Pet Friendly Holidays Northumberland

Eider Cottage has uninterrupted views across open fields with the sea as a backdrop from the patio windows and outside seating area. Set near the entrance of a small, quiet cul de sac within the picturesque coastal village of Embleton, this compact, self catering holiday bungalow is extremely well placed for a peaceful seaside retreat. The open plan living area has patio doors opening out onto the garden, maximising the amazing views. A lane close to the cottage leads directly to the golden sands of Embleton bay; idyllic for an evening stroll and listening to the waves lapping gently against the seashore. Local facilities are a gentle stroll from Eider Cottage and include a post office/shop, pubs serving good food, a church, golf club and an excellent children’s play park. This ideally located holiday home offers a superb base in which to explore this magnificent Heritage shoreline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby is Craster, famous for its smoked kippers and glorious walks along the cliff top to Dunstanburgh Castle should not be missed. Seahouses, a bustling little seaside town, has boat trips to the Farne Islands, ample fish and chip shops and a working harbour. Only a few miles from Alnwick with its famous castle used in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey.

A cosy and peaceful property for a family or couples wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle, whilst retaining the convenience of the nearby A69 for exploring the area. This detached holiday home stands in a stunning location, with wonderful views of the Tyne Valley and North Cumbrian fells. Set in the Northumbrian National Park, the location is excellent for exploring the spectacular scenery of the north of England, the Scottish borderland, and the Lake District, which is just an hour away. The cottage is ideally placed for visiting the Roman forts along the World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall, including Housesteads and Vindolanda, or Chesters where you can explore how the Romans lived. After you have finished donning your toga and training to be a centurion, you can retire to modern day comfort of Hadrian’s Garden Villa, relax in front of the wood burner and look out over the beautiful views in the open plan living space with decorative oak plank flooring. As night draws in, it is worth stepping outside onto the south-facing patio, surrounded by planting and including views over the valley, to enjoy the non-light polluted dark skies and be stunned by all the stars. Complete with plenty of seating and a summerhouse.

There is a number of good golf courses within easy reach, including Hexham, which is described as one of the finest in the north of England, and Brampton which is the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Cumbria. There is storage for your bike at the property, so you can make the most of the local rugged landscapes. The landscape is equally good on foot, or to walk your dog, why not take a wander to Sycamore Gap and see the most photographed, iconic tree from the movie ‘Robin Hood’? On the way back, grab a pint or something to eat at the local inn.

