Sustonica, the first global sustainability standard for holiday lets.
Our aim is to create lasting holiday memories and we intend to do so both responsibly and sustainably.
To deliver on this we've set out a number of environmental and social pledges which help to focus our efforts;
you can read more about them in our Impact Report.
This is why we've partnered with Sustonica, the first global certification for holiday lets,
to support our owners to be more sustainable.
The Sustonica certification focuses on four key areas: energy conservation, water conservation,
waste reduction and promoting inclusiveness. They are on a mission to become the most widely
recognised sustainability standard for holiday rentals and a catalyst to reduce emissions of holiday
lets and influence guests to reduce their own household consumption too.
Properties that display the Sustonica badge have successfully passed the criteria,
which align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards,
and their owner has made a commitment to look after our planet as well as you.
Discover perfection at Low Thearns! Awarded the prestigious Perfect Score award for
achieving a minimum of 6 perfect reviews from
January -
March 2025
Placing them in the top 1% of all properties.
Accuracy of the listing
Cleanliness
Comfort
Facilities and Maintenance
All reviews
cottage (30)
everything (18)
lovely (17)
stay (16)
property (16)
comfortable (15)
46 Customer Reviews
"A lovely property that we would love to return to."
Reviewed by Barbara5.0★Mar 2025
"We have had a great time at Low Thearns."
This lovely cottage deserves it,s 5 star rating.It,s a small walk to the supermarket and other shops and there are lot,s of attractions to see nearby.A big thanks to Sally Ann for the welcome pack and a very nice person with great knowledge of the area and tips of where to visit.
Reviewed by Eddie5.0★Feb 2025
"Superb property in Ideal location for walking holiday"
Reviewed by Steven5.0★Dec 2024
"This was a fantastic cottage, spotlessly clean, warm and comfortable."
I would not hesitate in recommending this place to others. The location was perfect. The owner had thought of everything you could need.
Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Nov 2024
"This property is delightful!"
Tastefully furnished and everything you need supplied. There are plenty walks nearby and the owner kindly supplied details of these and was very helpful. The property is within walking distance of cafes, pubs, gift shops and a supermarket yet in a peaceful setting.
A true gem and we would love to return!
Reviewed by Kath5.0★Nov 2024
"A lovely comfy, well equipped cottage in a lovely village with cafes, pubs and shops a five minute walk away."
Walks from the doorstep too .
Reviewed by Sally5.0★Nov 2024
"The most beautiful place to stay ."
Would deffo be going back . Stayed in a lots of places all around the uk got to be one of the best . Kind regards Peter & Teresa
Reviewed by Teresa5.0★Oct 2024
"We love the cottage and wish it was our home."
Reviewed by Glenn5.0★Sep 2024
"Excellent property, we really enjoyed our stay."
Sally Ann makes the place very welcoming and you feel very much at home immediately. Can't recommend her or the cottage too highly.
Reviewed by Marie Therese5.0★Sep 2024
"We had a lovely stay."
The property had everything you could need. Very comfortable and high quality.
Reviewed by Adele5.0★Aug 2024
"Very well equipped and comfortable house with lots of space and attractively furnished!"
Reviewed by Susan5.0★Aug 2024
"My family and I had a lovely stay at Low Thearns thank you Sally-Ann you were ..."
My family and I had a lovely stay at Low Thearns thank you Sally-Ann you were very welcoming the cottage has been beautifully designed beds very comfy lovely shower and lots of towels little things go a long way to making a holiday home from home and Low Thearns certainly gave us that we would love to return and explore more of area there's certainly lots to see and do Lorraine 9th August 2024
Reviewed by Lorraine3.8★Aug 2024
"Well we cant find anything bad to say."
Lovely lovely cottage and brilliant location. The Cottage as everthing you need. The owner as thought of everything.We can't wait to return.We have stopped in alot of cottages but this one goes straight to number 1.
Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2024
"This was a lovely cottage, everything about it was 10/10."
