Barnard Castle 5.5 miles.
Perched in Marwood near Barnard Castle, Durham, is this superb stone-built, semi-detached barn conversion, Low Shipley Mill.
Enjoying a fantastic location surrounded by rolling countryside with views of the Dales, and an interior boasting a wealth of character features, including exposed beams, Low Shipley Mill is a truly exceptional pet-friendly dwelling for a group or family of eight.
Upon arrival, you will find an enclosed courtyard with dining furniture featuring a table made from the old water mill, along with a bubbling hot tub where you can sit back and soak up the gorgeous Dale views.
Step into the spacious kitchen/diner, where you can rustle up tasty dishes ready to enjoy at the dining table over a bottle of wine, or alfresco out on the patio.
Kick-back and relax in the stylish sitting room, with Smart TV with Freeview, plush seating, woodburning stove, and a glass window providing an amazing outlook on the original working, colour-changing water mill below!
If you fancy watching something different, there is also an inviting snug to retire to.
On the first floor, you can freshen up in the well-appointed bathroom, before retiring to one of four beautifully decorated bedrooms, two king-size with their own en-suite shower room, a twin and a bunk, all with Smart TVs with Freeview.
For your local amenities, head over to the historic town of Barnard Castle, where you can stock up on essentials at the well-stocked convenience store, or tuck-in to a tasty meal at The Old Well Inn.
Within the town, you can also enjoy the attractions of The Bowed Museum, Deepdale Nature Reserve, the excellent Barnard Castle Golf Club and the stunning Barnard Castle.
Continue onto Staindrop, where you will find the beautiful 14th-century Raby Castle Park and Gardens, or further along to Richmond, where you can tour Richmond Castle, the River Swale Waterfalls and the Round Howe & Hudswell Woods.
Be sure to check out the delights of Darlington, home to the Head of Steam Darlington Railway Museum, Thornton Hall Gardens, and the Michelin star eatery of Raby Hunt Inn.
For a truly memorable stay in Durham, look no further than Low Shipley Mill.