Nearby towns include Hexham, a popular, historic market town which boasts a stunning abbey, the oldest gaol in the country, and an abundance of shops, restaurants and pubs. In addition, why not visit the beautiful Roman town of Corbridge or its fort, browse its boutique shops, art galleries and antique shops, or take a stroll along the river. Also within easy reach is Haltwhistle, the ‘Geographic Centre of Britain’, which has a sports centre and outdoor heated swimming pools, and Burn Gorge. Henshaw, ½ mile, and Hexham, 10 miles. Garage/shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Glendale Cottage (ref W43490) and Glendale Mews (ref W43489) are the ideal spot for a relaxing and peaceful holiday in beautiful natural surroundings. There is an indoor, heated swimming pool which guests can hire for private use (at cost), and also the use of over 11 acres of natural woodland and grounds that form part of this beautiful location. The owners live on-site in the original period farmhouse, accessed via a driveway lined with rhododendrons through a small dense wood. There is a small wooded picnic and play area with a log cabin function room and a large charcoal BBQ, as well as another wooded area accommodating hens and a natural pond. There is access to a public footpath from the properties.
Located on the southern edge of the Northumberland National Park and inside the International Dark Skies Park, Glendale is easily found on the B6318 just north of Haltwhistle.
Perfect for guests who enjoy walking, rambling or cycling, these properties are within walking distance of Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site, and are situated centrally between Walltown Craggs and Cawfield’s picnic area, two of the most picturesque views along the wall. Just a little further along are the Roman remains and museums of Vindolanda and Housesteads as well as Steel Rigg, Sycamore Gap and the Visitor Centre at Once Brewed (The Sill), which offers charging, points for electric vehicles.
Many other activities are available locally, including birdwatching, horse riding, tennis, golf, fishing and open air swimming. Glendale is perfectly placed for easy access to many other historical Roman sites, forts and temples, the National Nature Reserves of Muckle Moss and Greenlee Lough, and the spectacular Kielder Forest and Reservoir offering a variety of sailing and water sports. Northumberland is a county of wild open spaces, unspoilt and breathtaking.
For those guests wishing to explore further afield, within an hour’s drive there is Carlisle, Gateway to Scotland and the Lake District, the historic town of Hexham, and fabulous shopping at the Metrocentre, Gateshead, as well as Newcastle city with its regenerated riverside, shopping, theatres and nightlife.
A pick up and drop off service is available from the rail station, and to or from Cawfields or the Roman Army Museum. Local shops, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Farne Cottage is a restored, single storey cottage situated less than 100 yards from the harbour of the popular fishing village of Seahouses. This quintessential seaside property provides superb self-catering holiday accommodation for families and couples alike. The accommodation is extremely well presented throughout with much thought, care and attention to the finer details, and is in a convenient location. With solid oak wood flooring throughout, the living area focuses on a charming wood burning stove, idyllic to gaze and watch the flames dance after a day exploring the wonderful seashore close by. The stylish dining kitchen is contemporary and well-equipped. Both double bedrooms have wall-mounted TVs and are immaculately presented.

Seahouses is a traditional seaside village with a wide array of facilities a mere gentle stroll from Farne Cottage. Enjoy wandering around the harbour and watch the trawlers return with their daily catch. Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony, and try your luck at fishing. Or enjoy a round of golf on the links golf course and admire the spectacular views across the sweeping coastline, north to Bamburgh, south to Beadnell and out to sea towards the Farne Islands on the horizon. There are several shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants within this friendly village, and horse riding can be arranged on its outskirts. Only a couple of miles north of Farne Cottage is the picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its dramatic fortress, which commands the power and presence of the seasoned film set it regularly becomes, and where the Grace Darling Museum is worth a visit.
The wide expanse of golden and often empty sandy beaches this region is renowned for, is perfect for a romantic stroll to feel the sand between your toes and watch the waves lap against the shoreline. The tidal island of Lindisfarne, locally known as Holy Island and the birthplace of Christianity, can be viewed from here too. A little further north is the bird sanctuary at Budle Bay, and at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is the home to countless thousands of sea and land birds making this location a haven for bird watchers. The sweep of golden sands at Beadnell Bay is popular with water sport enthusiasts, only two miles to the south. The elegant Georgian town of Berwick, which straddles the salmon-rich river Tweed, is 17 miles north and the historic market town of Alnwick, 12 miles inland, with its own magnificent castle, offers many facilities. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascading waterfall, and restaurant set within the largest tree house in Europe. Farne Cottage is an excellent choice for those seeking a stylish coastal retreat within the popular holiday destination of Seahouses and makes an excellent base to explore the twenty miles of Heritage coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Grace’s Dairy is a perfect base for exploring this exceptionally pretty area of Northumberland. Sleeping up to 8 guests, the property is ideal for families or groups, walkers are particularly attracted to this area with walks from the door into the gorgeous countryside. Grace’s Dairy offers fantastic accommodation and landscape views from its decked balcony.
It is said that Postman Pat’s ’Greendale’ is based on Wooler being the gateway to the Cheviots. Nearby there is the Ad Gefrin Anglo-Saxon Museum and Whisky Distillery, here you can do a tour of the distillery and have a tasting session to try their selection of whiskeys. Wooler is on the edge of the National Park and is only 15 miles to Berwick on Tweed, with a beautiful beach and plenty of shops and history. All of the Scottish Borders are easily explored from here with Coldstream only 14 miles and Kelso a little further. Edinburgh is only 90 minutes away.
Grace’s Dairy can be booked with The Old Forge (MUZ) to accommodate up to 16 guests.

