the ancient unicorn
3-star in In Barnard Castle
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The St, Bowes,, The Street, Barnard Castle, England, DL12 9HL, GB
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Classic Twin Room, Ensuite
2 Twin Beds
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Entertainment - Digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, towels, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) and wired internet access
Entertainment - Digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Luxury Suite, Ensuite
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
592 sq feet
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, towels, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) and wired internet access
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, free toiletries, towels, and shampoo
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) and wired internet access
Entertainment - Digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, towels, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Comfort Double Room, Ensuite
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) and wired internet access
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Classic Double Room, Ensuite
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) and wired internet access
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Family Triple Room, Ensuite
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) and wired internet access
Entertainment - Digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Heating
Accessibility - Visual fire alarm
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Double Room, Ensuite (Upstairs WT)
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Overlooking the courtyard
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Streaming services
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Comfort Cottage, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Charles Dickens Cottage)
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Overlooking the courtyard
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Entertainment - Streaming services
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Courtyard View (Mini Unicorn)
1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
194-sq-foot room with courtyard views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Entertainment - Digital channels
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping, towels not available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
About this area
The Ancient Unicorn
Located in Barnard Castle, The Ancient Unicorn is a 2-minute drive from North Pennines and 5 minutes from Barnard Castle. This guesthouse is 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 29 mi (46.6 km) from Durham University.
Languages
English
Policies
Check-in
3:00 PM
Check-out
10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive lockbox information. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pets
Service animals are allowed, Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions, Only dogs are allowed, Pets allowed
Fees
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
- This property accepts credit/debit cards
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
- This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.