Southfield farm Hamsterley mill Rowlands gill, Durham, NE39 1NQ, United Kingdom
#5 of 20 hotels in Durham
Guests' ChoiceBased on 34 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.5
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Reviewed: August 29, 2025
Kayla
United Kingdomthere was nothing i didn’t like, i got more than I asked for, not a second of it went against what I wanted. It was a lovely night stay
i love how private it is and how aesthetic the hut is, it all pairs together really nicely and just created a pleasurable atmosphere to be in
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 11, 2025
Alex
United KingdomThe hut was amazing, although I do think it could do with being refreshed with a lick of paint. Otherwise, this is a great little getaway.
Lovely remote location. Vert peaceful. The facilities were great hot tub, sauna and bath tub. Great use of space within the hut.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 12, 2025
Morgan
United KingdomThere was no handrail and steps were slippery when wet
Enjoyed the whole but short stay very well set up
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 7, 2025
Christine
United KingdomPaid on booking.com for the hut with the sauna and outdoor bath, but it wasn't available so was put in a different hut with a hot tub but still paid the price. No sofa, just a little seat to watch tv at night. It was a lovely stay but was false advertised.
Was very cosy and immaculate inside
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: March 27, 2025
Samantha
United KingdomJust back from a much needed, girlie overnight stay in Charlie’s Hut with my mam and our wee dog Toby. Honestly cannot fault it at all, everything is 5* throughout, warm and cosy inside with every appliance you could ever need. Shower is warm, bed, pillows etc all plush hotel quality. The hot tub is a dream and added bonus having the sauna which we had to ourselves for most of our stay. Beckie was such a lovely host from start to finish. Already planning our next trip back, I hadn’t even been there 15 minutes and I was already recommending to friends and family. If you’re thinking of booking, I promise there is no better Shepard Hut experience in the North East!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: August 19, 2024
Fenny
United Kingdomnothing
It was away from everything so very quiet and cosy.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 18, 2024
Adi
United KingdomLoved everything from start till the end.The hut was so cozy, had everything needed and the owner was really helpful and friendly The hot tub and sauna and all the suroundings made our stay absolutely amazing
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 16, 2024
Emma
United KingdomThe hut is just beautiful. Set in a lovely peaceful area with a fab hot tub. Comfy bed, nice hot shower- feel very relaxed after our stay, and I can't wait to stay again.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: June 10, 2024
Michael
United KingdomIt was absolutely stunning inside, nice and cosey and the surroundings is beautiful. It is well worth the money and me and my partner will definitely be going back again
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: October 21, 2023
Henry
United KingdomCant really complain about a thing. Just poor weather at the time we booked
The hut we stayed in was perfect and so cozy. Had everything you needed to just sit back and relax and enjoy your surroundings. Definitely go back next year in the warmer months to enjoy an outside log fire 🔥
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 19, 2023
Laura
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 2, 2023
Kieran
United KingdomN/a
Cool little getaway
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 21, 2023
Maureen
United KingdomNothing
Set in a wooded area this seemingly little hut doesn’t give away its astounding interior. The interior has a WoW factor with cottage style decor, quality appliances and superb design. It even has a large modern shower. Hidden away was a pull down comfy double mattress. It must have great insulation because when it rained it I couldn’t hear it and felt warm and cozy.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Rory
United KingdomIn a quiet, wooded location with nearby walks, the luxurious hut was immaculate and well set out. Ideal for a self catering break for 2.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 2, 2025
Amy
United KingdomWish the garden was enclosed for the dog, and maybe more plates. Glass needs replacing in door too.
Lovely garden and hot tub. Friendly staff. Great hot tub, never saw our neighbours. Recommended :)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 28, 2024
Amy
United KingdomAbout an hour after we arrived another couple arrived and realised that we had been double booked, owner was hard to contact, we were told we could either use the other hut (which other people arrived at that hut later, so maybe we would have ended up with the same situation) However because we had already been in the hut with our dog and in the hot tub the owner offered the other couple that was there the same deal and they left. Although we then were left to relax in the hut i obviously felt on edge as understandably the other couple were not very happy.
The hut was lovely and the surroundings
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 27, 2024
Naomi
United KingdomWe found that the mattress and pillows were pretty lacklustre unfortunately and didn't fit with the luxury feel of the rest of the hut. Overall it felt a little overpriced compared to other shepherds' huts we've stayed in previously that were cheaper but provided more toiletries and complimentary food items (e.g. homemade cakes, bread, jam) for a more personal feel that we didn't really get a sense of with this one. There was only a microwave oven which worked okay but in hindsight we should have double checked the photos rather than relying on the Booking.com amenities listed. The robes for the hot tub felt very rough.
The location was great for visiting Beamish Museum, this was the main reason we chose this accommodation. The hot tub was a nice feature too, we sadly ran out of time to try out the sauna. Good water pressure in the shower was a plus.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 28, 2024
Glen
United KingdomNothing
The property was excellent well presented and clean
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 17, 2025
Anonymous
United KingdomSmashed window in door and door was hard to open and lock miscellaneous size plates and not enough of them also broken door on one of the cupboards and wasn’t overly keen of sharing the sauna with the other guests was under the impression each hut had its own sauna as it didn’t say when booking it was communal also bbq was covered in rust and grill was left lying in the dirt with nothing to clean it with
Set in an excellent location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 2, 2025
Saffron
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Emma
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 13, 2024
Sara
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 26, 2024
Nicole
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 21, 2024
Gabriella
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2024
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