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Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features

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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
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • 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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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Listed Stone Built Folly With Original Gothic Features Seaham
Listed Stone Built Folly With Original Gothic Features Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Seaham, Co Durham

What's nearby

  • Hawthorn Hive Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blast Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Durham University - 25 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Quayside - 31 min drive - 36.3 km
  • St. James' Park - 32 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Betty - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hat and Feathers (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coalface - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Millies Cookies - ‬9 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?

Onsite 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?

Check-out 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 mi (3 km) of Hawthorn Hive Beach, Blast Beach, and Shippersea Bay. Cineworld Dalton Park and Seaham Harbour Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Listed Stone Built Folly with original gothic features Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family break

Fantastic place to stay! We stayed for three nights with our two children - they loved staying in "the castle". Really well furnished and had everything we needed. The views are fantastic and some great walks in the area. Easy to drive to Durham and the Beamish Museum. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Phillipa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We had an amazing stay at Kinley Tower. The views are lovely and it is a very peaceful spot. Surrounded by countryside the walks from the Tower, including along the beach are fantastic! The Tower was equipped with everything you could need and spotlessly clean! The owners made every part of the booking/check in and departure very easy. They even went out of their way to return something to us that we had left behind. We would wholeheartedly recommend a stay in your own little piece of history!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay at the tower

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property it was like staying in our on private mini castle!

Gorgeous homely property with lovely hosts. Any questions we had were answered promptly and the place had everything you could need. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

June C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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 you’re surrounded by grass, views, water and horses it’s beautiful. Great size accommodation and with modern kitchen and bathroom making staying here great. Located close to mainly areas, Beamish, Newcastle, Durham etc. Can’t recommend this place enough a lovely cozy warm stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special place

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

10/10 Excellent

Aksel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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

10/10 Excellent

June C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

A wonderful stay in a lovely location. Very peaceful, surrounded by great views. Really comfortable and spotlessly clean. Thank you for a great stay.....we certainly hope to stay again in your beautiful tower.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Liam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible stay; beautiful views and stunning property.

We loved our stay here. The folly is amazing, so warm and cosy. We’re definitely coming back in the summer to enjoy the beaches more but a winter stay was just as enjoyable. Thank you so much, Liam, Jodi and Otis.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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 sea❣️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil setting in a beautiful property

We enjoyed our stay in the castle very much. The location was great and the horses and view were magical. The property was clean and warm and relaxing. We hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kinley Tower

I can't say in words how much myself and my wife enjoyed our stay ....it was simply fantastic and can't wait to go again ..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

The Tower is a unique experience, remote in one sense but well placed in another. We had a great weekend break, everything was perfect, would highly recommend Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The place 8s lovely. We found the bed and pillows too be uncomfortable.

We loved the Christmas tree, really festive
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

julia a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

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