The View Stanhope Surrounded by the open and unspoilt countryside of Weardale an area of outstanding natural beauty this cosy studio style cottage (shown first floor right of photograph) boasts wonderful far reaching rural views and superb walking from the doorstep. Recently converted from a barn adjoining the owners' home it lies within easy reach of this lovely area's myriad delights. Pony trekking in Hamsterley Forest nostalgic trips on Weardale Railway (seasonal) and Kilhope Lead Mining Museum are all nearby whilst the Beamish open air Museum Newcastle's city pleasures and the glories of the Lake District are all under an hour's drive. Hadrian's Wall with its Roman forts and the cathedral city of Durham are within 30 miles. Stanhope offers a selection of shops and a good visitors' centre (4 miles) and there is a country pub 1½ miles away. Phone: 0844 847 1143 South Hanging Wells Eastgate Stanhope, County Durham DL13 2AB North East England
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