Pet Friendly Cottages Northumberland

The Burrow has been beautifully restored to a good standard making your stay comfortable. It was once a thriving gunpowder works dating back to 1798 and part of Low Wood Mill gunpowder works. With the multi-fuel burner in the living area and the underfloor heating, you can be toasty warm on those cold winter evenings and in the summer you can sit out on the patio and enjoy views and access to the paddock. Beach 5 miles. Shop 6¾ miles, pub and restaurant 600 yards.

Nestled on the outskirts of Riding Mill, just 3 miles from the picture postcard town of Corbridge, sits Thirlwell Cottage, a Grade II listed stone haven offering a luxurious retreat for up to three adults and their furry companions. This holiday cottage beckons with its timeless charm and modern comforts, promising an unforgettable stay in the heart of Northumberland. The cottage adjoins a church with Sunday morning service.
Step inside to discover the cottage’s pièce de résistance awaiting in the living room, where a snug wood burner resides within the original inglenook fireplace, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. French doors beckon guests to the rear garden, where your private bubbling hot tub awaits, promising relaxation under the vast Northumberland skies, slip into the robes provided after your soak. Upstairs has two inviting bedrooms, one kingsize bed with high quality bed linens and another with a cosy single bed, accompanied by a modern shower room for convenience and comfort. The modern kitchen is equipped with contemporary amenities, and invites culinary exploration and delightful meals shared with loved ones.
For those seeking local flavours, an award-winning deli and a welcoming pub lie within easy reach, just 400 yards away. Conveniently positioned mere steps from the small train station, Thirlwell Cottage serves as a perfect base for exploring the region’s treasures, with trains whisking guests to Hexham and Newcastle in no time. History enthusiasts will delight in nearby Roman museums and the captivating Sill heritage centre, while coastal adventures beckon with day trips to the majestic heritage coast and the sun-kissed shores of Tynemouth and Whitley Bay all within easy driving distance. In just 25 minutes, guests can find themselves amidst the vibrant energy of Newcastle, with its thriving theatres, bars, and restaurants. Meanwhile, the picturesque Roman town of Corbridge, a mere 3 miles away, promises bespoke shops, charming pubs, and quaint cafés awaiting exploration. Hexham Abbey, shops and restaurants is only 6 miles.
At Thirlwell Cottage, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the charm and character lovingly crafted by the owners, creating memories to cherish against the backdrop of Northumberland’s rich tapestry of history and natural beauty. You can find the property on Instagram: thirlwell_cottage. Beach 23 miles.

Welcome to Hogarth by the Sea, a ground floor apartment in the heart of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, where comfort meets convenience. This charming retreat featuring local pictures of Newbiggin in days gone by sleeps up to three people, offering a double room for peaceful nights and an additional sofa bed in the living room for an extra guest. Nestled on the main High Street, you’re just a few steps away from the shops, cafés, and restaurants, ensuring you’re never far from the friendly locals.
As you step outside, only 200 yards to the long promenade beckons, inviting you to explore its picturesque views of the bay, sea, beach, and mesmerizing rockpools. One of the highlights is The Couple, a stunning sculpture by Sean Henry, standing gracefully in the bay, an emblem of the area’s artistic flair. Savour the delights of an Italian ice cream parlour nestled by the bandstand on the seafront or seize the opportunity to surf with ease, courtesy of the surfboard hire in the village. The sea here is renowned for its surfing opportunities, promising an exhilarating experience for water sports enthusiasts. The bay frequently has visiting dolphins and has its own Dolphin Watch team.
Venture beyond Newbiggin-by-the-Sea and explore nearby treasures. Within 15 minutes, you’ll find yourself in Morpeth, a historic market town boasting an Edwardian shopping arcade and delightful river boats for hire. Just a short drive away, Whitley Bay and Tynemouth await, adorned with an ancient Abbey and lively streets lined with wine bars and cafés; a favourite among locals. For a taste of some more authentic coastal life, head to Amble, a friendly fishing town with a bustling working harbour. Continue up the coast where the heritage coastline is peppered with castles and historic ruins. Convenient transport options abound, with a nearby bus stop taking you to Newcastle’s vibrant city centre and Morpeth. With effortless road connections to top tourist spots, your holiday promises new adventures and unforgettable memories at every turn. Welcome to your seaside escape in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, a haven of relaxation and exploration. Beach 1 mile.

