The Fir Tree Country Hotel

Hotels
9 (727 reviews)
The Grove Fir Tree , Fir Tree , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Room heating issues
Damp smell in bathroom

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Rooms were clean and well-appointed, but some reviews mentioned dampness and a smell in the bathroom.
Service
9.43
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.47
Hotel is ideally situated for visiting the area, with several positive mentions regarding its location.
Room Quality
8.42
Comments regarding room size and heating issues pointed to room quality needing improvement.
Amenities
8.95
Hotel amenities were generally good, though some areas like parking could use an update.
Value for Money
8.41
Several reviews felt that the price did not match the experience, indicating a lower value perception.
Food and Beverage
9.46
Food quality received high praise, especially for breakfast and dinner offerings.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall experiences were generally very positive, with many repeat guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 11:00

Property Description

Luxurious Countryside Retreat

Nestled in the serene surroundings of Fir Tree, The Fir Tree Country Hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and relaxation.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities

Indulge in our well-appointed guest rooms featuring a kettle, desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom.

Delightful Dining and Leisure Activities

Savor delicious British cuisine at the on-site restaurant and start your day with a hearty breakfast. Enjoy activities like playing darts and cycling in the picturesque area.

Ready to experience a tranquil countryside getaway? Book your stay at The Fir Tree Country Hotel now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 727 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 9.46
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Graeme • couple • gb
7
Nice convenient location with a good restaurant but a bit compact if we’d been staying longer.
Pros:

The property is ideally located for us to break our journey on the way home. Despite it being very close to the main road it was surprisingly quiet. Lovely breakfast.

Cons:

The bedroom was very compact with the bathroom similarly sized.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Carl • couple • gb
10
Pros:

This was a special occasion for myself and partner they went above and beyond to make it even more memorable great service

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Iain • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Iàn Glassey • couple • gb
9
Excellent stay, great food and great value for money. I would have no hesitation in staying again in
Pros:

My wife and I were delighted with the quality and standard of the food at the Fir Tree. the food was plentiful, well presented and extremely good value for money.
The room was more than adequate for a weekend stay and had all the amenities one requires.
The staff were efficient and very pleasant..

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Tim Rice • solo_traveller • gb
8
Excellent overnighter to get me fresh to my destination the next day.
Pros:

Good, friendly welcome, and good food. A safe area to park the motorcycle (someone put a dent in the car last time I stayed - what damage could have happened to the bike?)

Cons:

Some of the ot holes in the car park need some attention - a car would have little problem, but on two wheels.....

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
6
Nice staff , food terrible , clean room shame at 6am you can hear the kitchen staff
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Hearing the kitchen staff at 6 the rooms are opposite the kitchen

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely place with friendly helpful staff. We had a lovely breakfast and evening meal. Room clean and comfortable.

Cons:

The fire alarm that went off at 3.30, nothing untowards but maybe alarm very sensitive, but really a good thing.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • gb
10
See you next year.
Pros:

Your breakfast staff,Aly and George went above and beyond,as the breakfast menu has reduced,every year my husband always had kippers,but Aly true to her word went out in her own time and bought them and George cooked them on Saturday morning.very much appreciated.

Cons:

It’s very hard to get hot food on a Sunday night.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Bethan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very dog friendly, beautiful location, lovely decor, and absolutely delicious food
Pros:

Our second time staying, and we love coming here. A great way to break up our annual trip to Scotland from Devon. I was over the moon that they allowed 3 dogs this time, as opposed to just the two from our last visit. A lot of places have a dog limit. The room layout is fantastic as a dog owner, due to the motel style, you’re outside as soon as you open the door, which is ideal for doggy toilet breaks (nothing quite like the walk of shame through a hotel with pjs and bed hair to take the dogs out first thing). Next to the car park is a nice spacious field with a dog bin. The food is always delicious, one of my highlights. And I love the decor and location of the hotel as well. A nice peaceful area. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Also love the dog bowls with a biscuit and blanket in the room upon arrival.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • gb
8
It was a nice place, but the dogs out me off
Pros:

Not far from where we needed to be

Cons:

Very noisy, dogs barking from early morning

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Teasdale • solo_traveller • gb
9
A very nice place and friendly staff, hope to return
Pros:

The room was very clean and simple with spotless bathroom and the full English breakfast was worth getting up for.
I wasn't expecting the "motel" style access straight from the car park but I actually think this is quite good.

Cons:

The bathroom was a little compact but perfectly OK for one person.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Philippa • family_with_children • gb
1
Avoid!
Pros:

The breakfast was good. The staff their are doing there best in difficult surroundings

Cons:

Rooms smelled damp/musty. Like damp dog mixed with cat pee. The carpets were damp. We watched the cleaners spraying the carpets after cleaning one room. What with we don’t know but it’s either to cover up or it was causing the odour. One room was particularly bad. Staff agreed and moved that family member. Later management claimed it was a paint smell as the room had been refurbed. The toilet in the new room leaked. They say it didn’t. There was no hot water to basins. They said it was linked to electric and we must have had the showers on at the same time. We didn’t. They said we should have told them but it was 11 o clock at night. Awful experience and only compensation offered was money off another stay!

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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elzbieta • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, great breakfast

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
9
Had a very welcoming and comfortable stay. Staff were very helpful. Evening meal of roast Weardale lamb was delicious an
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Nicki • solo_traveller • gb
8
Quick visit
Pros:

Friendly welcome, clean room, lovely breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
9
Would stay again if in the area
Pros:

Lovely clean comfortable room with good selection of tea and coffee making facilities Full English breakfast was fantastic

Cons:

Nothing although it would have been handy if kitchen was open a little later. Couldn’t get any food at 7:50pm when we returned after our day out

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Pamandgok • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very comfortable and friendly, lovely place to stay

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • extended_group • gb
9
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • gb
5
Disappointing as no solutions offered
Pros:

Free parking

Cons:

Very unhelpful staff as could only stay one night , no refund offered . Bar area tired and did not look clean

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • gb
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee