"O"When I booked the accommodation, I felt it was a bit pricey!... Now I have had a lovely stay, I realise it was well worth it!  Fantastic - lovely welcome, very comfortable room with everything I need.  Fab breakfast. Love the fresh flowers & garden.  Many thanks.". Jane (& Florence).  April 13

   "Staying with Jill & Rupert has been a pleasure.  Food excellent." Jim & Brenda.  April 13

   "Fantastic - thank you!" Rob & Jane.  April 13

   "Thank you for a wonderful stay and thank you for making our dog, Clay, so welcome. Lovely breakfast & room, while tea & coffee on arrival was just the ticket!" Dean & Sarah.  February 13

"Outstanding in every way.  Superb hospitality, lovely room, great breakfast." Donald & Clare.  February 13

"Had a great stay.  Wish it had been longer. Lovely hospitality.  Will be back with my husband."  Avril. February 13

"Comfort and luxurious bedroom. Divine breakfast as always; great attention to detail. Thank you so much for your lovely hospitality." Ingrid & Guy. January 13

"Comfortable room. Superb breakfast. Friendly atmosphere.  What a wonderful house & impressive location."  Gerry. January 13
 

"Fabulous room, great hospitality, delicious breakfast.  Hope to come back soon." Vivienne & Andrew. December 12

“A wonderful escape.  So nice to be back in Crook and here at Dowfold.”  Donna. November 12

 

“Thank you so much for such welcoming hospitality.  your home is beautiful.”  David & Rosemary. November 12

 

“We have had a wonderful five days, but didn't expect snow this morning!  Jill & Rupert wonderful hosts as always.”  Angela & Mike. October 12

 

 “Perfect: spotlessly clean: comfortable bed: attractive sitting room with open fire and a delicious breakfast.  We hope to come again.”  Jill & Paul. October 12

 

“Wishing we could stay more than one night.  Thank you for taking us in.  Wonderful spot and hosts. (and SUN!).”  Tom & Laurie. October 12

 

“A really comfortable stay with a warm welcome.  Thank you.”  Claire & Jonathan. October 12

 

“Had a wonderful visit - thank you both so much - will be back!”  Simon & Beverley. September 12

 

“A most comfortable and relaxing stay.  Thank you.”  Martin & Margaret. September 12

 

“Lovely to reconnect AND excellent accommodations!!.”  Anne. September 12

 

“What a pleasant stay.  Many thanks.”  Barbara & Geoffrey. September 12

 

“Thank you for your hospitality - everything first class.”  Jane & Philip. September 12

 

“Lovely view, breakfast & room.  Thanks.”  Marcel & Astrid. September 12

 

“We have enjoyed our stay here - lovely breakfasts and very comfortable room.”  Nick & Helen. August 12

 

“Another fab stay. Sorry to leave, but will return. Thank you again.”  Bev. August 12

 

“Thank you for a lovely visit.  Everything was great. Food, room.  we will return.”  Family D. August 12

 

“Thank you again for our stay in this haven of tranquility.  The weather was good and the home-cooked fare excellent as ever.”  Jane & David. August 12

 

Outstanding.  The best B&B we have stayed in during our many travels over the years.  The hosts have a special quality that makes the guests feel at home, warmly welcome, yet VIPs.  We will look back fondly at our stay & advertise you widely.  Many thanks.”  John & Beth. August 12

 

“It was great!  :)  .”  Family D. August 12

 

“It was amazing! So nice & welcoming, everything was great!  :)  I loved it here.”  Sabrina. August 12

 

“Enjoyed the peace & quiet and the wonderful views. Wonderful breakfast as well.”  Derek & Irene. July 12

 

“Thanks for a super couple of days.  Wish it had been longer.”  Evelyn. July 12

 

“Thank you for making me so much at home and so welcome.  A great experience.”  Gus. July 12

 

“Thank you so much for a really lovely time in your home.”  Hilary & David. July 12

 

“Deutschland sollte sich ein Beispiel an so einem wunderschönen und liebevoll gestaltetem Bed & Breakfast nehmen.  Einmalig.  Dankeschön.”  Katharina u. Axel. July 12

 

“We enjoyed staying in your beautiful house. Thanks.”  Eva & Peter. July 12

 

“Thank you for another lovely stay.  Beautiful house, room & surroundings.  Very friendly & welcoming.  Thank you  :)  .”  Ruth & Ruth. June 12

 

“Another lovely, comfortable and hospitable stay. Thank you again.”  John & Nuala. June 12

 

“Can't fault, a really brilliant home, must revisit - just sorry we didn't stay longer. Superb hospitality, we couldn't ask for more.”  David & Denzil. June 12

 

“Very enjoyable stay, with everything thought of! We will definitely visit again.”  Nigel & Ros. June 12

 

“The 'highlite' of our trip. So peaceful. Thank you so much.  all the best to you!”        Leona. June 12

 

“Beautiful.  Thank you.  Hope to have the opportunity to return to stay here & revisit Dad's area again.”  Roger & Donna. June 12

 

