The Hayloft 2 Bed-Deluxe-Apartment-Ensuite with Bath

Three two bedroomed grade II* listed thirteenth century Luxury Holiday Cottages located in Easington Village on East Durham's Heritage Coast. Originally built by the Prince Bishops of Durham the cottages have been beautifully restored, furnished and equipped to provide a unique warm and welcoming stay at this truly exceptional accommodation. Each cottage has its own unique charm, character and atmosphere. The Hayloft sleeps 4 and is located on the first floor at the east end of the longhouse. The entrance lobby leads directly up the staircase to a light and spacious open plan kitchen/living/dining room with vaulted ceiling, exposed green oak beams television, radio and wood burning stove (Website hidden by Airbnb) Two feature windows look out over the neighboring grade 1 listed former manor house Seaton Home and historic St Mary’s church (Website hidden by Airbnb) The fully fitted kitchen is equipped with electric oven and hob, eye level microwave, integrated fridge freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, all necessary crockery and cutlery The master bedroom boasts a kingsize bed, two feature windows and its own luxury ensuite with relaxing roll top bath. The second bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, twin beds and a stable door leading out to external granary steps which overlook the farmyard. The bedroom also boasts an ensuite shower room Externally there is private carparking and a communal courtyard style garden The building was formerly the house and barn of our family farm. It has recently come back into our ownership after a gap of 20 years. We have lovingly restored this 13th century building in a truly sympathetic way which has ensured that the buildings many original features have been preserved and in some cases enhanced. A great deal of love, work and passion has been invested to produce a truly outstanding group of cottages. The interior design and furnishings are the work of Kathryn. Together with her husband and brother they make up the partnership Tithe Barn Cottages. Kathryn hosts the cottages and is the main contact for guests. She has undertaken a considerable change in career direction to make these truly wonderful cottages available for our guests. Kathryns brother Ian runs the family farm and is always on hand to lend assistance while her husband Terry deals with the the accounts, marketting as well as being the on call handy person.