The welcome basket was a great personal touch. Everything was clean, beds were comfortable, shower was fab!
Will definitely be returning
Reviewed by Jane5.0★Jun 2024
"Much thought has gone into the interior design of the cottage."
Very well equipped and clean and within walking distance of the amenities of Middleton.
Fully recommended.
Reviewed by Martin5.0★Jun 2024
"Very up to date decor and facilities."
Sally Ann made it clear that any problems or questions we should not hesitate to call. A very generous supply of welcome goodies! In comparison to other cottages in Yorkshire and the Peaks in was very good value for money!
Reviewed by Susan3.8★May 2024
"One of the best holiday cottages we’ve ever stayed in."
Done out to a very high standard. Very comfy. Bonus of a parking spot.
Reviewed by Claire5.0★Mar 2024
"This is our second visit to Low Thearns."
We have been staying in holiday cottages for over 20 years and this is the best one we have ever stayed in. The property is warm, comfortable and well equipped and the thoughtful owner Sally-Ann, has furnished and decorated the cottage so tastefully it really is outstanding. There is so much to do within half an hour’s drive and lots of local walks too. The village is picturesque, with friendly locals and plenty of eateries plus a Co-op. Book this property you will not regret it, the only problem is you will compare every cottage you stay in afterwards to Low Thearns, and you will struggle to find anywhere as fabulous.
Reviewed by Debra5.0★Mar 2024
"A lovely warm welcome awaited us."
The cottage is comfortable, clean and very well equipped. The welcome pack and free range eggs were lovely, a real special touch, and very much appreciated. The owners are there if you need anything. Sally Ann and her family provide that personal touch, which is nice. I have already shared our gratitude with Sally Ann for their help during our stay. We enjoyed a relaxing week at Low Thearns, just what we needed.
Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Mar 2024
"We stayed at Low Thearns for a long weekend to celebrate our 5th Wedding Anniversary and we couldn't have chosen better!"
The pictures don't do it justice! Beautiful
Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Feb 2024
"Already shared my feedback with Sally Ann
Just an excellent property alround"
Reviewed by John5.0★Jan 2024
"What a marvellous property, Sally-Ann has thought of everything."
The property is comfortable, clean and has everything you need for a great, relaxing break away. The local eateries are great, especially The Forrester's. Great walks. Thank you for one of the best stays we've had through Sykes Cottages. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed by Pat5.0★Dec 2023
"A perfect stay."
Cottage was very comfortable, clean, & well equipped, and made to be homely. A great area to explore. The owners are very friendly and are there if you need anything. We will be coming back to Low Thearns to continue exploring the area. Highly recommended!
Reviewed by Phillip5.0★Nov 2023
"Beautiful contemporary cottage in a lovely area."
Only 5 mins drive from high and low force waterfalls.
Also , only 15 mins drive to the lovely town of Barnard Castle with lovely walks .
We enjoyed the walk from the castle to the Abbey along the river.
Cottage has all top of the range facilities and everything you would need.
Lovely log burner.
We had a wonderful time and 4 days of dry ,sunny weather in November!
Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Nov 2023
"A superb property & very helpful owner."
We had a lovely stay. The weather could have been kinder but it didn't matter as the cottage was so cosy, well equipped & of a high standard. Everything catered for even games for young children. Close to amenities and lovely walks. Excellent.
Reviewed by Alan5.0★Nov 2023
"Just returned from Low Thearns."
This is by far the best holiday cottage I have ever stayed in. The owners are amazing so welcoming and nothing was to much trouble. The property itself is tastefully decorated and felt so homely. Everything you could need to enjoy your stay was there. Even thought of the little touches including a welcome basket.
What a little gem of a cottage. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed by Suzy5.0★Nov 2023
"Fabulous cottage with every facility."
So warm, cosy and homely. Sally Anne was so welcoming and friendly. Beautiful area for walking and sightseeing or just relaxing in front of the log burner watching a film with a glass of wine. If you get chance go to High Force and see the waterfall, breathtaking. Certainly will be returning
Reviewed by Rosalind5.0★Nov 2023
"This is a beautiful cottage, every attention to detail has been thought through and everything is of a high standard and quality."
