Title: 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring 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 # 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring Cottage in Houghton le Spring with kitchen ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32915300/32915264/b4045910.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32915300/32915264/24e1b529.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32915300/32915264/78da1e32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32915300/32915264/654e70f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32915300/32915264/eda8a87e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Houghton-le-Spring, The Briar Rose offers a warm welcome to families and couples. Enjoy a home-from-home experience with an enclosed lawned garden, patio furniture, private parking for one car or two small cars and Wi-Fi included. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi £519 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov ## 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. ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring Ideal for a couple or a small family wishing to spend time in the city of Durham and explore the whole of County Durham, with easy access to Northumberland.. Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire Kitchen/dining room: 32" Freeview TV, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car or 2 small cars; additional on road parking available.. Perfectly positioned on a quiet residential estate in the peaceful town of Houghton–le–Spring, guests will find The Briar Rose on the cusp of County Durham and Tyne and Wear. Almost equidistant between the cathedral city of Durham, 7 miles, and the city of Sunderland, 6 miles, there really is plenty of opportunity to explore and enjoy the attractions of the north east. Perfect for small families, the popular Beamish Living Museum is only a 10-minute drive away and is open all year. Ideal for walkers and cyclists, there are many paths and walks that cross through the area. Sunderland is nearby and offers beautiful beaches, a harbour, shopping centre and the National Glass Centre, as well as a cinema complex and bowling alley. Only a 20-minute drive away is the historic city of Durham with the magnificent cathedral and castle, definitely worth a visit, as is the Gala Theatre. Packed with restaurants, bistros, cafés and bars, Durham is a thriving city with plenty of entertainment all year. Enjoy the bi-annual Lumiere Festival, Annual Book Week, jazz festival, arts festival, miners’ gala, as well as the weekly farmers’ market and pavement artists that line the streets and market place. For retail therapy, visitors will find some beautiful boutiques, along with many high street names and designers. Located just over 13 miles away is the thriving city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne with its historic bridges and architecture, as well as attractions including The Sage (a venue for live music), Newcastle Metro Arena and The Centre For Life, an interactive science museum. The Metrocentre in Gateshead is only 12 miles away, and guests will find themselves spoilt for choice with designer brands, high street stores, cinema, bowling alley and restaurants. Within a one-hour drive there is the opportunity for guests to visit the magnificent Northumbrian coastline, Northumberland National Park, Holy Island, Alnwick, Hadrian’s Wall, the Scottish Borders, Durham Dales and Cumbria. For sporting enthusiasts, there are several golf courses nearby, horse riding and major sporting events ranging from football and cricket clubs to athletics and rugby, with dog and horse racing, and speedway venues in the area. The annual Sunderland Air Show is a big event, along with a display by the Red Arrows. For alternative entertainment, Lumley Castle nearby hosts medieval banquets and a-la-carte dining in the vaults. All on one level, The Briar Rose is cosy, warm and welcoming, and is the ideal destination for guests of all ages at any time of year. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 1 mile. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119177000/119176954/f3f90ff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Reston Hotel Part of AG Collection Washington - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available - Housekeeping 8.2 Very good 26 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=119176954&PinnedHotelID=119176954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119620000/119610300/119610259/66ff2bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartment Sunderland - Washer £142 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=119610259&PinnedHotelID=119610259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113170000/113169700/113169663/d0dd91bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Huge Discount - Free Wi-Fi - Free Parking Ashbrooke - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=113169663&PinnedHotelID=113169663&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110580000/110579200/110579127/0c794d03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Studio/Near Beach/Garden/Parking/PetsOK Sunderland - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available £64 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=110579127&PinnedHotelID=110579127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101865200/101865126/c2e275bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Compact Budget Sunderland Studio with Lovely Views Sunderland City Centre - Kitchen - Microwave 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=101865126&PinnedHotelID=101865126&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82864100/82864082/c0032a46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royalty City Centre Home is just a15 minutes walk to Sunderland Royal Hospital.. Sunderland - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=82864082&PinnedHotelID=82864082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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-UKC589-UKC589 ## 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%7C54.85998%2C-1.50473&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UjpfbhxH6AAcXbnzErRqjGn_TO4=) Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring #### What's nearby - Lumley Castle - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles - Beamish Open Air Museum - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles - Durham Castle - 12 min drive - 10.1 miles - Durham Cathedral - 12 min drive - 10.3 miles - Durham University - 13 min drive - 10.5 miles #### Getting around - South Hylton Station - 8 min drive - Seaham Station - 12 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Prospect - Old Penshaw - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Dun Cow - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Courtyard - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Beehive - ‬2 min drive - ‪Mamas Kitchen - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring? > As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring on 18 Nov 2025 start from £519.0, excluding 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/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-2-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Shiney-Row.h32915264.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Shiney Row, near Houghton-le-Spring located? > Situated in Houghton le Spring, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Herrington Country Park, Penshaw Monument and Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre. Lumley Castle is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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