Set in the heart of the pretty little village of Barrasford, Willow Cottage is the perfect retreat for up to three adults or a small family.
When you step into Willow Cottage there is a calming and relaxing ambience throughout with a living room and a modern kitchen with a dining area. The living room has a super cosy wood burner for those chilly evenings in snuggled up watching a DVD or a movie on the Smart TV. Upstairs are two bedrooms; one super kingsize bed which can be made into singles, and an additional single room. There is also a modern bathroom with a bath and shower over, whilst to the rear is an enclosed seating out area perfect for relaxing after day out at your favourite places.
There are plenty of walks from the door and Willow Cottage is within easy travelling distance to all the major tourist attractions throughout the county. Set conveniently next to a family friendly pub which serves home cooked food, perfect if you want to walk and enjoy a pleasant evening out. Perfectly located for exploring the National Park with the amazing dark sky observatory at Kielder (booking needed) or go over to Hadrian’s Wall and visit The Sill, a great tourist centre. Corbridge, a pretty Roman town, is an easy drive with some gorgeous cafés, pubs and bespoke shops to explore, whilst a little further you will find Hexham with its abbey and a great choice of shops and eateries. Newcastle upon Tyne is easily reached from here and the heritage coast peppered with castles and golden beaches makes a great day out. Visitors to Willow Cottage will be sure of a real warm Northumbrian welcome no matter which direction they decide to explore.

Cairn Rigg, a detached, cosy bungalow, is ideally located within walking distance of the historic and pretty small market town of Rothbury. A perfect retreat for that well deserved short break or annual holiday. Just off the centre in a slightly elevated position you can walk to the pub in ten minutes or a two-minute drive, with free parking all over Rothbury you can leave your car anywhere in the small town centre. This charming and pretty little market town has plenty of pubs, bespoke shops and places to eat in.
With a fabulous rear garden with tiered terraces Cairn Rigg is perfect for couples or up to three adults at all times of the year. Comfortably furnished inside with a Smart TV and open plan living area you can chat whilst you prepare tea in the well-equipped kitchen. To the rear is the lovely garden, the ideal place to sit out in on a sunny evening. The two bedrooms, one double and one single, are bright and airy.
Rothbury is a popular base for exploring the surrounding, stunning countryside which can be done by foot, cycle, or car. Nearby you can walk to the beautiful National Trust property Cragside, the home of Lord Armstrong, on the outskirts of the town. The less energetic may wish to take a gentle stroll along the river and try walking over the stepping stones as a reminder of childhood times.
Serious walkers can amble over to the Simonside Hills. Rothbury is known as the capital of Coquetdale and is ideally located for exploring the nearby villages. Set on the edge of the National Park it is within easy access of the Northumberland Heritage Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and only 12 miles from Alnwick famed for the castle used in some Harry Potter film scenes. The National Park can be easily reached and Kielder has a host of water sports. The drive along the lake is pretty spectacular and the dark skies at night are a big visitor attraction. You may even wish to venture to the Scottish Borders only 30 miles from here and of course the friendly city of Newcastle upon Tyne is only 30 miles south where you can explore the historic buildings and take a photo by the famous Tyne Bridge.

Old Colliery Cottage nestles amidst a small group of three properties just on the outskirts of the welcoming village of Shilbottle. The accommodation is immaculately presented throughout with much thought, care and attention to detail. Entering the property there is a real cosiness and home from home feeling, a perfect retreat for couples or up to three adults set all on the ground floor with the added bonus of having no stairs. There is a well equipped kitchen and the living/dining room room has a Smart TV and is the perfect place for relaxing. The master bedroom and pretty single room have easy access to the bathroom with freestanding claw foot bath.The well presented, sunny garden is a joy to relax in while dining al fresco.
Shilbottle is located midway between the picture perfect coastal village of Alnmouth to the east and the historic market town of Alnwick to the north west, both being a mere 4 miles from your door. Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and film location for Harry Potter’s ‘Hogwarts’, is a popular visitor attraction. Another place thats worth a visit is Alnwick Gardens - a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden, including a grand cascade waterfall and where guests can dine in the restaurant of the largest tree house in Europe. There is a wide array of facilities available within this lovely market town, including independent shops, tea rooms, a cinema/playhouse and one of the largest second-hand book shops in the UK. The pretty seaside village of Alnmouth boasts a vast golden sandy beach and there is a variety of good restaurants, pubs, tea rooms and gift shops. Golf enthusiasts will delight in two courses, one being a fine 9-hole course adjacent to the beach and the other being a challenging 18-hole course at Foxton enjoying panoramic views. Travel 10 miles north east to the seaside holiday village of Beadnell, popular for watersports enthusiasts.
Visit Seahouses a further 2 miles north and take a boat trip to the Farne Islands to see the puffins at play (in season). Bamburgh Castle is only an extra 3 miles up this stunning coastline. Old Colliery Cottage is an excellent choice for those seeking a homely base that gives easy access to explore the beautiful 20-mile stretch of Northumberland Heritage Coast to the east, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the wild and lonely expanses of the heather-capped Cheviot Hills to the west. The cottage is within 2 minutes’ drive of The Secret Spa, where you can book a spa day or hourly treatments. The cottage also has excellent public transport links with the East Coast Main Line station at Alnmouth, a 5-minute drive away, and bus links to Newcastle, Alnwick and Amble. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

