Swallows' Barn - Durham

$$$$||View on mapDurham, United KingdomBiggen House Farm Esh, Durham, United Kingdom, DH7 9RP|
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Swallows' Barn - Durham
Biggen House Farm Esh, Durham, United Kingdom, DH7 9RP·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Staff9.9
Location9.5
Value for money9.5
Comfort9.4
Cleanliness9.2
Who stays here
Families75%
Groups22%
Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Staff9.9
Location9.5
Value for money9.5
Comfort9.4
Cleanliness9.2
Who stays here
Families75%
Groups22%
Solo3%

3-bedroom farm holiday home in Durham with homemade cake, fresh eggs, and working farm animals

Spacious Accommodation

Swallows' Barn offers a three-bedroom house with two bathrooms and a large living room. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and a washing machine, and the property has a fireplace. Family rooms and baby safety gates are available for guests with children.

Outdoor Spaces

The garden provides views of the surrounding countryside and a sun terrace for sitting. A picnic area with outdoor furniture and barbecue facilities is set on the working farm. Guests can walk directly from the door to the Lanchester Valley Way trail.

Farm Experience

Swallows' Barn Durham is a working farm with cows in nearby fields and roaming chickens. The host offers children a chance to collect fresh eggs and provides a homemade cake on arrival. Board games, puzzles, and a DVD player are supplied for indoor entertainment.

Local Access

The holiday home is located 15 km from Lumley Castle and Durham Cathedral, and 16 km from Beamish Museum. MetroCentre is 26 km away, and Newcastle International Airport is 39 km from the property. Free on-site parking and bicycle parking are provided.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The barn allows pets with a restriction that dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms. Fire extinguishers and smoke alarms are installed throughout the house. Free WiFi is available in public areas, and heating is provided for all rooms.

  • Accommodation: 3-bedroom house with fireplace and full kitchen
  • Farm life: working farm with cows, chickens, and egg collection
  • Welcome treats: homemade cake and fresh eggs on arrival
  • Location: 15 km from Durham Cathedral and Beamish Museum
  • Outdoor: barbecue, picnic area, and sun terrace with garden views
  • Parking: free private parking and bicycle storage
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-22:00
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Former name
swallows’ barn
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Rooms and availability

Three-Bedroom House
  • Room size:

    35 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking
Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Air conditioning
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports activities

Hiking

Cycling

Fishing

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Facilities for kids

Playpen

Cots

Board games

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Swallows' Barn

💵 Lowest room price 216 £
📏 Distance to centre 8.7 km
✈️ Distance to airport 39.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Newcastle, NCL

Location

Biggen House Farm Esh, Durham, United Kingdom, DH7 9RP
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Biggen House Farm Esh, Durham, United Kingdom, DH7 9RP
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Biggen House Farm Esh, Durham, United Kingdom, DH7 9RP
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Guests say: exceptional stay
rated 9+
9.3/ 10
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