This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Heritage Park Stadium and Raby Castle. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
Raby Castle - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
Escomb Saxon Church - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
Auckland Castle - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
Shildon Station - 14 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
The Pollards Inn - 9 min drive
Tindale Crossing Brewers Fayre - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
The March Hare - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly.
Our stone terraced property, "Tilly Cottage", offers comfortable, well-equipped & homely 2 bedroom accommodation for up to 4 people (2 double beds)
Tucked away on a quiet terrace in the village of Evenwood, which is situated midway between Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland (approx 15 minutes drive to both) it offers a great value break. Explore the Durham Dales, Hamsterley Forest, Raby Castle, Bowes Museum, High Force, Locomotion Railway Museum, Beamish & Durham City, all within easy reach.
Tilly Cottage offers a great value get away for up to 4 people. It has a well equipped 'cottage style' kitchen with large range cooker, dishwasher, fridge freezer and microwave. A utility room with washing machine and a place to store bikes. The living/dining room is open plan, with comfortable seating and a dining table for 4. There is wifi and Freesat TV channels available. Gas central heating and hot-water on demand.
Upstairs you will find 2 double bedrooms (each has a double bed) one with an additional small dressing and seating area, a large bathroom with a fab walk-in shower and a roll-top slipper bath, perfect for along soak!
We provide bed linen and towels, tea towels and a hair drier.
To the front of the cottage is an enclosed garden, to the rear is a small enclosed yard.
Whilst not in a 'pictureque tourist' village (Evenwood was part of the coalmining heritage of this area) the cottage offers very comfortable and homely accommodation, and is within easy reach of all tourist activities, including Raby Castle, High Force Waterfall, Auckland Castle, the Kynren Light and Sound performance, Locomotion railway Museum, the Durham Dales, Stanhope Steam railway, Beamish Living History Museum, Durham City, and the town of Barnard Castle with its amazing array of quirky shops and eateries, plus the Castle and the amazing Bowes Museum.
Other things to note We accept one well behaved dog, but please note pets are not allowed upstairs or on the furniture. There is an extra pet charge of £10 per stay.
Please note that the lane leading to Tilly Cottage is 'unadopted' and is a little uneven. Parking is on the lower end of 'The Green' and the walk to the property is less than a minute from there. (It is possible to unload outside the property but access for a car is narrow)
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Note from host: We have no high chair, travel cot or stair gates
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Bishop Auckland, close to Raby Castle, Auckland Castle, and National Railway Museum at Shildon. You'll also find Heritage Park Stadium and Witton Castle within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly.?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly.?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly.?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly.?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 19.1 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is around 29 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly.?
No, there aren't any house at 'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly. that offer a balcony.
'Tilly Cottage' Homely 2 bedroom stone property, Co Durham. Pet friendly. Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay, very comfortable and clean. great comfortable beds and great location.
Anna M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
Jun 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Returning Guests
Great place to stay. We are returning guests. Great comfortable beds, excellent location
Anna M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
Jun 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a fabulous stay - very comfortable and well-equipped. Excellent hosts. Great comfy beds and very clean throughout. Great location.
Anna M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
May 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
Very comfortable, great location, really enjoyed our stay.