Title: The Old Byre - 24970 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Old Byre - 24970 ## Photo gallery for The Old Byre - 24970 ![Exterior - The Old Byre - 24970 (Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32933400/32933323/f57772af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Old Byre - 24970 (Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32933400/32933323/eafc8bdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Old Byre - 24970 (Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32933400/32933323/2bed81ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, high chair, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Old Byre - 24970 (Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32933400/32933323/5e8ddeb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - The Old Byre - 24970 (Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32933400/32933323/ba7c321d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In England's 'last wilderness,' this charming accommodation offers a warm welcome with a private parking area and landscaped gardens. With a games room featuring a pool table, children's swings, and summer house on-site, there’s plenty to enjoy. After exploring the Durham Dales' rugged upland or historic market towns like Barnard Castle, relax in your cozy living room by the electric woodburner. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### The Old Byre - 24970 Ground floor family-size accommodation with many walks to enjoy in England’s ’last wilderness’ and castles to be discovered.. Ground Floor: Living room: TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Woodburner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath, Toilet. Private parking for 2 cars.. All properties: Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Games room with pool table (shared with other properties on-site). Landscaped gardens with lawned terraces, children’s swings and summer house (shared with owner and other properties on-site). ½-acre courtyard and patio with garden furniture and barbecue (shared with other properties on-site). No smoking. Please note: There is a pond 2 yards away, and a pond 30 yards away and 6 steps in the grounds. . Overlooking the River Wear, these superb conversions of the barn, old byre and stables provide a wonderful holiday retreat. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside and is set in a haven of peace and tranquillity. Adjoining one another, they lie within an attractive courtyard setting, complemented by a fountain and shrubberies. All the properties have been tastefully refurbished and are full of character and charm, with shared use of lovely grounds, children’s play area, summer house and games room. The pretty village of Frosterley has shops and pubs, with walks in every direction along Weardale. Described as England’s ’last wilderness’, and possibly one of the best kept secrets, the Durham Dales are situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, made up of a wonderful blend of rugged upland, impressive waterfalls, fertile river valleys and wild flower meadows. Pleasant towns and pretty villages dot the area – the historic market town of Barnard Castle lies within easy reach, and boasts castle remains overlooking the town, as well as the Bowes Museum. Built as an impressive French-style chateau, the museum houses a magnificent collection of fine and decorative art. Other places of interest are Raby Castle, the ruins of Egglestone Abbey and Rokeby Hall. Hexham (with stately abbey) is a good day trip out, as well as the splendid cathedral city of Durham, 15 miles. NB: Refs 24969, 24970, 24971 and 23712 (also on the same site) can be booked together to accommodate up to 27 guests. Free WiFi IMPORTANT INFORMATION for all properties - Free Wi-Fi available, however this facility cannot be guaranteed to be available at all times due to the unpredictability of Service Providers. There is a no smoking policy in place. Cots and highchairs are on request, please request at the time of booking. Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards. There is open water in the property grounds. Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - 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 ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32928300/32928228/w2595h1947x0y0-dc92997f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Frosterley Frosterley - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=32928228&PinnedHotelID=32928228&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88700000/88698100/88698095/cb11e3d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Flat Above 27 Bishop Auckland - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £254 includes taxes & fees 28 Feb - 1 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=88698095&PinnedHotelID=88698095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931300/32931266/a949f42d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Frosterley Frosterley - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=32931266&PinnedHotelID=32931266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=32933323&PinnedHotelID=32933323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=32933323,32928228,88698095,32931266) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Frosterley Near Bishop Auckland su-24970-24970 ## About the area Located in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is in a rural area. North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and North Pennines reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Weardale Railway and Hall Hill Farm. Eggleston Hall and Armstrong Hydraulic Engine are also worth visiting. [Visit our Bishop Auckland travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland.dx602738) [View more Cottages in Bishop Auckland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland-Cottages.d602738-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C54.72512%2C-1.96714&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=M-6Wp2BMMBx0YIsOCUQ-hJFnZ7Y=) Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland ### What's nearby - ![A woman crossing a stile on the Pennine Way, English Countryside walk.UK; Shutterstock ID 275558420; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655548/cf8dcb66-4453-42e4-8081-0dd828736be5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Pennines 11 min drive \- 8.2 miles - ![Hamsterly is an ideal Palace for walks and mountain bike trails, great fun day out for all the family, loads of differ t difficulty trails.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494370/9dd774ce-4aac-41e6-92fb-55b4bc398390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hamsterley Forest 18 min drive \- 12.8 miles - Weardale Railway 4 min drive \- 2.6 miles - North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 4 min drive \- 2.8 miles - Killhope Lead Mining Museum 7 min drive \- 3.8 miles ### Getting around - Bishop Auckland Station 22 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) 48 min drive ### Restaurants - Number 10 5 min drive - The Black Bull 5 min drive - Durham Dales Centre 4 min drive - Buon Appetito Italian Restaurant 5 min drive - Weardale Tandoori 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Byre - 24970 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Old Byre - 24970? ### What time is check-in at The Old Byre - 24970? ### What time is check-out at The Old Byre - 24970? ### Where is The Old Byre - 24970 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old Byre - 24970 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Owen 9 Oct 2020 #### Covid stopped us coming here in June, but the weather in September was excellent! The cottage was wa Covid stopped us coming here in June, but the weather in September was excellent! The cottage was warm, spacious & comfortable, well-cleaned before our arrival, and the owner was very helpful. We had a great break, walking in the area and frequenting local pubs. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Owen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen 16 Sept 2020 #### A lovely cottage, only slight disadvantage was light in the lounge, not possible to read by in eveni A lovely cottage, only slight disadvantage was light in the lounge, not possible to read by in evenings. Although the facilities in Frosterly were limited, it was in easy reach of the moors and countryside and other slightly larger villages and we found it all delightful. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Maureen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 13 Sept 2020 #### The Old Byre was clean and well equipped and we were warmly welcomed by the owner. The Old Byre was clean and well equipped and we were warmly welcomed by the owner. The cottage was a very good base for visiting Durham, Newcastle and parts of the North Pennines. There are some very good walks directly from the cottage. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Paul This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanika 15 Aug 2020 #### W We had a lovely time and would highly recommend lovely place and cottage Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Tanika This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca 13 Aug 2019 #### Brilliant cottage in a lovely location. Brilliant cottage in a lovely location. We loved the games room and grounds as they kept the kids occupied. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you could possibly need and the cottage was really clean and cosy. ##### Rebecca ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Charming 2-bed Cottage in the Heart of Stanhope](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland-Hotels-Charming-2-Bed-Cottage-In-Stanhope.h61501679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > > [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Pinewood Manchester Airport-Wilmslow Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilmslow-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Pinewood-On-Wilmslow-Hotel-Cheshire.h22074.Hotel-Information) > > [Manor House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland-Hotels-Manor-House-Hotel.h5851074.Hotel-Information) > > [4 Bed Luxury Durham Dales Home](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h71918160.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > > [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > > [The Red Brick Barn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland-Hotels-The-Red-Brick-Barn.h68817796.Hotel-Information) > > [Fisherman's Cot, Tiverton by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tiverton-Hotels-Fishermans-Cot.h11900175.Hotel-Information) > > [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---