Pet Friendly Cottages Northumberland

Quietly hidden away in the grounds of the owner’s home, The Coach House offers privacy, peace and relaxation in the most fabulous of surroundings. This beautiful, detached home with a private, enclosed garden, plenty of parking and a separate garden room looking out over the lawn, making the perfect destination for families, couples and friends that like to holiday together. Just a short walk from Riding Mill and only a little over 3 miles from Corbridge, guests will find themselves nestled away in this peaceful haven, yet only a few minutes away from excellent facilities and places to visit and explore.
The pretty village of Corbridge is a popular destination for guests wanting to enjoy a leisurely walk or cycle along the River Tyne which flows through the heart of the village and out towards the Tyne Valley and Hadrian’s Wall country. There are numerous places to eat, drink and enjoy the local hospitality as well as the annual Corbridge Festival which offers music, street artists, street theatre, festival stalls and a popular beer tent serving local beer, ales and cider. The historic market town of Hexham lies just 10 miles away and offers a theatre, swimming pool, leisure centre, race course and golf course, as well as many historic attractions including Hexham Old Gaol and Hexham Abbey, making this the perfect destination for guests of all ages to explore and enjoy. Tanfield Steam Railway also holds a great appeal to families of all ages and lies just 10 miles away, as well as bustling Newcastle upon Tyne which offers The Sage, The Centre for Life and the Millennium Bridge as well as an abundance of high street shops and designer boutiques. For guests who enjoy walking or cycling this is also the perfect opportunity to visit Hadrian’s Wall and explore one of the many Roman settlements and forts. 2000 years have passed since the Emperor Hadrian gave his orders to his army to start work on the 84-mile long wall. 73 miles of this wall still snake across the ragged countryside of Northumberland and are some of the best preserved sections. Popular stops along the way include the world famous Vindolanda, Chesters Fort and Housesteads. The pretty villages and towns of Allendale, Haydon Bridge and Bardon Mill are also great destinations for a spot of lunch or a home cooked supper. The scenic beauty of Northumberland is without rival and boasts open countryside, rugged hills and unspoilt woodland. There is also the fabulous Northumbrian coastline to explore and guests really should take this opportunity to enjoy a day trip to one of the many well-kept beaches including Seahouses, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Lindisfarne and Bamburgh which are all reachable within an hour and a half drive.
The Coach House itself offers excellent quality accommodation throughout. Perfect for guests wanting to get together with extended family or enjoy a family celebration, there is a large living room with wooden floors, high ceilings and a wood burner. The kitchen/dining room is spacious and well-finished with bespoke, solid wood units and work surface, as well as a range cooker and modern appliances. The garden room is separate from the main house and is the ideal place to hold a celebratory meal as it houses a large dining table, comfortable sofa and its own wood burner. The ground floor bedroom is ideal for any less mobile guests and has its own en-suite shower room too. On the first floor guests will find a stunning master bedroom with high ceilings and plenty of space. There is the added luxury of a double ended, free standing copper bath tub that dominates the room and gives guests the opportunity to really indulge and enjoy their holiday. There is also a second double bedroom on the first floor as well as a family bathroom. With ample parking and outdoor space, guests will find The Coach House has plenty to offer to guests of all ages and at any time of year. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Within easy access of the Northumberland coast, Etive Cottage is a charming, detached, single-storey holiday cottage with an enclosed garden area especially designed for pets. “Give your dogs the holiday they deserve” is the owner’s motto, and up to four well-behaved dogs are more than welcome at Etive. Set behind electric gates and with secure off-street parking, this property is located by the A1 which will take you northwards to the historic town of Berwick and beyond or southwards to historic Alnwick and its pretty neighbouring villages. Whilst the border-town of Berwick is known as ‘the last town in England’, Alnwick is famous for its ancient castles, gardens and cobbled streets. This part of the country draws visitors from around the world to savour its natural landscape and enjoy some of the many local outdoor activities available in the area. Historic locations also feature prominently as both Bamburgh Castle and Lindisfarne’s Holy Island are close by. Nature lovers will want to head out for the Farne Islands (accessible by seasonal boat-trip from the village of Seahouses) to see the colourful puffin colonies. Beach 9½ miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