The cottage is so cosy and spotlessly clean. We stayed during the recent storm and it was a perfect excuse to stay in, put the fire on, drink wine, watch a good film and enjoy the cottage. It’s situated in a lovely village and we would recommend the local butchers and Samuel James coffee shop and deli. Barnard Castle is a nice place to visit and high force a lovely place to walk to.
The owner Sally Ann came to introduce herself and check we were ok. When we arrived the lamps and heating were on creating a lovely warm welcome and a thoughtful welcome pack was awaiting us.
I would recommend this cottage to anyone you will not be disappointed, we have stayed at many cottages and this is by far the best we have stayed in.
Reviewed by Kirsty5.0★Oct 2023
"Absolutely beautiful cottage."
Outstandingly well appointed, clean and comfortable. Spacious property in which four adults were able to enjoy warmth & space. Tastefully and beautifully furnished & decorated. Stay was an 80th Birthday present for my Mum. She, like ourselves was overjoyed at the stay and shall remain impressed. Adequate off road parking for our SUV.
Reviewed by Terry5.0★Oct 2023
"Everything was perfect."
...that is all!
Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Oct 2023
"The cottage was amazing!"
very clean & cosy, everything was to a very high standard, would have no problem recommending the property to friends & family. sally Ann was very kind and helpful, we really enjoyed our stay, hope to be back again next year
Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Oct 2023
"The cottage was well equipped with everything you would need for a self catering stay, home from home."
Very comfortable seating and beds. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise from the owner Sally Ann, who checked that we had all we needed after a couple of days, and was very friendly. She also sent us an email of suggestions of what was to do in the area and some local walks, which we did. A very well presented cottage. We would recommend Low Thearns, also High Thearns.
Reviewed by Pauline5.0★Sep 2023
"A wonderful cottage, comfortable and beautifully furnished on the edge of the town with great walks from the doorstep."
Just what we needed!
Reviewed by Neil5.0★Jul 2023
"Lovely comfortable cottage, beautiful area for walking."
Reviewed by Jill5.0★Jul 2023
"This is a fabulous property."
The cottage is cosy, comfortable, beautifully decorated and well equipped. The owners have spared no expense in creating an interior worthy of a magazine. There is so much to do in Durham county we couldn't fit it all in. The owner was really helpful and sent us links for walks and places to go. Everyone we met in the village and in the county as a whole was extremely friendly. We can't wait to come back.
Reviewed by Debra5.0★Jun 2023
"Excellent cottage in a wonderful location."
Lots to see within the area.
Reviewed by Ian5.0★Jun 2023
"Low Thearns is a fabulous cottage."
The inside is very spacious and furnished beautifully and very comfortably. The owner lives nearby and popped to see us a couple of times to ensure everything was ok. There is a small garden to the side which we were able utilise most days. The scenery is amazing and there are numerous walks to enjoy nearby. I would highly recommend.
Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Jun 2023
"This is one of the nicest cottages we have stayed in."
Everything has been done with care and attention to produce a great holiday experience. The cottage has a lovely location in a village with a range of amenities and is set in a part of the county that is ideal for exploring this area. The hosts Sally Ann and Andrew couldn’t have been more helpful.
Reviewed by Matthew5.0★Jun 2023
"A fantastic holiday home with lovely attention to detail; comfortable and beautifully appointed!"
Will definitely be back at some point in the future!
Reviewed by Natalie5.0★May 2023
"I can honestly say this was the best cottage I have ever rented, a fantastic location and so nicely upgraded with high end furnishings and the hosts are brilliant!"
Hard to put into words how good it really was. Thanks for wonderful stay. Can’t wait to come back.
Reviewed by David5.0★May 2023
"Like many providers the lounge seating whilst very nice to look at was not conducive to lounging around."
