can challenge your loved ones to a game.

Follow the stairs up to the first floor, where you will find a contemporary bathroom, so you can indulge in a leisurely soak or shower at the end of the day, before retiring to one of four beautifully appointed and generous bedrooms, three doubles, one with en-suite shower room, and a twin.

Explore the town, where you can visit the remarkable Barnard Castle, enjoy wildlife rich walks through the Deepdale Nature Reserve, tour the Bowes Museum, home to the 247-year-old Silver Swan, test out your swing at the excellent Barnard Castle Golf Club, or treat your loved ones to a meal out at the popular Three Horseshoes, Valentines Restaurant, and Capri restaurant, followed by drinks at Crobar.

Continue onto Staindrop, where you will find the esteemed Raby Castle, surrounded by a deer park and features a café and shop, or venture further to Bishop Auckland, where you will find a magnificent castle, a fantastic golf club, and the renowned annual event of Kynren, an award-winning outdoor theatre spectacular not to be missed!

For scenic hikes and walks, venture into the North Pennines AONB, where you will find the stunning waterfalls of High Force and Low Force, Cauldron Snout, and the scenic point of Cross Fell which views of the Lake District at its top.

For a taste of city life, take a day trip to Durham, home to an impressive cathedral, the National Trust – Crook Hall Gardens, Durham Castle, and the Michelin Star restaurant of Finbarr’s.

Experience the Yorkshire Dales like never before with a stay at The Old Smithy.

The surrounding grounds of this property is limited , dogs will need to be walked rather than let out in this property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

Where you’ll be staying

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BARNARD CASTLE

Staindrop 6 miles; Richmond 13 miles; Darlington 16 miles; Durham 20 miles.

The market town of Barnard Castle is situated in the unspoilt countryside of Teesdale in County Durham. It stands on the site of an ancient Roman fort which crosses the river. The medieval ruins of the castle still tower over the river and are well worth a visit. Known affectionately as 'Barney’ by residents and visitors alike, the town boasts cobble streets, yards and back lanes, which were first laid out in the 12th century. The nearby Bowes Museum is well worth a visit and a wonderful way to spend a day wandering around this beautiful building and experiencing the fascinating exhibitions. Beautiful walking country is right on the doorstep of this lovely market town, with woodland walks and cycle routes and the Lake District, the Pennine and Teesdale Ways, and the River Tees and magnificent waterfalls at High Force are all within easy reach.

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The surrounding grounds of this property is limited , dogs will need to be walked rather than let out in this property.

Please note: This property only accepts Saturday check ins, if you
would like to request another day to check in please contact Sykes Cottages - 01244 345700

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.