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Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland

Holiday home in Crook with kitchen and patio

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Consider a stay at Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland and take advantage of a garden, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland

The Estate Oakenshaw – Exclusive 6-Acre Retreat with 3 Hot Tubs & Play Park

A rare opportunity to rent an entire 6-acre private estate in County Durham, complete with two luxurious dwellings, three private hot tubs, a woodland play park, and sleeping space for up to 16 guests.

Oakenshaw Estate combines a stunning 1852 stone farmhouse and a contemporary Scandinavian-style log cabin — both offering warmth, style and total tranquillity. Perfect for group getaways, family celebrations, or multi-generational holidays, this exclusive-use retreat offers space, character and unforgettable surroundings.

The farmhouse, known as The Residence, features oak beams, a log burner, designer interiors and generous bedrooms. The log cabin adds a modern rustic twist, with open-plan living, floor-to-ceiling windows, and another hot tub overlooking the trees. Together, they deliver a setting that blends heritage and indulgence seamlessly.

Outdoors, enjoy three private hot tubs, landscaped gardens, nature trails and a play park with swings, climbing frame and sunken trampoline on a barked surface. A sculptural turret at the entrance pays homage to nearby Durham Castle, Auckland Castle, and the world-renowned Kynren show — all just a short drive away.

Highlights include:
• 🛌 Sleeps up to 16 across 2 beautiful crafted buildings
• 🛁 3 private hot tubs
• 🌳 Play park with swings, climbing frame & trampoline
• 🪵 Oak beams, wood floors, log burners & “wow” interiors
• 🏞️ 6-acre gated estate with lake, trees & wildlife
• 🏰 Minutes from Durham, Bishop Auckland & Kynren
• 🧺 Luxury welcome touches & thoughtful hosting
• 🚗 Free secure parking on site

Book the entire estate for your next celebration, reunion or rural escape — a hidden gem where space, story and soul come together.

See our other properties;

The Residence https://t.vrbo.io/j04ZvSeJlVb
The Log Cabin https://t.vrbo.io/gOwAUhiJlVb

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

28707

About the area

Map
Oakenshaw, England

What's nearby

  • Brancepeth Castle Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Whitworth Hall Country Park - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Durham University - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Durham Castle - 14 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 14 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Horse Shoe Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Horseshoe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lowfields Farm Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Mine - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland located?

Situated in Crook, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Whitworth Hall Country Park and Jubilee Park. Spennymoor Leisure Centre and Durham University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely stay at this very large property, well 3 properties, but The Oak and The Barn can form 1 large building and that was how we had it with The Cabin being a seperate building, We used that as our evening entertainment space with it having the pool table extra large Tv and games machine. The kitchens have ample crockery/pans, utensils etc. and the appliances are top of the range. It was a typical wet, windy and cold weekend so didn’t get to use the hot tubs but that didn’t dampen the kids (aged nearly 2 and nearly 5) and 4 of the younger adults enthusiasm for the play area especially the trampoline. Overall an excellent family weekend was had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025