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The Hay Loft is a thoughtfully presented stone cottage resting on the outskirts of Durham near the village of Brancepeth. It comprises two ground floor bedrooms; a super king-size double (zip/link) with en-suite shower room and twins (zip/link) with en-suite walk-in shower room, sleeping four guests in total. There is also a first floor cloakroom and a first floor open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. To the exterior is a private patio with furniture and ample off-road parking. The Hay Loft is a fabulous barn conversion nestled in a delightful countryside location. Please note, this property is only accepting 7 night or more bookings over the Christmas and New Year weeks.

This quaint, attractive village rests in County Durham, south-west of the city of Durham. It is a picturesque, old estate village, home to Brancepeth Castle and Brancepeth Castle Golf Club, regarded as one of the finest in the north-east of England. There is also a village hall hosting a number of weekly and monthly activities as well as as well as regular social events, open to members and non-members alike. The cathedral city of Durham is just a few short miles away, dominated by some incredible architecture as well as playing host to a wealth of first-class shops, restaurants, bars and more. Explore the stunning North Pennines AONB for eye-catching, undulating countryside, or pay a visit to the delightful market town of Bishop Auckland, known as the gateway to Weardale, this bustling town boasts Auckland Castle, the Binchester Roman Fort and a plethora of shops and eateries. Further afield is the fabulous Durham Heritage Coast, offering a wealth of beautiful landscapes with rugged cliffs and imposing headlands. This is a remarkable destination to base your family holiday.