Weardale Retreat
Highly rated
Wolsingham, Bishop Auckland, County Durham
Weardale Retreat
Weardale Retreat is situated in the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 30 minutes from Durham. The singular adult-only shepherd's hut is set in a private area of a working farm, enjoying unspoilt countryside views. Guests will have everything they need for a luxurious stay, including an ensuite, kitchenette, wood burner, WiFi, a fire pit and even a hot tub for soaking in the scenery with a glass of bubbly. Pet friendly.
Luxury adult only and dog friendly shepherd's hut set on a working farm in the North Pennines AONB
Equipped with a modern ensuite, kitchenette, WiFi and private outdoor fire pit and hot tub!
Surrounded by picturesque walking routes, within a 30 minute drive of Bishop Auckland and Durham
About Weardale Retreat
Surrounded by picturesque walking country and working farmland, this peaceful glamping site offers an ideal adult-only relaxing retreat. For days out, you will also be surrounded by plenty of attractions, including the Beamish Living Museum of the North and Low Force Waterfall within a 30 minute drive. The site offers just one shepherd's hut, sleeping up to two in a comfy double bed with bedding included. Inside, you will also find a modern ensuite with a shower, towels, slippers and bathrobes. There is also WiFi, indoor seating and a wood burner to keep you toasty even in the cooler months. For cooking, you will have a full kitchenette with a microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, cutlery, crock pot and even a coffee machine for your morning cuppa. If you fancy a treat, the site has bookable extras available including afternoon tea, cream scones, flowers, a breakfast basket and more! Step outside and you will also find a private outdoor area. You will have a table and chairs for al fresco dining, a fire pit with a BBQ grill provided for toasting marshmallows and even a private hot tub for unwinding after a long day of exploring! Dogs are also welcome to join you for your stay for no extra charge. The outside space is also fenced to ensure safety for any roaming four-legged friends! Dogs must be kept under control at all times due to being on a working farm. For any guess looking to bring their horse with them, the site has the facilities to keep them as well as electric vehicle charging.
Weardale Retreat is open all year round.
The shepherd's hut has an ensuite with a modern shower and toilet. The kitchenette is equipped for all your self-catering needs. There is free WiFi in the hut and the site has EV chargers and car parking.
The closest pub is The Frosterley Inn which is a 30 minute walk from the shepherd's hut, and to pick up any essentials the closest shop is the Lakes and Dales Co-Op which is just a 35 minute walk away.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 1 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
Shepherd's Hut
Max 2 people
Luxury shepherd's hut offering a double bed with bedding and ensuite. Inside is a woodburning stove, seating area, and a kitchenette with a coffee machine, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. Outside is a hot tub, BBQ and seating. Pets are welcome.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Bishop Auckland area
For a unique day out, take a trip to Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, a 30 minute drive away. Travel through different themed villages, taking you from the 1820's through to the 1950's with replica shops, pharmacies, transport and more!
Being in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the site is also in an ideal location for walking routes. The Weardale Way runs just by the site and the Harehope Quarry Project is a 30 minute walk away.
The historic city of Durham is also a 30 minute drive from the site. Full of historic attractions and scenic cobbled streets, a visit to Durham Cathedral or National Trust - Crook Hall Gardens is a must!
Other nearby attractions include:
- Low Force Waterfall (30 minutes)
- Oriental Museum (30 minutes)
- Tanfield Railway (30 minutes)
- High Force Waterfall (35 minutes)
- Gibside (35 minutes)