West House

81 Customer Reviews

• "What a lovely gem of a cottage."

  Warm and cosy but with a spacious feel and beautifully presented. Being at one end of the village means that it has a fabulous (south facing) open aspect to the rear with great countryside views, yet is only a short stroll into the village centre - the best of both worlds. There are a range of good hikes straight from the door and many others within a short drive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to return.

  Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Nov 2024

• "Lovely, clean, spacious and comfortable cottage."

  It was warm and welcoming when we arrived. Lots of thoughtful touches, like the welcome pack and the bird seed, which were appreciated. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, Middleton is such a friendly place and will certainly return.

  Reviewed by Tim5.0★Nov 2024

• "The perfect holiday cottage in a beautiul location with a fantastic host who went above and beyond to look after us during our stay."

  Thank you for everything!

  Reviewed by Andrea4.7★Oct 2024

• "Very comfortable, well equipped cottage with lovely views."

  Well located for attractions in the Teesdale area. Many walking routes are possible with some starting from the village. Close to Low Force and High Force waterfalls. Middleton has a good range of shops, cafes and an excellent fish and chip shop! This property is recommended for couples or families.

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Oct 2024

• "Bathroom little bit on the small side and parking space could be better but other than that just a beautiful cottage in a lovely location and we enjoyed our stay very much."

  Reviewed by Stephen4.4★Oct 2024

• "We had a wonderful stay."

  Lovely cottage, comfortable beds, beautiful scenery. Welcome pack much appreciated especially fresh milk and eggs. Also lots of toys for our 2 year old which she loved.

  Reviewed by Barbara5.0★Aug 2024

• "Loved our stay at West House."

  Beautifully decorated to a high standard and everything we needed was provided. Some nice touches, welcome pack and bird food for the garden. Sally Ann popped round to check everything OK, very welcoming. Just wish there was another bathroom but we managed fine for 2 nights

  Reviewed by Keith5.0★Aug 2024

• "Really great cottage in perfect location to explore Teesdale and further afield."

  Very peaceful and relaxing. Enjoyed watching the sheep and rabbits from the windows, and sharing breakfast time with the birds on the feeders. Cottage had everything we needed and communication with owners was great. Was an absolutely perfect week away for us and we highly recommend the West House. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Iestyn5.0★Jul 2024

• "This is our second visit to this lovely cottage."

  It is well equipped, comfortable and tastefully decorated. The view from the windows is amazing and is something that I will miss . Its just a sort walk into the village with pubs shops cafes and a late opening co-op. Raby Castle and the Bowes museum are both close by and well worth visit .We spent many pleasant hours walking the footpaths of this beautiful area. Many thanks Sally for the welcome pack and your warm friendly welcome . We would definitely come back .

  Reviewed by Janet5.0★Jun 2024

• "Excellent accommodation, very clean, comfortable and well prepared."

  Friendly and helpful owner. Parking adequate but requires care. Walk in shower would add to the versatility of the accommodation. Would certainly use again.

  Reviewed by James4.7★May 2024

• "We had a lovely holiday in this gorgeous, comfortable and warm cottage."

  Middleton in Teesdale is a really friendly village with all the facilities you need within walking distance of the cottage. Sally Ann and her family made us very welcome, and we can’t wait to return later this year.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Apr 2024

• "A lovely, clean, cosy cottage."

  Sally Anne checked in on our first evening to make sure we had everything we needed, including information on walks in and around the area. All cafes, pubs and restaurants within a 10 minute stroll into the village. We had a very relaxing stay, a nice little get away from our busy lifestyles.

  Reviewed by Cleveland5.0★Feb 2024

• "West House was a wonderful place to hunker down and sit out not just one, but two storms!"

  We were extremely comfortable, cosy and warm and, given that the weather largely curtailed our walking plans, the birds at the feeder kept us well entertained! Sally Ann, the owner provided a generous welcome hamper at the start, and very kindly checked up on us during the week. West House is a beautiful cottage in a stunning location, well worthy of 5 stars and we fully intend to return.

  Reviewed by Marilyn5.0★Jan 2024

• "Fabulous place with great walks from your doorstep!"

  Spacious cozy cottage with amazing views from every window! Loved ending the day with a glass of wine in front of the fire .. will definitely be returning to this cottage 10 out of 10 ..

  Reviewed by Sam5.0★Oct 2023

• "The cottage was delightful."

  It was clean, welcoming and very cosy. The host kindly left a welcome pack of milk, cordial and biscuits. The views from the living room were stunning. We stayed in autumn and had some lovely sunny days. There is plenty of walking and do in the immediate area and further afield. We will certainly be returning next year.

