The location was lovely and very quiet. The room was amazing exactly like the photos on website. Patio outside so we could eat outside morning and night. Fabulous food cooked to perfection and good value for money. The hotel was a family business and the family and their staff were professional and friendly they couldn't do enough for us. It was a suprise night away for my fiancé for his 60th birthday and the Manager gave us a complimentary bottle of prosecco and congratulated him. We will definitely be back as we have never stayed in such a lovely place with such friendly staff.

Couldn't fault a thing.

The property was on the edge of town set in large wooded area making feel you were in middle of the country side. Fortunately it was still close to many of the surrounding attractions. We visited Thorton Le Dale (Bangers and Cash show) on the way up and did a day out to Beamish about 45 minutes away to the North. The staff were very welcoming and when we had an issue with our shower tray not draining we were upgraded to a better room without any quibble. The new room even had a spa bath. We made use of their £40 meal deal on the first night which was good value. Breakfast was plentiful. Although we didn't have twin beds as requested, the bed was plenty big enough for us.

Car parking is a bit tight so make sure they will have space when you book. This hotel is work in progress in areas being an old building but shouldn't affect your stay.

Breakfast was amazing Grounds were nice to walk around Easy to have a drink on the terrace Evening meal was nice Room was nice and the bath was a great touch - very relaxing

Owners socialised around guests, which I think was part of the experience since it's family run. In the morning, I noticed a plate left out, which had attracted flies. My partner commented on the place needing painting (especially on the outside) but we still both thought it was value for money.

Superb location in a wood with access to good walks. Good breakfast. Quirky. Drinks/meals on the terrace.

It is a favourite for local dog walkers dropping in for a drink on the terrace. Well behaved dogs are fine but one evening was spoiled by two badly behaved visiting dogs. Windows in our room could have done with some maintenance. A shower would have been better than a bath for my wife. I liked the bath!

The surroundings were beautiful, excellent views when sat in the outside gardens..The bedrooms were beautifully decorated with excellent facilities ,reminiscent of Laura Ashley.The staff are excellent I booked the rooms for my parents and sister for my daughters wedding,and I joined them on the Friday evening for dinner and again on the Sunday morning for breakfast.The food is always fantastic,fresh produce and plentiful. The staff and the owner are always around and happy to chat and get to know you,and genuinely take an interest and remember you when you return.I live locally and often visit with my daughter and our 4 dogs,it’s a very dog friendly hotel,and excellent to sit outside or inside with a nice coffee,or alcoholic drink or 2 or 3. Highly recommend 😀

Nothing everything was excellent ..

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities in the room were good, apart from one aspect* Breakfast was generous and delicious - one of our party is Gluten Free and there was guidance on what to eat and enough options to not feel you were missing out.

*There was virtually no water pressure in the shower. Whilst the bedroom was clean, some of the communal areas could maybe have a little more attention.

The staff were really helpful and friendly. I had forgotten my toothpaste and they very kindly got some for me. Unfortunately the taxi ordered for me in the morning didn't arrive, but one of the staff members very kindly gave me a lift, a life-saver!

Sadly the cooked breakfast wasn't served until 9am, so I missed out on this despite being included in the price, and the continental choices weren't what I had been looking forward to! Dinner the night before was lovely.

The owners are very welcoming and helpful. Shown us the best place to park our motorbikes, safe & secure too. The room was very spacious and the spa bath was nice & big. Everything looked grand & distinguished as you'd except a country house to look. The service at the bar area for food & drinks were very welcoming & friendly service and the prices are very reasonable. We also had a few games on the full size snooker table. I believe this country house would be lovely to stay at in any season.

I believe our experience would have been alot better if this area was all ready & welcoming for us, it wasn't so we missed out. We pre-booked our hot tub between the hours of 7pm - 9pm. ( 2 hour slot ) It even had its own beach house hut and private area. It would of been amazing too... Maybe next time.

This is genuinely one of my favourite places to be. Located in the countryside which is so serene. Beautiful bedroom, incredible spa bath, amazing staff, the breakfast is amazing and the food in the restaurant at meal times is great too. It's perfect for a peaceful getaway, outside of the city to just relax. There are lovely walks and grounds to explore. The price is also extremely good value for money!

Friday and Saturday Staff were excellent. Attentive, interested and we were made to feel very welcome. More than made up for the slight hick up on the Sunday.

Sunday morning staff were (in my opinion) not interested, didn’t want to be there and we felt like a bit of an inconvenience. Breakfast order taken from behind the bar, no menu, no fresh juice and a strange atmosphere. This is with the exception of the blonde girl, she was spot on. We’d still go back in a heartbeat. I think this must of been a one off bad day.