Located in the heart of Stanhope, a charming market town often referred to as ‘The Gateway to the Dales’, Meadow View Cottage offers a warm and welcoming retreat. With its modern, rustic-style living room featuring an inglenook fireplace with woodburner and smart TV, this cottage is perfect for relaxing after exploring local shops and pubs or enjoying good walks nearby. The well-equipped kitchen, utility room with washer dryer, enclosed grounds with courtyard garden furniture make this property ideal for families or cyclists alike.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs.
A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs. Plenty of good walks only a short distance from the cottage.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed grounds with courtyard and garden furniture. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds.. Meadow View is a lovely cottage situated in a perfect location to enjoy all amenities in the popular market town of Stanhope, often referred to as ’The Gateway to the Dales’. The North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is the perfect setting for a rural retreat or for guests who enjoy walking or cycling, For cyclists, it is a handy location for cycling and mountain biking trails at Hamsterley Forest, and is close to the C2C route.
Fully renovated in 2021, Meadow View Cottage has a warm and welcoming feel, with lots of special touches throughout. The modern, rustic-style living room has relaxing sofas, an oak dining table, flagged floors and an inglenook fireplace with cosy wood burner. Adjoining this is the well-equipped kitchen and handy utility room with indoor storage space for cycles. Outside is an enclosed courtyard area with table and chairs, a lovely spot for a morning coffee or evening meal. There are also hot and cold taps to wash down your furry friends after their riverside walks! Upstairs are two beautifully appointed bedrooms to catch your sleep. The family bathroom has a modern style with a shower attachment over the bath.
Along the High Street you will find pubs, tea shops and cafés, a local butchers, bakers and takeaway food options, as well as interesting gift shops. At the nearby Durham Dales Centre you will find a great selection of walking maps and information, as well as a variety of craft shops and a small café. There are many established walks, cycle paths and routes running directly from the town and out towards some of the traditional villages including Eastgate, Cowshill, Rookhope, Killhope, Frosterley and Wolsingham.
Ideal for children is the Weardale Railway that stops in Stanhope and covers an 18-mile heritage line that runs through parts of County Durham and has different events all year round. In the warmer weather, enjoy the river or local open-air swimming pool, which is the only heated open-air pool in the county. Throughout the year, Stanhope hosts a variety of popular outdoor events ranging from music festivals to the annual Stanhope Show.
In nearby Bishop Auckland visit Kynren – An Epic Tale of England, a spectacular live action show that takes place every summer. Hamsterley Forest, Raby Castle, or a little further visit Barnard Castle with its lovely riverside walks, High Force and Low Force Waterfalls, and the famous Bowes Museum. Within an easy 40-minute drive, guests will be able to visit the city of Durham with its historic cathedral, castle and university. Beamish Living Museum, Gateshead Metrocentre, Newcastle upon Tyne, Hexham, Corbridge and Hadrian’s Wall can all be reached in an hour’s drive and offer a great day out for guests of all ages. With so much locally to see and do, Meadow View Cottage makes an excellent base to stay. Pub and restaurant 528 yards.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is on a river. Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Weardale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eggleston Hall and Witton Castle. Weardale Railway and Hall Hill Farm are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Bishop Auckland travel guide
Is A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A gorgeous cottage in a great location for local shops and pubs. located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Weardale Railway. Killhope Lead Mining Museum is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.
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Lovely cottage. Really clean and well equipped. Some really lovely welcoming touches on arrival for ourselves and the dog.The has good shops and takeaways just a shame non of the 4 pubs do food, but we did do a nice 3.5mile off road walk to the next Village Eastgate for a great meal .Overall 5* review
Simon Moore
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Moira Jamieson
Mar 9, 2026
Comfortable,cosy and well equipped property in a village location.
Comfortable,cosy and well equipped property in a village location. Spotlessly clean. Well positioned to enjoy the local area.
Moira Jamieson
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie Roddis
Aug 5, 2025
Great comfy cottage with everything we needed for a lovely relaxing break.
Great comfy cottage with everything we needed for a lovely relaxing break. Very nice welcome pack, including doggy treats. Lovely river walk in the village and lots of places to explore in the area.We hope to return later in the year.