Low Shipley Mill in Marwood near Barnard Castle | Stunning Yorkshire Dales Group Cottage

About Low Shipley Mill

Low Shipley Mill is a superb semi-detached barn conversion sleeping eight guests in Marwood near Barnard Castle, County Durham. This stone-built property sits in rolling countryside with spectacular views of the Dales and features a private hot tub perfect for groups. The barn conversion includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms across its spacious layout.

The property sits in unspoilt Teesdale countryside with access via a mile-long single track road. Barnard Castle lies 5.5 miles away with its cobbled streets and medieval ruins.

Accommodation comprises two king-size bedrooms with en-suite walk-in showers and Smart TVs, one twin bedroom with Smart TV and one bunk bedroom with Smart TV. Three bathrooms include two en-suites plus a family bathroom with bath and shower. The kitchen/diner has electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. The sitting room features a woodburning stove and glass floor window overlooking the original working water mill. Off-road parking for four cars.

Bowes Museum (5.5 miles, 12 minutes) houses European fine art. Raby Castle (6 miles, 15 minutes) offers medieval architecture and gardens. Richmond Castle (13 miles, 25 minutes) provides Norman history. Barnard Castle Golf Club (5.5 miles, 12 minutes) suits golf enthusiasts.

Low Shipley Mill combines countryside peace with group-friendly facilities. Best for families or friends wanting space, comfort and outdoor relaxation in County Durham.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
✓6 x smart tv with freeview, wifi, selection of books
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair and travel cot available
✓Off-road parking for 4 cars
✓Enclosed lawned courtyard with furniture and patio with hot tub
✓Two well-behaved dogs welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 5.4 miles, pub 3.3 miles
✓Note: access to this property is via a 1-mile single track unmade road
✓Note: dogs must be kept on a lead at all times due to surrounding livestock

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Low Shipley Mill

Hot Tub with Countryside Views

Private hot tub in enclosed courtyard overlooking rolling Dales countryside provides perfect relaxation after exploring Teesdale with space for the whole group.

Glass Floor Viewing Window

Unique glass window in sitting room offers views of the original working water mill below, creating a fascinating feature that guests find captivating.

Spacious Group Accommodation

Four bedrooms sleeping eight with three bathrooms means plenty of space for larger families or friend groups without feeling cramped or rushed.

Smart TVs Throughout

Every bedroom has its own Smart TV with Freeview, giving everyone personal entertainment space plus main sitting room TV for group viewing.

Well-Equipped Kitchen Facilities

Kitchen includes dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer and all cooking equipment needed for preparing group meals without hassle or missing items.

Parking for Four Cars

Off-road parking for four vehicles means groups arriving separately can all park safely without worrying about space or roadside parking issues.

Getting To Low Shipley Mill

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Low Shipley Mill by car, take the A66 towards Barnard Castle then follow signs to Marwood. The property is accessed via a one-mile single track unmade road. Off-road parking for four cars is available on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Darlington, approximately 16 miles away. From Darlington station, taxi services can take you directly to Low Shipley Mill in around 30 minutes through the County Durham countryside.

Off-road parking for four cars

Darlington station (16 miles)

Access via A66 and single track road

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Barnard Castle

Distance: 5.7 miles (12 min drive)

DL12 8PR

The Bowes Museum

Distance: 6.2 miles (14 min drive)

DL12 8NP

High Force

Distance: 11.9 miles (21 min drive)

DL12 0EP

Teesdale Way (Middleton in Teesdale to Middlesbrough)

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

Hayberries Nature Reserve

Distance: 3.5 miles (8 min drive)

DL12 9EG

Harter Fell

Distance: 8.3 miles (17 min drive)

DL12 0NU

Morrisons

Distance: 5.6 miles (11 min drive)

DL12 8JJ

Andalucia

Distance: 5.4 miles (11 min drive)

DL12 8BJ

Ingnet Antiques

Distance: 5.6 miles (11 min drive)

DL12 8NA

Bishop Auckland Station

Distance: 18 miles (29 min drive)

DL14 7TH

Shildon Station

Distance: 19.7 miles (31 min drive)

DL4 2DH

Teesside International Airport

Distance: 28.4 miles (45 min drive)

DL2 1LU

Barnard Castle

Distance: 5.7 miles (12 min drive)

DL12 8PR

The Bowes Museum

Distance: 6.2 miles (14 min drive)

DL12 8NP

High Force

Distance: 11.9 miles (21 min drive)

DL12 0EP

Teesdale Way (Middleton in Teesdale to Middlesbrough)

