Coach House At Greta Bridge, Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
Welcome to The Coach House, one of the premier guesthouses in the picturesque rural setting of Greta Bridge, County Durham, and part of the original C17th George Coaching Inn which, for the past one hundred and fifty years, has been a private house within its own landscape.
The River Greta with its Brignal Banks, painted by artists John Sell Cotman and J. M. W. Turner, runs along the western boundary of the estate, where guests may fish for brown trout.
For the holidaymaker, or traveller, the house is in striking distance of the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors, Hadrian's Wall and so many other historic and natural beauty spots. Barnard Castle offers several antique shops and, of course, the Bowes Museum.
Charles Dickens is thought to have stayed the night at The George (original C17th name of house) on his way to Bowes, where he wrote Nicholas Nickleby. Sir Walter Scott stayed at neighbouring Rokeby Hall, which is open to visitors during the summer.
For Horse Racing, race-goers can enjoy several good flat and jump meetings in the area throughout the year, including York, Ripon, Catterick, Sedgefield and Newcastle. The area is also blessed with many golf courses.
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Owners: Peter and Mary Gilbertson
Open Since: 1999
We Accept: Checks, Mastercard and Visa
Price Range: Check with owner as prices may vary
No. of Rooms With Private Bath: 3
Location: In country and On ocean/river/lake
Amenities: Television in room, Antiques, Down comforters, Sitting room/library, Full breakfast, Continental breakfast, Picnic baskets, Box lunches, Patio, Room with scenic view, Picnic grounds, Designated smoking, Pets possible (inquire), Children possible, Crib available, Babysitter available, Lake/riverfront access, Swimming pool, Laundry facilities, In-room or on-deck coffee/tea service, Evening dessert/cordials/hors d'oeuvres and Other meals upon special request
Sight-Seeing: Museum, Art galleries and Historical village/park
Water Sports: Fishing
Other Sports: Golf, Hunting, Tennis and Horseback riding
Out In The Town: Antique shops/malls, Farmers market and Crafts
Out In Nature: Hiking trails and Birdwatching
Memberships: (* = organization inspected the inn, + = organization is PAAAC approved)
* English Tourist Board - 5 diamonds silver award
Area Attractions:
Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, Barnard Castle Antiques, Raby Castle, Barnard Castle Theatre, Market town of Barnard Castle, Durham Cathedral, The North Pennines
These recreational facilities and attractions are all within 25 miles of Coach House at Greta Bridge.
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