North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 9 min drive
Hamsterley Forest - 15 min drive
Durham University - 26 min drive
Durham Castle - 27 min drive
Durham Cathedral - 27 min drive
Getting around
Shildon Station - 38 min drive
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Number 10 - 5 min drive
Buon Appetito - 4 min drive
The Grey Bull - 10 min drive
Everyday Cafe - 9 min drive
Pack Horse Inn Stanhope - 9 min drive
About this property
The Den, Coves House
Family-friendly lodge
The Den, Coves House provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Books, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
Games, farming classes, and smoke-free premises
A billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at The Den, Coves House include comforts such as kitchen islands and WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
2 bathrooms with toilet paper
Smart TVs with DVD players
Porches or lanais, kitchens, and refrigerators
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Farming classes
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
100% renewable energy
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Books
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Games
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture & ecosystem education
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Smoke-free property
Stereo
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Toilet paper
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Outdoor space
Deck or patio
More
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
Iron/ironing board
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is The Den, Coves House pet-friendly?
Yes, this lodge allows pets (limit 4 total).
What time is check-in at The Den, Coves House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Den, Coves House?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Den, Coves House located?
Set in Bishop Auckland, this family-friendly lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Hall Hill Farm, and Hamsterley Forest. Killhope Lead Mining Museum and North Pennines are also within 9 mi (15 km).
The Den, Coves House Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Annette S.
30 September 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Party Girls
This property fitted what we needed its an amazing space in a beautiful place.
Annette S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chani C.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely excellent
We booked this property for a group of friends to have a weekend away. It was excellent!! just what we needed. Plenty of beds, airy, lovely views. And David was so easygoing and helpful with all our different questions.
Best place!!! We're looking forward to booking The Den again!!
Thank you David!! We really appreciate everything you did!
Chani C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shannon D.
13 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend!
The property was perfect for our needs. Plenty of space for a large family gathering and to play games. David was helpful at every step and would definitely recommend!