Host & Stay | The Red Brick Barn — Guest Reviews

What an amazing place! Very remote with beautiful views and lots of animal friends nearby. Andrew was also very friendly and welcoming - we felt right at home! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.

We enjoyed our get away here, lovely views, nice & clean. Andrew was very helpful as it was snowing the day we were supposed to arrive. He helped with getting there & also met us to guide us up the track due to the snow. He also gave us sledges to use for our toddler. Very very kind host and an absolute gorgeous place to stay! Plenty wildlife, and plenty walks for dogs.

loved our stay at Andrew's just a shame it was only 2 nights. Beautiful location and cute little cottage. will definitely return for a longer stay and to do some walking in the area.

Perfect for a rural escape. Very remote location which was ideal for us. Limitless walking opportunities around the accommodation. We were treated to snow on our final morning which made the surrounding area even more spectacular (and even more remote!). Andrew was a great host.

Very responsive host and checks in via the app, to make sure all is okay! Stunning location if what you like is a secluded and peaceful area with great views! No light pollution making a clear night sky brilliant. Great for walks (weather permitting). Would definitely recommend as a great experience overall, short or long stays.

A small but very peaceful little cabin in the north of England. It’s on a small farm near Roman ruins. There’s no better place to get away from the rush of life!

Andrew’s place is brilliant- remote and tucked away in a farm well away from the noise. It was a great and refreshing getaway. Farm fresh eggs, waking up to the songs of birds and the blessing of sheep-getaways don’t get better than this.

A very peaceful and scenic location- loved waking up to the sheep, chickens and ducks! Really friendly hosts, lots of stunning walks nearby and other attractions- enjoyed cosy evenings with the wood burner, owls hooting and fabulous starry skies!

Positive: Amazing location, walks from the front door, nature and birds everywhere: lapwings, curlews, swallows, barn owls... Free range hens (and eggs), electricity from the wind, cosy wood burning fire. Helpful, approachable hosts, and genuinely dog friendly. Comfortable bed. We were able to really relax here.

Such beautiful and peaceful surroundings. The Red Brick cottage was so perfect for our Christmas getaway. The sheep and ducks greeted us as we arrived. We were able to walk around the property with our dog Blue, plenty to explore and great views. Andrew was a very friendly and proactive host. The kitchen was well set up and had all we needed. We had a lovely getaway and enjoyed exploring the area!

Just back from a short well needed break. Andrew is a very attentive host right from the off. He was very welcoming to our two dogs who also enjoyed meeting Rudy and Covi. The property was perfect, secluded, and peaceful just what we were looking for. The dogs loved exploring his land and running freely. I even discussed booking again with him before we left however the dates we were interested in were taken. But we will definitely be back. Thanks Andrew for a wonderful and relaxing stay.

Absolutely beautiful area, very private with stunning views! Waking up to rabbits chasing each other just outside the window was lovely, let alone the friendly sheep or the birds that live there. Make sure to bring a torch as it gets very dark at night! Was thrown off by not having a tv but the log burner made up for it by creating such a comfortable and relaxed space. Left here with a very clear head and a very happy dog Massively recommend this place

Positive: Lots of wildlife around accommodation Friendly sheep,ducks and hens Very accommodating for the dogs. Walks from the front door. Quite close to attractions and history of the area. Negative: Rain 🌧 🙂 Take wellies if rain forecast

Fabulous location and wonderful host. Andrew is lovely- definitely the best host we’ve had! We really enjoyed our long weekend (and so did our pooch). Would stay again.

picturesque Positive: The location of the property was beautiful with ducks and chickens walking around,there was a large field just outside where I could let my dog roam. Negative: The beds were clean but I felt that carpets hadn’t been hoovered, there were cleaning products for us to give the place a wipe down ourselves.

Andrew was incredibly hospitable and welcoming, and the barn was in the perfect location up on the hillside in a stunning part of the country. So quiet and incredible views.....beautiful starlit skies at night and we were treated to lovely sunlit skies in the daytime too, even in the middle of November! Ideally placed to enjoy the dramatic landscapes of the area. We were meeting up with friends, and there was plenty of space for the four of us and our dogs to get together, with incredible walks from the door and a very cosy lounge with powerful wood burner to come back to at the end of the day. Exactly what we needed.

