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Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle

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4.8
out of 5
County Durham » Stanhope
Sleeps up to 2
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Set in the private grounds of Stanhope castle with its own private hot tub.Cosy cave is a Sykes cottages award winning property.Enter into the hallway which leads to the well equipped kitchen to cater for two people.Double bedroom.Large bathroom with freestanding bath and walk in shower.Archway which leads to seating area set for two persons, then into the quirky cave living room with two armchairs to watch freeview or a blue ray on the all sound surround cinema system.Cosy cave is the ideal property for a romantic break or a relaxing getaway for yourself.
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About Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle

Set in the private grounds of Stanhope castle with its own private hot tub. Cosy cave is a Sykes cottages award winning property.

Enter into the hallway which leads to the well equipped kitchen to cater for two people. Double bedroom.

Large bathroom with freestanding bath and walk in shower. Archway which leads to seating area set for two persons, then into the quirky cave living room with two armchairs to watch freeview or a blue ray on the all sound surround cinema system.

Cosy cave is the ideal property for a romantic break or a relaxing getaway for yourself.

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Cottages Near Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle

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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
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A beautiful cottage located in the village of Stanhope, County Durham. Open-plan. Pleasant views. Hot tub. Luxury accommodation. Durham 22 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
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Luxurious mews conversion in the County Durham market town of Stanhope. Within Stanhope Castle. Central location. North Pennines AONB.
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Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Hot Tub
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This courtyard cottage is situated in Stanhope, Durham. Open-plan living. Luxurious rooms. Durham 22 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
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A dramatic and delightful all-ground-floor property, set within the lands of Stanhope Castle, at the centre of Stanhope itself. Dog-friendly. Spa room. On the border of the North Pennines AONB. Durham 19.7 miles.
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Sleeps 7
Pets 1
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A delightful castle apartment nestled in the market town of Stanhope, Durham. Sauna. En-suite. Spacious rooms. Durham 22 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
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A wonderful cottage nestled in the village of Stanhope, County Durham. Contemporary finish. Ideal for families. Off-road parking. Luxury accommodation. Durham 22 miles.
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Hot Tub
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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
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Pets 1
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Beautiful stone-built property in the hamlet of Burnside. Woodburning stove. En-suites, Jacuzzi bath, hot tub. A superb property for a large family gathering all-year-round. Rookhope 0.5 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
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Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle Reviews

