Rent Find self catering and cottages with easy walking access in North East England

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.

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.

Killerby Old Hall - Dovecot, Cayton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899

Self catering accommodation in Cayton sleeps 5.

Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Character cottages surrounded by 40 acres of open countryside in the ancient manor grounds of this listed Old Hall, on the beautiful North Yorkshire Coast...

Situated within substantial grounds, Killerby Old Hall and its cottages are ideal for a countryside holiday whilst being less than 2 miles from the sandy beach of Cayton Bay. Guests can explore the nature reserve and lake area, walk the open fields spotting deer, rabbits, pheasants and other wildlife, or relax in the indoor heated swimming pool. The original manor house was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1087. The accommodation ranges from the Old Hall sleeping up to 11 in period splendour, with its own imposing front lawns and side garden, through to the cosy Crow’s Nest for 2 persons, nestling in the courtyard with a patio overlooking the orchard. Yard End House is an attractive barn conversion offering spacious accommodation for up to 12, including a double bedroom on the ground floor and a private sauna, with the remaining cottages converted from the original stables. All guests can enjoy the indoor heated swimming pool plus a shared games room with pool table, darts and table tennis. Within the grounds is a playing field, orchards, a lake and small woodland walks to enjoy.
Killerby Old Hall is situated between the coastal resorts of Scarborough and Filey on part of Britain’s Heritage Coast. Central, with the North Yorkshire Moors of ‘Heartbeat Country’ to the North and the Yorkshire Wolds to the West, which are both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Killerby is within easy range of many popular locations. These include Whitby, quaint Robin Hoods Bay, a former smugglers haunt, Castle Howard, the market towns of Helmsley and Pickering, the starting point for the North York Moors railway, plus the famous twin bays and castle of Scarborough. For the more adventurous Flamingo Land, the popular theme park can be visited or the Langdale forest experience, 4x4 and off road driving, is within a 30-minute drive. Cayton is just a 500 yard stroll away with its two pubs, post office and shops; full amenities in Scarborough are 4½ miles, making Killerby a perfect location to enjoy the rural life without being too remote. Village shops ¼ mile.

Westfield Granary, Malton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1300

Self catering accommodation in Malton sleeps 12.

Features include: Hot Tub • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: This spacious former granary stands adjacent to the owner’s farmhouse and is surrounded by open farmland. It is a perfect holiday location for a special celebration, friends or family get-togethers, with its spacious living room, 9ft solid oak dining table and six beautifully furnished bedrooms. The well-equipped games room has a wood-burning stove and offers endless fun and the two hot tubs give everyone the chance to relax. Visitors can enjoy the views from the garden and children will love the freedom and space of the play area, complete with swings and slide. Sherburn is situated halfway between the market town of Malton and the seaside town of Scarborough, in the Vale of Pickering, an excellent area for walking with the Wolds Way running through the owner’s farmland. Scarborough boasts two beautiful beaches and the ruins of a 12th-century castle with its breathtaking views. It offers first class attractions such as the Sea Life Maritime Sanctuary, the Stephen Joseph Theatre - home of playwright Sir Alan Ayckbourne - and the refurbished Rotunda Museum. Music lovers can visit the Spa Complex, home of the only remaining seaside orchestra, or Peasholm Park which offers open air concerts and a variety of family entertainments. The North Yorkshire Moors National Park is close by with its famous steam railway, which offers a relaxing ride through the stunning moorland and forest. A day out can be enjoyed at Castle Howard, 15 miles, set in an elevated position against the Howardian Hills and the location for the filming of Brideshead Revisited. Flamingo Land theme park and Eden Camp are easily accessible. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Spacious living room with open fire. Well-equipped kitchen with electric range (for cooking)/dining room. Double bedroom. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Three double bedrooms. Two twin bedrooms. Use of one double bedroom with 6ft zip & link bed, and additional single bed (for alternative sleeping only), TV and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet (accessed by external open-tread steps) by arrangement. Two bathrooms both with over-bath shower and toilet.