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

Hayberries Nature Reserve

Distance: 3.5 miles (8 min drive)

DL12 9EG

Harter Fell

Distance: 8.3 miles (17 min drive)

DL12 0NU

Morrisons

Distance: 5.6 miles (11 min drive)

DL12 8JJ

Andalucia

Distance: 5.4 miles (11 min drive)

DL12 8BJ

Ingnet Antiques

Distance: 5.6 miles (11 min drive)

DL12 8NA

Bishop Auckland Station

Distance: 18 miles (29 min drive)

DL14 7TH

Shildon Station

Distance: 19.7 miles (31 min drive)

DL4 2DH

Teesside International Airport

Distance: 28.4 miles (45 min drive)

DL2 1LU

Is Low Shipley Mill Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Low Shipley Mill offers a bunk bedroom with Smart TV perfect for children. The enclosed lawned courtyard provides safe outdoor space for games and activities. Smart TVs in every bedroom mean kids can watch their own programmes. The glass floor viewing the working water mill below fascinates younger guests. Nearby Bowes Museum and Richmond Castle offer educational days out within 25 minutes drive.

Groups Will Love...

The private hot tub sits in an enclosed patio area with stunning views across rolling Dales countryside. It accommodates the whole group after days exploring Teesdale. The courtyard setting provides privacy with outdoor furniture including a dining table made from the old mill. Evening soaks under the stars create memorable group moments. The hot tub is maintained and ready for immediate use on arrival.

Pet Friendly

Low Shipley Mill welcomes up to two dogs, making it suitable for pet owners. The enclosed lawned courtyard provides secure outdoor space. Dogs must remain on leads at all times due to surrounding livestock on neighbouring farmland. The countryside location offers walking routes directly from the property. The single track access road requires careful management with dogs and vehicles. Three bathrooms help manage muddy paws after countryside walks.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Low Shipley Mill

The Raby Hunt Inn

Located 3.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL2 2EB

Marwood Community Cafe

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 8RN

The Morritt Hotel

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 9SE

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Low Shipley Mill

Is Low Shipley Mill pet friendly?

Yes, Low Shipley Mill welcomes up to two dogs. All dogs must be kept on leads at all times due to surrounding livestock in the area.

How many people does the property sleep?

The property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms: two king-size rooms, one twin room and one bunk bedroom. Three bathrooms serve the accommodation including two en-suites.

What are the bedroom arrangements?

Two king-size bedrooms have en-suite walk-in showers, basins and WCs plus Smart TVs. One twin bedroom and one bunk bedroom also have Smart TVs with a separate family bathroom.

Is there parking available?

Off-road parking for four cars is provided at the property. Access is via a one-mile single track unmade road which all standard vehicles can manage.

What kitchen facilities are included?

The kitchen/diner includes electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. All cooking utensils and equipment are provided for group meal preparation.

Are there any mobility considerations?

The property is not suitable for those with limited mobility or babies and toddlers with pushchairs. Access involves a single track unmade road and the property has multiple levels.

What heating is provided?

Oil central heating runs throughout the property. A woodburning stove in the sitting room provides additional warmth and atmosphere for cosy group evenings.

What entertainment facilities are available?

Every bedroom has a Smart TV with Freeview. The sitting room has a Smart TV and woodburning stove with the unique glass floor viewing the working water mill below.

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Low Shipley Mill Reviews

Ingrid

Lovely cottage. Very comfortable and clean.Great location and views..hot tub a plus!..lovely welcome pack provided.Will definitely be back

Natalie

Beautiful accommodation, exactly as listed. Everything to a high standard and fabulous welcome pack. Great communication with the host, we will definitely return.

The only thing that let the weekend down was the checkout time. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house decor is gorgeous. The views from the hot tub really make the stay. We will be booking again, thank you for such a lovely stay!

Beatrice

Lovely place and in a good location, very easy to get to and no messing. Also a lovely welcome package when we got there

Steven

Lovely place for a few days away. Owner was really helpful and friendly. Great amenities. High spec facilities and furnishings in the house with lots of room. Definitely somewhere you would want to return.

Fantastic place, plenty of room for eight people. Lovely facilities. Genuinely perfect for our family get together.