  Reviewed by Jane5.0★Oct 2023

• "We had an amazing stay in this cottage."

  Highly recommend. Beautiful gardens, 2 large bedrooms. The owner was lovely and very attentive. 2 min walk to the village, shops including co-op, butchers, antique shop, chemist, lots of cafes. The local fish and chips were delicious. Nice bike ride along an old railway line, ended up at a little quaint village and we stopped and had lunch. The cottage was very comfortable can not fault it in any way, don't miss out and book before it goes.

  Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Aug 2023

• "An amazing house."

  Actually lovelier than the photos. Lots of space, perfectly clean and comfortable, thoughtful touches from the friendly owners. Plus a wonderful location for exploring such a stunning area.

  Reviewed by Rebecca5.0★Jul 2023

• "Lovely cottage in a quiet area with plenty of walks and areas of beauty to explore."

  Owner very friendly and helpful.

  Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Jun 2023

• "Middleton is a wonderful place to stay."

  It's small enough to walk around comfortably and there are beautiful walks in all directions. West House was in a quiet spot with the most wonderful views of hills above and the sound of sheep below. The beds were very comfortable. We had everything we needed and we didn't want to leave. Thank you, Sally Ann. It was a great pleasure to meet you and hear about life in Teesdale.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Jun 2023

• "A lovely cottage equipped with all you need."

  The spacious rooms are warm and cosy and with a comfortable sofa and bed it makes for a relaxing stay. Well located with excellent walks from the doorstep and easy walking distance into the village.

  Reviewed by Lindsay5.0★Apr 2023

• "We absolutely loved our stay at West House."

  The location was perfect and the cottage was very cosy. Set in the beautiful quiet countryside, and conveniently close to all amenities. We enjoyed watching the birds in the morning when we were having breakfast in the kitchen dining area. Our little two year old boy also enjoyed playing with the toys provided in the cottage. Sally was so lovely and helpful. She generously showed us around the farm and let Henry fed the lambs. He really loved the experience! Thank you so much Sally for the lovely stay! We will definitely go back again in the future!

  Reviewed by Mimi5.0★Mar 2023

• "A lovely cottage, ideally situated with great views across the dale."

  ; very tastefully decorated, extremely comfortable, well-equipped with everything we could possibly have needed and topped off with a terrific ‘Welcome’ pack of goodies. Sally-Ann could not have been more helpful and welcoming, and had a fund of suggestions for walks in the area and places to visit. We wouldn’t hesitate to re-book!

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Feb 2023

• "Wonderful cottage, had a fabulous week."

  The hosts were exceptionally helpful. Lots of walks around middleton in teesdale and surrounding areas. The beds and pillows were very comfy. It was lovely to feed the birds and wonderful views looking out. Would happily recommend.

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Feb 2023

• "The house was lovely thoroughly enjoyed my stay, so much so that I have already booked up again"

  Reviewed by Danielle5.0★Jan 2023

• "We had a long weekend at West House and found it excellent."

  The house was well equipped and spacious on the edge of a village, which had all the amenities. We found the owners very good, they had left us a welcome pack and were in contact if we needed. They supplied the cottage and us with all the information on what to do in the area and were to eat. We will be looking to return soon.

  Reviewed by Lee5.0★Dec 2022

• "A really comfortable and well furnished accommodation in a beautiful and quiet setting."

  We were provided with everything we needed and the welcome pack + fresh eggs were wonderful. It was a delightful base for a walking holiday in an area unfamiliar to us. When it turned cooler the heating was just right.

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Sep 2022

• "Fab location with amazing Pennine views in a beautiful (small) town with all the ..."

  Fab location with amazing Pennine views in a beautiful (small) town with all the shops you need, great hosts and West House is truly home from home, would recommend or return for another stay without a second thought

  Reviewed by John5.0★Sep 2022

• "Really lovely cottage - beautifully decorated."

  Comfortable, cool during a hot spell. Lovely garden to relax in and cute watching the bunnies in the next field. Would definitely go back.

  Reviewed by Hannah5.0★Jul 2022

• "A very comfortable quiet cottage in a great location with a fabulous view."

  We had a great week of walking here and it was a joy to return to this cottage every day. Very helpful and welcoming host.

  Reviewed by Sian5.0★Jul 2022

• "Sally Ann was a great host."

  ..the welcome pack was much appreciated as was her visit to us to check to see if everything was ok. Impressed with the standard of the furnishings throughout the house and there was everything we needed to make it a relaxing holiday. Can thoroughly recommend West House.

