Title: Drover's Cottage 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 # Drover's Cottage Cottage in Bishop Auckland with kitchen ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993100/26993056/ed642211.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living room | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993100/26993056/5c478f93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993100/26993056/07366172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993100/26993056/b1a15199.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993100/26993056/a42563e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Drover's Cottage provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking included - Kitchen - Free WiFi £285 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct ## 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. ### Drover's Cottage Cottage in Bishop Auckland with kitchen This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Added amenities include a washing machine, free WiFi and a TV. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Highchair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service - Virtual front desk ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72958000/72957908/2ffcd697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Colliery Stables Durham - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 8.8 Excellent 31 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=72957908&PinnedHotelID=72957908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6414400/6414345/ba51b442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Mill Knitsley Consett - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Tennis court 8.6 Excellent 205 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=6414345&PinnedHotelID=6414345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email with check-in information A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is professionally cleaned 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 Drover's Cottage Bishop Auckland Drover's Bishop Auckland Drover's Cottage Cottage Drover's Cottage Bishop Auckland Drover's Cottage Cottage Bishop Auckland ## 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%7C54.74130%2C-1.87880&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=d2gn8bC_4gKId84womdwLPeaEZE=) Bishop Auckland, England #### What's nearby - North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles - Hamsterley Forest - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles - Witton Castle - 22 min drive - 10.8 miles - Durham University - 24 min drive - 17.3 miles - Beamish Open Air Museum - 27 min drive - 19.0 miles #### Getting around - Shildon Station - 23 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Green - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Black Bull - ‬19 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive - ‪Number 10 The Coffee Shop - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Frosterley Inn - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Drover's Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Drover's Cottage? > As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drover's Cottage on 7 Oct 2025 start from £285.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland-Hotels-Drovers-Cottage.h26993056.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Drover's Cottage? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Drover's Cottage? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Drover's Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Drover's Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hall Hill Farm, Weardale Railway and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Hamsterley Forest 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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