Find self catering and cottages with easy walking access in Northumberland

Knowehead, Slaggyford, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Slaggyford sleeps 10.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: This stunningly situated, renovated farmhouse stands in an elevated position enjoying spectacular views down the South Tyne Valley. It is stylishly presented and has a lovely, welcoming ambiance. It is ideal for families or groups of friends looking for a smart, peaceful rural retreat to unwind and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Also at the same location, Snope Cottage ref MUT can be booked, which is a smaller detached cottage. Set within 80 acres of picturesque, private farmland, visitors are free to roam at their will, and there are 5 miles of top class salmon fishing available on request. Access is up a delightful ½-mile private road which winds through 20 acres of beautiful woodland, home to a stunning waterfall, lovely river bank and woodland walks and a wealth of wild life. The property stands on the Cumbrian/Northumbrian border in the North Pennines, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and an UNESCO European and Global Geopark. This is one of England’s most special places and there is much to discover - a stunning landscape of open heather moors and peatlands, attractive dales and hay meadows, tumbling upland rivers, wonderful woods, welcoming communities, intriguing imprints of a mining and industrial past and an abundance of distinctive birds, animals and plants. The Heritage site of Hadrian’s Wall is nearby. Alston, the highest market town in England with galleries, cafes, pubs and steam railway, is 7 miles. The Lake District and Scottish Borderland are within 30 miles and the cities of Carlisle, Newcastle and Edinburgh will make an interesting day out. Shop 7 miles, good pub serving food, 1 mile.

Living room with open fire. Two steps to large dining room. Spacious well-equipped beamed farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room. Utility. Boot room with ladder steps to mezzanine gallery. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 7ft bed, TV and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft bed. Further double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with roll-top bath and toilet.

Wandylaw Barns - Old Stone, Wandylaw, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Wandylaw sleeps 8.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Set in a peaceful location close to the Northumbrian Heritage Coast with some beautiful views across to Bamburgh, Holy Island and the magnificent coastline

In a small exclusive setting these holiday homes, built in 2009, offer contemporary interiors in traditional buildings with spacious surroundings that are tastefully elegant and sure to delight all age groups. Only approximately ½ mile from the A1, but completely out of sight from all the properties and just 6 miles from Belford, a charming little village with full amenities, and just 9 miles from the historic town of Alnwick, Northumberland’s ducal town, with cobbled character streets, weekly market, Playhouse theatre, enchanting water gardens, with a unique dining experience at the Treehouse, and the majestic medieval castle used in Harry Potter. Bamburgh, with its fine fortress towering over the village, is a short drive with a beautiful much photographed golden sandy beach making a spectacular setting for picnics and days by the sea. Nearby Seahouses, famous for its fine fish and chips and friendly seaside atmosphere, has a small working fishing harbour where boat trips can be taken to The Farne Islands to visit the seals and puffins, or Craster famous for smoked kippers with its beautiful walk to Dunstanburgh Castle. The cross border battles resulted in this region having more castles than any other in England, most open all year round. No trip to Northumberland is complete without first checking the tides to cross over the causeway to Lindisfarne, known as Holy Island, a true island of calm where St Aidan established England’s first Christian community. Ideally located to explore the whole county peppered with small friendly villages, vast golden unspoilt beaches where visitors can breathe in the salty air and feel the sand beneath their toes and miles of unspoilt coastline in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are magnificent golf courses, hills and valleys allowing for relaxing strolls amongst the panoramic countryside. Walkers and cyclists will be spoilt for choice in this lovely countryside close to the coast with a country feel. This small exclusive development will delight even the most discerning visitor and is an ideal base, perfectly located to tour this friendly unspoilt county, reputedly the ‘friendliest county in England’. Shops and pub 3 miles.

