Our second stay, this time with Americans, and they were as enchanted as we are. The lovely proportions of the house, the country manor ambience, the enthusiastic dogs you can take for a walk to see the happy piggies who contribute to your breakfast. Tea on arrival, fresh milk in thermos in the rooms as well, very informative farming journals (I want that tractor!), good books. The breakfast table is shared, so you can talk to other real humans for interesting conversations.

Absolutely nothing. We ate in Lanchester at Ravellos(?) Italian restaurant, good and parking no problem. Church is ancient. Easy car ride to Durham and Bishop Auckland which we visited next. On second day we ate at Six in Gateshead on top floor of the Baltic, really special 9 course taster menu, but not pretentious. The kind night manager let us out personally. That's the grim North for you.

We loved everything.... our room was large and furnished in keeping with the house, the bathroom was large and modern, and a nice view from the bedroom window. The host was lovely, a very likeable lady who was very welcoming. We loved the 2 friendly dogs that greeted us enthusiastically and were always ready to play. The house and grounds were beautiful, and we'll definitely stay here again. A big thank you for having us, and we really hope we managed to tire the dogs out for you on our walk around the grounds with them before we left 😊🤣

Everything was perfect.

Goodness, what an incredibly delightful.experience at Burnhopeside Hall. Absolutely nothing we could fault. Thank you ,Christine for letting us into your wonderful home. Pure luxury and everything of the most high quality.. A huge bedroom really more a suite, and so beautifully furnished. A country house full of wonders and a billiard room too! . Nothing was any trouble and the wonderful cooked breakfast was made to order plus ahuge choice of fruits, cereals ,yogurt was fantastic served in beautiful Regency dining rooms. Cannot praise Christine , her son James and Burnhopeside Hall enough, wonderful.

Nothing to dislike

Overall a brilliant stay. Beautiful quiet spot. Grounds large scenic and well kept. House stone and 'historic country'. Enough safe parking. Room enormous, furnished in English Country Home style, but not cold. Light, but with effective curtains for once. Enough storage if a bit basic. Plenty of power points. Really large, comfy bed and pillows. Very large shower/bathroom with a strong shower and plenty of shelves, often a problem in B&Bs. Hostess so dignified and helpful. Unusual facilities available such as a full size snooker table. We didn't get to take the dogs to the river for a swim, but that's the sort of thing on offer. You do need to like dogs really, although if you don't I think the property would provide well for that.

Only minor grouses. Although the breakfasts were lovely, materials fresh and great quality, and in some ways a variety on offer, there wasn't a great choice of main options. We dislike having to choose an option the day before. There wasn't enough light for reading in the room.

A wonderful stay with Christine making you feel right at home. It’s not a bnb as such, more a historic country home where you have the pleasure of staying at. A comfortable big bed and cosy room. Loved walking the two friendly spaniels (Spencer and Barney) to go and say hello to the piggies before breakfast!

Nothing - but do note our room had an open plan bathroom / bedroom (although WC was round a corner). This was not a problem for us, but possibly not the most privacy for an early romantic getaway! (I can’t speak for the layout of the other rooms).

Our bedroom was huge and looked out over trees. Totally relaxing especially for a nearly blind disabled person. Our dog loved the easy angled stairs and the other dogs. Everything was wonderful. Christine the host was most pleasant and considerate. Forgot to mention the grounds,walled garden and river walks withe the dogs. And the sausages made from her own pigs.

Nothing it was perfect. Be careful when first looking for the place as it is easily missed on a busy fast road.

It was a pleasure to stay at Burnhopeside Hall, a historic family home, where the owner Christine, welcomes you to enjoy while you stay. The large bedroom , comfortable large bed and bathroom (including deep bath) were first class, as was the full English breakfast, fruit and cereals and access to sitting rooms and the gardens around the home. We enjoyed walking to the river with resident dogs Spencer and Barney and made the most of the park and ride to visit Durham.

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Stunning property, so beautiful. Owners were lovely and couldn't have done more for us. The quality of the room was amazing, such a comfortable bed. It was so peaceful too. The bathroom fittings were of the highest standard. Gorgeous breakfast too. It represented extremely good value for money.

The only, allbeit slight, downside was the slightly odd layout and access to the bathroom. This was a bit disconcerting but wouldn't stop me going back, or recommending the place.

A wonderful stay at a huge manor house, exceeded our expectations. Burnhopeside had everything we needed and more for our visit to Durham and Newcastle. Spencer the spaniel greeted us on arrival and offered plenty of cuddles and attention throughout our stay. The breakfast was fantastic, a home made feast served at any time we wanted and included fresh berries, yoghurt, cooked breakfast, toast, jams, cereals and teas. The room and bathroom had copious amounts of space and the super king size bed was unbelievably comfortable. We even spotted a kingfisher whilst exploring some of the 500 acres of grounds with our dog. Christine was so kind and hospitable we would highly recommend staying here.

Nothing. Everything was great 👍

I stayed for one night with my dog and Christine was an absolutely amazing host . Nothing is too much trouble for her and that also goes for all the staff Bed and pillows were wonderful and comfortable . Everywhere was spotlessly clean . Breakfast was delicious and lots of choice The grounds were beautiful and myself and Willow loved the space and of course Christine's 2 spaniels . I will definitely be staying again and already planning a trip there next summer with my son and grandson from Japan . Best stay and well recommend .

I LOVED EVERYTHING Nothing not to like!