  Reviewed by Sue5.0★May 2022

• "Had a great week at West House."

  Will be booking again for next year.

  Reviewed by David5.0★May 2022

• "Excellent location, well equipped, lovely owners, highly recommended"

  Reviewed by Julian5.0★Apr 2022

• "Fantastic stay at this gorgeous cottage."

  It is very well appointed with everything you could need and was absolutely immaculate throughout. It was more spacious than we were expecting. We loved the wood burning stove, the decor and the little extra touches such as bird seed for the feeders. Thank you Sally Anne. Looking forward to staying again.

  Reviewed by Debbie5.0★Jan 2022

• "Cottage was beautiful."

  Very cosy. Unfortunately we couldn't stay for the whole time due to adverse weather and no electricity. But we would love to go back another time

  Reviewed by Patricia5.0★Nov 2021

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in West House."

  Without doubt it is one of the nicest holiday properties we have stayed in. West House is very spacious, comfortable and tastefully decorated. It is very well equipped with everything we needed for a self catering holiday. The views from the house are beautiful. We would love to return to West House to enjoy more of the local walks and we'll certainly recommend this property to friends and family.

  Reviewed by Catriona5.0★Oct 2021

• "This is 10 out of 10 holiday home."

  West House is a charming well-equipped home with lots of character The views are stunning, it is a peaceful setting and the sheep in the field are entertaining. The owner Sally-Ann is very helpful. A lovely area and a relaxing break with lots of walks and history.

  Reviewed by Neil5.0★Oct 2021

• "From the start of booking through to the final day, the communication was to the highest level and seamless in it's delivery."

  The cottage was in an a beautiful location, and was an absolute gem in it's decor and incredible attention to detail with what was provided..... even the Welcome Pack was so well thought out and a lovely touch after a very long and arduous journey. There are no adjectives which really do credit to this wonderful area, and such an incredible property.

  Reviewed by Fiona5.0★Sep 2021

• "For a family of 5 we found this cottage absolutely perfect."

  We had everything we needed and felt at home straight away. With the town a short walk away (amazing food) and stunning walks in all directions if you wanted, we loved it. The views were stunning from the comfort of the cottage and the outside space was lovely for watching many different birds and a resident squirrel. We will definitely be coming back.

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Aug 2021

• "Cottage was very clean, comfortable and in a beautiful setting with everything we could need."

  The owner Sally Ann was very welcoming and helpful. There were lots of walks from the door and plenty of places to visit and we hope to go back.

  Reviewed by Barbara5.0★Jul 2021

• "Perfect Cottage."

  Perfect location. Amazing views from the cottage. Lots of space. Great host.

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Jul 2021

• "Beautiful cottage, well cared for and such a lovely location."

  Reviewed by Ronald5.0★May 2021

• "Spacious, clean, well equipped property with stunning views."

  Sally Ann is a welcoming owner and will sort out any issues promptly. The parking at this property will not appeal to everyone as although you drive in there is a long ( about 25 feet) narrow reverse out with a stone wall of another property on your left . Middleton in Teesdale is a great location for walking and bird watching. The village has two pubs a good butcher and there's a Co op. While we were there the Co op was under renovation and so had a limited,but adequate stock. The east coast is only 1.5 hours away and enjoyed visits to Amble and Coquet Island.

  Reviewed by Janice4.1★May 2021

• "Absolutely loved this cottage."

  It was spacious, tastefully decorated, clean and well-equipped. We had high expectations after viewing the photos and those expectations were well met. We had cosy evenings in front of the wood burner staring out the window at the lovely view. And it was also unexpectedly warm enough to sit in the garden on a morning admiring that same view and listening to all the lovely bird song (top tip - put some bird food on the bird table - there's some in the storage room - we saw lots of visitors including a nuthatch). The main part of Middleton is less than 10 minutes walk and we found the service at both the pubs/hotels (Teesdale & Forrester's) very friendly. The food we had at the Teesdale was very nice (decent vegan selection too). High Force & Low Force waterfalls are close by and well worth a look.

  Reviewed by Cheryl5.0★Apr 2021

• "Knowing we were arriving late, the owner, Sally-Anne, very thoughtfully turned on lights and heating and left us a lovely welcome basket of goodies which was really appreciated after a long journey."

