Hamsteels Hall
Farm Stay in Lanchester
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this farm stay rental
Farm stay in Durham with free parking
This smoke-free farm stay features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Housekeeping is not available.
Hamsteels Hall offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
This smoke-free farm stay features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Housekeeping is not available.
Hamsteels Hall offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Map of Lanchester
Available Rooms
Cottage (The Bull Pen)
1 Double
Sleeps 2
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Cottage (Clydesdale)
1 Double • 1 Single
Sleeps 8
+
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Cottage (Dairy)
1 Double • 1 Single
Sleeps 8
+
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Cottage, Ensuite (The Granary)
1 Double • 2 Single
Sleeps 6
+
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Triple Room, Ensuite (with shower, The Hen House)
1 Double • 1 Single
Sleeps 3
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 10.0
Have been here several times over the years cant fault the property
3.0 / 10.0
Nice first impressions, but cooker not great, basic equipment. Adequate.
5.0 / 10.0
I stayed in the henhouse. This was a very large dwelling place with a full kitchen in living room and a very large bedroom. It’s perfect for a family or a solo person just needing a couple of days where they can cook along their travels. It’s located in a beautiful area, the owners have sheep and a farm but it’s still very quiet. You can park right outside of the front door.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely accommodation in a beautiful place with a warm welcome.
4.0 / 10.0
The location was excellent for us and the building was very nice and well laid out with plenty of room, a few things needed fixing light bulbs were out in the bedroom and the lamp in the living room, the bedroom was full of cobwebs round the ceiling, the towel rail kept coming off its bracket, these were all small quick fixes because the property is really nice
4.0 / 10.0
Owner friendly and approachable and seemed happy to sort out any issues. Bull Pen was clean, tidy and had the kitchen and bathroom facilities needed for a mini break. Would happily stay again.
2.0 / 10.0
Owner friendly and approachable and seemed happy to sort out any issues. Bull Pen was clean, tidy and had the kitchen and bathroom facilities needed for a mini break. Would happily stay again.
5.0 / 10.0
Great location and very friendly and helpful hosts. Will be staying again
5.0 / 10.0
Very pleasant stay, everything we needed was provided and the cottage was very comfortable.
2.5 / 10.0
This was an excellent place. Very quite and incredibly clean. Communication was great and everything was straightforward. I stayed in the miners cottage and it was more than i could have asked for.
5.0 / 10.0
This was an excellent place. Very quite and incredibly clean. Communication was great and everything was straightforward. I stayed in the miners cottage and it was more than i could have asked for.
2.5 / 10.0
A perfectly clean and tidy house. Very friendly and helpful hosts with a welcome (very welcome) bottle of wine. Not our first stay may I add, which shows how happy we were of the accommodation. Well recommended.
5.0 / 10.0
A perfectly clean and tidy house. Very friendly and helpful hosts with a welcome (very welcome) bottle of wine. Not our first stay may I add, which shows how happy we were of the accommodation. Well recommended.
4.0 / 10.0
Really good facilities for the price. Plenty of space and very comfortable. One of the radiators didn't work and the bathroom shower area could have been more thoroughly cleaned.
The surroundings were very scenic, it was lovely and quiet with only a five minute drive to the nearest town (Langley Park).
We would definitely stay here again and have already recommended it to others.
2.0 / 10.0
Really good facilities for the price. Plenty of space and very comfortable. One of the radiators didnt work and the bathroom shower area could have been more thoroughly cleaned.The surroundings were very scenic, it was lovely and quiet with only a five minute drive to the nearest town (Langley Park).We would definitely stay here again and have already recommended it to others.
5.0 / 10.0
Wonderful quiet location near to Beamish and good access to the M1 motorway. A great week seeing the sights of Durhan and Newcastle. Local pub just up the road with good food. A great location for trips out.
4.0 / 10.0
Bull Pen Cottage was very comfortable, cosy and clean. You can park your car right outside and there is a patio area with lovely views of the countryside. There is a kettle, toaster, microwave, cooker and fridge/freezer in the kitchen area which is adequately stocked with crockery and cutlery. The lounge furniture is extremely comfortable and there is a small dining table. The bed is comfortable and warm and there is plenty of storage in the bedroom.