The Nook is a charming country cottage in the village of Tow House near Bardon Mill. A warm welcome awaits, with oak beams and a lovely log-burning stove nestling within an inglenook being the focus of the cosy living room. Recently refurbished to a very good standard, the newly installed kitchen has everything you need to cater for your stay. Upstairs the kingsize bedroom has a lovely feature bed, Smart TV and en-suite washroom, toilet and separate shower room. Across the landing is the pretty single bedroom which has a cosy cabin-style feel, with an en-suite shower room and double rainfall-style shower. Outside is an enclosed, stone-flagged courtyard, set with a table and chairs to enjoy an al-fresco meal or evening tipple as you return from your day’s adventure. As this is a pet-friendly cottage this provides a secure space for your four-legged friend.
Less than a mile away and an easy walk is the village of Bardon Mill where there is a lovely picnic area, coffee shop/general store, and a dog-friendly pub which serves bar and Thai food, and also has a beer garden. From here catch the train - you can be in Newcastle or Carlisle in under 45 minutes. The historic market town of Hexham has a stunning abbey, the oldest gaol in the country and an abundance of eclectic shops, restaurants and pubs. Continue to the Roman town of Corbridge and meander around its boutique shops, art galleries and antique shops and take a stroll along the river.
In close proximity to the Northumberland National Park, the location is excellent for exploring the spectacular scenery of the north of England. Visit the famous Vindolanda Roman Fort, The Sill Landscape Discovery Centre and the world-famous Sycamore Gap on Hadrian’s Wall. For the golf enthusiast, Close House Golf Course is just a 25-minute drive away. In just over an hour, you can reach the golden beaches at Tynemouth, or head further north to explore the Northumberland coastal villages of Amble, Bamburgh, Warkworth and many more. With so much to see and do in this beautiful part of Northumberland, The Nook is a convenient place to stay.

This beautiful detached cottage, which has been awarded a 4 star Gold Award from the British Travel Awards, set in the pretty and peaceful small village of Acklington. Very close to Amble and Warkworth two popular places yet very different, a village pub is only a few minutes’ walk from your cottage and an award winning ice cream dairy is only a mile along a winding country lane.
Your stone built holiday home is all on one level with fabulous attention to details throughout. The large open plan living space has been carefully designed to offer comfort whilst offering that feeling of being somewhere special. Bright and airy with comfortable seating and stylish furnishings. With two bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed, the Jack and Jill bathroom leads from here or into the passage way for easy access if there are four guests.
Nearby Warkworth has the castle that sits at the top of the hill dominating the village with a lovely riverside walk and quaint bespoke shops and cafes. Amble is a popular small seaside town with a working harbour, harbour pod shopping area and plenty of cafes and restaurants. Acklington village is an ideal location to explore all the surrounding areas, Northumberland is such a diverse county with miles of golden sandy beaches nearby and the most stunning National Park famed for its dark skies. Head up further north and discover Holy Island where the Lindisfarne Gospels were kept and Bamburgh with the cliff top castle. Wherever you go from Ivy Cottage you will be sure of a warm and genuine welcome from the local Northumbrian people. Beach 3 miles.

Nestled within 90 acres of a beautiful part of the South Tyne valley, this cluster of barn conversions have been recently developed to create holiday cottages to a superior standard and can be booked individually or collectively to accommodate extended parties.  Each property has oak flooring; is well equipped with many modern appliances suitable for contemporary living and tastefully furnished throughout.  This complex is in a very private setting and offers the additional bonus of being only 50 yards from the trout and salmon rich South Tyne River, where fishing is available on a pre booked basis for a fee dependent on month of the salmon season.  

Tucked away down a lane, Camellia Cottage is an oasis of tranquillity. The cottage has a lovely atmosphere and is the perfect place to relax at the end of an enjoyable day, either in the enclosed garden on a balmy summer evening or cosily in front of the log burner eating hot buttered crumpets, toasted on the Aga. With its own private garden, you can hardly believe you are but a few footsteps from the bustling main street of Corbridge.
Corbridge is a picturesque Roman village renowned for its many charming shops, tea rooms, restaurants & inns and is an excellent base to discover the beautiful Northumberland countryside. Enjoy free rod and fly fishing on the River Tyne at Corbridge. Heaven! We hope you come to love Camellia as much as we do!