  We immediately felt at home in West House. It is lovely house, beautifully furnished, very comfortable, and spotlessly clean. The kitchen is well equipped for keen cooks and the views are just wonderful. We were able to buy all our provisions locally, which is important in these challenging times, and would definitely recommend the local butcher who alongside delicious sausages also sells fabulous cakes! The local pub provides a very good takeout service for part of the week. There are lots of glorious walks close-by and a drive in pretty much any direction takes you through stunning scenery. There’s far too much to explore in a week- we’ll definitely be back!

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Oct 2020

• "Beautiful cottage with lovely views."

  Very helpful owner.

  Reviewed by Jennifer5.0★Oct 2020

• "Location, scenery, very welcoming owners."

  Lots of amazing walks. Beautiful cottage, well equipped, comfortable in a quiet setting. Stunning!

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Aug 2020

• "Fabulous property in a beautiful setting."

  Very well equipped and very helpful owner who sent us a sheet of walks etc suitable for our young child. We would return there in a heartbeat!

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2020

• "Absolutely lovely house and location."

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jul 2020

• "The photos did not do this cottage justice, it far exceeded our expectations!"

  The owner was very accommodating without being intrusive!

  Reviewed by Darren4.7★Mar 2020

• "Fantastic cottage in the perfect spot!"

  Close enough to walk to the pubs, cafes, supermarket and butcher shop, but far enough away from everything to enjoy the amazing views to Kirkcarrion. Cottage had everything we needed for our family, including toys and games our 6 year old and 10 month old. The property was very clean and cozy and the owners made us feel very much at home, they even gave our son a birthday gift! We will recommend this place to our family and friends near and far, and plan to return in the summer.

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Nov 2019

• "While it was not a problem to us, the property was at the top of quite a short steep hill."

  So you need to be quite fit. Anyone with any sort of mobility problem would have to use a car...

  Reviewed by Raymond5.0★Sep 2019

• "If you want to get away from the beaten track , Teasdale is the place Weather was not the best for the time of year , but I’ll need to have a word with someone else about that !"

  Reviewed by Steve5.0★Aug 2019

• "What a lovely spot to stay - a beautiful house in an idyllic setting."

  The village is only a couple of minutes' walk and has everything you might need; and Barnard Castle is only a short drive and has anything else you can think of. Sally Ann (the owner and manager) is really good - there was lots of local info and she was only too happy to answer questions. The fresh eggs from their own hens was a real bonus too! We had a wonderful week there and will definitely be back :)

  Reviewed by James5.0★Jul 2019

• "Myself and my family had a great time at West house."

  Rooms are really spacious and comfortable, it was clean and had everything you needed. Great house in a lovely area.

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★May 2019

• "A well equipped holiday cottage only 5 mins walk from the town but in a really quite location."

  The added extras provided by the owner were a lovely surprise. We will definitely return.

  Reviewed by Carolyn5.0★May 2019

• "Great cottage in a wonderful location."

  Cottage owner was very friendly and welcoming, the cottage felt really homely and was very well equipped. The welcome pack was a lovely touch. Will definitely visit again

  Reviewed by Judith5.0★May 2019

• "The cottage was so very cosy and warm with everything we needed."

  The scenery was lovely and we could not fault the location. The owner was so helpful and made our stay a delight, just wish we had booked for a longer stay.

  Reviewed by Gary5.0★Mar 2019

• "We already knew the area and what it offers but the house was as good as anyone could expect."

  We felt at home from arrival to departure and would've taken another week if it wasn't booked. The owner made sure people have everything they need and we all felt she really cares ... we'll certainly go back.

  Reviewed by Neville5.0★Mar 2019

• "Beautiful house great location ."

  Helpful friendly hosts Returning in September!

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Mar 2019

• "Very comfortable and well equipped cottage in a lovely setting with great views over the country side."

  A few minutes walk into the town with its 2 pubs and tea shops. An excellent location for those who enjoy walking as it is very close to the Pennine Way with walks up to Low & High Force waterfalls.

  Reviewed by Mike5.0★Jan 2019

• "We had the most perfect Christmas in the most perfect cottage."

  The accommodation was wonderful as was the host. Would most definitely recommend a stay at West Cottage.

  Reviewed by Amber5.0★Dec 2018

• "It was a beautiful cottage and we had a fantastic weekend there!"

  I was the perfect relaxation get-away! I would definitely return!

  Reviewed by Erin5.0★Nov 2018

• "The house was really lovely and had everything we needed including toys for our boys."

  It was a great location too with fantastic views.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Nov 2018

• "Brilliant cottage, great location."

  Would definitely return.

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Aug 2018

• "Owner very friendly and welcoming."

  Perfect location for exploring Upper Teesdale and very convenient to Middleton itself and the local shops etc.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth4.7★Jun 2018

• "The cottage was fine, and the owner very friendly and welcoming."