8.0 / 10.0
Bull Pen Cottage was very comfortable, cosy and clean. You can park your car right outside and there is a patio area with lovely views of the countryside. There is a kettle, toaster, microwave, cooker and fridge/freezer in the kitchen area which is adequately stocked with crockery and cutlery. The lounge furniture is extremely comfortable and there is a small dining table. The bed is comfortable and warm and there is plenty of storage in the bedroom.
10.0 / 10.0
Hamsteels Hall is a collection of farm cottages, modern barn conversions, set in the rolling countryside of County Durham. It is 5 minutes by car from Lanchester with good pubs, restaurants and shops, and only 15 minutes drive to Durham or the Beamish Museum, or 30 minutes to Newcastle. It is in excellent walking country, an ideal base for a week or more. The rooms are cosy but not too small, well-equipped and clean. The hostess could not have been more helpful, fixing a couple of minor gripes or omissions. Rates are reasonable. We will return!
4.0 / 10.0
the owner was very friendly and helpful. The accommodation was a little dated and cold have done with a few more crockery items.The shower was a bit dangerous if you had children as it could get very hot.Overall it was acceptable for the price we paid. Wifi was ok but could only get a good reception in the bedroom.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely cottages beautiful scenery. (The Clydesdale)Cottage spacious clean and felt like home. This was our 3rd visit to hamsteels hall all 3 visits have been great we stayed in the smaller cottage 1st time the bull pen which was lovely but a bit small for us and our 1 year little boy(at the time) but couldn't fault it perfect for a couple. Stayed in thr granary 2nd visit lovely homely and very comfortable. June the owner very lovely friendly and very helpful with little 1 and the dog who we took on our 1st and most recent visit. Highly recommend hamsteels hall if visiting the north east. We will hopefully be returning again next year for another visit.
5.0 / 10.0
Lovely cottages beautiful scenery. (The Clydesdale)Cottage spacious clean and felt like home. This was our 3rd visit to hamsteels hall all 3 visits have been great we stayed in the smaller cottage 1st time the bull pen which was lovely but a bit small for us and our 1 year little boy(at the time) but couldn't fault it perfect for a couple. Stayed in thr granary 2nd visit lovely homely and very comfortable. June the owner very lovely friendly and very helpful with little 1 and the dog who we took on our 1st and most recent visit. Highly recommend hamsteels hall if visiting the north east. We will hopefully be returning again next year for another visit.
8.0 / 10.0
Cosy and nice looking cottage in the heart of Durham countryside. Our accommodation was very spacious, designed for up to 9 people sharing although there were only 3 of us. Comfy living room with a dining area and open kitchen; disabled friendly. In the living room there was a nice looking fireplace, no real fire though. The television was a bit small for the size of the room and the free view was not working very well; only a few channels were accessible, the others were crashing constantly. The kitchen was well equipped in everything you might need in a self-catering place. The beds were comfy but a bit too soft for me. The whole place had an excellent heating so despite all cold weather we were cosy and warm inside. The only issue with the boiler was hot water in showers. Especially in the evening it was almost impossible to get hot shower, although all taps were fine for this. No idea what the problem was. Another little thing was the cleanliness... I have no idea how that place managed to keep 4 stars. Dust was everywhere, the top of the fridge, inside of the fridge-freezer, room corners, showers and the bath and even the interior doors were just dirty and looked like nobody gave them a proper clean for a long time. If I had something like that in a 4 star hotel, I would complain to the manager. But at the Hamsteels Hall there was actually nobody to talk to most of the time. It is a working farm and the owners are just busy with other things. Staying at the farm had its
4.0 / 10.0
Cosy and nice looking cottage in the heart of Durham countryside. Our accommodation was very spacious, designed for up to 9 people sharing although there were only 3 of us. Comfy living room with a dining area and open kitchen; disabled friendly. In the living room there was a nice looking fireplace, no real fire though. The television was a bit small for the size of the room and the free view was not working very well; only a few channels were accessible, the others were crashing constantly. The kitchen was well equipped in everything you might need in a self-catering place. The beds were comfy but a bit too soft for me. The whole place had an excellent heating so despite all cold weather we were cosy and warm inside. The only issue with the boiler was hot water in showers. Especially in the evening it was almost impossible to get hot shower, although all taps were fine for this. No idea what the problem was. Another little thing was the cleanliness... I have no idea how that place managed to keep 4 stars. Dust was everywhere, the top of the fridge, inside of the fridge-freezer, room corners, showers and the bath and even the interior doors were just dirty and looked like nobody gave them a proper clean for a long time. If I had something like that in a 4 star hotel, I would complain to the manager. But at the Hamsteels Hall there was actually nobody to talk to most of the time. It is a working farm and the owners are just busy with other things. Staying at the farm had its
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed in the Hen House, which is a lovely, one bedroom cottage across the yard from the main building.
