The Ancient Unicorn
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About The Ancient Unicorn
- Guesthouse Room / Entire GuesthouseThe comforts of home away from home
- FreebiesThis stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
This comfortable inn is a short walk from Bowes Castle, and features a swimming pool. It also offers free Wi-Fi.
The Ancient Unicorn's professional staff are available to assist 24 hours a day, and an express check-in facility provides added convenience. It also provides meeting rooms and a garden.
The Ancient Unicorn has 10 well-appointed rooms that are equipped with a range of essential amenities to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. Hot drinks can be brewed with complimentary tea and coffee supplies.
Guests staying at the inn can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, ideally based for those who want to stay close by when looking for a bite to eat. Packed lunches are available on request for those with day trips planned.
Durham Tees Valley Airport is less than a 45-minute drive from The Ancient Unicorn. Darlington and Richmond are also a short car ride away.
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Amenities at The Ancient Unicorn
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Free parking
- TV
- Free toiletries
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Internet
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Complimentary breakfast
- Hairdryer
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Kitchen
- Wine glasses
- Electric kettle
- Oven
- Microwave
- Kitchenware
- Tea/coffee maker
- Toaster
- Refrigerator
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
Bathroom
- Shared bathroom
- Shared toilet
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
- Private entrance
General
- Seating area
- Sofa
- Carpeted
- Tile/marble floor
Services and conveniences
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Smoking rooms available
Bedroom
- Sofa bed
- Cleaning products
- Wardrobe or closet
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
- Private parking
Media and entertainment
- Streaming service
- TV
Laundry
- Iron and ironing board
Workspace
- Desk
Dining
- Dining table
Things to do
- Hiking
Family friendly
- Complimentary breakfast
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Location
What's nearby
- Barnard Castle3.8 mi
- Bowes Museum4.2 mi
- Egglestone Abbey4.3 mi
- Low Force10.6 mi
- High Force11.6 mi
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
When to book a room at The Ancient Unicorn
Top tips for your stay at The Ancient Unicorn
- If you’re after a cheap room at The Ancient Unicorn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and January.
- Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Ancient Unicorn, plan to stay on a Saturday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
- The cheapest price a room at The Ancient Unicorn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £56, while the most expensive was £56.
- How long should you stay at The Ancient Unicorn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
FAQs when booking at The Ancient Unicorn
Where is The Ancient Unicorn located?
The Ancient Unicorn is located at The Street, Bowes, 4 miles from the centre of Barnard Castle. Barnard Castle is the closest landmark to The Ancient Unicorn.
When is check-in time and check-out time at The Ancient Unicorn?
Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The Ancient Unicorn.
Does The Ancient Unicorn offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Ancient Unicorn offers free Wi-Fi.
Does The Ancient Unicorn offer free parking?
Yes, The Ancient Unicorn offers free parking.
How far is The Ancient Unicorn from the airport?
The Ancient Unicorn is 23.1 miles from Darlington Teesside Intl. The Ancient Unicorn is 38.1 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne.
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Value for money | 8.5 |
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Distance to city centre | 4.0 mi |
Nearest airport | Darlington Teesside Intl |
Distance to airport | 23.1 mi |