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Hawthorne Cottage is a charming stone terraced cottage that can be found resting in the village of Cotherstone, Durham. Hosting two bedrooms consisting of a double and a twin, this property can sleep a total of two guests. The first floor is finished with a shower room, with an additional shower room resting on the ground floor. The interior is complete with a kitchen/dining room with a gas stove and a sitting room featuring an electric fire. Outside there is an enclosed back garden with a gravelled area and an outdoor dining space. Roadside parking is available for guests. Hawthorne Cottage is a splendid dwelling for a relaxing retreat to Durham. Please note that building work is ongoing at the property next door; the noise is minimal, and they are aware they are to keep it to a minimum. Please Note: This property cannot accept departure dates on a Saturday. Please note that building work is ongoing at the property next door; the noise is minimal, and they are aware they are to keep it to a minimum.

Set amongst the luscious Durham countryside on the banks of the beautiful River Tees, lies the picturesque village of Cotherstone. Home to a quintessential country pub and its very own store selling all of the essentials for a self-catering stay, visitors to the area have all their needs covered! Just a stone's throw away lies the incredible landscapes of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the area is filled with breath-taking scenery and exciting landmarks, all waiting to be explored. The village has easy access to Barnard Castle and Middleton-in-Teesdale, whilst Darlington and Hartlepool sit slightly further afield.