The cottage itself is beautifully decorated and well furnished with plenty of room for sitting down to chat or watch TV in the evening and a separate dining area with table and chairs for four people. The kitchen is small but perfectly good for cooking a simple evening meal. The bedroom is also nicely furnished and decorated and the beds (one double and one single) are very comfortable.
The area, very rural, is quite beautiful and there are villages a few miles in either direction for shops/restaurants.
The owners are friendly and helpful. I'm so glad we found it.
5.0 / 10.0
We stayed in the Hen House, which is a lovely, one bedroom cottage across the yard from the main building.The cottage itself is beautifully decorated and well furnished with plenty of room for sitting down to chat or watch TV in the evening and a separate dining area with table and chairs for four people. The kitchen is small but perfectly good for cooking a simple evening meal. The bedroom is also nicely furnished and decorated and the beds (one double and one single) are very comfortable.The area, very rural, is quite beautiful and there are villages a few miles in either direction for shops/restaurants.The owners are friendly and helpful. Im so glad we found it.
3.0 / 10.0
Easy to get to beautiful quite location
5.0 / 10.0
Very nice cottage close to Durham.Owners were very welcoming
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice cottage close to Durham.Owners were very welcoming
10.0 / 10.0
This is our second visit and we can't wait to come back. Everything is really good and comfortable here. The accommodation (converted farm buildings) is very suitable and well-fitted out with literally every home comfort you could want. The countryside view are really appealing and spectacular in high summer.
Staying there was a very happy time in an otherwise quite stressful period!
5.0 / 10.0
This is our second visit and we cant wait to come back. Everything is really good and comfortable here. The accommodation (converted farm buildings) is very suitable and well-fitted out with literally every home comfort you could want. The countryside view are really appealing and spectacular in high summer.Staying there was a very happy time in an otherwise quite stressful period!
8.0 / 10.0
Fabulous friendly reception and cottage preparation. Lovely outlook from cottage, a real farm feeling
8.0 / 10.0
This is a great place to stay when visiting Durham and environs. It's worth the short drive out into the countryside. (Must have a vehicle!) Beautiful scenery and fun to see the sheep close up. Host was extremely helpful--went out of her way for us. Only critique is you have to know to bring your own hand and dish soap.
4.0 / 10.0
This is a great place to stay when visiting Durham and environs. Its worth the short drive out into the countryside. (Must have a vehicle!) Beautiful scenery and fun to see the sheep close up. Host was extremely helpful--went out of her way for us. Only critique is you have to know to bring your own hand and dish soap.
5.0 / 10.0
Absolutely lovely cottage - the space has been well-designed and the location is perfect. We had a sensational time.
4.0 / 10.0
Nice and friendly owners.Very laidback place and slow pace for a lovley break.
Stayed in both the granary and hen house both comfortable and all that you need for a break away or a base to go places from.Unlike the granary the hen house didnt have a washing machine but the owner was happy to do a load of washing and drying for us.Which was handy as the laundrettes were closed.Our kettle was broken but as soon as we told owner she gave us a replacement
4.0 / 10.0
plenty of space and good facilities. Close enough to Durham yet in the contryside
5.0 / 10.0
Our stay here in the Bull pen was perfect great location and base for our needs and very relaxing in peaceful location, would recommend to family and friends.
FAQs
How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in Lanchester?
The average price for a rental in Lanchester is R 1,899 per night. This rental is R 533 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hamsteels Hall. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this farm stay. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hamsteels Hall pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hamsteels Hall?
We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and tv.
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