Pet Friendly Cottages Northumberland

Keepers Cottage nestles within the stunning grounds of Hindley House in the pretty hamlet of Hindley, Northumberland. Offering a warm welcome with special touches throughout, this stone-built cottage has been refurbished in 2022 providing a high standard of accommodation. Interiors combine a country style with contemporary furnishings. The attractive living room has a cosy log burning stove for the cooler evenings, and a Smart TV with Sky for your entertainment. The shaker style kitchen is well equipped for your staycation needs, a social space with a farmhouse style table to gather round for brunch or family supper. Off to bed and the sumptuous master bedroom has a kingsize bed whilst the second bedroom offers the flexibility of twin beds. The shower room has a convenient walk-in shower

Outside, and a short stroll from Keepers Cottage, the extensive grounds of Hindley House open out to fabulous views overlooking the surrounding countryside, a large pond area with ducks and wildlife and the bridle paths beyond leading to Stocksfield. A perfect location to enjoy walking, cycling and enjoying the wide variety of attractions Northumberland has to offer.

Nearby Corbridge, 8 miles, combines a range of interesting historical sites with stylish boutiques, restaurants, tea rooms, pubs and beautiful riverside walks. Visit the historic market town of Hexham, 11 miles, with its abbey, old Gaol and the variety of shops and restaurants. Newcastle, Carlisle, and Europe’s biggest shopping mall, the Metrocentre, are easily reachable by car or public transport.

The magical moorlands and wildernesses of the Scottish Borders, peppered with explorable, historic market towns, are within easy access. The Eden Valley and Lake District stunning scenery are day trip territory. Kielder’s unique observatory in the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park and both Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Housesteads Roman Fort and Vindolanda are closer still.

For the outdoor enthusiast, Derwent Waterside Park is 6 miles where you can enjoy cycling and walks, sailing and windsurfing, nature trails or experience the dark skies. Golfers will enjoy the opportunity of playing at two top class courses at nearby Slaley and Close House. Both locations offer fine dining, Sunday lunches or afternoon teas. To further enhance your stay at Keepers Cottage you may prefer to dine in the comfort of your own cottage. By arrangement once at your destination, you can choose from a selection of dishes, cooked by a local chef, with a variety of wholesome food or afternoon tea. This is the perfect destination whether for a romantic break or exploring the Northumberland countryside and beyond.

Once part of the grain stores at Spindlestone Mill and now transformed to provide exquisite contemporary self-catering holiday accommodation, Millkeepers Lodge simply oozes style! Nestled in a tranquil spot, only a mile from the sea and less than 3 miles from the picture perfect coastal village of Bamburgh, this location is idyllic too!
Millkeepers Lodge has been sympathetically converted to create the quintessential holiday retreat. With five double bedrooms which can offer flexible sleeping arrangements and three bath/shower facilities, Millkeepers Lodge makes an excellent choice for the gathering of friends or extended families seeking to create a magical and memorable seaside holiday. A fully enclosed area at the rear is ideal for children and dogs at play and leads to a raised decked terrace; the perfect spot to dine alfresco and listen to the crashing waters of the mill race. 

Uniquely positioned to offer private access to the River Coquet where salmon and trout fishing can be available to guests, this cosy stone cottage has been sympathetically restored from an original farm building. The accommodation is immaculately presented and has the convenience of being all at ground floor level. The living room and kitchen/dining room both have lovely arched windows where the extensive landscaped grounds can be admired, or take a gentle stroll to the riverbank and watch the Coquet ebb and flow. Refurbished in 2021, every room has been newly decorated, the bathroom has been totally re-tiled, there is new artwork and all soft furnishings have been replaced. Guests are treated to a welcome pack which contains free range eggs, scones and jam from the local bakery, fresh milk, treats for dogs and a picnic set for day trips. Wren Cottage sits in a tiny cluster at High Weldon, only 9 miles north of Morpeth where there is an abundance of good restaurants, shops and inns. Beach 12 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
Wren Cottage can be booked together with Robin Cottage (CC324018), Owl Cottage (CC324025) and Lapwing Cottage (UK3267) to accommodate up to 14 guests.

Granary Cottage was once a substantial wing of a beautiful Victorian country house and now transformed into an independent and stunning property snuggled in a private courtyard with an open aspect across undulating farmland.  Situated in the Vale of Whittingham at the foot of the Cheviot Hills and perched on the fringe of the Northumberland National Park makes the location of Granary Cottage simply idyllic...
This property is beautiful! Awarded the prestigious 4* GOLD by Visit Britain, the accommodation is immaculately presented throughout. With the convenience of being on ground floor level, the master bedroom boasts a kingsize bed with luxurious en-suite facilities. With an extra shower room on the ground floor and a twin bedroom on the first floor; this divine property is suitable for the gathering of families and friends alike or for those couples seeking something rather special...
Each property can be booked independently or together to accommodate up to eight guests. Granary Cottage (ref CC324032) can be booked together with Grooms Cottage (ref CC324031) and The Coach House (ref UK3112) to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Keepers Cottage is the quintessential country retreat! This detached, former Gamekeeper’s cottage enjoys a tranquil setting and has undergone a total makeover to offer fresh and tastefully furnished self catering holiday accommodation.
This single storey cottage is delightful! Snuggle in front of the cosy open fire and watch the flames dance after a day exploring the wild and lonely vistas that surrounds Keepers Cottage. Both double bedrooms are immaculately presented and with the master enjoying the luxury of en suite facilities, Keepers Cottage is suitable for the gathering of family and friends or for those couples seeking a special, peaceful retreat. The secluded and private cottage garden attracts an abundance of bird life; a real feature of this charming property.

