10/10 Excellent
Samantha P.
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, had an amazing weekend
Samantha P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Luxury barn with privateheated indoor pool & hot tub close to Durham City
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Trimdon Village, Co Durham
- Durham Castle14 min drive
- Durham Cathedral15 min drive
- Durham University15 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Luxury barn with privateheated indoor pool & hot tub close to Durham City
Converted to a very high standard by the present owner, this spacious barn dates back over one hundred years. Surrounded by glorious open countryside, this barn is detached within a large lawned area, has lots of parking for cars and makes an ideal holiday home for families, sensible groups or a romantic and relaxing break.
The indoor heated swimming pool with large hot tub is attached to the property and has magnificent views over to the Yorkshire Dales.
Catley Hill is ideally positioned to visit a number of great towns and cities being only 9 miles from Durham City, 20 miles from the popular quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne, 10 miles from Hartlepool Marina and Historic Quay and just over an hour from the beautiful Northumberland Coast as it is from the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors. So whether you wanted to stay at home and relax in our luxurious facilities or take a trip to one of the many interesting and nearby attractions, it is up to you.
The indoor heated swimming pool with large hot tub is attached to the property and has magnificent views over to the Yorkshire Dales.
Catley Hill is ideally positioned to visit a number of great towns and cities being only 9 miles from Durham City, 20 miles from the popular quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne, 10 miles from Hartlepool Marina and Historic Quay and just over an hour from the beautiful Northumberland Coast as it is from the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors. So whether you wanted to stay at home and relax in our luxurious facilities or take a trip to one of the many interesting and nearby attractions, it is up to you.
Property manager
Barbara or Guy Rutter
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Fishburn
Located in Trimdon Station, this holiday home is in a rural area. Gala Theatre Durham and Durham Heritage Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sedgefield Racecourse and Spennymoor Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Tweddle Children's Animal Farm, or check out an event or a game at Victoria Park. Windsurfing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Trimdon Village, Co Durham
What's nearby
- Sedgefield Racecourse - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
- Gala Theatre Durham - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
- Durham Castle - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
- Durham Cathedral - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
- Durham University - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cross Keys Inn - 6 min drive
- The Pickled Parson of Sedgefield - 8 min drive
- The Italian Farmhouse - 6 min drive
- Sedgefield Fisheries - 8 min drive
- The Impeccable Pig - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sharin J.
19 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Sharin J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leanne H.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay as always
Leanne H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emma E.
22 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodation for a family gathering
Emma E.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danny R.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
8 lads for a 40th weekend
Danny R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren W.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Lauren W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
wendy w.
2 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th birthday party
wendy w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle J.
4 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Defo reccommend
Michelle J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom G.
12 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
Tom G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Grace T.
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rachel hen party
Grace T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pam B.
17 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant house
Pam B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda h.
4 Mar 2018
Just pure perfection
Amanda h.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Kelly T.
10 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly
Kelly T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline J.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies Weekend Birthday Celebrations
Jacqueline J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sherice W.
1 Oct 2018
Incredible - could not fault it at all
Sherice W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Grace T.
26 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Grace T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
27 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surprise family weekend getaway
Kathleen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrea W., England
11 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
Andrea W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gemma A.
16 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All around Fabulous!
Gemma A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brigid M.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Break
Brigid M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dasha K.
29 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Celebration
Dasha K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emily H.
17 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous!
Emily H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen T.
15 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 - Couldn't ask for more!
Karen T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carole H.
1 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
Carole H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrea Lodge
28 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time staying, first time with friends for a special birthday. Thoroughly enjoyed by all 5*
Andrea Lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Barbara or Guy Rutter
What makes this property unique
Exclusive use of pool and hot tub
Languages:
English
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