Guests say
Prospect House in Northumberland receives high praise for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the property's suitability for large families and pets, with ample room for relaxation and socialising. The surrounding area offers lovely walks and friendly locals, enhancing the stay. Some guests suggest minor improvements, but overall experiences are overwhelmingly positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Guests consistently note the property's cleanliness, describing it as 'very clean' and 'spotlessly clean'. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to the comfort and enjoyment of their stays.
The location is praised for its peacefulness, beautiful surroundings, and opportunities for walks and exploration. However, some guests mention the village's isolation and the closure of the local pub, which slightly impacts the convenience factor.
Reviewers find the house comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and spacious rooms. The property provides a warm and cosy environment, even during winter stays, which guests appreciate.
The property is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and guests enjoy additional amenities like the playroom. Some reviews suggest that certain aspects, such as the showers and garden, could benefit from maintenance and TLC.
While guests express gratitude for the welcoming gift and the helpfulness of the owner and caretaker, there are not enough references to specific thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gestures, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Prospect House is a detached double-fronted cottage in the charming former mining village of Rookhope, County Durham. This attractive Rookhope cottage is perfect for large families or groups of friends wishing to explore this stunning region, or simply as a place to enjoy a relaxing break away. Offering tasteful decor, this cottage in Rookhope has wooden floors, a superb kitchen with large dining table and a comfortable sitting room, plus the snug room is an ideal place for children to unwind in peace with their own TV, giving the adults time on their own. There are five wonderful bedrooms at your County Durham cottage, including two with en-suite facilities, and the first floor family bathroom is perfect for soaking aching limbs after a day spent walking and exploring the rolling hills of County Durham. This striking Rookhope cottage also has a rear lawned garden with patio, so pour a long cold drink, and soak up the unique sounds of the surrounding countryside, or why not stroll along to the friendly village pub for a pint or two? The area surrounding this Rookhope cottage is perfect for walking, birdwatching, cycling and touring, and is well-positioned for trips to the Northern Lakes, historical Hexham, Hadrian's Wall and Durham City, with its magnificent cathedral. Take a trip further afield and visit Newcastle and the Metro Centre, Bowes Museum, Beamish Open Air Museum, and the magnificent Heritage Coast. This large County Durham cottage is an excellent base to discover the numerous delights of this unspoilt area.
Rookhope is a former mining village in the North Pennines. The village offers stone cottages, a shop and a pub, and it's situated close to the C2C cycle route. Close by is the market town of Stanhope, and within driving distance is Hexham, Hadrians Wall, Hamsterley Forest, Killhope Lead Mining Museum, Barnard Castle and the city of Durham.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 3 x double (two with en-suite shower, basin and WC), 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room (seats 8).
Snug.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Parking for 3 cars in village hall car park behind property.
Passes for cars and keys for car park gates can be found inside property upon arrival.
Additional parking for 2 cars in garage adjacent to property, and on roadside to the front.
Lockable bike storage.
Lawned garden with patio.
Three well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- South Tynedale Railway
- Hub Heritage & Transport Museum
Reviews (49)
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David
The house is big and plenty of room for everyone to do their on thing. It had all the facilities you would expect and was very comfortable. It was ideal for the places we had intended to visit. The weather could have been better but that's the English summer for you.
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Linsey
Everything you could possibly need was inside the property. Including catering for our dog. It was very spacious, beautifully presented and clean. It was in an idyllic location with rolling hills, streams and livestock running in the fields. The local horses on the opposite field paid us a daily visit which was just lovely. We had a welcoming gift on arrival which was very thoughtful. All the party had a wonderful, relaxing time after a long day of exciting excursions. Beamish, Bowes Museum and Hall Hill farm are a great day out for the family. There are some great local walks too. An absolute must stay for anyone.
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Ben
Beds are very comfortable! the views around the house are spectacular and the walls even better! Watching a barn owl hunting every night from the front room window was our highlight! Local people are very warm and chatty also.