Stanhope Cottages - Squirrel Cottage

Squirrel Cottage suits couples, small families, or friends looking for a base in the market town of Stanhope. The whole property is yours: a first-floor apartment with an open-plan living area, two bedrooms (one double, one zip-and-link kingsize that converts to twin beds on request), and a family bathroom with bath and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering, with electric cooking and a washing machine. Everything essential—electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and wi-fi—is included.

Stanhope sits at the edge of Weardale, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town itself has independent shops, cafés, a butcher, baker, and fish and chip shop within walking distance. More notably, the River Wear runs nearby with established walks along its banks, and the surrounding countryside is criss-crossed with footpaths and cycle routes heading out towards villages like Eastgate, Frosterley and Wolsingham. The Durham Dales Centre in town stocks maps and local information. On-site parking is available, plus additional spaces 50 yards away. There's a pub within a mile. Smoking is not permitted inside.