Bankhouse Farm Cottages - Nursery Cottage, Guyzance, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Guyzance sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: These twelve charming holiday cottages (MQO, P, Q, R, S & T, MRJ, MRK, MTA, MVK, MVL and MVM) are set in a beautiful small development of traditional farmhouse and barn conversions close to the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near the Northumbrian Heritage Coastline. Set in some 35 acres of peaceful and tranquil surroundings, the grounds are a mix of woodland with wildlife in abundance, courtyards, lawns and a traditional theme of Northumbrian Heritage throughout.
Guyzance dates back to 1242 and is a small hamlet located south east of Alnwick on the River Coquet amidst picturesque open countryside, yet close to all the main visitor attractions in the county. Warkworth is only 3 miles away with its hillside castle, charming small shops, pubs and river walks, while Amble, 5 miles, is a very friendly fishing port with a bustling working harbour and a new marina. Boat trips can be taken to the nearby RSPB reserve at Coquet Island. Alnwick with its mighty medieval fortress of Alnwick Castle - one of the finest in Europe and stage set for Harry Potter and Braveheart - is set in stunning landscape. The cottages offer fittings of a very good standard and the décor is tasteful throughout each one. Each cottage is different yet each has its own sitting-out area with a barbecue to relax in after a day exploring the beautiful unspoilt coastline and areas surrounding this skilfully designed and tasteful setting. Newcastle city centre with its fine galleries, Centre of Life, Sage Centre, theatres and regenerated quayside area is only 30 miles away. The Metro Centre is only 30 miles distant. Shops and pubs 3 miles.

Friarystone Cottage, Bamburgh, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Bamburgh sleeps 6.

Features include: • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: This spacious, detached single-storey holiday property has a large garden overlooking open fields. It lies just a short walk from the heart of Bamburgh - with its imposing castle overlooking miles of sandy beaches - and makes a wonderful base from which to explore the Heritage coastline. Nearby Seahouses, with its selection of shops and working harbour, offers boat trips (in season) to the Farne Islands - a wildlife sanctuary owned by the NT. The medieval market town of Alnwick is a short drive inland with its castle (featured in Harry Potter films), famous water gardens and one of the largest tree houses in the world. A little further away is the Northumberland National Park with many walks and attractive villages. Shops 1/4 mile.

Living room with electric ‘coal-effect’ fire. Kitchen/dining room with sea views, views across open fields and glass partition doors to sun room. Utility with drying closet. Two double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room and toilet with views over open fields. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Separate toilet.

Island View, Budle Bay, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Budle Bay sleeps 6.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: With uninterrupted views over Budle Bay to Holy Island, this detached, converted barn is situated on Northumberland’s highly desirable Heritage coast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With enclosed lawned gardens of circa half an acre it is the perfect location to sit and relax, whilst admiring the stunning scenery. This unique property offers spacious holiday accommodation with original vaulted beamed rooms, wood-burning stove and hand crafted kitchen. It is ideally located to explore this beautiful unspoilt county peppered with small friendly villages, fishing harbours, hills and valleys.
Bamburgh Castle is a magnificent sight, set high above the beach it towers over the small village Bamburgh. It is only a few minutes’ drive away, and visitors can enjoy refreshment in one of the quaint inns and tea rooms and also browse around the Grace Darling Museum. Three miles to the south lies the seaside village of Seahouses which is the embarkation point for boat trips to the Farne Islands where the colonies of Grey Seals and migrating birds can be seen. The whole area is famous for its many castles, golf courses and stately homes. Half an hours drive to the south lies Alnwick castle (famous as the backdrop for the Harry Potter and Braveheart films) and its enchanting water gardens and tree house. Inland, the Cheviots with wooded valleys and open moorland are ideal for exploration by walkers, cyclists and motorists. Holy Island a short drive away is one of the oldest sites of Christianity in Britain. Berwick-upon-Tweed with its ancient walls is a 30-minute drive north, while Newcastle with its regenerated quayside, fine shops and theatre is around 1 hour away. Shops, pubs and restaurants 1½ miles.

Living room with wood-burning stove. Farmhouse-style kitchen with Belfast sink, granite worktops, tiled floor and dining area. Double bedroom with Amtico floor and French door to garden. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower attachment, and toilet. Beamed throughout.

Calf Close, Ridsdale, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Ridsdale sleeps 6.

Features include: • Pets allowed • Fishing nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Calf Close is the ideal retreat for those seeking total seclusion and relaxation. Surrounded entirely by the owner’s own farmland, the holiday property is approached by moorland roads where some of the most stunning scenery can be seen. Within easy reach are the many Roman sites for which this area is renowned. Bellingham (full range of shops) is 6 miles away, Kielder Water, Corbridge and Hexham close by. A little further afield are Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Holy Island and the Farne Islands. Fishing is available (by arrangement with the owners) and golf nearby. Shops 6 miles, pub 2 miles.

