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Kinley tower, a beautiful, recently renovated folly on a relaxed family-run farm offers guests a peaceful retreat. With its unique grade 2 listed building charm and serene surroundings this stay is perfect for unwinding.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features

  • Kinley tower is a beautiful, recently renovated folly. This grade 2 British listed building offers guests a peaceful location on a relaxed family run farm. Please be aware that due to the buildings age there a couple of areas where the ceiling heights are lower than normal.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Seaham, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Durham Cathedral and Ryhope Engines Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cineworld Dalton Park and Massive Attack Paintball. Funshack and Peterlee Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Seaham travel guide
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Seaham, Co Durham

Getting around

  • Seaham Station
    10 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • The Hat and Feathers (Wetherspoon)
    12 min drive
  • The Old Pay Office
    11 min drive
  • The Coalface
    12 min drive
  • Volunteers Arms
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hawthorn Hive Beach, Blast Beach and Shippersea Bay. Cineworld Dalton Park and Seaham Harbour Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Gemma

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Loved this folly! Views are amazing, itโ€™s so unique. Beautifully set out and well equipped. Kids loved seeing the horses in the next field and we had a great evening walk down to Blast Beach. Comfy beds, we slept really well. Iโ€™d stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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Brilliant stay at the tower

Quirky (in a good way), beautifully decorated accommodation with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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Weekend break

We wanted to stay in the area as my partner has family routes there , we especially wanted to walk along Seaham beach . The location of the tower was perfect, beautiful countryside and such a unique place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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A special place

We loved our stay here, such a peacefull place . Immaculate and the views were amazing. We will definitely book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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Beautiful Accommodation / Location

Brilliant place to stay as a family, very clean and lovely place to stay, location by a private farm in the sticks youโ€™re surrounded by grass, views, water and horses itโ€™s beautiful. Great size accommodation and with modern kitchen and bathroom making staying here great. Located close to mainly areas, Beamish, Newcastle, Durham etc. Canโ€™t recommend this place enough a lovely cozy warm stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

June C.

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A fabulous find

Our second stay at this lovely tower. So quiet, amazing views, we love it here. Walks a plenty and such a lovely space to relax. Thank you once again for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

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Truly amazing!!!

This place is even more beautiful and unique than the pictures! We had an incredible stay here and really loved the location, wildlife and surroundings. Very clean and well kept, tastefully decorated and made for an unforgettable visit. Would love to come back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

stuart t.

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Mini Castle on the Hill

Fabulous stay in this unique folly! it was lovely to see the sea and horses from the windows each day and there was plenty of activities to keep the children entertained close by - especially finding sea glass treasure on the local beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley M.

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Perfect getaway

Thank you for providing such a beautiful holiday let in a peaceful, idyllic setting! Exactly what was needed to unwind and relax surrounded by stunning countryside and view of the seaโฃ๏ธ
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

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Wonderful

Lovely short stay, super clean and cosy and fab location, total privacy and ease of access. gorgeous coastal circular walk - and into Seaham if wanted. lovey to be amongst the horses also - wonderful break for all the fam if you like peaceful cosy stays
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aksel E.

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Mr

Really cosy and fun place to stay. Extremely clean, great amenities. The surrounding area was lovely and made for some great hikes. Everything worked nicely. Would recommend to anyone and I would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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Lovely Hideaway Stay

The folly is quirky, cosy, peaceful, beautifully kept and so clean. It's really comfortable and the views are delightful. Perfect location for exploring Durham and the surrounds, with the coastal footpath close by. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

julia a.

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Second visit

Ideal getaway for us. Quiet, comfortable and clean. This is the second time we've been and would come back again. Love the area and the Folly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

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Fairytale tower tranquil retreat

Stunning property, clean, comfortable cosy and spacious. all the amenities you need. Very well done renovation of historic tower. T
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

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Amazing place

Perfect setting. Peaceful. Very comfortable. Special memories for my husband's 60th birthday suprise
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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Beautiful getaway

The tower is decorated lovely, it's comfortable, homely and immaculately clean with everything we needed in the kitchen. Set away from any main road it's perfect for quiet down time surrounded by fields. It's perfectly situated for visiting lots of beaches nearby and a short drive to Durham and the famous Seaham Hall beach for collecting sea glass.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Orla D.

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Perfect location, quirky property

Amazing property. We loved staying here and would happily book again. Very well placed for a beach-combing holiday. As described. Very clean. Good heating for a cold weather break.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

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Fabulous place

We had a lovely stay even though the weather was stormy. The folly is beautiful and had everything we needed. The host has put heating on for our arrival and also helped us to find it in the dark which was much appreciated. The views from the property are amazing. Seaview and horses outside. We felt really comfortable and cozy and we'll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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2 night stay

This is a beautiful property which is extremely peaceful. The horses were a lovely bonus. The one thing that would have made it perfect was if you could get up to the top to really see the amazing views. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

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Peaceful

Wonderful, quirky property. Extremely clean and well equipped. Cosy and comfortable. No blinds or curtains in bedroom which is in keeping with the style of the building however, if like me, you are used to sleeping in a dark bedroom then I would recommend you bring an eye mask. Lovely location with lots of nice walks and rides out. Seaham is particularly pretty. Would whole heartedly recommend a visit.Very reasonably priced for the uniqueness of the property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin T.

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Absolutley amazing ๐Ÿ‘

Wow! What a beautiful accommodation! Pictures dont do it justice. So clean and comfortable. Me and my husband stayed here for a weekend celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary. Would highly recommend anyone to stay if you are looking for a picturesque, peaceful break away. We would love to stay here again one day. Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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Beautiful!

We absolutely loved our stay here, the house/folly was really lovely,clean and well equipped. I had read on another review the bedrooms had no curtains so we took some bin bags and popped them at the windows, would recommended doing this if you like to sleep in darkness! We would definitely be back and book again as our kids loved it and the horses! Thanks fkr a lovely stay ๐Ÿ˜€
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Aidan T.

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New Years Stay

We've stayed in this absolute gem of a "mini castle" (as our kids call it) and will definitely stay again. Cute, cosy, well appointed, loads of character, near some beautiful walks, no neighbours but some horses..... what more could you want! Owners brought us up a set of scales to do some new years eve party baking within 20 minutes of calling them. 5 stars all the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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Folly good fun!

Such a lovely place, in the centre of fields with horses grazing peacefully around making the setting perfect! 10 mins on foot to the beach (to go sea glass hunting) and 10 mins in the car to Morrisons. The beach is pebble and it has a steep incline so if (like me) you suffer with bad knees, you need to take care but it can be done. I have a tween and a teen and they loved the setting enough to put their phones down and enjoy family time ๐Ÿ˜Š Durham Castle & Cathedral are also well worth the visit. Will definitely be back as thereโ€™s more to see and we ran out of time ๐Ÿ‘
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Shirley B.

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Lovely stay.

Had a lovely stay here. Easy to get to. Great location for getting around. Just a few niggles. The mechanism for the shower head to work was broken. We managed though. No window coverings in the bedroom. No microwave which is handy when away. And the toilet roll ran out day before we left. Glad we brought our own. All in all a great stay just being picky.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023