Preference for higher backed settee to sink into especially after a long walk. A minor point as the property was immaculately furnished throughout
Reviewed by Geoffrey4.7★May 2023
"Lovely property, everything you need for a stay."
Plenty of walks in local area, owners extremely pleasant and ready to help. Would recommend a stay.
Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Mar 2023
"A beautifully presented holiday cottage."
High quality fixtures and fittings. A real home from home.
Reviewed by Fran5.0★Mar 2023
"Low Thearns is a stunning, stylish and very comfortable property."
The welcome pack was outstanding and much appreciated. We loved our celebration holiday here in the Durham Dales and look forward to return visits.
Reviewed by Fiona5.0★Mar 2023
"We loved this cottage."
It was so accommodating, warm and welcoming. The facilities were immaculate and we will definitely be back. Thank you to Sally-Ann for looking after us and seeing that we had everything we needed for a very relaxing stay.
Reviewed by Rowena5.0★Feb 2023
"The cottage was very well presented and prepared lovely welcome pack kitchen top notch and fully equipped lovely comfy king size bed everything to make our break enjoyable the owner Sally Ann was so helpful and friendly and informative 10 out of 10 , James +Valerie from greater Manchester."
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x ground floor twin
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with wood-burning stove
Oil central heating
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Tassimo coffee machine (pods not included), DVD player and dishwasher
WiFi, Smart TV with Netflix, books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Large entrance porch, for storage of boots and coats
Off-road parking for two cars
Garden with furniture.BBQ available please bring own charcoal Lockable bike storage
Note: Private fishing on a stretch of the river Tees by arrangement with the owners
Can be booked in conjunction with High Thearns property ref 955251 to sleep a total of 10 people
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles and pub 0.4 miles
Note Ground-floor bedroom is accessed by going up 4 steps with a handrail
Please note: 7 night bookings to be made from Friday-Friday
The property
Resting in the charming market town of Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is Low Thearns.
This wonderful, stone-fronted cottage benefits from off-road parking, close proximity to local amenities and two well-appointed bedrooms, perfect for couples, small families or friends looking to explore the surrounding area.
Be welcomed by a homely living/dining area where you can warm your feet by the crackling woodburning stove before heading into the fully-equipped kitchen to help whip up tasty meals for the whole group.
Gather around the dining table to tuck in or if the sun is shining step outside to indulge in an alfresco affair in the enclosed garden; be sure to pop open a bottle of fizz to toast your retreat.
When stars fill the sky, head inside to wash away the day in the ground-floor shower room before choosing between the king-size or ground-floor twin to catch your rest.
Low Thearns lies paces away from local convenience stores where you can pick up necessities to help ease your self-catered stay or treat your loved ones to a delicious meal at the Teesdale Hotel or the Forresters Bar and Restaurant.
The property lies on the fringes of the North Pennines which is bursting at the seams with a variety of walks and trails including idyllic trails leading to Summerhill Force and Gibson’s Cave, Easter Beck, Cauldrons Snout and the famed High Force Waterfall which drops a dramatic 69 feet.
History is woven throughout the encompassing countryside; marvel at Barnard Castle, traverse the ruins of the fabulous Egglestone Abbey or admire the imposing, medieval Raby Castle which houses art and tapestries.
The Yorkshire Dales National Park is also easily accessible by a short scenic drive and is home to a myriad of attractions and the iconic three peaks challenge which the brave among you may try to complete!
Make unforgettable memories at Low Thearns.
View on map
Where you’ll be staying
MIDDLETON-IN-TEESDALE
Barnard Castle 10 miles.
Nestling by the banks of the River Tees is the pretty Pennine town of Middleton-in-Teesdale, which lies in the heart of Teesdale, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This bustling town offers a good range of shops, pubs and places to eat and is surrounded by superb walking country, with high open moorland as well as pretty wooded valleys. The nearby waterfalls of High Force, Gibson's Cave and Cauldron Snout are amongst the most spectacular sights in the district, and the nearby market town of Barnard Castle can be easily reached and offers a full range of facilities.