I took my partner away for her birthday, she loved it this is an amazing ... I took my partner away for her birthday, she loved it this is an amazing apartment, she loved the castle and cave , lovely town and people , if your looking for somewhere special To go this is the place , value for money and a hot tub
Couldnt fault the cosy cave. Absolutely perfect little get away for me and my girlfriend. The dog loved it as well. Lovely surrounding areas, and friendly locals. 1010
Adrian
We wanted an unusual quirky holiday cottage to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary, well we certainly got this within a castle, with a living room in a tunnel. Everything was brilliantly clean on arrival and plenty of cooking facilities in the kitchen. We had lots of tea,coffee and sugar in the pots. We especially loved the hot tub after a day of visiting places which involved lots of walking.
Absolutely lovely cosy cave couldnt fault anything, the hot tub is brilliant! We took two mini schnauzers and they loved pottering around the courtyard when we were outside
Lovely 4night stay at The Cosy Cave will definitely return
The Cosy Cave is a must for a short break. Great facilities set in a stunning area. We were made to feel welcome by both Scott & Ruth and the process ran smoothly, from booking through to the checkout. We would recommend the Cosy Cave to anyone and have already done so with family and friends. It was that great a break that we are potentially going to book again for later in the year.
Vincent
Poor communication and lack of support with any issues. First night arrived hot tub wasnt ready so couldnt use until second night. The next afternoon the loo stop flushing and we didnt have anyone respond to us. Had to go 2.5 days and night with no working loo which was really disappointing, we used the local cafe and pub toilets when we could. This ruined our time away, if this got sorted then I would easily recommend the place as it was a lovely place, nice and comfy however no response to reporting issues was a big let down. A week later and not even had any acknowledgment regarding this. A loo is one of the things you cant go without, there was a sign saying only toilet roll to go in so not sure if they knew it was broken, Im past the age of needing anything apart from loo roll but toilet wouldnt flush. Extremely disappointed in the service from the owners leaving us without a loo for this length of time.
STANHOPE IS A TOWN WITH EVERYTHING NEEDED. COSY CAVE WAS COMFY AND FITTED OUT WITH ALL ONE REQUIRES FOR A QUIET HOLIDAY IN THE NORTH PENNINES.RECOMMENDED TO ANYONE.
Kirsty
Wonderful property. Perfect for a weekend break.
This is the second time we have stayed at the Cosy Cave. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend! The decor is great and the facilities did not disappoint. We look forward to coming back again.
Weve had a relaxing week. The kitchen was wellstocked with cutlery, utensils and the essentials. Furnishings and bathroom are lovely certainly quirky. Outdoor area was nice and we enjoyed breakfast and long days outside in the sun. Saying you had a lawn was a bit of a stretch. A welcome basket would have been nice. Other Sykes cottages have left us dog treats, homebaked cakes, butter, biscuits etc. That was missing here. Wed have liked the hot tub a couple of degrees warmer. The bed could be bigger. Woif was unreliable. Tab needs more stable connection to channels. We stayed in probably the most expensive week of the year and it cost 931. Although we had a nice time, the accommodation needs some TLC and attention to be worth this much. Around the 700 mark would be a fairer price. Also lacking was a better thought out indoor eating area. The place where we hung our clothes was covered in spiders webs and spiders. Yes its a property from the 13th century but a bit of TLC is needed. The two arm chairs could be replace with a lovely comfy twoseater. These were not as comfortable as they looked and actually the premise of a cinema room was stretching it a bit far! In essence a quirky property. Not 5 and excellent more 4 and good with improvements needed.
Lovely cave, the hot tub is very open with people walking past to other rooms not as private as thought from the listing but lovely. The decoration and design is really unique and special. Will definitely return.
Corinne
Cosy cave is a lovely spacious accommodation. With everything you need provided. Situated in a perfect location with everything on your doorstep.
Ideal if weather is nice nothing to really fault
Fabulous property and so unique. The cottage was beautifully and tastefully furnished to a high standard. We loved the cinema room which was cosy and atmospheric and enjoyed a full range of viewing on the large screen. As the weather was warm and sunny we ate outside for most of our meals enjoying the seclusion of the court garden behind the castle gates. The hot tub was bliss especially after a days sightseeing!! This property is an absolute gem of a find and I will be recommending it to friends and family. We'll be back!!!
Lovely little quirky place to stay, everything you need for a short break, nipping clean and in a lovely location on the market square. If I'd stayed longer I might have missed a dishwasher and tumble dryer.
My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay at the Cosy Cave at Stanhope Castle. The accommodation was clean, well laid out and comfortable. The owners Scott and Ruth were very helpful and friendly. Some great walks in the area, the dogs loved it. The local people are very friendly and helpful. Some nice pubs in the village, the Grey bull, Bonny moorhen and the Pack horse inn. There is a very good Indian Takeaway and also a very good fish and chip shop, recommend them all. Definitely give a thumbs up to Stanhope Castle,
Katherine
Absolutely beautiful property. Would stay again. Only small feedback is the light comes into the bedroom quite bright, as a light sleeper I was woken by this a black out blind would be just the ticket! Absolutely brilliant property and the village and location was amazing!
Our stay at Stanhope Castle has been great. We where staying. In The comfy cave. It was a totally new experience for us .It was ideal for a base to go on visits all over the historical eriea or just staying in .chilling out taking. Full advantage of the hot tub or watching movies.in the cavern. You are a stones throw away.cafs And five takeaways local Coop .you really don't need to bring any food.This Holiday location is ideal for winter or summer breaks .with three pubs.what can possibly go wrong. we will definitely com back.The team at the Castle were very accomodating and helpfull.With a special Thanks to Ruth for all her help TANK you for your wellcom pack and my wife's birthday card and chocolates.
This was the third time we have stayed at the cosy cave and absolutely love it. The attention to detail is top quality, the facilities are perfect and the location and amenities are spot on. We would highly recommend this very quirky but amazing property. The hot tub was so relaxing no matter what the weather and the cinema room has everything you would want for chilling. The whole holiday experience was flawless and we will be returning. Thank you Stanhope Castle
