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Cottage Thornfield with Garden
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- 6 People
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Cottage
- Pets allowed
- Wi-Fi
Guests love this home
With an outstanding average rating of 9.8.
Guests love this home
With an outstanding average rating of 9.8.
Thornfield is a charming cottage resting in the quaint hamlet of Windmill, County Durham.
Set in its own grounds, not overlooked by any other properties.
With two well-behaved dogs welcome, make this a delightful countryside escape.
Upon entering, you will be greeted by a spacious hallway leading you to the three well-presented bedrooms, a king, a double and a twin, each offering a tranquil space to rest after a day of adventures.
The family bathroom is fitted with a bath and a walk-in shower, providing a choice of how to prepare for your day. Put on your favourite tunes on the Bluetooth mirror and enjoy either a steamy rinse or a hot soak.
The heart of the home is undoubtedly the kitchen, where you can prepare delicious meals using the array of appliances at your disposal.
Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room provides seating for six, making it the perfect spot for enjoying meals together, planning the day's activities or playing a few rounds of board games from the property's selection.
The sitting room, complete with a Smart TV and a warming woodburning stove, offers a snug space to unwind and catch up on your favourite shows or enjoy a family movie night.
Outside, the enclosed grounds feature a small woodland, lawns, mature trees, a patio and a gravelled area complete with furniture for alfresco dining or simply enjoying a morning coffee while planning your day. This outdoor space is perfect for soaking up the sun in the warmer months, and listening to the curlews and lapwings or stargazing on clear nights.
While you're outside, you'll be able to spot an abundance of wildlife roaming in and out of the gardens, including a peacock! Peering over the garden hedge you will also see the very rare Bagot goats and other animals.
A short drive will allow you to immerse yourself in the rich history of the medieval Raby Castle as well as Durham Cathedral, or if gardens interest you, pay a visit to the National Trust's opulent Crook Hall Gardens and the local Botanic Garden.
Head to the verdant Hamsterley Forest, with its wealth of running, walking and cycling trails for a lovely day spent outdoors.
History buffs shouldn't miss out on visiting the Kynren, an open-air live show, presenting 2,000 years of England's history, culture, and heritage; and the ancient Binchester Roman Fort.
Culminate your day with a hearty meal at The Cross Keys, a local pub with a beer garden, known for its savoury dishes and warm atmosphere.
Your serene escape to the countryside awaits at Thornfield cottage.
Set in its own grounds, not overlooked by any other properties.
With two well-behaved dogs welcome, make this a delightful countryside escape.
Upon entering, you will be greeted by a spacious hallway leading you to the three well-presented bedrooms, a king, a double and a twin, each offering a tranquil space to rest after a day of adventures.
The family bathroom is fitted with a bath and a walk-in shower, providing a choice of how to prepare for your day. Put on your favourite tunes on the Bluetooth mirror and enjoy either a steamy rinse or a hot soak.
The heart of the home is undoubtedly the kitchen, where you can prepare delicious meals using the array of appliances at your disposal.
Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room provides seating for six, making it the perfect spot for enjoying meals together, planning the day's activities or playing a few rounds of board games from the property's selection.
The sitting room, complete with a Smart TV and a warming woodburning stove, offers a snug space to unwind and catch up on your favourite shows or enjoy a family movie night.
Outside, the enclosed grounds feature a small woodland, lawns, mature trees, a patio and a gravelled area complete with furniture for alfresco dining or simply enjoying a morning coffee while planning your day. This outdoor space is perfect for soaking up the sun in the warmer months, and listening to the curlews and lapwings or stargazing on clear nights.
While you're outside, you'll be able to spot an abundance of wildlife roaming in and out of the gardens, including a peacock! Peering over the garden hedge you will also see the very rare Bagot goats and other animals.
A short drive will allow you to immerse yourself in the rich history of the medieval Raby Castle as well as Durham Cathedral, or if gardens interest you, pay a visit to the National Trust's opulent Crook Hall Gardens and the local Botanic Garden.
Head to the verdant Hamsterley Forest, with its wealth of running, walking and cycling trails for a lovely day spent outdoors.
History buffs shouldn't miss out on visiting the Kynren, an open-air live show, presenting 2,000 years of England's history, culture, and heritage; and the ancient Binchester Roman Fort.
Culminate your day with a hearty meal at The Cross Keys, a local pub with a beer garden, known for its savoury dishes and warm atmosphere.
Your serene escape to the countryside awaits at Thornfield cottage.
Thornfield is a single-storey cottage, consists of a kitchen with washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, electric oven and hob, kettle, and microwave, a dining room with dining seating for six, and a sitting room with TV and woodburning stove. The bedrooms consist of two doubles and a twin. There is a bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, and a cloakroom with basin and WC. Outside, there is an enclosed front garden with patio, gravelled area, and furniture, and private driveway parking for three cars. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Guests can find a shop in 2.4 miles and a pub in 2.6 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Thornfield is a wonderful escape to County Durham, whatever time of year. Note: Please contact us or the property owner in advance of your stay if you would like the wood-fired hot tub to be lit for your arrival.. Minimum of 3 nights stay
Note: Please contact us or the property owner in advance of your stay if you would like the wood-fired hot tub to be lit for your arrival.
Please note this property does not accept 1 night bookings.
What this place offers you
Outdoor hot tub
Wi-Fi
Parking on street
TV
Garden
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Fridge
Sleeping arrangements
Bedroom 1
2 Single beds
Bedroom 2
1 Double bed
Bedroom 3
1 Kingsize bed
Where you'll stay
Explore map (Google Maps)
House rules
- Check-in: From 15:00 to 23:59
- Check-out: Until 10:00
- Dogs allowed
Guest reviews
9.8
Fantastic
Exceptional
10.0
Gillian, Mar 2026
An absolutely beautiful cottage; much bigger than I expected, really homely, clean, warm, comfortable. Thank you to Rob for getting the hot tub heated up for our arrival - that's a great service to provide - we really appreciated it. Thank you Hannah for recommending the Cross Keys for my birthday m...
Exceptional
10.0
Amanda, Dec 2025
Loved this property, it is to a high standard with all the comforts of home, the surroundings are stunning and the owners are nearby if you need anything. We had a great time and will hopefully rebook sometime.
Exceptional
10.0
Martin, Sept 2025
Would highly recommend this lovely cottage in this beautiful area. From the welcome pack to sorting out any little issues the owners are welcoming and very helpful. The grounds are secure for dogs to explore and enjoy. The hot tub is an added bonus!
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