“What a joy to stay here. The comfort & style of our accommodation is superb.  Thank you for your hospitality *****”  Frank & Nora. June 12

 

“Very comfortable and enjoyable stay.  Back soon.  Thank you.”  John & Nuala. May 12

 

“A wonderful, relaxing stay. Beautiful house & delicious breakfast. Welcoming and incredibly hospitable hosts. Thank you.”  Rebecca. April 12

 

“A warm welcome started three days of great service, comfort and excellent hospitality.  V. V. highly recommended.”  Lyn & Mick. April 12

 

“Lovely home, very comfortable, nice & clean - great service provided.  Highly recommended.  Thank you.”  Nicola. April 12

 

“Beautiful home & rooms.  Great service. Very nice garden. Awesome view. Comfy beds  :)  . Quiet too!”  Jackie. April 12

 

“Melt in the mouth biscuits on arrival; lovely room & service.  what more could I ask for?”  Janet. April 12

 

“Excellent hospitality.  Wonderful stay.”  Mrs R. February 12

 

“Such a comfortable stay with you.  Many thanks.”  Mrs B. February 12

 

“Such a comfy bed! Gorgeous breakfast. Made to feel so welcome. Looking forward to returning.”  Deanne. February 12

 

“Accommodation excellent.  Great Breakfast.  Enjoyed our stay very much.”  Mr & Mrs L. February 12

 

“Excellent. Enjoyed it very much, in a friendly atmosphere. Thank you.” Eddie & Barbara. January 2012

 

“Exceptional! Absolutely faultless - the hospitality, the breakfast. We'll be back! Thank you.” Yvonne & Ian. December 2011

 

“Wonderful hospitality. Thank you.” A, S, G & J P. October 2011

 

“Very nice & relaxing time spent here - beautiful rooms - great breakfast - love to stay again.” Mr & Mrs T. October 2011

 

“Was welcomed politely into the gorgeous sitting room whilst awaiting some other guests. Very comfortable and relaxing.” Rob. October 2011

 

“A lovely overnight stay, very welcoming. Refreshments on arrival were much appreciated. Will come back again.” Shirley & Audrey. October 2011

 

“Very friendly and welcoming. A lovely spot and excellent accommodation. The perfect place to relax for a few days away.” Martin & Angela. September 2011

 

“Beautiful old house very welcoming and lovely breakfasts. Will be back.” Kath & Joe. September 2011

 

“Very welcoming again.” Rory & Wendy. September 2011

 

“Very much appreciated tea & biscuits on our arrival. Very comfortable bedroom & lovely breakfasts.” Tom & Iris. September 2011

 

“Lovely stay. V. relaxing. Super breakfast; felt very welcome.” Paul & Angela. August 2011

 

“Regret having such a short stay here. Everything is excellent. Many thanks.” Megan & Terry. August 2011

 

“Well worth the title of Best B&B in County Durham. always worth another visit. Many thanks.” Carl. August 2011

 

“A perfect place for a stop-over; a beautiful home with every possible comfort. Thank you.” Trish & Hayley. August 2011

 

“Once again, a very warm welcome was given. Lovely quiet room, fantastic breakfasts, an opportunity to relax & enjoy the amazing countryside, as well as meet up with old friends. Hope to see you again soon.” Joyce & David. July 2011

 

“Very welcome & hospitable. Food excellent, lovely relaxing stay. A joy throughout with stunning countryside and historic Durham.” Gethin & Jane. July 2011

 

“Thank you for the wonderful hospitality. Fantastic home and so grateful to have been able to experience this in Crook. Thanks, Jill & Rupert.” Paul & Mairi. July 2011

 

“Lovely comfortable rooms and excellent service. We hope to stay here again soon! ” Joachim u. Ilse. July 2011

 

“Thank you so much for your kindness - first class; would love to return again sometime.” Dave & Thelma. July 2011

 

“Excellent Accommodation. Made to feel welcome. Very enjoyable; thanks for the hospitality.” Brian & Judy. June 2011

 

“So happy to have found you! Could not imaging enjoying a brief stop-over more! ” Jennifer & Errol. June 2011

 

“Thank you for your welcome & hospitality. Beautiful setting & excellent accommodation & breakfasts. Lovely area for good walks.” Chris & Lynn. June 2011

 

“Our second visit - thank you for your hospitality and welcome - we will be back next year!" Christine & Richard. May 2011

 

“Wonderful hospitality as usual. We enjoyed our stay in this lovely part of England. Breakfast superb. Will return again.” Sue & Mike. May 2011

 

“Thank you for a fabulous stay, and some wonderful recommendations for dinners! Great hospitality!” Jackie & Alan. May 2011

 

“Lovely B&B with excellent service from Jill & Rupert. Green Room very comfortable & breakfasts great. Hope to return one day.” Bill & Betty. May 2011

 

“Thank you for welcoming us into your beautiful home. We did enjoy the concert in Durham Cathedral. We shall recommend you!” Ann & Gerald. May 2011

 

“Scrumptious breakfasts, beautiful house, excellent hosts!” The E family. April 2011

