Title: 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland 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 Shildon, near Bishop Auckland ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118800000/118799100/118799083/147151ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118800000/118799100/118799083/b2ebbbfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118800000/118799100/118799083/w2596h1949x2y0-8100a8b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118800000/118799100/118799083/250ed378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118800000/118799100/118799083/2fa209e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland provides laundry facilities and more. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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 Shildon, near Bishop Auckland 1960’s themed 2 bedroomed cottage with all the necessities for a modern day family.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: 40" Freeview TV, Multi-Fuel Burner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (2ft 6in) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Economy 7 heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for multi-fuel burner included. Parking for 1 small car; free parking nearby. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the courtyard and a covered well.. What was living in the 1960’s like? As a child, do you remember your grand parents home and everything that was in it? This will bring your memories flooding back as the owners have gone to great extent to recreate this period that you may have grown up in. Everything that you see is functional, from the original Belling electric cooker to the TV built into a cabinet styled to that era. The living room is full of mementos and authentic furniture, which has been collected from all parts of the country to create the right atmosphere. Sit in front of a lit fire and listen to vinyl records on the vintage record player, but don’t be fooled by the television, it’s a modern LED flat screen in there with all your favourite channels. Whilst the kitchen has genuine formica worktops, all in outlandish blue to match the cabinets and accessories, will it be duck a l’orange or crêpe Suzette that will be on tonights menu? Upstairs there are two bedrooms that comfortably sleep four, the main bedroom has a luxury dressing table with angular mirrors that will make sure you are looking like a style icon before you head on out for the evening, do you still rock those drainpipe jeans or that polka dot mini dress? Wake up revived and refreshed from a bath or shower in the classic black and white design bathroom. Set in the centre of Shildon, you are only minutes away from pubs, restaurants and local attractions including the Locomotion Railway Museum, 1½ miles away, the stunning cathedral city of Durham, 12 miles away or keep the vintage feel of your stay with a visit to Beamish Museum open air museum telling the story of early 20th century life, 25 miles away. Shop ½ mile. Pub and restaurant 520 yards. There is open water in the property grounds. ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### 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-UK13435-UK13435 ## 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%7C54.63254%2C-1.65267&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qyAeg-y5uQ_a11Vh_OEyl2JuI_g=) Shildon, near Bishop Auckland #### What's nearby - National Railway Museum at Shildon - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Auckland Castle - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles - Binchester Roman Fort - 11 min drive - 4.5 miles - Witton Castle - 17 min drive - 7.6 miles - Durham University - 17 min drive - 12.9 miles #### Getting around - Shildon Station - 19 min walk - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - Starbucks - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - The March Hare - ‪Spice Island - ‬1 min walk - ‪Tindale Crossing Brewers Fayre - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland located? > Situated in Shildon, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sweet Greetings and National Railway Museum at Shildon. Heritage Park Stadium and Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex are also within 3 miles (5 km). Shildon Station is 19 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 bedroom accommodation in Shildon, near Bishop Auckland 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Creasey 7 Jul 2025 #### We had a lovely stay at the cottage which has the most amazing aesthetic. We had a lovely stay at the cottage which has the most amazing aesthetic. Stephen was really friendly and helpful and we will definitely book again! ##### Anne Creasey