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The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub

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A room with a large skylight, wooden bench, and a view of a garden and stone wall.
A corner room with a wooden bench, large windows, and a view of a paved area with a statue.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and a dining area with a wooden table and blue patterned chairs.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick wall, a wood-burning stove, and a wooden table.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

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3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Oakenshaw, England
  • Place, Whitworth Hall Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brancepeth Castle Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crook Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crook

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Spectrum Leisure Centre, this vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Brancepeth Castle Golf Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Whitworth Hall Country Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Brancepeth Castle Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Crook Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Spennymoor Leisure Centre - 10 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Durham University - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 18 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Horse Shoe Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Fish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Best Kebab - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Quarry Burn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub

The Barn Oakenshaw – Sleeps 6 | 3 En-Suite Bedrooms, Hot Tub & Countryside Retreat

Welcome to The Barn Oakenshaw, a beautifully converted stone farmhouse sleeping up to 6 guests across 3 traditional bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom.
Set within our peaceful private 6-acre estate near Durham, The Barn combines original character with stylish modern interiors. Exposed oak beams, wood floors and thoughtfully designed spaces create a warm and distinctive countryside retreat.
Perfect for families, couples, friends and multi-generational stays, The Barn offers plenty of space to spend time together while giving every bedroom the privacy of its own bathroom.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements – 3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
• Master bedroom – En-suite: Emperor bed (2.1m x 2.1m) – sleeps 2
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed – sleeps 2
• Bedroom – En-suite: Double bed – sleeps 2
Total: 3 traditional bedrooms | Sleeps up to 6 guests
The impressive master suite features our huge 7ft x 7ft Emperor bed, while all three bedrooms benefit from their own private en-suite facilities.

🏡 Living & Dining
The Barn has a fully equipped kitchen with conventional cooking facilities, giving you everything needed for breakfasts, family dinners or longer stays.
Spacious living and dining areas provide plenty of room for your group to gather, while the character of the original building is complemented by modern furnishings and comforts throughout.
Large windows bring in plenty of natural light and offer beautiful views across the surrounding countryside.

📐 Floor Plans & 360° Tours
Detailed photographs, floor plans and interactive 360° tours are available to view before booking, allowing you to explore the layout, bedrooms and living spaces and make sure the accommodation is right for your group.

🌿 Outdoor Living
Guests can enjoy:
• Wood-fired hot tub
• Outdoor seating and countryside views
• Woodland play park with swings and climbing frame
• Huge 14ft sunken trampoline
• Beautiful 6-acre estate with lake, mature trees and wildlife
• Countryside walks and nearby nature reserve (5 min walk)

✨ Highlights
🛌 Sleeps 6 across 3 traditional bedrooms
🛁 3 private en-suite bathrooms
👑 Huge 7ft x 7ft Emperor bed in the master suite
🔥 Private wood-fired hot tub
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with conventional oven
🌳 Woodland play park & 14ft sunken trampoline
🪵 Oak beams, wood floors & character interiors
🏞️ Peaceful 6-acre countryside estate
🏰 Close to Durham City, Bishop Auckland & Kynren
🚗 Free secure on-site parking

🔥 Wood-Fired Hot Tub Information
We provide the wood, kindling, paper and firelighters — simply fill the tub, light the fire and allow it to heat.
The hot tub is fitted with a hot-water tap, allowing you to fill it fresh at a time that suits you.

🔇 Quiet Hours
As there may be other guests staying elsewhere on the estate, we have strict quiet hours from 10pm–8am. Noise must be kept to a minimum during these hours, particularly when using the hot tub and outdoor areas.
If these quiet hours do not suit your plans, please do not book this property.

STRICTLY NO PETS.

Please remove shoes in carpeted areas. Shoe trays are provided by the main entrance.

Whether you're planning a family break, relaxing getaway or special occasion, The Barn Oakenshaw offers the comfort of three private en-suite bedrooms, generous living spaces and a peaceful countryside setting within easy reach of Durham.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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 doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

29525

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Crook, close to Brancepeth Castle Golf Club, Whitworth Hall Country Park, and Spennymoor Leisure Centre. You'll also find Crook Leisure Centre and Spectrum Leisure Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub?

As of Sep 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub on Sep 27, 2026 start from $505, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 26.5 mi away (58 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is around 21.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub?

Yes, every house at The Barn, Luxury Country Home Sleeps 6 Hot Tub comes with a patio.