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Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland

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Terrace/patio
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Oakenshaw, England
  • Place, Whitworth Hall Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brancepeth Castle Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crook Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Crook

With a stay at this vacation home in Crook, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Durham University and Brancepeth Castle Golf Club. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Crook Leisure Centre and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Spectrum Leisure Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Whitworth Hall Country Park - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Brancepeth Castle Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Crook Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Spennymoor Leisure Centre - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Durham University - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 14 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Horse Shoe Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Horseshoe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Crook Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland

The Estate Oakenshaw – Exclusive 6-Acre Retreat with 3 Hot Tubs & Play Park

A rare opportunity to rent an entire 6-acre private estate in County Durham, complete with two luxurious dwellings, three private hot tubs, a woodland play park, and sleeping space for up to 16 guests.

Oakenshaw Estate combines a stunning 1852 stone farmhouse and a contemporary Scandinavian-style log cabin — both offering warmth, style and total tranquillity. Perfect for group getaways, family celebrations, or multi-generational holidays, this exclusive-use retreat offers space, character and unforgettable surroundings.

The farmhouse, known as The Residence, features oak beams, a log burner, designer interiors and generous bedrooms. The log cabin adds a modern rustic twist, with open-plan living, floor-to-ceiling windows, and another hot tub overlooking the trees. Together, they deliver a setting that blends heritage and indulgence seamlessly.

Outdoors, enjoy three private hot tubs, landscaped gardens, nature trails and a play park with swings, climbing frame and sunken trampoline on a barked surface. A sculptural turret at the entrance pays homage to nearby Durham Castle, Auckland Castle, and the world-renowned Kynren show — all just a short drive away.

Highlights include:
• 🛌 Sleeps up to 16 across 2 beautiful crafted buildings
• 🛁 3 private hot tubs
• 🌳 Play park with swings, climbing frame & trampoline
• 🪵 Oak beams, wood floors, log burners & “wow” interiors
• 🏞️ 6-acre gated estate with lake, trees & wildlife
• 🏰 Minutes from Durham, Bishop Auckland & Kynren
• 🧺 Luxury welcome touches & thoughtful hosting
• 🚗 Free secure parking on site

Book the entire estate for your next celebration, reunion or rural escape — a hidden gem where space, story and soul come together.

See our other properties;

The Residence https://t.vrbo.io/j04ZvSeJlVb
The Log Cabin https://t.vrbo.io/gOwAUhiJlVb
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room, barbecue grills, and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

28707

Grand Country Estate 3 Hot Tubs Sleeps 16 near Durham City & Bishop Auckland Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was exceptional, beyond my dreams. The photos are good,but when you see the inside,wow. You will not be disappointed with anything in the property. I had my ,70th birthday there, with my husband,family and friends. I would definitely go back. Everything was spotless and clean,the host Claire kept in touch, throughout the stay.x
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ve just returned from a two-day New Year’s break with three other families, and we had a fantastic time. The layout of the barn at Oakenshaw is perfect for groups and families, giving everyone plenty of space to relax and enjoy being together.The barn itself is ideal for a celebration or get-together, and we certainly made the most of the facilities — especially the bar, pool table, and the generous space for fun family games.On the second night, we really enjoyed using the fabulous kitchen area. It’s perfect for large groups, and the big kitchen island meant we could all chat, cook, and enjoy each other’s company at the same time.All four families had a truly wonderful stay, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We hired the whole property for a family Christmas, and it was warm and beautifully decorated when we arrived. The main Oak kitchen is huge, so was perfect for cooking meals with everyone gathered around. The Log Cabin is great fun, with pool table, arcade games and a giant screen for watching films together.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a lovely stay at this very large property, well 3 properties, but The Oak and The Barn can form 1 large building and that was how we had it with The Cabin being a seperate building, We used that as our evening entertainment space with it having the pool table extra large Tv and games machine. The kitchens have ample crockery/pans, utensils etc. and the appliances are top of the range. It was a typical wet, windy and cold weekend so didn’t get to use the hot tubs but that didn’t dampen the kids (aged nearly 2 and nearly 5) and 4 of the younger adults enthusiasm for the play area especially the trampoline. Overall an excellent family weekend was had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025