We are just back from a very last minute weekend away. Andrew was very accommodating and made us feel welcome in our home from home. The Red Brick Barn is roomy and cosy, and set in a quiet, peaceful location with amazing views of the valley. It really is a walkers paradise, ideal for dog walking or simply a lazy, peaceful few days away. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you would need for cooking pretty much any meal. The gardens are so pretty with a range of colourful plants, plus there are the resident ducks and chickens about....if your lucky you may just find some eggs which Andrew was insistent we keep if we find. There is a seating area at the side of the barn with a fire pit which got used throughout our stay. If you want lots of shops, pubs and restaurants nearby, this isn't the place for you, however the location means it is a great place for being able to get out and explore wild county Durham. All in all, we had a very good experience, loved the barn and the surroundings, Andrew was great throughout and I have no hesitation in saying we will be back in the future.

We had a great stay at Andrew’s place - stunning location and scenery and a lovely cosy welcome. Dog friendly - would recommend!

What a wonderful place - peacefully nestled in the hills and moorland and a great antidote to stress and busy lives. Andrew and Jane are brilliant hosts and completely made our stay at the Red Barn even more enjoyable. Welcomed by lovely ducks and chickens at our door each morning - waiting for our boys to feed them. Plenty for families to see and do within 30 minutes drive including the majestic High Force waterfall and a wonderful, small but brilliant sci-fi museum (Doctor Who, Star Wars, daleks etc!!) curated by someone who clearly loves everything sci-fi. Lots of walking, rivers and places to explore. Could not recommend more highly. We'll definitely be back.

We had an amazing two nights at the red brick barn. Andrew accommodated us extremely last minute as our other place cancelled whilst we were driving there. The place was everything we wanted from a peaceful country retreat. We loved indoor and outdoor fire place and it was great that all logs were provided. Our 3 year old loved collecting fresh eggs and chatting with the hens, duck and goose. We enjoyed exploring all the lands and loved the fact that there was no TV! The barn had everything we needed and we would love to return soon!! A fabulous find ❤️

The Red Brick Barn is a great little place, providing real “home from home” comforts, very clean, with exceptionally comfortable beds. (Best sleep in months!!)We went for a couple of days as an escape from the day to day pressures that crop up from time to time and it was a great place to unwind and is very reasonably priced. A real gem in a beautiful part of the world!! Andrew is a great host and very attentive without being intrusive. Thanks again Peter & Family (inc Brillo)

All love it kids love animals Positive: Location is very nice countryside views quite Negative: Nice old barn conversion

traumhaft toller Red Brick Barn Positive: Tolle Einrichtung mit historischen Möbeln, Farmtiere (Gans, Enten, Hühner, Schafe, Hunde) + Eiersuche für das Frühstück. Atemberaubend schöne Landschaft. Negative: Vom Parkplatz oberhalb der Unterkunft musste das Gepäck steil bergab über einen geschotterten hangähnlichen Zugang getragen werden. Leider haben uns einige Insekten den Aufenthalt auf der schönen Außensitzfläche bei Windstille und sommerlichen Temperaturen verleidet. Unsere Gastgeber saßen trotzdem draußen an einem Feuer.

Great place for a quiet weekend away. Great communications with Andrew throughout and Andrew was in a general just a super nice guy. Location is both remote (which is nice), whilst also being close to places of interest (30 min drive or so). We were surrounded by all kinds of animals which our 2 year old really liked. Very comfortable for 2 couples as both bedrooms have their own bathroom. Well equiped kitchen with all the basic and equipment, comfy beds and sofas. Do note the central heating and one room's shower are heated by the woodfire stove, so good fire making skills are a plus. Bring some indoor shoes to prevent cold feet.

