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Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character! Sleeping up to two guests, this charming cottage is perfect for romantic escapes and solo adventures. With all the amenities you could need for a self-catering stay, it offers a comfortable and homely base. As part of your accommodation fare, complimentary admission into Beamish Museum is included.

The Space

With a museum setting and lots of historic character, Potters Cottage is a unique holiday let in the North East. Sustainably designed and wonderfully executed, this stunning cottage has a traditional but homely look. Potters Cottage is built in Georgian style, featuring furniture and items from Beamish Museum's collection, and is located in the stunning 1820s Landscape. Potters Cottage features an open plan kitchen, living and dining area. The hub of the home, this cosy spot is ideal for unwinding and socialising. The beautiful sage green kitchen is equipped with all the essentials including modern appliances and cookware. You can enjoy your home cooked meals at the dining area which includes a wooden dining table and chairs. The cottage also offers a TV in the corner of the living area for entertainment. Sharing the living space is a leather sofa and matching armchair, all surrounded by charming, exposed ceiling beams. Head to the bedroom and you'll find a striking space with a vaulted ceiling and a traditional four poster double bed. Coming in the form of an ensuite to the bedroom, the bathroom is home to a free standing bathtub and handheld shower, plus a wash basin and WC.

Neighbourhood

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of County Durham, Beamish is a delightful village renowned for its rich history and scenic landscapes. Best known for the world-famous Beamish Museum, an open-air living history museum that transports visitors back in time, this area is steeped in heritage and charm. Potters Cottage offers the perfect blend of tranquil countryside living and easy access to top local attractions. Enjoy peaceful walks through rolling hills, explore nearby woodland trails, or simply soak up the charm of traditional North East England. For those eager to explore, the vibrant city of Durham - with its iconic Durham Cathedral, cobbled streets, and independent shops - is just a short drive away. The bustling city of Newcastle upon Tyne, known for its nightlife, shopping, and cultural landmarks, is also within easy reach. Local pubs, cosy tearooms, and charming village shops add to the warm and welcoming atmosphere, ensuring you experience the best of rural charm with modern conveniences. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing retreat or an adventure-filled escape, Beamish is the perfect destination.

Getting Around

The closest train station to Beamish Museum is Chester-le- Street where you’ll find regular routes operating to Darlington, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne, Huddersfield, Leeds, York, Manchester and Liverpool. Three bus services operate to and from Beamish Museum to Chester-le-Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Stanley and Washington.

Guest Access
Check-inCheck-in: 16:00
CheckoutCheck-out: 10:00

Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Potters Cottage are accessed via a key safe box, and full details will be provided prior to check-in. Private on-site parking is available. Guests will also have complimentary access to Beamish Museum as part of the accommodation fare. Please note that admission is only complimentary on your stay dates. Opening times can be found below: 22nd February 2025 – 2nd March 2025: Open daily, 10am-4pm 3rd – 30th March 2025: Open Wednesday-Sunday, 10am- 4pm 31st March – 24th October 2025: Open daily, 10am-5pm

Amenities

BathtubBathtub
Bed linensBed linens
Body soapBody soap
Cleaning DisinfectionCleaning Disinfection
Reviews
Allan
airbnb
25/11/2025

such a lovely place to stay, it has period furnishing but all the mod cons you would need very tastefully done, the views from the door and bedroom windows were fantastic, and been able to just walk about 5 yards and go thru the gate you would find yourself in Beamish museum , would definitely recommend this stay to anyone and to sleep in a four poster bed was luxury,

Zuzana
airbnb
22/11/2025

Cottage was tricky to find as we arrived around 6pm during winter months so no staff available and no sign posted either, given it was dark, icy paths and raining, dragging our suitcases whilst holding ambrellas and phones looking at the map trying to find the cottage in dark was difficult. I went up the hill to pockerly hall and still couldn't find the cottage and was unsure if I was even looking in the right place. Simple instructions such as the cottage is at the back of the tavern would be helpful. However, the cottage was nice and clean and met our expectations. In future, I would choose this location in summer months instead to get the most out of it. Also, it would be more suited for someone driving to this destination rather than taking public transport but overall, it was a nice getaway.

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