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Low Shipley Mill, Marwood

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Low Shipley Mill is a semi-detached stone barn conversion near Marwood in County Durham. Exposed beams run throughout the interior. The barn sits in rolling countryside with sweeping views across the Dales. A private hot tub awaits outside for soaking under the stars.

The setting is pure rural peace. Fields stretch in every direction. You'll see nothing but open farmland and distant hills from the windows. The location puts you right on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

Inside you'll find space for eight guests across four bedrooms. The barn retains original stone walls and timber beams overhead. Living areas are generous and the kitchen is well equipped for group cooking.

About Low Shipley Mill

Low Shipley Mill is a semi-detached stone barn conversion near Marwood in County Durham. Exposed beams run throughout the interior. The barn sits in rolling countryside with sweeping views across the Dales. A private hot tub awaits outside for soaking under the stars.

The setting is pure rural peace. Fields stretch in every direction. You'll see nothing but open farmland and distant hills from the windows. The location puts you right on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

Inside you'll find space for eight guests across four bedrooms. The barn retains original stone walls and timber beams overhead. Living areas are generous and the kitchen is well equipped for group cooking. Bathrooms serve all bedrooms comfortably.

Barnard Castle town sits 3 miles away (8 minutes). Bowes Museum is 3.2 miles (9 minutes). Raby Castle lies 6 miles south (12 minutes). The Yorkshire Dales National Park boundary is 8 miles west (15 minutes).

Low Shipley Mill works brilliantly for families or groups wanting countryside and original barn character. The hot tub and rural views seal the deal.

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What Guests Love

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

Exposed Beam Character

Original timber beams run throughout the barn creating authentic agricultural character that reminds you this was once a working mill building.

Private Hot Tub

Soak outdoors in your own hot tub with nothing but countryside views and stars overhead after days exploring the Dales.

Rolling Dales Views

Windows frame sweeping views across open farmland towards the Yorkshire Dales with no buildings blocking the rural panorama.

Stone Barn Construction

Thick stone walls and original barn features create a solid authentic space that stays cool in summer and cosy in winter.

Pet-Friendly Countryside

Bring your dog to explore the surrounding fields and footpaths that lead straight from the barn into open Durham countryside.

Sleeps Eight Comfortably

Four bedrooms provide proper space for families or groups without anyone feeling cramped in this generously proportioned barn conversion.

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 west from Darlington or east from Penrith. Turn off at Barnard Castle and follow signs towards Marwood. The barn conversion has off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Darlington, approximately 16 miles east. From there, a taxi takes about 30 minutes to reach the barn through the Durham countryside.

Off-road parking for multiple cars
Darlington station (16 miles)
Accessible from the A66 via Barnard Castle

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bowes Museum
Distance: 3.2 miles
DL12 8NP
Barnard Castle ruins
Distance: 3 miles
DL12 8PR
Raby Castle
Distance: 6 miles
DL2 3AH
Teesdale Way
Distance: 4 miles
DL12 9UJ
Hamsterley Forest
Distance: 9 miles
DL13 3NL
High Force Waterfall
Distance: 14 miles
DL12 0XH
Barnard Castle town centre
Distance: 3 miles
DL12 8JN
Tesco Superstore Barnard Castle
Distance: 3.5 miles
DL12 8UZ
Darlington town centre
Distance: 16 miles
DL1 1RG
Barnard Castle Bus Station
Distance: 3 miles
DL12 8JN
Darlington Railway Station
Distance: 16 miles
DL1 1PF
Durham Tees Valley Airport
Distance: 20 miles
DL2 1LU
Bowes Museum
Distance: 3.2 miles
DL12 8NP
Barnard Castle ruins
Distance: 3 miles
DL12 8PR
Raby Castle
Distance: 6 miles
DL2 3AH
Teesdale Way
Distance: 4 miles
DL12 9UJ
Hamsterley Forest
Distance: 9 miles
DL13 3NL
High Force Waterfall
Distance: 14 miles
DL12 0XH
Barnard Castle town centre
Distance: 3 miles
DL12 8JN
Tesco Superstore Barnard Castle
Distance: 3.5 miles
DL12 8UZ
Darlington town centre
Distance: 16 miles
DL1 1RG
Barnard Castle Bus Station
Distance: 3 miles
DL12 8JN
Darlington Railway Station
Distance: 16 miles
DL1 1PF
Durham Tees Valley Airport
Distance: 20 miles
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
Children have acres of countryside to explore right from the barn door. The rural setting means space to run and play without traffic worries. Four bedrooms give families room to spread out comfortably. The hot tub provides entertainment for older children. Nearby Bowes Museum offers family activities and Barnard Castle has parks and facilities for all ages.
Groups Will Love...
The exposed timber beams running throughout Low Shipley Mill create instant barn character. These original structural elements remain from when this was a working agricultural building. They span the ceilings and frame the living spaces beautifully. Combined with thick stone walls, the beams give this conversion an authenticity that modern builds simply cannot replicate. You'll feel the history in every room.
Pet Friendly
Low Shipley Mill welcomes dogs so your pet can holiday with you. The countryside location means excellent walking straight from the barn across fields and footpaths. Durham's rural landscape provides endless routes for exercising dogs. The stone barn construction creates a practical space that handles muddy paws after wet walks. Nearby Teesdale offers river walks that dogs love exploring year-round.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Low Shipley Mill

The Morritt Hotel

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 9SE

The Old Well Inn

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 8PF

Blagraves House

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 8PH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Low Shipley Mill

Is Low Shipley Mill pet friendly?
Yes, this barn conversion welcomes dogs so you can bring your pet along. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking straight from the door.
What original barn features does Low Shipley Mill have?
The conversion retains exposed timber beams throughout and original stone walls that showcase its agricultural heritage. These features create authentic character you won't find in modern builds.
How many guests does this barn conversion sleep?
Low Shipley Mill accommodates eight guests across four bedrooms. The layout works well for families or groups wanting their own space.
Is there a hot tub at this barn conversion?
Yes, a private hot tub sits outside for guests to use. It's perfect for relaxing after days exploring the Dales countryside.
Where exactly is Low Shipley Mill located?
The barn sits near Marwood village in County Durham, about 3 miles from Barnard Castle town. Rolling farmland and Dales views surround the property.
What can you see from Low Shipley Mill?
Windows overlook open countryside with fields stretching towards the Yorkshire Dales. There are no buildings blocking the rural views in any direction.
Is this barn conversion suitable for families with children?
Yes, the four-bedroom layout and rural setting work brilliantly for families. Children have space to play in the countryside surroundings.
How far is Low Shipley Mill from the Yorkshire Dales National Park?
The National Park boundary lies approximately 8 miles west of the barn. You can reach it in about 15 minutes by car.

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Low Shipley Mill Reviews

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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