This stone built, semi-detached holiday bungalow sits within a cul-de-sac, only a few minutes walk from the centre of this seaside village. Seahouses has wide appeal for all age groups with its golden beach, fish and chip shops, cafes, gift shops and a working harbour where trips to the Farne Islands are a must. Holy Island, further up the coast, can be reached via the causeway and makes a great day out. Visit the historic town of Alnwick, 12 miles, and visit the castle as seen in the Harry Potter films. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Westvew Cottage is a traditional stone built, end terraced cottage in a quiet lane in North Sunderland, located on the fringe of the popular fishing village of Seahouses. The open plan living space boasts the friendly comfort of a wood burner, making this charming cottage a suitable choice regardless of the season. The bright and airy conservatory at the rear of the property overlooks the pretty patio garden. There is also a double bedroom on the ground floor with a bathroom, newly fitted in November 2020, adjacent. There are two further bedrooms on the first floor; one twin and one single, along with the added convenience of a separate toilet. Westview Cottage offers an excellent base from which to explore the Northumberland Heritage Coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Seahouses offers a wide variety of facilities including tearooms, restaurants, pubs and shops around a mile from the cottage. Boat trips to the Farne Islands run from the nearby harbour - the islands are famous for their nesting sea birds and grey seal colonies. Horse riding is available on the cusp of the village and there is an impressive golf course on the links close by. The picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its dramatic fortress, is only 2 miles north, with its wide expanse of golden, and often empty, sandy beaches and where the tidal island of Lindisfarne, locally known as Holy Island and the birth place of Christianity, can be viewed. A further 2 miles up the coastline brings you to Warren Mill, which is steeped in history. Once an important port, its harbour has long since disappeared, silted up beneath the sands of the estuary. Budle Bay is a bird sanctuary and at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is the home to countless thousands of sea and land birds making this location a haven for bird watchers. The market town of Alnwick, with its own castle offers many facilities a few miles inland. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe! Beach 1 mile. Shop and pub 1 mile, restaurant 700 yards.

This semi-detached, dormer style bungalow occupies a pleasant position on the cusp of the traditional seaside village of Seahouses, which offers a wide array of tearooms, restaurants, pubs and shops. Boat trips run from the nearby harbour to the Farne Islands, famous for their nesting seabirds and grey seal colonies. The picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its dramatic fortress, is only 2 miles north with its wide expanse of golden, and often empty sandy beaches, and where the tidal island of Lindisfarne can be viewed, locally known as Holy Island. A further 2 miles up the coastline brings you to Waren Mill, which is steeped in history. Once an important port, its harbour has long since disappeared, silted up beneath the sands of the estuary.
Budle Bay is a bird sanctuary and at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is home to countless thousands of sea and land birds, making this location a haven for bird watchers. The market town of Alnwick, with its castle, offers many facilities a few miles inland. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascade waterfall and a restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe. Lottie’s Place offers an excellent base from which to explore the Heritage coastline, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Horse riding is available only 200 yards away, and there’s an impressive golf course on the links close by.

Set in the small, picturesque village of Rock, The Old Workshop has been fully converted to create a single-storey holiday cottage. Built in 1856, this property comprises a spacious open-plan living area with large French windows leading onto the patio, linked to the stylish dining kitchen area. Guests are welcome to use the culinary herbs at the front of the cottage for cooking during their stay. There is solid oak flooring throughout the property. The small entrance hall links to the spacious bedroom which has large built-in wardrobes, and there is an outside boot and wellie rack.