The house was clean and comfortable. It felt very homely. A very nice welcome pack of food was left for us and everything we wanted from a holiday was there. The glass floor was unique. We had a bit of trouble trying to get some programmes on the tv in this room as the WIFI kept freezing the picture so we toggled off our phone and it worked fine. The view out of the windows was amazing and it was so peaceful and relaxing we would love to go back again. We didn't find a vacuum cleaner so used the dustpan and brush. I think it was one of the best places we have stayed in and the owners were very friendly. The whole place was spotless, comfortable and welcoming. Thank you

Philip

We had a lovely family get together in a wonderful location. The accommodation suited all our needs and was very welcoming and comfortable. The welcome pack was very much appreciated. We found the approach track presented no problems and there was a pleasant footpath to anyone of reasonable ability to the river bridge to access the village pubdog friendly or community cafe with other walks also available . We would recommend and be happy to use the property again if returning to the area.

This property and location is amazing. We had a fantastic time, the jacuzzi and facilities are great. I personally didn't sleep that well as the bed in the main bedroom was extremely soft I do know that this is a personal preference though. Overall a great place to go to for a relaxing few days or weeks. Thanks for a great stay x

Good comms with prompt and helpful responses. accurately detailed. lovely site. great accommodation.

Jacqui

Great place

Patricia

Had a lovely stay. Fabulous location with stunning countryside views and a great hot tub. Negative points include, steep access to walking routes, not suitable for those with limited mobility or babies toddlers with pushchair or pram. We weren't happy that there wasn't a wasbasin in the downstairs loo, or a working light. Back double bedroom had a little black mould in the shower and an area on the wall near to the ceiling. Both ensuite showers were good, but the shower in the family bathroom was poor, with very limited pressure, only a dribble. Well equipped kitchen. Would have appreciated a slow cooker as It's nice to prepare a meal to come back to after a day out walking. The welcome cheese and biscuits and fizz was very much appreciated. We had a nice stay celebrating a special anniversary,however not sure we'd rebook this particular property for the points mentioned but would definitely visit the area again

Jacqueline

Great place

Vivien

Very comfortable. Very good welcome pack. Well equipped cottage. Lovely place for a family get together.

Lorraine

Low Shipley Mill was a perfect stay for us and it was clean and luxurious. We loved seeing the mill from the floor window in the lounge, and the hot tub was fabulous.

Nicola

Great place to stay for a girls weekend away, had everything we needed and beautiful views!

Denise

Had a lovely time but there were just a few things that I would have expected due to the cost of the holiday. There was no dryer, which, had it been raining and we all got wet after walking would have been a problem as we didn't have many clothes due to the short stay. We brought films to watch but there was no DVD player so we connected to the app as directed, which we had to sign up to with a subscription attached and it couldn't connect our phone to the TV. This was very annoying and took us out of the holiday, relaxed mood. We then had problems cancelling the subscription. Other than that it was a lovely clean place to stay, with nice views and a lovely big hot tub.

Great location. Nice welcome package and kitchen had any utensil I could possibly need. Could do with a larger signsign closer to the gate for this particular lodge, and maybe fill a couple of pot holes, but I will definitely be returning.

We all had a great time at Low Shipley Mill. The cottage was clean and spacious. We enjoyed using the hot tub! Only minor suggestions would be to provide some more tea towels for the kitchen and some scrubberswashing up equipment.

Daniel

Brilliant weekend away. Cottage is immaculate and has all the facilities you would need. Hot tub was lovely with amazing views. Would definitely return. Thanks for a great weekend.

A slightly bigger fridge would have been useful and the approach road could do with a bit of attention but otherwise, an excellent place to stay.

Stephen

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay to celebrate a special birthday, stunning views from the hot tub and the sitting room. We will definitely be booking a return trip.

Really delighted with the stay, which was for a surprise birthday getaway. Not quite as secluded as we thought from the listing, however, absolutely stunning location and a beautiful property. Thank you for the lovely welcome hamper too a nice surprise for those who arrived first It would be worth highlighting prominently on the listing also about vehicular access and the state of the road fortunately our cars all managed, but I had contemplated bringing my sports car for the weekend which would never have made it down the track without considerable damage. Nonetheless, wouldnt hesitate to book again!

Claire

A fabulous property, spotlessly clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped. Owners couldnt have been more helpful and friendly. Stunning location. We will be back 5

Shellene

The Cottage is stunning. Cleanliness and amenities were 1010. We couldn't recommend it enough. Thank you for a wonderful stay

Sharon

An outside light near the hot tub for access would be really good. Its very dark when getting in and out of it.

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Low Shipley Mill, Marwood

About Low Shipley Mill

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Hot Tub with Countryside Views

Glass Floor Viewing Window

Spacious Group Accommodation

Smart TVs Throughout

Well-Equipped Kitchen Facilities

Parking for Four Cars

Getting To Low Shipley Mill

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Low Shipley Mill Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Raby Hunt Inn

Marwood Community Cafe

The Morritt Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Low Shipley Mill Reviews