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A stone building with wooden doors open to a room overlooking a countryside view at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham An exterior view of a stone building with wooden double doors open to a room with chairs and a table at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A living room with a blue sofa two plaid pillows a brown leather chair a small tv on a wooden stand and a bookshelf with board games at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A seating area with a plaid armchair and blue sofa next to an open door showing a grassy yard at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A hallway with wooden doors a staircase window and a small wooden desk with a chair at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A dining area with a wooden table set with plates and glasses and white chairs near a kitchen counter at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A dining room with a wooden table set for six with white chairs near a window and white cabinets at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A kitchen with wooden dining table set with plates and glasses at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A kitchen with a wooden dining table set with plates and glasses at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A hallway with wooden railing and large skylights leading to a bedroom at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bedroom with a white bunk bed a window with floral curtains a wooden door and a light hanging from the ceiling at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bedroom with two white bunk beds a wooden door and a checkered rug on the floor at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham An indoor staircase with wooden banisters and grey carpeting at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A hallway with wooden railing carpeted floor wooden door and slanted windows at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bedroom with a metal bed frame a white duvet a wooden chair with pillows a small wooden table and a window at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bedroom with a metal bed frame a wooden chair with cushions a chest of drawers and a wooden door at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bedroom with a bed chest of drawers wardrobe and two wicker baskets at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bathroom with a toilet sink and washing machine with folded towels on top at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A bathroom with a toilet sink and bathtub with shower at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A garden with a stone patio and wooden fence overlooking fields and trees at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A rural landscape with fields trees and a wooden fence under a blue sky at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham An exterior stone wall with wooden double doors next to a wooden fence and a rural landscape in Blackburn Cottage Barn Wolsingham A grass lawn and stone patio with a wooden fence overlooking rolling hills at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A dirt road next to a fenced grassy field leading to a house with outbuildings in a rural area at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A grassy field with a dirt path and a few trees in the distance at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham An outdoor landscape with grass shrubs trees and a dirt path under a blue sky at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A green wooden sign for Hamsterley County Durham Forest in front of trees and grass A green wooden sign for Descend Bike Park with surrounding trees and grass at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A wooden trail sign and information board at the edge of a forest with a gravel path at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham A wooden bike park building with advertising signs and flags surrounded by trees at Boscone Bike Park An outdoor wooden building with a sign for Descend Bike Park and a wooden fence in a forested area at Blackburn Cottage Barn in Wolsingham

Blackburn Cottage Barn

(Ref. 925002)

Wolsingham, County Durham Show on map

4.5

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher

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  • "The cottage is beautiful and the location setting is perfect to escape the bustle of busy town life."

    The wildlife provided hours of entertainment (didn’t notice there wasn’t wifi upon booking- however we didn’t miss it and the owners idea to aid digital detox was spot on) the neighbours came to visit three times a day - beautiful friendly horses! The house is roomy and well laid out, easily accommodated us as a family of 5. Lots of books, games and jigsaws to keep us entertained. The kitchen is well equipped, although the crockery could do with updating (a few pieces with cracks and chips) There was a very funky smell that possibly was coming from the bathroom sink…. The owners were quick to suggest ways to rectify it. Hopefully that will be resolved. It didn’t ruin our stay we just opened all the windows. The weather was kind to us and it was lovely to get the patio doors wide open bringing an extension of the lounge. Overall I’d absolutely recommend this cottage and it’s on our “return to” list. Secluded with lovely walks from the doorstep, only a 10 minute drive to the forest, or convenience shops.

    Reviewed by Linda4.4★Apr 2025

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x family room with 2 adult bunks
  • Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • First floor basin, WC and washing machine
  • Kitchen with dining area
  • Sitting room
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio, selection of books and games
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot and highchair on request
  • Off road parking for 3 cars
  • Enclosed patio with furniture
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 2.8 miles
  • Note: The access road to this property is steep, a 4 x 4 is recommended for visitors in the winter, when the road can become icy.

The property

Wolsingham 2.8 miles.

This is an outstanding, stone-built, semi-detached cottage set 900 feet up in the Hamsterley area, close to Wolsingham.

Blackburn Cottage Barn offers impressive holiday accommodation, ideal for extended families and groups of friends looking to discover this delightful area together.

With the benefit of its wonderful location within the North Pennines AONB, this cottage perches regally above the glorious surrounding countryside.

Bright and airy throughout, and offering spectacular views, guests will love to relax and unwind.

The attractive sitting room has lovely French doors overlooking the patio, whilst the kitchen/diner provides an excellent space to gather together over dinner and plan the forthcoming activities.

Both bedrooms have been well thought out with the second bedroom offering two bunk beds.

Outside, there is a spacious, enclosed patio area with furniture, offering a perfect setting for relaxing, pouring a nice cold drink and marvelling at the surrounding views and the abundant wildlife.

Birdwatchers will be particularly keen to know that this is one of the few holiday properties in England where black grouse are regularly seen from the house.

Blackburn Cottage Barn sits directly on one of the many Hamsterley Forest bridleways, giving easy access to a network of walking and cycle paths.

Bikes and horses can be loaned in the nearby Hamsterley Forest.

A short drive will take you to many local attractions including Barnard Castle, High Force and Durham Cathedral.

A little further afield are the delights of the Lake District or the Northumberland Heritage Coastline, or you can simply enjoy relaxing in your cottage.

This delightful cottage is perfect for a relaxing countryside break.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £50.

Where you’ll be staying

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WOLSINGHAM

  • Hamsterley 6.7 miles
  • Bishop Auckland 10 miles
  • Durham 14 miles
  • Barnard Castle 20.5 miles
  • Newcastle 22 miles

The picturesque town of Wolsingham is a quintessentially British market town in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nestled in the beautiful valley of Weardale, the town is a popular stop-off point for visitors. The town boasts a number of well-regarded pubs, cafes and restaurants, as well as convenience shops and takeaways. In the town you’ll also find an indoor swimming pool and gym, grass bowls club, several picnic areas and a recreation ground with outdoor gym and playing fields. The town has plenty of amenities, including a Post Office, library, bank, gift and antique shops, grocery shops, bakery, butchers and greengrocers. Also all major supermarkets deliver here. Wolsingham Show is held on the first weekend in September and is the oldest agricultural show in the country. Wolsingham is superbly situated to enjoy the best of the north-east and is a very popular base for walking and cycling. There are plenty of local attractions, including the Weardale Heritage Railway featuring the Polar Express, Hamsterley Forest which is ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding, picturesque Tunstall Reservoir for fishing and walking, Killhope Lead Mining Museum, Bowes Museum, Auckland Castle featuring Kynren – an epic tale of 2000 years, High Force, Beamish Open Air Museum and Hadrian's Wall to name a few.

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.