Ich komme wieder, alleine die Lage und die Vermieter sind es auf jeden Fall wert. Positive: Die Lage und die Freiheit tun zu können was man will war herrlich. Wir waren fast alleine und hatten keine Probleme. Holzkohlefeuer zu machen war auch eine tolle Sache. Negative: Die Warmwasserbereitung zum Duschen war zum Teil etwas beschwerlich, das muss unbedingt erneuert werden. Auch die Türen hatten sich verzogen und fielen nicht mehr gut ins Schloss.

Fabulous for a relaxing and peaceful holiday, but equally perfect for cycling and walking. Positive: The cottage is in a fabulous location, with a very different way of life, but easy to travel to the east coast or the Lake District in about an hour. The cottage is comfortable and reasonably well equipped. Negative: A larger fridge with freezer compartment would have been a useful upgrade but this is a minor point,

We had a lovely stay at Redbrick cottage. Communication from Andrew was great, especially directing us to a place on his land where we could wild swim!

Red Brick Barn was an amazing place to come and retreat. My friend and I were on a trip to do some writing and Andrew was super accommodating / enthusiastic about our creativity, which made everything super special and focused us way more. Thank you!

Redbrick oh Redbrick - this is the place to go off grid! Wholesome from start to finish with walks and surroundings under an hour to explore for ever! Andrew was the perfect host, offering advice and going over and above to accommodate us. Kudos to him and this place. Absolute charm and golden find! Thank you red brick for the memories

I've just returned from a 2 night stay at this beautiful place. The farmhouse was spotless and cosy, lovely and warm at night with the wood fire going. Lots to see near by, fantastic for our dog Bruce who would of stayed if allowed. Thankyou again Andrew for being a great host.

Our family had a excellent stay on this beautiful rural home. The owners who live nearby and offered priceless local recommendations. They even showed my daughter their farm animals, she loved grabbing a fresh egg from th coupe. It is a rural and quite location with beautiful pubic footpaths just out the door. The kitchen was fully equipped and a fire started upon arrival. The house was perfect for exploring the area. Thank you for such a lovely stay! Would stay here again!

Beautiful quaint cottage located in the hills. The view was amazing and the rolling hills of the north pennines for miles. This is truly a secluded place away from it all. We had a few clear nights while staying and the nightsky is breathtaking with all the stars as it is soo dark. Lots of walks locally and a short drive away. Lots of farmshops around county Durham within 45mins drive. We loved driving around and taking the time to get to places as it is such a breathtaking county!

Beautiful spot and Andrew is a very accommodating host. Looking forward to coming back again soon.

Fantastic place to relax and unwind. Incredible views from the property, beautiful walks from your doorstep. Thoroughly enjoyed feeding the ducks and chickens very friendly!!! If you have the time we would recommend visiting Ingram Farm for a Safari experience. High Force didn't disappoint plenty of walks from here. We found everything we needed in the cottage to may our stay all the more comfortable and enjoyable. Highly recommend.

Very secluded and quiet. Clean and tidy with all the basic essentials. Lovely part of the country. Andrew the host was most helpful.

Lovely few days at the barn. Weather not great but took full advantage when we could. Doggy heaven. Many walks all right from doorstep. Andrew could not have been more helpful with local recommendations and even helped me several times with an unwieldy dog crate. The Lord Crewe at Blanchland has superb food and the village itself fascinating. All in all a great stay, thank you Andrew.

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely little cottage! It was clean, cozy, and comfortable. The location was quiet and peaceful, but still close to everything we needed. Andrew was a fantastic host—very welcoming and quick to communicate. We loved the relaxing atmosphere. We would happily stay here again !

We had a wonderful stay for 9 days at the Red Brick Barn. It is extremely beautiful there, with views overlooking an astonishing valley in the North Pennines; it's a real escape from everything! Andrew and Jane were very welcoming and helpful, going the extra mile to make our stay a truly wonderful one. There are a great deal of walks on your doorstep and your not too far from towns like Hexham, Durham itself and, in the other direction, just over an hour from the Lake District. We'd highly recommend the Red Brick barn.

