A quiet two bed semi in a small village, located high up on the Eastern edge of the Pennines. The house is light and airy with large windows. The gardens are wildlife havens with ponds and native wild flowers. A comfortable double Ottoman bed in the guest room is perfect for couples. As a horticulturist and conservationist I have created a garden rich in biodiversity. Shunning most exotic species the gardens front & back are filled with native wild flowers, shrubs and wildlife. Insects enjoy the varied plant life and amphibians court and breed in the ponds. All three native newt species can be seen as well as frogs. Birds visit the ponds to bathe and drink as well as forage for food among the plant life. There are hedgehogs, bats & owls to be seen and heard. The decking to the rear is a great place to relax and unwind. The canopy overhead means you can still sit out in the rain. I also hang a hammock over the decking during the warmer months and its a great place to spend time watching the wildlife or just to drift off to sleep. The guest bedroom overlooks the back garden and the long gardens mean the houses opposite are over 50 metres away. Beyond the rooftops are the trees of the plantation which you can explore. The plantation wraps around the Southern edge of the village from end to end. The guest room has a built in wardrobe as well as drawers and a good tall mirror. The bathroom is right next to the bedroom and has a sink, toilet and shower cubicle. The water pressure is really strong here so showers are a delight. You can make yourself at home in the kitchen to prepare your own meals should you wish. There is an electric cooker with four ring hob, grill and oven. You'll also find a kettle, toaster and most importantly a dish washer. Huzzah! In the dining area the large pine table is ideally situated so you can enjoy a view out onto the back garden. A wood burning stove in the living area is great should you require a bit of a comfort boost on chilly nights. With kindling, logs and paper on hand. Curl up on the sofa or in one of the large armchairs with a cuppa and a good book while the fire keeps you toasty and warm. You will have access to the whole house during your stay other than the front bedroom. I want people to feel as comfortable and welcome as possible. You should find it an easy place to relax in. I will be at home to welcome you and hopefully to bid you a fond farewell at the end of your stay. Burnopfield is surrounded by excellent walking & cycling routes. The C2C route 7 runs at the bottom of the valley as well as the Bowes railway line which cuts through the woods at the top of the street. Tanfield railway and Causey Arch are also close by. A regular steam train runs along the 3 mile track and you can take a pleasant walk through the woods and cross the worlds first purpose built railway bridge. A 5 minute walk in almost any direction from the house will have you in open peaceful countryside. As well as all that we have major attractions like Gibside, a National Trust property at the bottom of the hill, is a 2 minute drive. Famed for its wildlife and SSSI parkland landscape it was home to the Bowes Lyon family and was a favourite spot of the late Queen Mother. Award winning Beamish open air museum is 15 minutes drive. Allow a good full day to take it all in. 10 minutes away is The Metro Centre for all your indoor shopping needs, it also has a cinema as well as a host of independent and franchise eateries. Historic market towns like Morpeth, Hexham and Durham are just a short drive away. Buses from Burnopfield high street to Newcastle, the Metro Centre and Gateshead are frequent. Shops in the village include three general stores, a bakers/sandwich shop, holistic beauty salons, hairdressers and several takeaways. There are three pubs in the village (Covid permitting). There are three golf courses all within a few minutes drive and other pubs as well as cafes offering good food and drink. Down below in Rowlands Gill is a small Tesco as well as a cafe, pet food store and florists. Two small restaurants Italian & Chinese and a gym. Above us in The Hobson is another pub and a small coffee shop The Joinery. Within the industrial estate is another gym. Further afield you can drive within 20 minutes to the North Pennines AONB and explore the rugged countryside of Weardale and Teesdale. Some enchanting villages and breath taking scenery mixed with historic ruins from the expansive mining history. Natural beauty surrounds you such as Derwent reservoir, High Force and Hannahs Meadow. Plant hunters will enjoy finding the hidden gems of the Teesdale Assemblage. Distinct and rare plant species left from the last ice age, most of which are found nowhere else in the UK. For history buffs the newly opened Land of Oak and Iron visitor centre and cafe is along the valley. You can find out about the local mining history and maps show a variety of walks. A short walk down the street brings you onto the main road from where you can catch buses to Gateshead & Newcastle. In the other direction you can get to Consett. There is a terminus from where buses head off to Durham, Stanley and other outlying towns and villages. Walking & cycling routes are plentiful and all within a few minutes walk from the house. I can offer you plenty of suggestions for places to explore. Since Covid 19 I have taken to providing antiseptic wipes and hand Gell in the guest room. In the kitchen there is an antiviral hand Gell for your use prior to preparing food. All high use surfaces such as light switches, door & cupboard handles, hand rails and kitchen equipment are cleaned regularly with an antiviral cleaner.