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If we had to choose one word to sum up why people are choosing Plawsworth Hall cottages over traditional hotels…that word would be freedom. A key to your own front door with the freedom to come and go as you please. Have some friends over for drinks, relax in front of the TV, cook a meal or order a takeaway. The choice is entirely yours. Imagine your home in the middle of beautiful Durham countryside. You look out of the window and see green fields and blue sky, the silence disturbed only by the birds singing. You step-out into a gorgeous private courtyard, perfect for lazy days, alfresco dining and having fun with the kids. And there’s an abundance of car parking space too. From long walks through a stunning 50 acre private site alive with the fresh vibrant colours of summer to curling up with a book in the warm seclusion of your own space, it’s a complete contrast to the rigid formality of impersonal hotels. There are no “hidden extras” like drinks from the mini-bar or telephone charges and the cost is much less than most hotels. And, unlike most holiday homes, we’re VAT registered which makes us even more competitive for companies that are able to reclaim VAT. Combine the luxury and comfort of a top hotel with the freedom and independence of home and you have it – Plawsworth Hall cottages. Holiday
Situated in the quiet, award winning village of Plawsworth and surrounded by the magnificent Durham countryside Plawsworth Hall cottages provide a comfortable, home from home, rural retreat and a great opportunity to get away from it all. Only 3 miles from the historic city of Durham with its world famous cathedral you’ll find numerous museums and galleries, ancient castles and historic houses. County Durham’s beautiful coast and countryside with its country parks and riverside walks are legendary while Durham’s central location makes the whole north east so accessible. With its fascinating blend of Christian, social and industrial heritage along with some of England’s most beautiful and unspoilt landscape, County Durham is the perfect place for a relaxing countryside break. It’s also an excellent touring base with Hadrian’s Wall, Lindisfarne and the Northumberland coast, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District in close proximity. There’s a food store, a Post Office, newsagents and a busy pub and restaurant serving breakfast - all within walking distance. The Arnison Centre retail park with a large Sainsbury’s hypermarket is just over a mile away. Several excellent take-aways are just 2 miles away plus a number of local top class restaurants. A concierge service is also available if you require any assistance. Visiting Relatives
Plawsworth Hall cottages provide a perfect, relaxed, cost effective solution if you’re visiting relatives. You have complete freedom; this is your home for as long as you stay with us. You can come and go exactly as you please, you don’t have to leave by a certain time or return by a certain time, you have the key to your own front door. Some days you may decide to eat out, some days you may decide to “stay home” and cook your favourite meal, maybe your dietary requirements make that a preferable option. Or you could invite your relatives over for dinner or maybe a barbecue in the courtyard? Although Plawsworth is a small village of approximately 40 houses we’re ideally situated between Durham and Chester-Le-Street allowing easy access to main roads. There’s also a food store, a Post Office, newsagents and a busy pub and restaurant serving breakfast - all within walking distance. Relocation or Renovation
If you’re in the middle of a house buying chain and the timing’s not working out perfectly, you might possibly need to vacate your house before your new one is ready. Maybe you’re thinking of moving to the area and need to get your bearings, research schools for the kids or check out the local amenities. You might be having some building or renovation work done to your house which is proving to be too disruptive and need to escape the noise and upheaval. Whether your requirement is from seven days to several months, Plawsworth Hall cottages provides a quiet, tranquil and very cost effective solution. You will have complete freedom to come and go as you please and lead a completely normal life while you're away from home. Cook your own meals, wash your own clothes or enjoy your favourite takeaway, much as you would at home. Corporate Short Term Contracts
For business people, workers or consultants on short term contracts or projects Plawsworth Cottages offers a more relaxed and informal solution than hotels, it becomes home for the length of your stay. If you're working away from home for a prolonged period of time you’ll want your accommodation to feel as much like home as possible. And ideally to the highest specification whilst meeting the demands of your busy working life. We also have special discounts available for extended bookings, the longer you stay the greater the value. Hotels can be a little restricting and claustrophobic, particularly for long stays. It’s so much nicer to be able to live exactly as you would at home and enjoy far greater flexibility, independence and privacy. You can cook your own food and wash your own clothes, much as you would at home. Have friends or work colleagues over, cook dinner for them or employ a chef for the evening. You have the complete freedom and flexibility to choose. It’s a real cost effective alternative to hotels and there are no surprises when you pay your bill. You won’t be charged extra for things like food and drink, parking, internet access, telephone or movies,
Local Area
