Title: Pass the Keys | Charming Edwardian Stone Cottage Countryside Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | Charming Edwardian Stone Cottage Countryside Views Holiday home in Barnard Castle with kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108771900/108771858/69443bc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108771900/108771858/01c82f92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108771900/108771858/10330f15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108771900/108771858/9f9f701d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108771900/108771858/7a74cdc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to this charming Edwardian stone-built cottage in Barnard Castle, with lovely countryside views. Unwind by the wood-burning stove in the lounge or enjoy a home-cooked meal around the large dining table in the kitchen diner. The perfect blend of tranquillity and comfort awaits you. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41195 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | Charming Edwardian Stone Cottage Countryside Views Welcome to our beautiful Edwardian 2-bedroom stone-built property, situated in Barnard Castle, with lovely countryside views. Guests can enjoy a cosy ambiance with a wood-burning stove in the lounge, a spacious, well-equipped kitchen diner, and two beautiful bedrooms. An ideal base for your next getaway! Our cottage in Barnard Castle offers the perfect blend of countryside tranquillity and modern comfort. Upon entering the cottage, guests can relax in the large lounge, with ample seating for all guests and a wood-burning stove to relax by on those winter evenings. There is a TV and several books for entertainment also. The kitchen diner is well-equipped with both large and small appliances, including; dishwasher, fridge-freezer, oven and hob. Along with smaller appliances such as kettle, toaster and microwave. There is a large dining table for you to socialise and enjoy a homecooked meal around. It is a space I particularly enjoy after a day of being out and about - great for unwinding together! Off from the kitchen, there is a laundry/utility space with a washing machine and dryer. Ideal if you have a spot of washing that needs doing. Upstairs you can enjoy a restful night sleep in the master bedroom. This features a double bedroom and for storage, a large chest of drawers and a wardrobe. The master bedroom is also where you find the best view! The second bedroom has two single beds making it perfect for children or friends. Storage space is not in short supply with a wardrobe and shelving space. This room also comes with a desk and does make for a peaceful place to do some work/studying. There is a family bathroom, modern in style and recently renovated. Relax in the rolltop bath, or if you rather, there is a standalone shower. Step outside to the charming courtyard with a seating area, ideal for relaxing with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine while taking in the tranquil surroundings. \*\*Amenities:\*\* \- Free street parking directly outside the property \- Washer-dryer for your convenience \- Desk in the second bedroom for remote work \- Plenty of storage space in both bedrooms \*\*Nearby Amenities:\*\* \- \*\*Morrisons:\*\* 2 miles away \- \*\*Lidl:\*\* 1.5 miles away \- \*\*Home Bargains:\*\* 1.5 miles away \*\*Local Attractions:\*\* \- \*\*The Bowes Museum:\*\* A fascinating museum with a diverse collection of art, ceramics, and textiles. \- \*\*High Force Waterfall:\*\* One of England's most spectacular waterfalls, perfect for nature lovers. \- \*\*Raby Castle:\*\* A historic castle with beautiful gardens and deer park. \- \*\*Egglestone Abbey:\*\* Explore the ruins of this picturesque abbey set by the River Tees. Guests will have access to the whole property. The courtyard has shared access with the neighbours, though they will not use it, just merely pass through if necessary. Directional instructions will be sent to you when the booking is confirmed. Please do follow these as Satnavs/Google Maps do not always find the right place. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys we require guest verification, which is provided by Superhog. Upon confirming your booking, Superhog will reach out to the lead booker through a secure link, providing detailed instructions for verification. The online verification process requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once verification is successfully completed, the check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,195 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36180000/36172600/36172593/c9732e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bothy-Detached cottage,1 mile from Barnard Castle, Pet Friendly, EV Charger Barnard Castle - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=36172593&PinnedHotelID=36172593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104850000/104844300/104844257/c449faff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3869411 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.55393%2C-1.89561&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2Zk_OvfmwkhRln-eFcxC66uH4jo=) Stainton #### What's nearby - Barnard Castle - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Bowes Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Egglestone Abbey - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - The Garage Spa - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles - Raby Castle - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles #### Getting around - Heighington Station - 22 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cross Lanes Organic Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Cricketers Arms - ‬3 min drive - ‪Red Well Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪Three Horse Shoes - ‬3 min drive - ‪Coach & Horses - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Charming Edwardian Stone Cottage Countryside Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Charming Edwardian Stone Cottage Countryside Views located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Barnard Castle, Bowes Museum and Egglestone Abbey. The Garage Spa and Raby Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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