 

“Such wonderful hospitality & comfort. Thank you so much.” Caroline. April 2011

 

“First-class, best ever B&B. Polite & obliging proprietors made us very welcome over all our stay. Will be back.” Ivor & Mary. April 2011

 

“Jill & Rupert always welcome us so warmly into their lovely home that it's always a pleasure to stay. Breakfasts, well...!!.” Mike & Angela. April 2011

 

“Simply one of our best B&B experiences ever. Thank you so much, and we hope to stay again soon.” Paula & Philip. April 2011

 

“Enjoyed a wonderful night's sleep. Excellent all round. x.” Rita. March 2011

 

“Excellent accommodation, food and weather. Thank you for your hospitality.” Steve & Stephanie. March 2011

“Had a lovely, brief, stay. Very warm!” Mr L. March 2011

 

“A very pleasant stay' so relaxing and so quiet. Thank you so much for the hospitality.” The Cs. March 202011

 

“A generous welcome, beautiful house. Comfortable room, super breakfast - and such attention to detail. Thank you.” Hilary & Paul. January 2011

 

“Fantastic service in a beautiful house. It was lovely to be served tea in the sitting room as soon as we arrived. Wish we could stay longer.” Fraser & Emily. October 2010

 

“A very relaxing and enjoyable stay.” Ian & Catherine. October 2010

 

“Very friendly host. Clean & comfortable room overlooking Crook. Good night of sleep. Highly recommended” K.T. October 2010

 

“Very enjoyable stay! Everything one could wish for provided!” Alan & Linda. September 2010

 

“Excellent B&B: warm welcome, generous hospitality, & absolutely everything thought of. Thank you” Jenny & Malcolm. September 2010

 

“Wonderful location – thank you for a great stay & being so welcoming” Caroline & William. September 2010

 

“Thank you for making our first trip to the area very enjoyable, first class in every way. Hope you win competition – we will be back” Graham & Anne. September 2010

 

“Excellent stay, very comfortable accommodation. Thanks very much” Mark & Alison Gillings. September 2010

 

“Many thanks for making us so welcome. Excellent accommodation, food & attention. Thank you. Hope to be back” Richard & Christine. September 2010

 

“Thank you for sharing your home with us. For the style, the smiles and the extra miles. You make this place so special” Joyce & David. September 2010

“Many thanks for your warm hospitality & very comfortable bed. Wishing you all well for the future” Mr & Mrs S. August 2010

 

“Thank you for a very comfortable stay and a brilliant breakfast.” Ken & Alison. August 2010

 

“Thank you for another enjoyable stay” Mary. August 2010

“Thank you for a lovely comfortable stay” Elizabeth. August 2010

 

“Many thanks for your care and lovely hospitality. You have a beautiful home, which is super to share. Hope to see you again” Brian, Cherry, Bob & Sophie. August 2010

 

“We enjoyed the Green Room, the hospitality and the beauty of the area. Thank you for your attention to detail. Will recommend” Margaret & Graham. July 2010

 

“Thank you for an enjoyable stay in beautiful surroundings” Jayne. July 2010

 

“Excellent! Many thanks” Pamela. July 2010

 

“What beautiful rooms & lovely decorations. So quiet, so peaceful & so welcoming. Thank you” Linda & David. July 2010

 

“Lovely hospitality. Many thanks (see Ya)” Margaret. July 2010

 

“Glad we found you. Lovely place. Hope to return again.” O.S. July 2010

 

“Warm welcome, very comfortable room with lovely views, good breakfast. Thank you” Susan & Trevor. July 2010

 

“Warm welcome & lovely surroundings” Chris & Joelle. July 2010

 

“Great place to stay. Welcoming, great food, Lovely views. Will come again” Barrie & Ann. June 2010

 

“Lovely relaxing stay. Hosts great, breakfasts great, house quiet – would come again. Thank you” Tony & Brenda. June 2010

 

“Lovely comfortable house and warm welcome on a grey & grizzly day. Thank you” Rob, Nancy & Iain. June 2010

 

“Thank you very much for the comfortable room, the warm reception and the delicious breakfasts. We had a wonderful stay!” Randal & Wendy. May 2010

 

“(Mother & daughter) Wonderful stay. Really relaxing. Really comfortable. Fantastic breakfasts. Warm Welcome. Thank you” Dawn & Vhristine. May 2010

 

“A warm welcome and every comfort. Perfection” Ian & Pat. May 2010

 

“Wonderful B&B. Lovely hosts and a very warm welcome. Many thanks & see you again” Ray & Trish. April 2010

 

“We (plus 2 dogs) were made very welcome” Rupert & Elizabeth. April 2010

 

“Made very welcome and would love to visit again. Many thanks” Dot & Ian. March 2010

 

“Welcoming & comfortable in a stunning part of the country” Keith. March 2010

 

“Coming, as we always do, in winter, we couldn’t be anywhere nicer – warm & comfortable. Thank you both” Gwynfa & June. March 2010

 

“As Ever. Very Good. Will be back ” Maureen & Norman. February 2010