Title: 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope 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 # 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope Cottage in Bishop Auckland with kitchen and fireplace ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83500000/83498200/83498147/5de5043e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83500000/83498200/83498147/ad11f7e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83500000/83498200/83498147/09966fdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83500000/83498200/83498147/bb8eae7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83500000/83498200/83498147/28834c3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to East Blackdene, a charming country cottage in the Durham Dales. Unwind by the open fire in the living room or enjoy far-reaching views of rolling countryside from your private garden. This stone cottage offers home-from-home comforts and is perfectly positioned for exploring St John’s Chapel village, with its riverside walks and local amenities. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope Leave the hustle and bustle behind and relax and unwind at this idyllic country cottage.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Smart TV, Open Fire, French Doors Leading To Garden Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Enclosed front garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: 2 steps in garden.. East Blackdene enjoys an elevated position above St John’s Chapel in the Durham Dales. Tucked away in a small hamlet, this is the perfect retreat to escape to whether you are looking for a walking holiday or simply some quality time to enjoy stunning landscapes and relaxation. This traditional style stone cottage is set within a lovely garden enjoying far reaching views. Inside, the cottage feels warm and welcoming with home from home comforts. The living room has wooden beams and comfortable sofas set around an open fire and Smart TV, imagine curling up in the cooler months, while French doors open out to the pretty garden and the beautiful views of the rolling countryside beyond. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you will need for your stay. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms accommodate a variety of sleeping arrangements whether a couple, family, or group of friends. Situated in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, St John’s Chapel is increasingly popular with cyclists doing the alternative C2C route, for walkers there is the long distance Weardale Way, quiet walks by the river and Harthope Burn or more strenuous walks to the higher ground overlooking the valley. Within a short walk of the cottage, you are down at the riverside and can cross into the village of St John’s Chapel, the largest village in the upper dale, the town hall has a fortnightly cinema, a food store, post office/gift shop, two public houses and a cafe. Within a 7 mile drive the pretty market town of Stanhope, with an 18th-century Stanhope Castle in the centre of the town, a heated open-air swimming pool, the famous fossil tree which is approximately 320 million years old and the Durham Dales Centre, which hosts craft shops and an award-winning tearoom. The popular, annual Stanhope Agricultural Show on the second weekend in September was first held in 1834. Derwent Reservoir is within a 30-minute drive and perfect for those interested in sailing and fishing, whilst providing a lovely location to walk. Weardale Adventure Centre, 4 miles, offer a host of outdoor activities including canoeing, rock climbing, high ropes, archery, and lots more. There is also Weardale ski club, 4 miles. A great day our for the family is the Killhope Lead mining Museum, 5 miles. NB slightly steep and narrow access to East Blackdene hamlet. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112120000/112117800/112117783/d65e2301.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Cottage in Alston • King Beds • Free Wi-Fi • Flat-Screen TV Alston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=112117783&PinnedHotelID=112117783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113340000/113335300/113335242/68b02d20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magpie Cottage - North East Escapes Stanhope - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=113335242&PinnedHotelID=113335242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74250000/74242000/74241996/4c4f4c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Cottage with Log Burner-King Bed-Parking-Wifi-Dog Friendly Bishop Auckland - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly £170 includes taxes & fees 13 Nov - 14 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=74241996&PinnedHotelID=74241996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91300000/91295000/91294919/392117fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Pet friendly Cottage in beautiful Weardale Ireshopeburn - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=91294919&PinnedHotelID=91294919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93022700/93022681/23504139.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | Himmell Consett - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=93022681&PinnedHotelID=93022681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114349200/114349125/dd85cc06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Low Houses Farmhouse Newbiggin, near Barnard Castle - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=114349125&PinnedHotelID=114349125&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901200/32901151/8c3efe86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston Alston - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=32901151&PinnedHotelID=32901151&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105680000/105671600/105671554/879607a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Stanhope, near Bishop Auckland Stanhope, near Bishop Auckland - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=105671554&PinnedHotelID=105671554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100190000/100186100/100186062/9b3ea8f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to Ivy Cottage in Stanhope, County 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 su-UK40107-UK40107 ## 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%7C54.74226%2C-2.18656&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wPRrfV5jLfr60J5RNxucvadOrrU=) East Blackdene, near Stanhope #### What's nearby - Weardale Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - North Pennines - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles - North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 14 min drive - 9.9 miles - High Force - 18 min drive - 10.7 miles - Hamsterley Forest - 34 min drive - 24.6 miles #### Getting around - Haydon Bridge Station - 32 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 88 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The High Force Hotel - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Blue Bell Inn - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Hemmel Café - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hare And Hounds - ‬5 min drive - Pizza Hut ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in East Blackdene, near Stanhope located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Weardale Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of North Pennines and Killhope Lead Mining Museum. Allenheads Heritage Centre and Armstrong Hydraulic Engine are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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