Title: 3 bedroom accommodation in Witton Gilbert, near Durham 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 Witton Gilbert, near Durham ![Dishwasher, high chair, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262410/a4d15692.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262410/a404add2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262410/88e113ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262410/406c566f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262410/136bb027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the picturesque village of Witton Gilbert, The Cart Shed offers a tranquil retreat with an electric jacuzzi hot tub and expansive garden. Spacious bedrooms, underfloor heating in en-suite and bathroom areas create a warm ambiance; modern kitchen amenities like dishwasher, fridge make mealtime easy. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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 Witton Gilbert, near Durham Situated on the outskirts of a pretty village, and with its own private electric jacuzzi hot tub, The Cart Shed is perfect for a family break.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 48" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating (underfloor in en-suite and bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and gas BBQ. Electric jacuzzi hot tub for 6 (private) on lower deck with bogoda. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. The Cart Shed has been built to the very highest of standards and is a super detached holiday home in an excellent location and adjacent to the owner’s home. All on one level with large windows, excellent standard furnishing and top quality fixtures and fittings, guests will find that The Cart Shed is the perfect location for a quiet, luxury, well-earned family holiday or a super celebration spot for friends and family to enjoy spending quality time together. Absolutely ideal too for guests with limited walking abilities, all of the rooms are spacious, accessible and really well laid out. The open plan living area boasts a solid wood floor, beautiful wood burner and sliding doors that open the room out into the private garden area. The kitchen area is very well finished with excellent quality fixtures and fittings and ample modern appliances including a dishwasher, fridge, freezer, electric hob, electric oven and washing machine. With high ceilings and quirky wooden beam feature this room is a delight to sit in and would make a great place for family meals and celebrations. Further along the hallway, guests will find two double bedrooms each with a zip and link bed and views across the garden and beyond. The master bedroom offers equally spacious accommodation and a super kingsize bed as well as a very useful en suite shower room with shower cubicle, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. The family bathroom is once again finished to a high standard and offers a free standing bath, separate shower cubicle, heated towel rail and his and hers wash basins – luxury indeed. The small village of Witton Gilbert has a thriving community and boasts a local farm shop and a couple of great pubs that sell good food all year round. A great spot too for walkers and cyclists, there are many established public footpaths from the village leading into the city and beyond into the scenic countryside of County Durham. Durham itself has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status and is packed full of historic and interesting sites to visit. The cathedral and castle dominate the market place and must be visited at any time of year as there are often popular exhibitions being presented. Also great for a spot of lunch, dinner or afternoon tea, there are many quirky tea shops, restaurants, bistros and the smallest gin bar in the county. The River Wear runs through the city and guests will be able to take a river cruise along it or enjoy a row in a rowing boat. The Lumiere Festival takes place every couple of years in November and brings the city to life with live art, music and light shows in the open air theatre that the city becomes. A little further afield but still within an easy 30 minute drive, guests will be able to take a day trip out to the very popular Beamish Living Museum of the North, see the famous Angel of the North statue in Gateshead, enjoy a day’s shopping at the MetroCentre and explore the vibrant city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Beach 17½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile. Free WiFi Only dogs allowed at the property. One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference prior to arrival). ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Single level property - 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) - 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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 ### 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 2 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 su-UKC3579-UKC3579 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Witton Gilbert Near Durham ## About the area Located in Durham, this cottage is in a rural area. Beamish Open Air Museum and St. James' Park are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Quayside. Diggerland and Adventure Valley are also worth visiting. [Visit our Durham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham.dx4628) [View more Cottages in Durham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Cottages.d4628-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%7C54.80334%2C-1.63640&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RzhL1N7Lo3BVx_sXo2aptAyHmzo=) Witton Gilbert, near Durham ### What's nearby - Diggerland - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles - Gala Theatre Durham - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles - Durham Castle - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles - Durham Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles - Durham University - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles ### Getting around - Durham Station - 5 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Greggs - ‬4 min drive - ‪New Board Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dunelm Ridge Brewers Fayre - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Flass Pub - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Travellers Rest - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Witton Gilbert, near Durham pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Witton Gilbert, near Durham? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Witton Gilbert, near Durham? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Witton Gilbert, near Durham located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Diggerland and within 6 miles (10 km) of Waldridge Fell Country Park and Gala Theatre Durham. Holmside Park and St. Nicholas Church are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3 bedroom accommodation in Witton Gilbert, near Durham Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam H. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Daughters Birthday Weekend A wonderful property, everything was very comfortable, especially the huge sofa and the beds. There were fresh farm eggs, milk and a bottle of Fizz waiting for us when we arrived, a lovely touch. We very much enjoyed our stay and will be booking again. ##### Sam H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A must return to venue Just so comfortable, brilliant layout and amenities. Close to City, countryside, East coast beaches and local pubs. Fabulously safe for dogs (as long as they are used to noise from near neighbours in similar holiday home complex) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [61 Durham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels-Hallgarth-The-Manor-House.h11899363.Hotel-Information) > > [Bowburn Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels-Bowburn-Hall-Hotel.h6232959.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [The Avenue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels-The-Avenue-Inn.h6473860.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [Burnhopeside Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels-Burnhopeside-Hall.h10481895.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-5-Detached-Stone-Cottage-With-A-Private-Indoor-Pool.h31752210.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [My Way Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels-My-Way-Guest-House.h32787583.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information)