What a lovely, lovely place to stay! Couldnt fault in anyway! Lovely little gem in Stanhope! Accomodation is stunning, we had everything we needed from start to finish including a welcome treat of champagne and chocolates! The visitors book was very helpful for restaurants and places to visit in the local area and the hot tub was amazing! A wonderful weeks break in a stunning little cottage would 100 recommend again and we will be returning!
Absolutely fantastic stay, the castle was amazing we will be back. thank you for a lovely weekend
Benjamin
Lovely property, nice and clean when we arrived. And helpful directions when arriving. The hot tub was great as well as the stereo system with the blue Ray system in the cave. Only problem was the heating seemed to come on at random.
Lesley
We had a fabulous time at the Cozy Cave, quirky and imaginative place to stay. Beautifully decorated, fully equipped with everything you need and more. We will return !
Elizabeth
Cosy Cave was a wonderful property for our holiday, really comfy and clean with really interesting quirky decor. We had a great time staying here and would happily come again. The hot tub was also really lovely and so nice to come home to at the end of the day.
Steven
Lovely stay at cosy cave stanhope castle lovely area with nice walks good ... Lovely stay at cosy cave stanhope castle lovely area with nice walks good stocked shops and friendly bars plenty of equipment in the apartment and superb hot tub
This was our third stay at Stanhope Castle, and won't be our last. We have also returned with family following our first stay, and have recommended it to friends. We have stayed in a different property each time, and will choose a different property next time. Each property is beautifully and individually decorated, and well maintained. The properties are well equipped and you have everything you need for the duration of your stay. The owners are lovely and very friendly, and easily contactable if the need arises. A bonus with the Cave is the open space and private garden furniture, which not all other properties benefit from this provides an opportunity to dine or enjoy time and drinks outside. The castle is subdivided into various other properties, some of which are residential. We have always fround the the residents to be friendly and happy to pass the time of day you should however, be mindful and respectful of their amenity in terms of noise, hours of hot tub use, parking etc. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing break, you won't be disappointed.
Suzanne
Thoroughly enjoyed our weeks holiday with our dog, everything we needed was on the door step, pubs, shops, take aways, caf yet it was a very quiet town. The cottage, which was cosy, was clean and had everything we needed. We would certainly go back.
Michael
The cosy cave was perfect , the village of Stanhope is so friendly and the ... The cosy cave was perfect , the village of Stanhope is so friendly and the location is perfect to go and see all the nearby cities and castles etc
The Cosy Cave is a quirky, characterful apartment. Very stylish and perfectly situated within Stanhope. We had a lovely time and would love to return sometime soon. I would have liked more information about how things worked in the apartment. Also recommendation on takeaways, restaurants, things to do etc.
Andrew
We had a great stay in the cosy cave, the house was lovely and extremely clean, the hot tub and outside area were excellent. Our only issue hence the 4 stars instead of 5 was the heating especially in the cave, we were cold in the cave which was a shame as it as a lovely place to sit. Stanhope is a lovely place where we had lovely meals out and lovely walks
Penelope
It was a beautiful place . The cosy cave was lovely . We took our very well behaved dog and I thought we would have our own private area . Luckily the family above us sharing our drive and area loved the dog as he is very friendly it worked well . There was a lot of information about picking up the dog whoopee and keeping off the bed etc etc . Maybe this should be emphasised prior to the visit . Taz does not sleep on our bed at home and very happy sleeping in his own bed next to me . We would definitely go back to Stanhope Castle an bring our family .
Robert
Absolutely beautiful quirky spot. .. we managed to book for what was the hottest weekend of the year so far so didn't get to use the actual cave as much as anticipated just because it would be a shame to waste so much sun! Ruth and Scott were a delight to deal with, very helpful upon arrival etc. The courtyard garden on an evening with the gate closed was very picturesque and relaxing. Only a few minor niggles, we could of had a couple more towels provided but to be fair we never asked and I'm sure they would of been provided if we did. One thought for improving the property would be a proper curtain rail and curtains in the main bedroom for sleeps in on sunny mornings! lack of any form of welcome tray basket was a bit amiss, usually in our experience and in this price range its almost expected, and when reading the guest book it looks like it has been provided previously. That said we had a lovely experience, having the town so close for amenities is really great, shops are handy so close, the pub was nice and the takeaway brilliant, the grounds are beautiful and whilst we were there we have rebooked the Knights Corner for next year to take the family away. Couldn't recommend this place enough.
The only negatives were lack of communication and lack of information.
Dillon
The most perfect little getaway for me my partner and our pup , the cosy cave was beautiful, it had such a calm And chilling Ora to it . ..hot tub was amazing and the surroundings are truley breathtaking . We will be back for sure !
Fabulous quirky accommodation. Really enjoyed the cinema room and hot tub. Lovely area to visit.
Cosy Cave was the perfect retreat to spend a long weekend and get away from it all, there was nothing to fault with everything provided that you need when away from home. The hot tub was relaxing and the whole atmosphere left us relaxed and rested before heading home.
Really lovely cottage will return as soon as I can. The town of Stanhope has everything you need and is so friendly.Plenty to see in the local area
Perfect, quirky, great hot tub, good dvd selection
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Attractions Near Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what County Durham has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Go Ape Northumberland - NE48 1NT
about 20 Miles
Go Ape! has really taken off and become one of the most popular attractions in the UK.  The Northumberland course is set in the stunning grounds of Matfin Hall.  Described as a high wire forest adventure this really is one for the more daring as the course takes place right up in the tree tops.  Giant tree top obstacle courses include ladders, bridges, tunnels and some of the country's best zip lines.  You will be provided with all safety equipment and training on site.