BLACK DOG HOUSE

Westgate-in-Weardale

... WITH PLENTY OF ROOM FOR EVERYONE

THE IDEAL BASE FOR YOUR HOLIDAY...

Perfect for groups of up to eight people looking for a self-catering holiday in the North Pennines, Black Dog House was once two 19th-century, terraced stone cottages. These have now been joined together to create a fully refurbished, three-storey holiday home with three double bedrooms and a twin room, as well as several sofa beds. Make the sleeping arrangements work for you: who will get the ensuite double and who will be sharing the large attic room ideal for holiday-time sleepovers?

Black Dog House is a self-catering holiday cottage in the heart of the North Pennines that provides flexible accommodation complete with home comforts for up to eight guests. Whether you are on a weekend getaway, a family holiday or a break with friends, you can unwind, relax and enjoy yourselves at our pet-friendly holiday cottage. Both Black Dog House and the surrounding countryside have something to offer all ages and interests, and there are plenty of tourist attractions within easy access.

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CHILL OUT AT HOME...

At Black Dog House, there is plenty of space for everyone to do their own thing inside: you can cosy up in front of the open fire in the lounge or by the wood burner in the dining room, the kitchen is fully equipped for a self-catering holiday, and there is a small office area where you can edit your photos of the stunning natural beauty of the North Pennines or the interesting historic sites in County Durham. Pull out the games provided, have breakfast outdoors, try your hand at playing a musical instrument, fire up the BBQ in the back garden or settle down in front of a film - at Black Dog House, you can be sure that there will be something to do, whatever the weather or your entertainment of choice.

... OR EXPLORE THE AREA

Set in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Black Dog House holiday cottage nestles into amazing countryside. The location is hard to beat, with breathtaking moorland, woods, mountains, rivers and SERIOUS waterfalls just beyond the garden wall. Are you looking for a walking holiday, a spot of fishing or visits to Hadrian's Wall and Durham? This self-catering holiday let is ideally situated for a range of activities, and if you visit once, you will likely want to come back for more!

Bring your children and pets

The North Pennines is a holiday location with something for everyone, which is why Black Dog House welcomes all members of your group, children and pets included. Dogs especially enjoy the walks – as well as the chickens in the field at the bottom of the garden. And you can be assured that we have a range of items for your children's entertainment, comfort and safety.

Experience Nature

Immerse yourself in the North Pennines on walks starting straight from the doorstep of Black Dog House. We particularly like Slitt Wood, a Site of Special Scientific Interest. With its burbling and gushing beck, it is lovely to walk up through.

If you are wanting to go further afield, there are plenty of other places under 20 miles away that are perfect for walks, biking or picnics. We would recommend:

• the spectacular High Force Falls
• the brooding Hamsterley Forest
• Wolsingham Recreation Ground
• Hayberries Nature Reserve
• Blackton Reservoir Nature Reserve

An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the North Pennines also has plenty of scope for activities such as:

• bird watching
• painting
• photography
  

Be Active

Whatever your interests, whether your children want to get out and play or you fancy a more extreme sport, there is something in the area around Black Dog House for you:

• children’s playgrounds
• tennis
• walking/hiking
• mountain biking
• horse-riding
• fishing
• canoeing
• orienteering
• golf (6 golf courses, both 9- and 18- hole, within an hour’s drive)
• skiing (the Weardale Ski Club runs the slopes on Swinhope Moor, which has 7 pisted runs, off-piste slopes and a gully with jumps and ledges)

Black Dog House gives you a holiday base from where you have the chance to do the things you never have time for at home, or to try out something completely new. So get out there and absorb all that the North Pennines has to offer!

Eat Out

It is always nice to have a break from cooking when on your holidays. Not only is Black Dog House nestled into charming North Pennines countryside, but it is also right opposite the local pub: the Hare and Hounds. So pop across the road for a Sunday roast or evening drinks.

We also have some recommendations for cafés, bars, pubs and restaurants further afield:

• the Golden Lion in St John's Chapel
• the Chatterbox Cafe in St John's Chapel
• Che Tapas in Stanhope
• Stanhope Fish & Chips
• Stephenson's Market Plaice in Crook

There are a wealth of opportunities for days out near Black Dog House, with railways, museums, mines, castles and more in the North Pennines and the surrounding counties.

Some historic market towns within a 30-mile radius of Black Dog House are:

• Alston: take a scenic ride on the South Tyne Railway, England's second-highest narrow-gauge heritage railway, open seasonally
• Hexham: discover England's first purpose-built prison, wander past the Abbey and through Sele Park or head over to the racecourse
• Barnard Castle: stroll along the banks of the River Tees, with views of the castle set on the rocks high above

And don't miss out on Hadrian’s Wall, Durham or Newcastle!

So why not make Black Dog House holiday cottage your home from home while you explore the local area and its places of interest?

Visit Attractions

Arrival

Payment

Check-in: from 16:00

Check-out: before 10:00

Access provided via key safe

Deposit:

• 25% deposit on booking
• Remainder due 4 weeks before check-in

Cancellation:

• 100% refund if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
• 50% refund if you cancel at least 2 weeks before check-in
• 25% refund if you cancel at least 48 hours before check-in
• No refund available if you cancel thereafter

Parking

Health and Safety

Unloading:

• ramp by the front door

Free parking:

• on the street (10 metres away)
• in a lay-by (50 metres away)

For your peace of mind, we have the following health and safety items at Black Dog House:

• carbon monoxide and smoke alarms
• a first-aid kit
• a fire extinguisher
• fire guards
• stair safety gate

Property Rules

Accessibility

No parties/events

No smoking

Please note that all bedrooms and bathrooms are upstairs

Accessibility

Arrival

Parking

Payment

Property Rules

Health and Safety