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The Ancient Unicorn, Barnard Castle

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  • The Street, Bowes, DL12 9HL Barnard Castle, United Kingdom - View on map
8.4 /10
Very good
Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Guest house
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Nestled in the charming town of Barnard Castle, The Ancient Unicorn is a delightful getaway, just 7.9 km away from the fascinating Bowes Museum. With complimentary WiFi and free private parking, it's a hassle-free place to unwind. You'll be conveniently close to several historical treasures, including Raby Castle (19 km), Brough Castle (22 km), and the grand Richmond Castle (27 km). If you’re a railway enthusiast, don’t miss Locomotion: The National Railway Museum, only 33 km away. For a bit of quirky fun, Forbidden Corner is a great destination 48 km from here.

Inside the guest house, some units come with a well-equipped kitchen featuring an oven, microwave, and toaster, allowing you to whip up your own meals. Plus, all units are provided with fresh bed linen for your comfort.

Start your day right with a hearty Full English/Irish breakfast available at the guest house.

For those who love the outdoors, Barnard Castle offers plenty of hiking opportunities right at your doorstep. Plus, getting here is a breeze with Teesside International Airport just 47 km away.
Facilities

Our area is a designated smoke-free zone, emphasizing our strict smoking prohibition.
Experience comfort at our facility, great for relaxing after an adventure.
Secure your stay and enjoy the perk of free parking.
Experience free, fast wireless internet in every section.
Enjoy our double rooms, designed for couples seeking romance.
Plan your stay with our streamlined online reservation tool, providing extensive room information, visual presentations, map directions, and user reviews to inform your choice.

Rooms: 16
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Room Types

Deluxe Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • carpeted floor,
  • fan,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • heating,
  • waste bin,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • work desk
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet paper,
  • conditioner,
  • shampoo,
  • body soap,
  • private bathroom,
  • shower,
  • toilet,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • hairdryer
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)

This double room features a electric kettle, DVD player and view. Please note pets cannot be accommodated in this room type.

Small Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • work desk,
  • heating,
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • fan,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • waste bin
Sanitary facilities
  • hairdryer,
  • conditioner,
  • body soap,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shampoo,
  • shower,
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)

This double room features a DVD player, tile/marble floor and private entrance. Please note only some of these rooms accommodate pets. Please contact the property in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Standard Twin Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Hotel services offered
  • wireless internet (wi-fi)
Room standards
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • waste bin,
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • private bathroom,
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • body soap
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • refrigerator,
  • microwave,
  • oven,
  • electric kettle,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels

This twin room has a electric kettle and DVD player. Please note pets cannot be accommodated in this room type.

Budget Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • work desk,
  • waste bin,
  • clothes rack,
  • heating,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • fan,
  • carpeted floor
Sanitary facilities
  • conditioner,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room),
  • toilet paper,
  • hairdryer,
  • shared toilet (outside the room),
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shampoo,
  • body soap,
  • shower
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • electric kettle
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector

This double room has a DVD player and electric kettle. Please note pets cannot be accommodated in this room type.

Budget Twin Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • fan,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • work desk,
  • waste bin,
  • carpeted floor,
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room),
  • shared toilet (outside the room),
  • shampoo,
  • shower,
  • hairdryer,
  • body soap,
  • conditioner,
  • toilet paper
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • electric kettle
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector

This twin room features a electric kettle and DVD player. Please note pets cannot be accommodated in this room type.

Triple Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • waste bin,
  • heating,
  • fan,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • work desk
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet paper,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shampoo,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • toilet,
  • private bathroom,
  • conditioner,
  • body soap,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector

Providing free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This triple room features a tea and coffee maker, heating and a TV. The unit provides 2 beds.

Standard Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Standard Double Room
Room standards
  • heating,
  • waste bin,
  • clothes rack
Sanitary facilities
  • hairdryer,
  • body soap,
  • toilet paper,
  • conditioner,
  • shampoo,
  • bathtub,
  • private bathroom
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • electric kettle
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels

The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

One-Bedroom Cottage Description, photos, price, amenities

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Hotel services offered
  • wireless internet (wi-fi)
Room standards
  • iron,
  • sofa,
  • heating,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • sofa bed,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • waste bin,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • seating area
Sanitary facilities
  • body soap,
  • private bathroom,
  • hairdryer,
  • shampoo,
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • conditioner
Property technology & media
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • kitchenware,
  • refrigerator,
  • wine glasses,
  • oven,
  • toaster,
  • electric kettle,
  • microwave,
  • full kitchen,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • dining area
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • carbon monoxide detector

This bungalow is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. The bungalow offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area along with a wardrobe. The unit provides 2 beds.

Budget Triple Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Budget Triple Room
Room standards
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • shared bathroom (outside the room)
Property technology & media
  • television (tv)
Paid extra services
  • bed linen
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)

This triple room has a shared bathroom and heating. This triple room features a TV. The unit is furnished with 2 beds.

One-Bedroom Cottage Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the One-Bedroom Cottage
Hotel services offered
  • wireless internet (wi-fi)
Room standards
  • seating area,
  • heating,
  • sofa,
  • clothes rack,
  • waste bin
Sanitary facilities
  • shampoo,
  • body soap,
  • toilet paper,
  • conditioner,
  • hairdryer,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • shower,
  • private bathroom
Property technology & media
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • dining table,
  • dining area,
  • electric kettle,
  • kitchenette
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • carbon monoxide detector

The double room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

Choose your ideal room at The Ancient Unicorn

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Small Double Room
  • Standard Twin Room
  • Budget Double Room
  • Budget Twin Room
  • Triple Room
  • Standard Double Room
  • One-Bedroom Cottage
  • Budget Triple Room
  • One-Bedroom Cottage

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

General property information General property information

parking available, pets are welcome, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

hiking trails accessible, bar happy hour, live music and performances

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

on-site restaurant, hotel bar, take-away lunches, café/snack bar, special dietary menus (on request)

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

quick check-in/check-out

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

access to hotel garden

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, entirely non-smoking property

Property safety & security Property safety & security

cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

professional cleaning services utilised for property hygiene

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! The property offers free on-site parking, including a dedicated private parking area.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 15:00 hours

Check-out

Until 10:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

Languages spoken
 
Contact methods
☎ telephone
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Important information
Please note pets can only be accommodated in certain rooms. Please inform the property in advance.At The Ancient Unicorn, hen, stag, or similar parties are not accepted.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Yes, there is parking for guests, ensuring convenience and safety.
Prices vary by date and other factors. Please provide dates for accurate information.
Use the GPS coordinates: 54.517073, -2.009293 to reach the destination.
We offer various accommodation options depending on availability. Please check our website for more details.

  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Small Double Room
  • Standard Twin Room
  • Budget Double Room
  • Budget Twin Room
  • Triple Room
  • Standard Double Room
  • One-Bedroom Cottage
  • Budget Triple Room
Yes, we provide on-site parking for our guests.
Yes, guests staying at The Ancient Unicorn can use our private parking area.
Yes, we provide non-smoking accommodation options.
Yes, our bar has a daily happy hour.
Yes, for our guests' safety and convenience, we offer a contactless check-in and check-out process.

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