Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house

Lodge in Bishop Auckland

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Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wearhead, England
  • Place, North Pennines
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Weardale Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bishop Auckland

Located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Weardale Museum, this lodge is within a 5-minute drive of Killhope Lead Mining Museum. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • North Pennines - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Weardale Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 50 min drive - 37.2 miles
  • Durham University - 51 min drive - 36.6 miles
  • Ullswater - 60 min drive - 43.9 miles

Getting around

  • Langwathby Station - 50 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Bell Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hemmel Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miners Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hare And Hounds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Carts Bog - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house

Book a few nights away for a Winter festive get away. Fire pack part of your booking for November and December. visit the Durham Cathedral illumiere in November or the Auckland Project Glow light festival or the fabulous Christmas Market town, During December enjoy Mulled wine and Festive nibbles by the roaring fire with the tree lights twinkling. Butterfly lodge is a super quirky welcoming property! Frequently bathed in light and the garden catches the sun for most of the day making it a great place to kickback and chill, listen and watch the bird life and admire the hill views. Set in an Area of outstanding Natural Beauty a conservation area and a UNESCO geopark. The large coach doors are impressive and everyone comments on how inviting it makes the place opening the living area out into the garden with the trees and views beyond and the views out across the valley. The cottage is warm and cosy with exposed stonewalls, beams, a real fire and importantly, comfortable sofas and beds. There is something a little bit quirky and different about the decor which guests are loving. The cottage is situated with walks right outside the front door in all directions with a Riverside walk with mini falls a short 5 minute walks away and the small market town of St Johns Chapel just a mile away by foot with 2 pubs, a cafe, a well stocked co-op and rural fortnightly cinema and Town hall where interesting things do happen! Being on the borders of County Durham, Cumbria and Northumberland there are places to go and things to do in every direction. The Lakes are just an hour for example, Beamish museum 45 minutes or more local attractions such as High Force 15 minute away or killhope lead mine 23 miles away.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy Smart TVs. Other standard amenities include kitchens, washing machines, and fireplaces.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Long-term renters welcome
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this lodge?

This lodge is located in Bishop Auckland, close to North Pennines, Weardale Museum, and Nenthead Mines. You'll also find Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Allenheads Heritage Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house?

No, this lodge doesn't offer parking.

Is this lodge next to a casino?

No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lodge include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house?

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

Does this lodge include breakfast service?

No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this lodge?

The closest major airport to this lodge is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 26.5 mi away. Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is around 28.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house?

No, at Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly, very clean &comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Butterfly Lodge provided the perfect base to explore Weardale. It was spotlessly clean, warm and had the comfiest beds. Lovely walks from the door with plenty to explore in the immediate area. Great communication with the thoughtful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous cottage

We had a great week in this lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings. Anita and Bruce were lovely, helpful hosts, with suggestions for lots of walks from the house. We really appreciated all the extras they provided - homemade bread, butter, milk, wine, cake and dog treats! The cottage was so comfortable, with plenty of space and big beds. The area was so peaceful, with lovely walks and lots of places nearby to visit.Thank you again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in the Pennines

We were welcomed with hot bread, Prosecco, flowers, chocolates, and soft music. Very calming and peaceful.. the views were incredible from the upstairs windows. The garden was sublime in the sunshine.. the rooms were decorated uniquely and it felt like home. The cottage was set in an excellent position to explore the history of the area. It was a beautiful situation to have a peaceful relaxing holiday..
Stayed 19 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time, the cottage is lovely. This could be the perfect location for you, but I has a couple of issues that may not affect you. 1) The ceiling in the shower room is too low for very tall people to stand up straight. There’s nothing that can be done about this, it’s an old cottage with a pitched roof, it’s just a quirk of the building. For a few days it’s not a big deal, but it’s worth being aware of if you are tall. 2) Its got an electric hob, which I found really hard to cook on - but again this may be a safety thing rather than having gas, but you sacrifice a bit of control, so I keep boiling things over then having to stand holding a pan while the hob cooled down. Again, this may not be a problem for many people, but if you’re planning complicated meals it is lacking a bit in that regard. Basically if you’re a 6’4” chef you might struggle. All that said - had an excellent time, it’s comfortable, warm, nice little garden, lovely area, friendly hosts, plenty of space, and a really good base for exploring the area. And the instructions for getting in are exhaustively precise (which is a very good thing, it’s been really well thought out).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Lovely property well equipped with everything you need and great hosts and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Beautiful quirky and cosy. Extremely kind and thoughtful hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful cottage

The cottage is beautiful. Everything you could possibly need. Anita is lovely and nothing is too much trouble. The beds are really comfy and the coal fire was an added bonus. We would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Butterfly lodge

What a beautiful cottage. Loved the decoration and super bathroom. Very comfortable and the bread was an added bonus 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway cottage

Lovely cottage in a quiet location in the wear valley. Great space, secure garden for dogs. Loved the Christmas decor (an unexpected surprise for our early Dec stay). Good base for exploring Weardale, Teesdale, Northumberland and Cumbria!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Country House

Very warm welcome by both owners - great conversation about the house and area. The cottage is very well appointed, clean and comfortable. The location provides easy access to attractions in all directions - winding roads in beautiful hill country, and lots of walks. Just the relaxing country vacation we were looking for.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wearhead Wonder

A fantastic cottage in beautiful surroundings, lovely quirky decor and a very dog friendly garden area. Loads to see and do in the surrounding area. A gem of a find.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023