A spacious and comfortable 19th century former quarryman's cottage set high in the Northumberland countryside, with open views to the Cheviot Hills. Wanney Cottage is situated on a private road, 250 metres off the A68 that runs through the village of Ridsdale. The cottage is in a peaceful location, offering modern facilities and private parking.
Ideally suited for exploring the Northumbria National Park, Kielder Water, Hadrians Wall, the Pennine Way, the Border Reivers Country and the Northumberland Coast.
You enter the cottage through a porch into a well-equipped Kitchen providing an electric oven and four-burner gas hob, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave and many extras for the more ambitious cooks among our guests. There is a utility room containing the combi boiler and space to dry clothes.
The Lounge is a spacious, cosily furnished room, which has a comfortable settee, easy chair and dining table with four chairs. It is heated by radiators and has a wood-burning stove in an open fireplace. We provide a colour TV , DVD and music system.
From the lounge you enter the Sunroom which has a double bed settee and two traditional rocking chairs. It offers wonderful views of the garden, the surrounding countryside and the Cheviot Hills.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. The Double Bedroom has a comfortable kingsize bed, dressing table and ample storage space. The second Bedroom has a single bed and storage in a built in wardrobe. Bed linen and towels are provided. The Bathroom has a bath with shower above, fitted with a thermostatic mixer valve, WC and washbasin. Hot water is constant and (almost instantly) supplied via the combi boiler.
For guests with children we can provide a cot, high chair and stair gate.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Bellingham, North
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. Many extras for the more ambitious cooks.
General:
Real Fire, Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided. During winter months (October to March) there is a £20 per week supplement charged for extra heating. One basket of logs is provided free, additional wood can be puchaced from us if required.
Dining:
Seating for 4. We can provide a high chair for young children.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, DVD, CD System, Board Games.
Outside:
Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. A well maintained garden with a large lawn.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Pets Allowed.
Due to the fairly steep stairs the cottage may not be suitable for guests with mobility difficulties.
Local activities in and around Bellingham, North
The cottage provides an excellent base to explore Northumberland, the land of the “big sky”. The area is ideal for walking to suit all levels, photography, bird watching and rock climbing. Just step outside of the cottage and head for the hills or forest. Only two miles away are lake fishing facilities at Sweethope Lough.
Close by are the historical market towns of Hexham, Morpeth and Alnwick. The Scottish Borders are within easy reach and a day trip to Edinburgh is also possible.
The famous Gateshead Metro Shopping Centre is a 45 minute drive away, as is the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Visit Hadrian’s Wall, a world heritage site, with many Roman forts and remains along its path, including the Roman Army Museum, Housesteads and Vindolanda.
Take a drive to Kielder Water and Forest. Europe’s largest man made lake offers forest walks, cycling and water sports. Northumberland is also renowned for it’s stunning sandy beaches, sand dunes and castles. Visit Druridge Bay, the fishing villages of Craster and Seahouses, Holy Island and the Farne Islands or explore the many ruined and restored castles in the region.
Best of all - do nothing; stay where you are and enjoy the peace, quiet and tranquillity.
Ridsdale is on the A68 between Corbridge and Otterburn. The nearest railway station is Hexham (17 miles). Collection and dropping off may be arranged by prior agreement.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
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UK Pound
Euro
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31 May - 5 Jul 2008
£350.00
€385.00
$525.00
5 Jul - 19 Jul 2008
£390.00
€429.00
$585.00
19 Jul - 6 Sep 2008
£420.00
€462.00
$630.00
6 Sep - 4 Oct 2008
£350.00
€385.00
$525.00
4 Oct - 18 Oct 2008
£300.00
€330.00
$450.00
18 Oct - 25 Oct 2008
£370.00
€407.00
$555.00
25 Oct - 1 Nov 2008
£300.00
€330.00
$450.00
1 Nov - 20 Dec 2008
£230.00
€253.00
$345.00
20 Dec - 3 Jan 2009
£390.00
€429.00
$585.00
3 Jan - 7 Feb 2009
£250.00
€275.00
$375.00
14 Feb - 21 Feb 2009
£320.00
€352.00
$480.00
21 Feb - 28 Feb 2009
£250.00
€275.00
$375.00
28 Feb - 4 Apr 2009
£320.00
€352.00
$480.00
4 Apr - 18 Apr 2008
£390.00
€429.00
$585.00
18 Apr - 25 May 2009
£360.00
€396.00
$540.00
25 Apr - 2 May 2009
£320.00
€352.00
$480.00
2 May - 9 May 2009
£360.00
€396.00
$540.00
9 May - 23 May 2009
£320.00
€352.00
$480.00
23 May - 30 May 2009
£390.00
€429.00
$585.00
30 May - 4 Jul 2009
£370.00
€407.00
$555.00
4 Jul - 18 Jul 2009
£400.00
€440.00
$600.00
18 Jul - 5 Sep 2009
£440.00
€484.00
$660.00
5 Sep - 3 Oct 2009
£370.00
€407.00
$555.00
3 Oct - 17 Oct 2009
£320.00
€352.00
$480.00
17 Oct - 31 Oct 2009
£390.00
€429.00
$585.00
31 Oct - 7 Nov 2009
£320.00
€352.00
$480.00
7 Nov - 19 Dec 2009
£250.00
€275.00
$375.00
19 Dec - 2 Jan 2010
£440.00
€484.00
$660.00
Rental Notes: The cottage is usually let from 4pm on Saturday to 10am the following Saturday. The cottage may be booked for short breaks subject to availability. Fuel, electricity, bed linen and towels are provided free. One basket of logs for the stove will be provided free of charge.
A non returnable deposit of 25% is required to comfirm booking. The balance is due six weeks before the start of the holiday.
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Owner joined site on:
19 November 2006
Property listed since:
19 November 2006
Holiday Cottage in england - North - Northumberland - Bellingham