Beautiful location and we loved the stay here - Andrew was excellent

Positive: Lovely cosy cottage with everything you need, in a beautiful location.

I went with my husband, our son, and his partner. We had a wonderful, relaxing stay. The place was even better than it looks on the pictures. It was lovely to be in nature and we enjoyed watching the animals and the sunset! Andrew was so friendly and helpful throughout our stay and responded to any questions we had straight away. What a lovely, peaceful location. Perfect!

Lovely place, very peaceful and exactly what we needed to relax for a few days. Andrew was an incredibly helpful host, always friendly and responsive.

We arrived at your place we aren’t happy no hot water no tele not really ideal for a dog or kids when there is farm dogs Positive: Location Negative: We arrived at your place we aren’t happy no hot water no tele not really ideal for a dog or kids when there is farm dogs barking at my dog we got told to do our own hot water on the fire not impressed at all then when we confronted you offered us a laptop between a family we have had to leave and book somewhere else!

Andrew was very friendly, he was always available to help us suggesting close place to visit and he let us also feed his animals and enjoy his entire place

Charming cottage in such a beautiful setting- so peaceful and lovely walks from the barn. The photos don’t do it justice! Redbrick barn is thoughtfully laid out and has everything you need. Really comfortable beds and plenty communal space. We had a great stay. Andrew was very helpful and responsive, a great host.

We had a wonderful stay, thank you Andrew for your help, and for the logs. Positive: The location was amazing. the accommodation was good not quite what we expected, but would happily return there. Andrew was so very helpful to us and added to our stay ,thank you again for all your help. Negative: The double bed was to big for the room. It was difficult getting in and out of it due to its size. One side was hard against the wall, with little room the other side. Could do with an electric shower in the other bedroom as we struggled to get the water hot enough using the log burner. Clearer instructions/signage about parking would prove helpful. Location could be difficult if you have mobility difficulties.

we had a wonderful long weekend in this remote and peaceful home. exactly what we were looking for to enjoy the countryside, peacefulness, character and nature. communication was fantastic and we felt so at home in this idyllic little cottage. would absolutely recommend.

Fantastic rural retreat in a stunning location, equipped with everything you need to detach and relax. Andrew was a fantastic host, incredibly friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!

We had a great couple of days at the barn and found it very relaxing. Great location. Would return.

Amazing stay at Red Brick! Wonderful kind hosts, beautiful location. A thoroughly lovely stay.

an amazing place, such lovely hosts, we cannot wait to come back x

Amazing accomodation, great location, Andrew (host) was absolutely phomenal, highly recommend

Had a wonderful stay and felt right at home. thank you so much

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the red brick barn. We found the host to be most accommodating and the location of the Positive: Fantastic location Negative: Noisy heating system

A truely fantastic little place made all the more superior by a superb host. Comfortable, everything you need, with a real sense of what the north Pennines is all about both through the property itself and its position in the dales. Just getting there over the passes, added to the immersion, of being away from city life, and immersed in something all the more meaningful and worthy. Old fashioned values and friendliness, a day ruled by the weather and time of day, limited distractions and good food. I fully recommend Andrew’s place to reset and perhaps even reevaluate what one holds important.

A last minute booking and a brief stay. Safe travels

It’s really a nice and a peaceful place to stay.10/10

A beautiful hideaway in the hills. Andrew was a generous and approachable host who clearly loves where he lives, and cares about the experience of the people who come to stay.

A comfortable remote stay within close proximity of the owners farmhouse. Quiet and peaceful with exceptional views from the outside space area. Unfortunately didn't get to meet Andrew as he was away so maybe missed out on local walking and access knowledge . Woodburner a real positive with an endless supply of logs to keep the heating and hot water constant. Water pump in kitchen and upstairs bedroom very noisy. The drive up to the property may faze a less confident driver but certainly worth it.

Countryside experience with all it's quirkiness Positive: The location is stunning! Negative: Noisy water pump

Positive: Beautiful location Negative: Showers were very variable - struggled to get consistent heat. Oven position is poor - you have to step in towards the wall and then the hot oven door closes on your legs. Not the cleanest property despite a cleaning charge.