Situated midway between historic Durham City (3 miles) and the market town of Chester-le-Street (2 miles), Plawsworth is ideally placed for commuting to the major commercial centres of the North East and an ideal base for touring the Dales, Northumberland, the Borders and North Yorkshire. A busy pub and restaurant are only a three minute stroll away and a paper shop and food store are both within walking distance (500 yards). The Arnison Centre Retail Park with a large Sainsbury’s hypermarket is just over a mile away while several excellent take-aways are available in Framwellgate Moor (2 miles). For children, two family pubs with supervised play areas and children's menus are less than a mile away and we have several top class restaurants within easy reach for a special evening out. There is a bus stop 350 yards away with regular services to Darlington, Durham , Chester-le-Street and Newcastle. Durham Railway Station is within easy reach by bus. Regular services operate to York (40 mins) Edinburgh (1hr 40mins). The Theatre Royal (20mins) is one of only nine Grade I Listed theatres in England and is regarded by many as the UK’s finest theatre building. It’s the regional home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre, Opera North and Rambert Dance Company. The iconic curves of the Sage on Newcastle/Gateshead’s Quayside (15mins) were designed by Sir Norman Foster and host the acclaimed Northern Sinfonia as well as world class musical events from jazz to folk. At Sunderland Empire (20mins) you can see smash hit West End musicals such as Starlight Express, Miss Saigon and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to opera and ballet; cutting-edge comedy to very latest kids shows. There’s lots to see from the Angel of the North to Alnwick Castle, Hadrian’s Wall to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. This is an area of outstanding beauty, one that you will never forget. Cottages and Apartments
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by beautiful Durham countryside and offer a choice of one and two bedroomed apartments and three bedroomed cottages. They are all stylishly furnished and fully equipped with everything you might need during your stay away from home. There is ample car parking, a weekly housekeeping and linen changing service, an on-site office/reception to provide you with any assistance you may need and cots and high chairs are available free of charge. You can also enjoy the use all communal gardens and there are a number of excellent walking tracks within the quite stunning 40 acre estate which surrounds the properties. We are located one mile from a large Sainsbury’s supermarket, which is usually our guest’s first point of call. If however you would like us to provide some basic first night essentials please don’t hesitate to ask when booking. If you wish to order supermarket shopping online prior to arrival, please notify reception and your goods will be waiting in your accommodation for you on arrival. One bedroomed apartment
Our one bedroomed apartment includes a separate double bedroom with double or twin beds and en-suite bathroom and includes a dishwasher, freezer, automatic washer/dryer along with iron and ironing board. Within our gas fired centrally heated, one bedroomed apartment, you will find a comfortable, stylish lounge furnished to the highest standards to relax in, play music, watch widescreen colour TV or simply chill. Maybe you have some work to do? No problem, there’s a high speed, wireless internet connection service provided. And of course you’re living in your own personal space and plenty of it, a welcome alternative to the claustrophobia of a hotel room. The spacious fully fitted kitchen/dining area comes fully equipped with gas hobs, electric oven, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster plus all the cooking utensils and crockery you would expect in a modern kitchen. Imagine you’re living at home with all the independence, freedom and flexibility you would enjoy, as well as the privacy of course
Two bedroomed apartments
We have eight two bedroomed apartments, four with double and twin bedrooms with one bathroom and four with double and single bedrooms with two bathrooms and includes a dishwasher, freezer, automatic washer/dryer along with iron and ironing board. They are all gas fired centrally heated, with a comfortable, stylish lounge furnished to the highest standards to relax in, play music, watch widescreen colour TV or simply chill. If you have work to do there’s a high speed, wireless internet connection service provided. Live as you would at home with all the independence, freedom and flexibility you would enjoy, as well as the privacy of course. Three bedroomed apartment
Our three bedroomed apartment has a large open plan kitchen/dining and living area, It feature two double bedrooms, both with en-suite bathroom and one single bedroom and includes a dishwasher, freezer, automatic washer/dryer along with iron and ironing board. The apartment also enjoys fantastic views of the beautiful North East countryside. It is gas fired centrally heated, with a comfortable, stylish lounge furnished to the highest standards to relax in, play music, watch widescreen colour TV or simply chill. A high speed, wireless internet connection service is also provided. Imagine you’re living at home with all the independence, freedom and flexibility you would enjoy, as well as the privacy of course. Two bedroomed cottage
Our two bedroomed cottage features two bathrooms, one with en-suite, plus a separate lounge and a large fully fitted kitchen/dining area and includes a dishwasher, freezer, automatic washer/dryer along with iron and ironing board. The spacious kitchen/dining area comes fully equipped with gas hobs, electric oven, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster plus all the cooking utensils and crockery you would expect in a modern kitchen. Three bedroomed cottage
Our three bedroomed cottage includes an en-suite in the master bedroom which can sleep five or six people a coal effect gas fire in the lounge plus a large family bathroom and includes a dishwasher, freezer, automatic washer/dryer along with iron and ironing board. Guest Services
If you have any questions or queries about your stay with us please just ask at reception. We are here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible and will be delighted to help in any way we can. Guest information books are provided in all our properties providing all the information that you may need for your stay with us. A concierge service is available at reception. Local tourist information can be found in the reception area, or in your accommodation. All post and deliveries will come to reception for redistribution. Please notify a member of staff if you are expecting any mail that may need to be signed for. Guests are asked to bring their own towels. However, towels, extra housekeeping and ironing services can be provided on request. We very much regret that we cannot accommodate pets.
