Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

The Tithe Barn consists of a kitchen with oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, and a living/dining room with dining seating for 10, a TV, and a woodburning stove. The bedrooms consist of two doubles with en-suite bathroom, a ground-floor twin with en-suite shower room, and two further ground-floor twins, along with a ground-floor shower room. Outside, there is an enclosed courtyard with furniture and off-road parking for three cars. Within 4.3 miles, you will find a shop, and within 1.3 miles, a pub, and please note that one well-behaved pet is welcome but smoking is not allowed. A cot and highchair are also available. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. For an unforgettable stay in Durham, look no further than The Tithe Barn.

The market town of Barnard Castle is situated in the unspoilt countryside of Teesdale in County Durham. It stands on the site of an ancient Roman fort which crosses the river. The medieval ruins of the castle still tower over the river and are well worth a visit. Known affectionately as 'Barney’ by residents and visitors alike, the town boasts cobble streets, yards and back lanes, which were first laid out in the 12th century. The nearby Bowes Museum is well worth a visit and a wonderful way to spend a day wandering around this beautiful building and experiencing the fascinating exhibitions. Beautiful walking country is right on the doorstep of this lovely market town, with woodland walks and cycle routes and the Lake District, the Pennine and Teesdale Ways, and the River Tees and magnificent waterfalls at High Force are all within easy reach.