Hedley Hall Country Cottages - Blueberry Cottage, Sunniside, County Durham, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899

Self catering accommodation in Sunniside sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Fishing nearby • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set in tranquil countryside yet close to major attractions, these former stables, renovated in 2008 and presented with a Bronze award for access for all from Tourism North East England, are set in the grounds of Hedley Hall, now a bed and breakfast and once part of the Queen Mother’s Estate. A delightful welcome awaits guests in comfortable and tasteful holiday surroundings. Horse riding available in the area. Fishing at Beamish lakes and the Angel of the North fishing lakes close by. Visit the steam railway or Beamish Victorian open air museum. An ideal location to explore the beautiful counties of Durham and Northumberland with many stunning castles and golden beaches. Discover the culture of Newcastle or Durham City with its fine cathedral. Metro centre 15 minutes. Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder Forest, Teesdale and Weardale all within easy driving distance. Shops and pub 2 miles.

Warenford Cottages - Fordson, Bamburgh, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899

Self catering accommodation in Bamburgh sleeps 6.

Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Ideal base for a family holiday...set between the Cheviots and the sea

Tucked away in a peaceful and secluded village setting, these five comfortably furnished holiday cottages are set in an idyllic location, only 5 miles from the spectacular Bamburgh Castle and one of the longest sandy beaches in England, and within a few minutes’ drive of Seahouses, where regular boat trips depart for the Farne Islands. Between the Cheviots and the sea, there is easy touring through the beautiful countryside with its numerous castles, stately homes and NT properties. Furnished to a high standard, and close to the owners’ home, Fordson offers single-storey accommodation and Ferguson is a detached two-storey cottage. The Mill House stands as a detached converted barn, with Waren View and The Granary Cottage forming an adjoining pair. This is an ideal choice for family holidays, with use of a very pleasant lawned area by a stream where visitors can enjoy barbecues. There is also shared use of the owners’ hard tennis court nearby.
Warenford Village serves as an excellent base from which to discover Northumberland and the Scottish border country. Just 4 miles distant lies Budle Bay, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as an SSSI, with the ancient walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed (15 miles) and the Duchess of Northumberland’s ornamental gardens a short drive away. Created to rival the best in Europe, the gardens are contemporary in design and include waterfalls and cascading plumes set within landscaped grounds with themed planted areas. Also sure to delight both young and old alike is a visit to neighbouring Alnwick Castle, which served as the location for the Harry Potter films. Home of the Percy family, it stands as the second largest inhabited castle in England after Windsor Castle, with some of its rooms open to the public and displaying a wealth of decorative and fine art.
Within easy reach, too, is Holy Island – renowned for its medieval religious heritage, priory and picturesque castle – and also known by its Anglo-Saxon name of Lindisfarne. Accessed by a paved causeway at low tide, the island is popular with bird-watchers and nature lovers, with the north-western portion of the island being maintained as a nature reserve, where terns, plovers and seals can be observed. Whilst on the island, a trip to The Museum of Island Life will reveal former living and working conditions there, and St Aidan’s Winery tempts visitors with its sweet concoction of local Lindisfarne Mead.
There are quiet country lanes for cycling and several excellent golf courses nearby, as well as a selection of shops in Belford (3 miles) and good inns and restaurants in which to enjoy a family meal locally – the nearest pub with restaurant being just 30 yards.
Guests may relax in our recently developed indoor swimming pool and sauna or work out in the gym, built close to the cottages. Shop/24-hr garage 1 mile.

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

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599

Self catering accommodation in Guyzance sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 2

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.

Blue Mountain Barn, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899

Self catering accommodation in Scarborough sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Situated on the Duchy of Lancaster Estate this single-storey former field barn has been skilfully converted to a very good standard, retaining many original oak beams and trusses. Standing detached and totally secluded, it commands stunning far-reaching views to the sea and Scarborough Castle. This idyllic holiday location boasts excellent walking and cycling from the doorstep and is ideally placed to explore the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Heritage coastline. Shops and pub 1 mile.

Beamed living/dining room with Yorkshire stone floor, original trusses and Shaker-style kitchen area with Belfast sink, oak worktops and stone floor. Utility. Two double bedrooms, each with 6ft zip and link bed and TV; one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.