Guests say
Leadmill Piggery is consistently praised for its cleanliness, peaceful location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the modern amenities, the welcoming hosts, and the beautiful views. The property is ideal for those seeking a relaxing break with countryside walks right on the doorstep. While some minor issues are mentioned, the overall sentiment is extremely positive, with many guests planning to return.
Reviewers frequently mention the cleanliness of the property, describing it as 'very clean', 'well presented', and 'comfortable'. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to the positive experiences of the guests.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and natural beauty, with numerous mentions of wildlife and woodland walks. It serves as a great base for exploring nearby attractions, although some guests noted difficulty in finding the property initially.
Guests find the cottage cosy and the bed comfortable, contributing to a relaxing stay. However, a few guests mentioned the bed being too firm and the sofa not the comfiest, which slightly affects the score.
The property is described as well-equipped and modern, with special mentions of the kitchen and bathroom. Some guests noted issues with blinds, smoke alarms, and the lack of a secure garden for pets, indicating room for improvement in maintenance.
Many reviewers express gratitude for the thoughtful welcome gifts, such as wine and biscuits, which added to their positive experience. It is important to note that such gestures, while appreciated, may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Barnard Castle 6.2 miles. Settled on the outskirts of the small village of Copley which lies around six miles north of Barnard Castle, is this contemporary single-storey cottage, Leadmill Piggery. A modern, romantic retreat for two, Leadmill Piggery offers attractive interiors and is within easy reach of the North Pennines AONB and the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Be welcomed into the open-plan living space, fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows to illuminate the space with natural light, with soft seating to unwind on before the TV after a long day. Cook up a storm in the fitted grey kitchen, hosting an electric oven and hob, fridge and microwave, with a dining area for intimate meals for two. Continue through to the king-size bedroom when the night draws in, offering plenty of storage and more attractive interiors, leading to the spacious en-suite bathroom where you can freshen up with a shower or a long soak. Sit out on the front patio next to the neat vegetable patches, with outdoor seating for alfresco dining. The property sits just under two miles from the nearest pubs in Butterknowle, with a convenience store lying in Cockfield, whilst a range of restaurants, pubs and shops can be found in the bustling market town of Barnard Castle. Visit this historic town for The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle run by English Heritage, and walks along the River Tees. Begin exploring the scenic countryside by walking along the Pennine Way, picking up the trail at Middleton-in-Teesdale and continuing up the Tees Valley, coming to amazing natural beauty spots like High and Low Force waterfalls, Summerhill waterfall, and Cow Green Reservoir. Spend an afternoon making new furry friends at Teesdale Alpacas where you can delight in a picturesque stroll through the countryside alongside one of these friendly creatures, a holiday activity you're sure to remember! Enjoy quality time with your loved one in County Durham at Leadmill Piggery.
Barnard Castle is a lovely market town resting in County Durham, positioned south-east of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering an excellent base for exploring the countryside and surrounding peaks, Barnard Castle is home to a wealth of history, including the castle from where the town takes its name, along with shops, pubs and restaurants. Visit The Bowes Museum, the Pennine and Teesdale Ways, and Bishop Auckland.
Accommodation
Please Note: This property only accepts bookings that are minimum 3 nights.
All-ground-floor.
One king-size bedroom with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off-road parking.
Front patio with seating.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.3 miles, pub 1.8 miles.
Please note: There is no supporting facility to charge Electric Vehicles at this property.
Note: This property only accepts a minimum of 3 night stays
Nearby points of interest
- Bowes Museum
- Barnard Castle
Reviews (61)
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Christine
A bit quirky but thatâs what we love. Gorgeous setting and wonderful view of wildlife through full length windows. Hosts welcoming and friendly. Everything needed was available. Very relaxing break and batteries recharged for the new year.
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Megan
Owners are absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Will definitely be back
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Grace
Parking was a little difficult as it involved 3 point turns up a grass hill in order to turn round and to get in to the allocated spot which on rainy days didnât feel the best as your car has go to do this. We found the blinds in the cottage frustrating as they werenât working properly which meant we had a few days where one of the main lookout blinds was completely down ruining the view during the day. We did find the towels didnât dry very well in the cottage as the radiator in the bathroom wasnât big enough for all the towels and as there is no bathroom window, we did find things were smelling damp in there which wasnât the best but we couldnât dry things outside as it was a particularly wet week. Vacuum cleaner also seemed impossible to use with no suction when we tried to clean up at the end of our stay. Other than that the property was clean , comfortable and had everything we needed. We missed not having a washing machine and dishwasher but in such a small property you canât expect this and I feel that the price reflected the fact that the cottage didnât include those things which made for a cheap week away. Overall a lovely stay and would stay here again if we were to revisit the area but would bare the above factors in mind :)