Step to entrance. Spacious living room with wood-burning stove. Spacious farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room. Three beamed bedrooms; one double with vanity unit, one twin with vanity unit and one bunk (suitable for children only). Bathroom with toilet.

Wandylaw Barns - The Coach House, Wandylaw, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Wandylaw sleeps 10.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Set in a peaceful location close to the Northumbrian Heritage Coast with some beautiful views across to Bamburgh, Holy Island and the magnificent coastline

In a small exclusive setting these holiday homes, built in 2009, offer contemporary interiors in traditional buildings with spacious surroundings that are tastefully elegant and sure to delight all age groups. Only approximately ½ mile from the A1, but completely out of sight from all the properties and just 6 miles from Belford, a charming little village with full amenities, and just 9 miles from the historic town of Alnwick, Northumberland’s ducal town, with cobbled character streets, weekly market, Playhouse theatre, enchanting water gardens, with a unique dining experience at the Treehouse, and the majestic medieval castle used in Harry Potter. Bamburgh, with its fine fortress towering over the village, is a short drive with a beautiful much photographed golden sandy beach making a spectacular setting for picnics and days by the sea. Nearby Seahouses, famous for its fine fish and chips and friendly seaside atmosphere, has a small working fishing harbour where boat trips can be taken to The Farne Islands to visit the seals and puffins, or Craster famous for smoked kippers with its beautiful walk to Dunstanburgh Castle. The cross border battles resulted in this region having more castles than any other in England, most open all year round. No trip to Northumberland is complete without first checking the tides to cross over the causeway to Lindisfarne, known as Holy Island, a true island of calm where St Aidan established England’s first Christian community. Ideally located to explore the whole county peppered with small friendly villages, vast golden unspoilt beaches where visitors can breathe in the salty air and feel the sand beneath their toes and miles of unspoilt coastline in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are magnificent golf courses, hills and valleys allowing for relaxing strolls amongst the panoramic countryside. Walkers and cyclists will be spoilt for choice in this lovely countryside close to the coast with a country feel. This small exclusive development will delight even the most discerning visitor and is an ideal base, perfectly located to tour this friendly unspoilt county, reputedly the ‘friendliest county in England’. Shops and pub 3 miles.

Tide View, Lesbury, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Lesbury sleeps 12.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Games Room • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Aptly named, this magnificent property offers spacious accommodation of a very high standard, and lies just a few minutes from a beautiful beach in one of Northumberland’s most attractive villages. Refurbished with great flair, original features such as vaulted ceilings and fireplaces are complemented by tasteful soft furnishings – enhancing each room whilst conferring individuality – and views towards the River Aln can be savoured from the first floor bedrooms, where the river flows into the sea behind the picturesque coastal town of Alnmouth. Adorning the beautiful Victorian-style cottage garden, fragrant roses and other traditional English blooms vie for admiration, and for wonderful al fresco dining, a lawned area with patio and barbecue to the side of the house make for lingering memories. An ideal venue for family gatherings, the property also boasts a games room and separate annexe within the grounds, where useful extended accommodation is provided for two to four people.
Within a few minutes’ walk, an excellent village pub offers a pleasant retreat in the evenings, whilst for golfers, Foxton Golf Club (1½ miles) claims to be Northumberland’s finest. Beadnell offers sailing and diving, Seahouses, diving and sea fishing, whilst Alnwick (5 miles) boasts an enchanting castle (setting for Harry Potter films) and contemporary water garden with cascading waterfalls and landscaped grounds. Endowed with many other castles, the area offers many interesting days out, with Dunstanburgh Castle and Bamburgh Castle also nearby. Shop 250 yards.

Spacious living/dining room with flatscreen TV and French doors to patio - combining comfort of stylish settees centred on a ‘sit-in’ inglenook with wood-burning stove, with magnificent dining area with oak floor and bespoke furniture. Separate sitting room with ornamental Regency hob grate feature fireplace and TV and video/DVD. Well-equipped Shaker-style kitchen with range, breakfast bar, vaulted ceiling, Velux windows, glazed external wall and tiled floor. Double bedroom with ornamental fireplace. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms; one with 5ft bed, TV, video and en-suite bathroom with toilet. Two twin bedrooms. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. External games room. Separate annexe: Three steps down to living room with sofa-bed (for +2) and compact kitchen area with m/wave and fridge. Large double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Vaulted ceilings throughout annexe.