Lovely property with stunning views. Andrew was a lovely host and we really enjoyed our stay! Thank you

Ondanks grijs weer heel goed bevallen Positive: De landelijke ligging. Uitzicht vanaf terras. Rust. Negative: Andrew en zijn vrouw, de eigenaren, zijn heel aardig en behulpzaam. Een 10! Maar de communicatie vanuit Host & Stay was niet prettig. Als wij bijv een uurtje eerder hadden willen komen, 15 uur Ipv 16 uur betekende dat direct meerkosten van rond de 25 pond. Nog nooit meegemaakt. Ook de toon van de communicatie was minder prettig.

Amazing place in a wonderful location with very friendly and welcoming guests.

Great place to unwind and enjoy stunning scenery. Really friendly hosts. we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. thank you xx

Peaceful bliss Positive: Excellent location, clean and comfortable. Negative: Nothing

Positive: Cosy barn conversion in a beautiful rural location. Fantastic view over the valley and a short drive to all the local beauty spots. Owner made us feel very welcome.

This is the most idyllic and peaceful place to stay and worth the drive! We were blessed with blue skies and sunshine but regardless of the weather the cottage was lovely, heated up very quickly with the wood burner on and had everything we needed. We will definitely visit again, next time for longer

Highly recommend nice and cozy place

This was our second stay with Andrew - the house and it's surroundings were as lovely as we remembered. The weather wasn't particularly kind to us but what better excuse to snuggle down in front of the wood burner with a good book and a warming glass of something. There's plenty of places to explore nearby when you do head out and I would thoroughly recommend this place for anyone just wanting to get away from it all.

Andrew was fantastic. Lovely house and a well needed break from city life.

lovely spot with beautiful scenery, nice hosts, comfortable and very peaceful Positive: location was great, lovely scenery. Really nice to have the animals on the farm wandering around - chickens, sheep, ducks. Negative: the tiled shower (electric) in one of the bathrooms - the tiles need re-grouting/replaced asap. The solid wood worktop around the sink in the kitchen needs sanded down and re-waxed/varnished, it was discoloured and not in great condition which was a shame.

Cosy cottage with stunning views and outside space Positive: Lovely cosy property in a beautiful setting. We were very unlucky with the weather but it was still a great place to relax for the weekend. The host was lovely and brought us fresh chicken and a goose egg. incredible views! Negative: N/A

Beautiful location if you love being away from it all. We loved the field in front of the barn and the view.

Positive: Rural location, plenty off farm animals, nice and quiet. Excellent views although the windows in the barn are on the wrong side would have had brilliant views from the living room possibly a planning issue. Plenty off books and board games supplied. Nice log burner make sure you take extra logs can be chilly off an evening. 2 bathrooms and a toilet downstairs. Nice court yard / garden to the side with picnic table so you can enjoy the views can be a bit windswept though. Negative: One bedroom floors very creaky and doors wouldn't shut properly. No tv but has good WiFi so take a laptop or similar if you need to something to watch. No windows over looking the views, possibly planning issue shame.

Great place, middle of nowhere which was incredible!

Skønt sted - meget smukt og Andrew er meget gæstfri

Cute cozy cottage.

A pleasure to host these lovely people

Tremendous stay. Would love to return. Cozy and stunning surroundings. Thank you.

We really enjoyed our stay here - the barn is very quiet and the little courtyard where we sat and watched the sunset was very special and private. Lovely place to stay to explore the surrounding countryside

A delight to host for their music writing retreat!

Lovely stay, unfortunately to short

This is a fabulous place. Weardale is so pretty and this secluded little part of it is stunning. The welcome could not have been more welcoming. The house is a wonderful place for a quiet retreat. Great walking, lovely pubs around and lots of local history. Highly recommended!!!

A lovely retreat set in beautiful country side. WH Auden countryside at its best. The dogs loved the area for walks and runs. Totally snug and warm with the wood burner heating the whole house. Lovely secluded area to sit and soak in the views and the warmth of the sun