The Old Workshop forms part of the Rock village estate and is well placed for easy visits to the stunning Northumbrian coastline and fabulous local countryside walks. The village has a well-marked trail past the ancient church. The golden beaches of Newton-by-the-Sea and Embleton are less than 5 miles away. Combine a fabulous coastal walk to Dunstanburgh Castle and back with lunch overlooking the sea in the quaint fishing village of Craster, world famous for its smoked kippers and salmon. Golfers are spoilt for choice being within easy reach of many first-class coastal courses. Inland, the Northumberland National Park is a stunning area of natural beauty, a magnet for cyclists, bird watchers and anglers. The market town of Alnwick, five miles away, is famous for its castle, featured in Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, and the splendid gardens with the famous treehouse restaurant. To the north lies the busy town of Seahouses and the Farne Islands.

Farne Cottage is a restored, single storey cottage situated less than 100 yards from the harbour of the popular fishing village of Seahouses. This quintessential seaside property provides superb self-catering holiday accommodation for families and couples alike. The accommodation is extremely well presented throughout with much thought, care and attention to the finer details, and is in a convenient location. With solid oak wood flooring throughout, the living area focuses on a charming wood burning stove, idyllic to gaze and watch the flames dance after a day exploring the wonderful seashore close by. The stylish dining kitchen is contemporary and well-equipped. Both double bedrooms have wall-mounted TVs and are immaculately presented.

Seahouses is a traditional seaside village with a wide array of facilities a mere gentle stroll from Farne Cottage. Enjoy wandering around the harbour and watch the trawlers return with their daily catch. Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony, and try your luck at fishing. Or enjoy a round of golf on the links golf course and admire the spectacular views across the sweeping coastline, north to Bamburgh, south to Beadnell and out to sea towards the Farne Islands on the horizon. There are several shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants within this friendly village, and horse riding can be arranged on its outskirts. Only a couple of miles north of Farne Cottage is the picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its dramatic fortress, which commands the power and presence of the seasoned film set it regularly becomes, and where the Grace Darling Museum is worth a visit.
The wide expanse of golden and often empty sandy beaches this region is renowned for, is perfect for a romantic stroll to feel the sand between your toes and watch the waves lap against the shoreline. The tidal island of Lindisfarne, locally known as Holy Island and the birthplace of Christianity, can be viewed from here too. A little further north is the bird sanctuary at Budle Bay, and at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is the home to countless thousands of sea and land birds making this location a haven for bird watchers. The sweep of golden sands at Beadnell Bay is popular with water sport enthusiasts, only two miles to the south. The elegant Georgian town of Berwick, which straddles the salmon-rich river Tweed, is 17 miles north and the historic market town of Alnwick, 12 miles inland, with its own magnificent castle, offers many facilities. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascading waterfall, and restaurant set within the largest tree house in Europe. Farne Cottage is an excellent choice for those seeking a stylish coastal retreat within the popular holiday destination of Seahouses and makes an excellent base to explore the twenty miles of Heritage coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Glendale Cottage (ref W43490) and Glendale Mews (ref W43489) are the ideal spot for a relaxing and peaceful holiday in beautiful natural surroundings. There is an indoor, heated swimming pool which guests can hire for private use (at cost), and also the use of over 11 acres of natural woodland and grounds that form part of this beautiful location. The owners live on-site in the original period farmhouse, accessed via a driveway lined with rhododendrons through a small dense wood. There is a small wooded picnic and play area with a log cabin function room and a large charcoal BBQ, as well as another wooded area accommodating hens and a natural pond. There is access to a public footpath from the properties.
Located on the southern edge of the Northumberland National Park and inside the International Dark Skies Park, Glendale is easily found on the B6318 just north of Haltwhistle.
Perfect for guests who enjoy walking, rambling or cycling, these properties are within walking distance of Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site, and are situated centrally between Walltown Craggs and Cawfield’s picnic area, two of the most picturesque views along the wall. Just a little further along are the Roman remains and museums of Vindolanda and Housesteads as well as Steel Rigg, Sycamore Gap and the Visitor Centre at Once Brewed (The Sill), which offers charging, points for electric vehicles.
Many other activities are available locally, including birdwatching, horse riding, tennis, golf, fishing and open air swimming. Glendale is perfectly placed for easy access to many other historical Roman sites, forts and temples, the National Nature Reserves of Muckle Moss and Greenlee Lough, and the spectacular Kielder Forest and Reservoir offering a variety of sailing and water sports. Northumberland is a county of wild open spaces, unspoilt and breathtaking.
For those guests wishing to explore further afield, within an hour’s drive there is Carlisle, Gateway to Scotland and the Lake District, the historic town of Hexham, and fabulous shopping at the Metrocentre, Gateshead, as well as Newcastle city with its regenerated riverside, shopping, theatres and nightlife.
A pick up and drop off service is available from the rail station, and to or from Cawfields or the Roman Army Museum. Local shops, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