Tile Sheds is a detached cottage situated on a 300 acre mixed working farm. The accommodation benefits from being all on ground floor level and is deceptively spacious throughout. The living room boasts a superb wood burner to snuggle in front of after a day exploring the miles of stunning vistas Northumberland is renowned for. The farmhouse kitchen has an American style fridge/freezer, newly fitted units and although there is the added convenience a modern electric oven and hob, there is also a large AGA to create a homely ambience. Three large double bedrooms and a contemporary bathroom complete the picture.

Located close to Northumberland’s dramatic coastline, Curlew Cottage is a pretty mid-terraced house on a working farm, with comfortable accommodation for up to five guests. A gravelled terrace and garden area offer endearing rural views, whilst the front of the house looks out over hills towards the open sea. Furnished to a good standard, Curlew Cottage is also conveniently located for walking, bird-watching, cycling and historic pilgrimages. The characterful village of Belford is nearby boasting all necessary amenities, whilst only a few miles away are the sandy beaches of Budle Bay and Bamburgh.


This stretch of the Northumberland coast is dotted with harbour villages and castle ruins. The most famous of the nearby landmarks is the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, which draws visitors from around the world. Further north, the historic town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed is known as ‘the last town in England’ because of its strategic border position. Alnwick is a short journey southward, famed for its castle and its rich heritage. More recently, the castle has become a must-visit for Potter fans, as it was used as the setting of Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films. Beach 4½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Kennel Cottage is a relaxing, tranquil retreat perfect for recharging your batteries for a special holiday or a much-deserved short break. With a small stream running through the garden the wildlife is abundant, Roe deer graze in the fields nearby, badgers and foxes are often spotted, and a small population of otters now reside in the area. The endangered red squirrel is seen here, often in the garden. Many rare bird species are regularly seen with the surrounding countryside home to ravens, peregrine falcons, buzzards and other birds of prey.
There is also a combination of cycle and dog routes directly from the property for those with bikes and furry friends.
Life at Kennel Cottage is relaxed, with sheep grazing in the surrounding fields yet the cottage is only 2 miles from Harbottle with a popular, dog friendly village pub selling great food with a small shop on site. The sunroom is ideal to sit and watch the wildlife in the garden. With comfy sofas in the living room and plenty of space inside the cottage, it is a perfect place to stay.
Set on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, famous for the Dark Sky’s, the largest dark sky park in Europe it is also a great place for star gazing and photography. Just over half an hour from Rothbury with some nice shops and cafes, pubs and restaurants, with Cragside House a popular tourist attraction situated in Rothbury. The Scottish Border can be reached in 30 miles where you can tour and discover some of the historic sites. Alnwick is around 20 miles with its majestic castle, cobbled streets, and the exquisite Duchess enchanting water gardens. Kennel Cottage is an ideal base from which to explore the whole of this fabulous, friendly county where you are sure of a warm welcome from the locals. Pub and restaurant 2¼ miles.

In a peaceful setting and surrounded by the wild and lonely beauty the Northumbrian countryside is renowned for, this 150-year-old cottage sits at the end of a small terrace with two others and boasts the most stunning, uninterrupted rural views.  Nestled within the tiny hamlet of Hetton Hall where there is a cluster of high quality, newly renovated cottages, this property is absolutely charming.  Refurbished to an excellent standard with oodles of character retained, the accommodation is immaculately presented throughout.  The spacious lounge has lovely oak flooring with a cosy open fire to snuggle next to; perfect for relaxing in front of and watching the flames dance. French doors and double aspect windows ensure a bright and airy ambience and lead to a decked area with outdoor furniture to enjoy dining al fresco whilst admiring the views.  The large farmhouse style dining kitchen also boasts a wood-burning stove and is very well equipped.  Both bedrooms are tastefully furnished and a fresh, contemporary bathroom has a useful separate shower enclosure.

This is a Victorian workers cottage with many original features and was built for the farm workers of the Cragside Estate. This is a dog friendly property where two dogs are welcome, although they need to be kept on a lead due being on a working farm, there is an enclosed area where they can be let off and have a good run.
Staying at this cottage is to experience the history first-hand of the Cragside Estate’s Model Farm. Brimming with character on the edge of the National Park, East Cottage is in an ideal location for exploring the many visitor attractions throughout this glorious county. Only two miles from the pretty market town of Rothbury with its own private stretch of salmon and trout fishing (by arrangement and seasonal), East Cottage is set on a small historical site featuring the only agricultural weigh bridge left in the UK today and a Grade II* listed building of Agricultural Importance. The site is linked to the Cragside, Rothbury and Coquetdale Area. The property was built by Lord Armstrong of Cragside in the 1880s as part of his Cragside Estate to show off his model farm.
The cottage boasts eco-friendly features and is powered by a wood burning stove and an Esse Range in the kitchen as well as a traditional electric oven. With a large garden to the side with lovely views, East Cottage is an idyllic location for families or friends. East Cottage is situated on a working rare breed farm with cattle, sheep and goats. The Historic Houses Association is a site of interest, tours available to book.