Burns Cottage, County Durham

Barnard Castle 4 miles. This family-friendly holiday home, Burns Cottage, is settled in the village of Greta Bridge in Durham. It is spacious and stylish and just a stone's throw from a top-notch hotel, the Morrit Hotel and Spa, where you can enjoy home-cooked meals and local ales after a day filled with fun. Be greeted by ample off-road parking before stepping inside to the entrance hallway, which is bright and airy and with plenty of room to leave your shoes. The well-fitted kitchen has the appliances and amenities you need to make anything from quick meals to sumptuous feasts. It has shaker-style cabinets and a dishwasher, giving a contemporary feel to the space and offers dining seating to enjoy meals together. There is an additional kitchen and another dining room with a TV, so you don't have to worry about crowds. Relax and unwind in a large sitting room in front of the open fire or venture upstairs to the first floor for a smaller living area to enjoy the peace and quiet. Take advantage of the enclosed garden, which offers two hot tubs for a soothing soak; afterwards take a seat in the sauna to recuperate. There is a ground-floor bathroom for a quick wash in the shower or a bubble-bath, as well as a cloakroom for your convenience. When sleep calls, choose between seven well-presented bedrooms to rest your head, all with TVs and six are located on the ground floor. There is an immaculate double room with an ensuite bathroom, a double bedroom complemented by an ensuite bathroom with a freestanding bath and four more doubles to choose from. Spiral stairs lead to the twin bedroom on the first floor, which is ideal for the younger ones. Jump in the car to visit Barnard Castle, with its rich history and beautiful countryside, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The Bowes Museum is a must-see for art and history lovers. With its extensive collection of paintings, furniture and artefacts, it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. Further afield, you can explore the town of Richmond, where the River Swale flows through the town, and its waterfalls are a popular tourist attraction. The Green Howards Museum and Richmondshire Museum are also must-sees, and there are plenty of great restaurants and bars to enjoy in Richmond, too. Be sure to take a trip to Durham, a vibrant city with plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. The city's Central Park is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon, and the Museum of Life and Science is perfect for families with kids. The Nasher Museum of Art is a must-see for art lovers, and there are plenty of great restaurants and bars in the area for when you need a break from sightseeing. For a memorable escape to Durham, choose Burns Cottage.