  The views from the garden are wonderful. The kitchen is modern with all mod cons.

  Reviewed by Brian5.0★Jun 2018

• "What a beautiful, homely cottage with stunning views!"

  ! We really enjoyed watching the birds, the lovely long walks from the cottage and to top it off we were able to feed lambs up at the farm and even lucky enough to see 3 more being born! We had such a lovely stay, can't wait to return!

  Reviewed by Jo5.0★Mar 2018

• "The cottage was great and the owners so helpful during the snowy weather."

  Would definitely return but book direct. Sykes - I was distinctly unimpressed with. Payment system is terrible, hidden credit card fees then took balance payment twice. Definitely wouldn’t use again.

  Reviewed by Jenny5.0★Feb 2018

• "The cottage is beautiful,well equipped and very clean."

  As a base for exploring the local area it’s great, if any critical comment could be made it would be About it’s listed location. It would be advantageous to note for those of limited mobility that in order to Walk to and from the village a hill climb is required .

  Reviewed by John4.4★Feb 2018

• "Very well equipped cottage and despite the 4 inches of snow that fell when we were there the cottage was very warm."

  Our host. Sally Ann, called by to ensure all was well and was on hand in the event of any problems (there were none!). Great location just a few minutes walk from the town and it's pubs and facilities with a number of walks nearby and central for exploring the Dales

  Reviewed by Mike5.0★Jan 2018

• "Central heating not working properly when we arrived."

  It broke down altogether on New Year’s Day. Owner gave us a bag of logs for the wood burner pending getting a heating engineer the next day. Not a lot else owner could have done. However the thermostat for the heating is in sitting room which means that when the central heating is on at same time as wood burner the thermostat clicks heating off, thus leaving rest of house cold. The dining room was too cold to use any of the time we were there. Also the vast majority of doors do not fit properly. The door on the main bedroom has to be pushed down to open it. The bathroom door does not shut properly unless you bang it shut.....not conjusive to a good nights sleep if any one needs the bathroom during the night ! The second bedroom door does not close at all ! These are all things that could be addressed easily and without too much cost !

  Reviewed by Debbie4.4★Dec 2017

• "A perfect house in a perfect setting."

  Reviewed by Dan5.0★Dec 2017

• "This was our second stay at West house."

  The cottage is in a quiet location, but within walking distance of the village. It is very well maintained, clean and comfortable. If you like walking, the outdoors and peace and quiet then this is the place to stay.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Dec 2017

• "Probably the most comfortable and best equipped cottages we've experienced in more than 20 years of self-catering holidays."

  Lovely eggs from the owner's hens. Short walk to the village - and a longer one back up hill!

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Jul 2017

• "The cottage provided everything one could wish for, we were lucky with the weather too!"

  Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Jun 2017

• "Cottage was spotless so well equipt cosy and so comfy didnt want to leave ..."

  Cottage was spotless so well equipt cosy and so comfy didnt want to leave fantastic views great village and all the shops you would need and very friendly people cannot fault it at all

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Dec 2016

• "Cosy & comfortable."

  Spotless & stylish. Home from home. Magic xx

  Reviewed by Kate5.0★Dec 2016

• "This is a repeat holiday break at this property"

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Oct 2016

• "Lovely cottage in good location"

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★Oct 2016

• "West House is a lovely cottage with everything that you need for a relaxing week away."

  Really big bed, plenty of room, fire and a brilliant host in Sally Ann. The house is on the edge of Middleton with a couple of excellent pubs (the Teesdale Hotel is v. good with imaginitive veggie options), butcher, COOP cafes and a fish & chip shop (they use Beef dripping)

  Reviewed by Lee5.0★Sep 2016

• "The cottage is in an absolutely ideal location with a view across to an ancient burial mound and open moors, but 5 minutes from the village with all its amenities."

  The owner's mum lives next door and gave us loads of advice about local walks, and the owner popped in a couple of times to check we had everything we needed and bought a new kettle instantly when the old one began to work intermittently. The cottage was spotlessly clean and very comfortable indeed, with an exceptionally well-equipped kitchen (not always the case in holiday cottages!) which suited us as we tend to cook for ourselves rather than eating out. The garden is completely private and quiet, so lovely to sit out in when the weather is warm. We have had a really lovely holiday and plan to return to West House within the next couple of years if we can. It is the sort of place we would be inclined to book once a year or for long weekends if we lived closer than Cornwall!

  Reviewed by Gill5.0★Jul 2016

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