A cosy and peaceful property for a family or couples wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle, whilst retaining the convenience of the nearby A69 for exploring the area. This detached holiday home stands in a stunning location, with wonderful views of the Tyne Valley and North Cumbrian fells. Set in the Northumbrian National Park, the location is excellent for exploring the spectacular scenery of the north of England, the Scottish borderland, and the Lake District, which is just an hour away. The cottage is ideally placed for visiting the Roman forts along the World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall, including Housesteads and Vindolanda, or Chesters where you can explore how the Romans lived. After you have finished donning your toga and training to be a centurion, you can retire to modern day comfort of Hadrian’s Garden Villa, relax in front of the wood burner and look out over the beautiful views in the open plan living space with decorative oak plank flooring. As night draws in, it is worth stepping outside onto the south-facing patio, surrounded by planting and including views over the valley, to enjoy the non-light polluted dark skies and be stunned by all the stars. Complete with plenty of seating and a summerhouse.

There is a number of good golf courses within easy reach, including Hexham, which is described as one of the finest in the north of England, and Brampton which is the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Cumbria. There is storage for your bike at the property, so you can make the most of the local rugged landscapes. The landscape is equally good on foot, or to walk your dog, why not take a wander to Sycamore Gap and see the most photographed, iconic tree from the movie ‘Robin Hood’? On the way back, grab a pint or something to eat at the local inn.

Nearby towns include Hexham, a popular, historic market town which boasts a stunning abbey, the oldest gaol in the country, and an abundance of shops, restaurants and pubs. In addition, why not visit the beautiful Roman town of Corbridge or its fort, browse its boutique shops, art galleries and antique shops, or take a stroll along the river. Also within easy reach is Haltwhistle, the ‘Geographic Centre of Britain’, which has a sports centre and outdoor heated swimming pools, and Burn Gorge. Henshaw, ½ mile, and Hexham, 10 miles. Garage/shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Eider Cottage has uninterrupted views across open fields with the sea as a backdrop from the patio windows and outside seating area. Set near the entrance of a small, quiet cul de sac within the picturesque coastal village of Embleton, this compact, self catering holiday bungalow is extremely well placed for a peaceful seaside retreat. The open plan living area has patio doors opening out onto the garden, maximising the amazing views. A lane close to the cottage leads directly to the golden sands of Embleton bay; idyllic for an evening stroll and listening to the waves lapping gently against the seashore. Local facilities are a gentle stroll from Eider Cottage and include a post office/shop, pubs serving good food, a church, golf club and an excellent children’s play park. This ideally located holiday home offers a superb base in which to explore this magnificent Heritage shoreline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby is Craster, famous for its smoked kippers and glorious walks along the cliff top to Dunstanburgh Castle should not be missed. Seahouses, a bustling little seaside town, has boat trips to the Farne Islands, ample fish and chip shops and a working harbour. Only a few miles from Alnwick with its famous castle used in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey.