The Smithy in Barnard Castle | Stunning Yorkshire Dales Group Cottage

About The Smithy

The Smithy brings together two neighbouring properties in Barnard Castle, County Durham. This combined retreat sleeps up to 16 guests across eight bedrooms. Perfect for multi-family gatherings, the properties share a fully enclosed courtyard where children and dogs can play safely. The Old Smithy features a lower-ground-floor games room with a pool table.

Barnard Castle sits in Teesdale countryside with the River Tees running nearby. Independent shops and cafes line the historic market town streets. The medieval castle overlooks the town centre.

The Old Smithy spreads across three floors with four bedrooms: one double with en-suite walk-in shower, two doubles and one twin. There's a family bathroom with bath and shower. Smithy Stables offers Grade II listed character with four bedrooms: two doubles and two twins. It has a ground-floor shower room and a bathroom with bath. Both properties have fully equipped kitchens, sitting rooms with TVs and washing machines.

Bowes Museum (1.2 miles, 4 minutes) displays fine art and French furniture. High Force waterfall (17 miles, 28 minutes) thunders through Teesdale. Raby Castle (7 miles, 12 minutes) offers medieval architecture and deer parks. Riverside paths follow the Tees from the town centre.

The Smithy suits extended families and friend groups wanting space and period features in a market town base.

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Need To Know

✓Smithy stables
✓Heating not specified
✓Electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle, washing machine
✓Tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair available
✓Parking available
✓Pets allowed
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles
✓Fully enclosed courtyard
✓The old smithy
✓Gas central heating
✓Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer
✓Tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off?road parking for 1 car
✓Two well?behaved dogs welcome, with a third on request
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Smithy

Eight Bedrooms Across Two Properties

Sleeping 16 guests comfortably means extended families and friend groups can stay together without feeling cramped or compromising on personal space.

Fully Enclosed Courtyard

Children play freely and dogs roam safely in the private courtyard space shared between both properties for outdoor relaxation.

Games Room Entertainment

The Old Smithy's lower-ground-floor games room with pool table keeps teenagers and adults entertained during evenings and rainy afternoons.

Grade II Listed Character

Smithy Stables showcases traditional stonework, exposed beams and period features that add authentic historical atmosphere to your group stay.

Barnard Castle Location

The historic market town centre sits moments away with independent shops, riverside walks and the medieval castle all within walking distance.

Dog-Friendly Accommodation

Up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome across the properties, making this an excellent choice for families who won't leave pets behind.

Getting To The Smithy

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Smithy by car, take the A67 into Barnard Castle town centre and follow signs for the market place. The properties are located in the historic heart of town with off-road parking for one car at The Old Smithy.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Darlington, approximately 16 miles away. From there, take a taxi or local bus service directly to Barnard Castle town centre.

Off-road parking for one car

Darlington station (16 miles)

Located in Barnard Castle town centre

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bowes Museum

Distance: 1.2 miles

DL12 8NP

Raby Castle

Distance: 7 miles

DL2 3AH

High Force Waterfall

Distance: 17 miles

DL12 0XH

River Tees Riverside Path

Distance: 0.3 miles

DL12 8NP

Teesdale Way

Distance: 0.5 miles

DL12 8PH

Deepdale Wood

Distance: 2.1 miles

DL12 8UT

Barnard Castle Market Place

Distance: 0.2 miles

DL12 8NE

Co-op Food Store

Distance: 0.3 miles

DL12 8PH

Barnard Castle Antiques Centre

Distance: 0.2 miles

DL12 8PD

Barnard Castle (medieval castle)

Distance: 0.3 miles

DL12 8PR

Egglestone Abbey

Distance: 1.5 miles

DL12 9TN

Whorlton Lido

Distance: 3.2 miles

DL12 8XJ

Bowes Museum

Distance: 1.2 miles

DL12 8NP

Raby Castle

Distance: 7 miles

DL2 3AH

High Force Waterfall

Distance: 17 miles

DL12 0XH

River Tees Riverside Path

Distance: 0.3 miles

DL12 8NP

Teesdale Way

Distance: 0.5 miles

DL12 8PH

Deepdale Wood

Distance: 2.1 miles

DL12 8UT

Barnard Castle Market Place

Distance: 0.2 miles

DL12 8NE

Co-op Food Store

Distance: 0.3 miles

DL12 8PH

Barnard Castle Antiques Centre

Distance: 0.2 miles

DL12 8PD

Barnard Castle (medieval castle)

Distance: 0.3 miles

DL12 8PR

Egglestone Abbey

Distance: 1.5 miles

DL12 9TN

Whorlton Lido

Distance: 3.2 miles

DL12 8XJ

Is The Smithy Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The lower-ground-floor games room in The Old Smithy provides a pool table for older children and teenagers. The fully enclosed courtyard offers safe outdoor space for younger children to play. Cots and highchairs are available on request. Bowes Museum runs family activities and Whorlton Lido offers outdoor swimming in summer months. Riverside paths along the Tees provide easy walking routes suitable for pushchairs.

Groups Will Love...

The Old Smithy's lower-ground-floor games room creates a dedicated entertainment space away from the main living areas. The pool table provides hours of competitive fun for teenagers and adults alike. This separate zone means children can play whilst others relax upstairs. The games room also houses useful laundry amenities, keeping practical tasks tucked away from social spaces and maintaining the relaxed atmosphere throughout your group stay.

Pet Friendly

Up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome across both properties at The Smithy. The fully enclosed courtyard provides secure outdoor space where dogs can roam freely without constant supervision. River Tees walks start just moments from the properties, offering excellent routes for daily exercise. Teesdale countryside surrounds Barnard Castle with woodland paths and open spaces. Local pubs and cafes in the town centre welcome dogs too.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Smithy

The Old Well Inn

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 8PH

Café 1618

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 8NP

The Morritt Hotel

Located 4.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 9SE

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Smithy

Is The Smithy pet friendly?

Yes, two well-behaved dogs are welcome with a third allowed on request across both properties. The fully enclosed courtyard provides safe outdoor space for dogs to exercise.

How many guests can stay at The Smithy?

The combined properties sleep up to 16 guests across eight bedrooms in total. The Old Smithy has four bedrooms and Smithy Stables has four bedrooms.

What sleeping arrangements are available?

The Old Smithy offers one double with en-suite, two doubles and one twin. Smithy Stables provides two doubles and two twins across both floors.

How many bathrooms are there?

The Old Smithy has one en-suite walk-in shower room and one family bathroom with bath and shower. Smithy Stables has a ground-floor shower room and a bathroom with bath.

Is there parking available?

The Old Smithy provides off-road parking for one car. Additional parking arrangements should be confirmed when booking for larger groups.

What entertainment is provided?

The Old Smithy features a lower-ground-floor games room with a pool table. Both properties have TVs, WiFi and fully enclosed courtyard space for outdoor activities.

Are cots and highchairs available?

Yes, both cots and highchairs are available on request. These should be arranged when making your booking to ensure availability.

What kitchen facilities are included?

The Old Smithy has an electric oven, gas hob, microwave and fridge/freezer in a spacious kitchen/diner. Smithy Stables offers an electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer, toaster and kettle with a separate utility room.