The Back House, Yorkshire

The Back House is a gorgeous Grade II listed building in Staindrop, County Durham. This former coaching inn sits quietly off Front Street, just 5 miles from Barnard Castle. All three bedrooms feature super king-size beds with zip/link options - perfect for friends who don't want to spoon each other all night.

The property boasts a south-facing courtyard with raised flower beds and a private seating area. The screened pergola houses a luxurious hot tub where you can soak away your troubles with a glass of wine. Staindrop village offers excellent walking and cycling opportunities, including National Cycle Route 715. Raby Castle stands nearby - though your own castle awaits with much comfier beds.

Inside The Back House, you'll find a spacious layout with a welcoming sitting room featuring plush sofas and an original 18th-century inglenook with woodburning stove. The splendid kitchen has quality fittings with ample space for six to cook and eat together. All bedrooms have high thread count linens and there's a bathroom with bath and shower, plus a separate cloakroom.

Explore Raby Castle (very close), the fascinating Bowes Museum (10 minutes), Durham Cathedral (20 miles/30 minutes), or Beamish Museum (25 miles/40 minutes). The property includes allocated off-road parking for two cars - handy when you've had one too many at the local pub less than a mile away.

The Back House offers the perfect balance of historic character and modern luxury. Previous guests rave about the comfortable beds and thoughtful touches throughout this immaculately presented holiday home.