Title: 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=59830804&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 Cottage in Richmond with kitchen and washing machine and dryer ## Photo gallery for 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 ![Property grounds - 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 (Barningham, near Barnard Castle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/336394ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 (Barningham, near Barnard Castle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/f6085aff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 (Barningham, near Barnard Castle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/8c36b5b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 (Barningham, near Barnard Castle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/6c83163e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 (Barningham, near Barnard Castle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59840000/59830900/59830804/d8d7f213.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - 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. ### 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 Situated in the picturesque village of Barningham, the cottage is conveniently located and is a perfect for a base for enjoying the Yorkshire Dales.. Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Smart TV Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" Smart TV Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Grounds (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 1 car; additional private car park, free of charge. No smoking.. Reading Room Cottages are lovingly furnished, traditional style cottages set on the historic Barningham Estate. Situated in the picturesque village of Barningham, the cottages are conveniently located next to a great local pub, where guests can enjoy delicious locally sourced food and drink to both eat in and take away. The cottages have been decorated in keeping with their surroundings, using a mixture of antique and contemporary furniture, giving it a traditional and natural aesthetic. The cottages gets their names from their traditional function as a place where the inhabitants of the village could come and read the daily newspaper that had been delivered to Barningham Park – the home occupied by the Milbank family since 1690\. Barningham village is a picturesque village situated between Richmond and Barnard Castle. It was named Durham Rural Community Council’s ‘Best Small Village’ in 2010 and is a tranquil conservation village, with a large village green, a church, a village bakery, shop and an active village hall. The Reading Room Cottages are ideally situated for guests wishing to explore the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. There is a wide range of activities to pursue in the area including walking, cycling, fell running, birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Fishing and shooting are available by private request with the owners- seasonal walked up and driven shooting and stalking for individuals or groups can be arranged. History lovers can enjoy the rich Bronze Age heritage that can be found at remote sites on Barningham Moor, including Chieftan burial mounds and the Cup and Ring Stones. Visit historic market towns including nearby Barnard Castle, offering many independent shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as a large supermarket. Other attractions in Barnard Castle include the Bowes Museum, Witham Arts and Cultural Centre, Rokeby Hall and The Chocolate Fair. Historic Richmond is 12 miles away and is where you will find Richmond Castle and a large cobbled market square surrounded by shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants. Other attractions include Auckland Castle, Raby Castle, High Force Waterfall, The Forbidden Corner at Leyburn, Duncombe Park, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Gardens, which can all be reached in under an hour. For special occasions, spa treatments are available at Middleton Lodge, 11 miles away, or the Morritt Hotel and Spa, 2½ miles. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 25 yards. Free WiFi Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 1 space) ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### 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 ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120130000/120129000/120128937/8cf2cc33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Woodhouses, near Bishop Auckland Woodhouses, near Bishop Auckland - 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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 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 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 2 bedroom accommodation in Barningham near Barnard Castle su-UK31801-UK31801 ## 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%7C54.48854%2C-1.87044&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=68r_Oa2lQLdcF3ojded9mFNWsv0=) Barningham, near Barnard Castle #### What's nearby - The Garage Spa \- 5 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Egglestone Abbey \- 8 min drive \- 5.2 miles - Bowes Museum \- 9 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Barnard Castle \- 11 min drive \- 7.4 miles - North Pennines \- 13 min drive \- 10.6 miles #### Getting around - Darlington Station - 23 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mainsgill Farm Shop - ‬9 min drive - ‪Cross Lanes Organic Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Cricketers Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪Ancient Unicorn Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Milbank Arms - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801? ### What time is check-in at 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801? ### What time is check-out at 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801? ### Where is 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801 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 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Light 11 Sept 2025 #### We had a very pleasant stay. We had a very pleasant stay. Nice clean cosy cottage. ##### Andrew Light This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Pye 7 Nov 2025 #### Cottage was very clean and comfortable. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. 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