Special offer.
“We have a gallery and art fair in London. Lizzie is originally from the North East and we decided when having children to relocate to this new area. We are trying to create a contemporary art space with artists residencies and curating in the home, and we are seeing this narrative through to our rental cottage.” Owners, Lizzie and Jack
They love
“Having a morning coffee in bed, looking out over the hills as the sun comes up.”
We love
The owner’s curated collection of contemporary artworks by UK-based up-and-coming artists, adding colour and personality to every room.
You may not love
The cottage adjoins the owners’ house. The Aga is decorative only. A 3-night minimum stay.
Sustainability.
This is a 18thC building and all of the furniture is antique or pre-loved. All of the products are sourced locally,
Surrounds.
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Northern Lights in North Pennines ©Martin Kitching -
Low Force Waterfall -
Allenheads Ski Resort
- Stunning hikes wind out from the front door; Lizzie and Jack can advise on the most picturesque.
- You’re also by the famous C2C cycle route; bring bikes if you can.
- Try caving or gorge walking at the neighbouring Weardale Adventure Centre.
- Walk along the river to the Bluebell Inn for a local ale or glass of wine then wander home by torchlight.
- Drive 15 mins to the medieval, chocolate-box village of Blanchland and dine at the Lord Crewe Arms
- Visit the wonderfully named Cauldron Snout waterfall, the lesser-known neighbour to High Force.
- Go horse trekking across the beautiful moors around Sinderhope
- Keep an eye on Aurora Watch to see if the right conditions converge for a spectacle of Northern Lights – with the highest concentration of Dark Sky Discovery Sites in the UK, the North Pennines is one of the best places to witness the natural phenomenon.
- In the winter, and if you’re lucky with the weather, hit one of the UK’s rare ski resorts.
Details.
- Terraced cottage with shared lawn garden and private patio
- 2 bedrooms: 1 king and 1 twin – access to the family bathroom and twin bedroom is through the king bedroom
- Family bathroom with bath and separate walk-in shower; bathrobes, slippers and locally-made toiletries provided
- Well-equipped kitchen including double oven & microwave, hob and fridge freezer (note the Aga is decorative only); basics provided
- Meals, local hampers and shopping service available with advance notice
- Travel cot and high chair available on request
- Cosy lounge with woodburner, Smart TV, books and board games
- WiFi throughout
- Dog-friendly – maximum 2 well behaved dogs.
- The owner is available by phone should you need anything
- Hire bikes locally (BYO helmet)
- Private parking for 2 cars
- Walk to pubs and a Co op (15 mins)
- Booking conditions: 3-night minimum stay
- Remember to pack: walking gear
