Home exchange and house swap holiday accommodation in SEAHAM, County Durham, North East, United Kingdom
I have lived in the village for over 50 years.
#31433
Apr 2023
Laburnum House is approximately 350 years old. It is a stone property located in a small village - Hawthorn, in East Durham. Conveniently close to local wedding venues and the beautiful Heritage coast, Laburnum House offers a perfect base to explore the stunning coast and countryside in County Durham.
Step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: With wood burner and Smart and Satellite TV.
Dining room.
Kitchen: With breakfast area, electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and coffee machine.
Games room: With pool table, and seating area.
Separate toilet 1.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: With four poster double bed, single bed and en-suite with shower over bath, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2: With four poster double bed, single bed and en-suite with shower over bath, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 3: Single bed.
Separate toilet 2.
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: With double bed.
Bathroom: With bath, toilet and heated towel rail.
Mezzanine: Open plan with single bed.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Enclosed rear garden with sitting-out area. Hot tub for 4. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.
Situated in the pretty village of Hawthorn just two miles from the Durham Heritage Coast and a short walk from the stunning Hawthorn Dene, the second largest dene in the county. Set within impressive grounds, Laburnum house has a unique style providing a high level of comfort throughout, with Egyptian cotton bedding and towels provided as an extra indulgent touch. From the grand entrance, the attractive hallway opens into the living room, a decadent space with leather Chesterfields, a blend of antique furnishings and a beautiful inglenook fireplace and wood burner to gather round. A formal dining room will seat the whole family and provides a wonderful space perfect for that special occasion. The kitchen area is spacious and well equipped with all modern appliances, with additional seating here ideal for breakfast. On the first floor are three bedrooms, all decadent in style and offering a high level of comfort. Two en-suite bedrooms with four poster beds, and an additional single bed and louvre doors leading to a further sleeping area with a single bed, which makes this a great family room. There is also a separate toilet on this level. On the second floor a fabulous master suite runs the entire length of the property, with vaulted ceilings and double bed. A mezzanine landing area with an additional single bed and a luxurious bathroom with deep bathtub to enjoy an indulgent soak. Walkway to outdoor spa area with wood fired hot tub seating 4 people.
When the weather turns cool enjoy the quirky shelter with seating and dressing area, the perfect place to relax and unwind, while you chat with your friends, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet with some mindfulness and relaxation.
Externally is a courtyard garden, a raised decked area with table and wrap round seating makes a gorgeous social space to sit and enjoy al fresco meals and a glass of wine. For the outdoor enthusiast, the property is perfectly situated in an area which offers outstanding walking and sightseeing, within a short walk to the stunning area of Hawthorn Dene, a Site of Special Scientific Interest. There is a plethora of things to do locally, including fishing, indoor skiing, a retail park, cycle tracks and a seaglass beach, and within a mile there is even a community centre offering activities, and nearby, the National Trust coastal footpath offers 11 miles of beautiful landscape and impressive coastal scenery. For the children there is an alpaca farm nearby, a play park, and a lovely picnic area to sit and enjoy an ice cream. For the adults, a village pub serving wholesome food a two-minute stroll. Nearby at Seaham, enjoy a day at the seaside, with lovely marina, promenade, cafés, shops and restaurants. All the family will enjoy the community centre activities within a mile. The beach at Seaham is an excellent place to collect sea glass, and visitors come from far and wide for this very reason. Visit Durham, a World Heritage Site, with its famous castle, cathedral and riverside walks, and good selection of eateries. Nearby there are alpacas and National Trust walks and in Dalton Park is a fabulous retail outlet, with shops restaurants and cinema. A number of pubs can be found within 2 miles of Laburnum House.
Durham train station is approximately 10 miles away with good links to London and Scotland.
House
Heating, Bath, Internet, Wifi, TV, DVD, Open Fireplace, Dishwasher, Coffee machine, Microwave, Washing Machine, Pool/Snooker Table, Spa, Cable TV, Fans
Garden Yard, BBQ, Deck
Parking space available
No
Simultaneous, Non-simultaneous
Short term (1-4 wks), Weekend, Medium term (1-3 mths)
No
School Holidays, Christmas, Easter
No Smoking, Children Welcome
Family holiday, Tree change, Sea change, Cultural indulgence, Romantic
Shopping, Golf, Tennis, Biking, Fishing, Horse Racing, Kids Activities, Go Carts, Ten Pin Bowling, Swimming
Cafes, Restaurants, Cinema, Pubs/Bars, Theatre, Museum, Historical Sites, Parks, Playing Fields, Night Clubs, Live Music, Art Gallery, Public Library, Public Pool
Newcastle Castle
Tyne Bridge
Greys Monument
St. James Park - Football
Great North Museum - Hancock
Discovery Museum
Newcastle Theatre Royal, Beamish Open Air Museum
Shopping Centre
Restaurants, Cafes & Nightlife
Sage Music Centre & Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art
Great North Run - half marathon
Nature, Family, Historical
Bakery, Convenience Store, Supermarket, Gymnasium, Yoga/Pilates
Newcastle (25kms)
Newcastle (30kms)
Note: The location shown on the map is approximate only.
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