Perfect for that ‘get away from it all’ break, this charming and comfortable cottage has been reburbished in February of 2020 with new floors, bathrooms and outside patio area. It has its own hot tub which enjoys wonderful views and a tranquil setting beside Kielder Reservoir in the Northumberland National Park. Set with other holiday properties in Ravenshill Forest Park, it has superb walking, cycle hire, fishing, water skiing and bird watching on the doorstep. Visit nearby Bellingham with its Hareshaw Linn Walk, through countryside, passing the remains of an old ironworks. Enjoy day trips to Scotland by crossing Hadrians Wall and visiting Jedburgh, home to, its annual Jedhart Callants Festival Augustinian Abbey, Harestanes and Greyfriars, not forgetting the specialist shops, outlets and market. Kielder Castle 1 mile. Shop 5 miles, pub serving food a short stroll.

The charming Northumberland village of Lowick is home to The Smithy, a carefully renovated stone cottage offering accommodation for six guests. Inside, a large open-plan kitchen and lounge area gives access to a private garden, ideal for an al-fresco breakfast or an evening aperitif. Lowick lies within a few miles of the dramatic Northumberland Coast and is an ideal spot from which to explore this richly historic region. The village is often referred to as the gateway to the Cheviots, a large expanse of beautiful rolling hills stretching across the English/Scottish border. Horse riders, cyclists and ramblers will love the numerous footpaths and bridleways which run through the picturesque scenery. Nearby Berwick-upon-Tweed is the most northerly town in England and offers a bustling shopping experience as well as many historic attractions. Also nearby is the picturesque town of Alnwick with its cobbled walkways and world famous castle. Other ‘must-sees’ are the picture postcard village of Bamburgh, which is almost dwarfed by its own hilltop castle, and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne which is accessed by a tidal causeway. From the coastal village of Seahouses, bird lovers can take a boat trip (in season) to the Farne Islands to see the famous puffin colonies.

Merrywind is a handsome detached property commanding incredible sea views in the highly sought after holiday village of Beadnell and is only 20 yards from the beach. Following a complete makeover throughout, this spacious property offers stylish and immaculate self-catering accommodation to a luxurious standard. The L-shaped open plan living area enjoys the friendly comfort of a wood-burning stove, idyllic to nestle in front of and watch the dramatic sea views from the large picture windows. The dining area leads to a cosy sun room, a pleasant space to relax and look out onto the rear garden. The contemporary kitchen is very well-appointed and there is also the convenience of a shower room on the ground floor. All three bedrooms are positioned on the first floor, two with sea views and one with the convenience of en-suite shower facilities. There is also an immaculate and fresh family bathroom. A fully enclosed garden makes a great place for children and dogs to play whilst dining alfresco and listening to the waves lap against the shoreline.

Beadnell is a well known holiday destination which offers local facilities including a village shop and family friendly pubs serving good food. Beadnell Bay is a glorious stretch of golden sandy beach and can truly be described as the jewel in Northumberland’s seaside crown; idyllic for a romantic barefoot stroll in the sand to listening to the waves lap against the shoreline and inhale the invigorating sea air. It’s also popular for watersports enthusiasts including sailing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and scuba diving. A small sandy bay speckled with rocky outcrops is a stone’s throw from Merrywind and leads to a long sandy beach that stretches two miles to the traditional fishing port of Seahouses where boat trips to the nearby Farne Islands, famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony, depart regularly from its harbour. Seahouses offers several charming tea rooms, amusements and shops with horse riding, fishing and golf on the links close by being only a sample of the many amenities available in this popular location. A further three miles up the coastline is the picturesque village of Bamburgh, which lies snuggled in the shadow of its majestic fortress and commands the power and presence of the seasoned television set it regularly becomes. Holy Island, the birthplace of Christianity and site of Lindisfarne Castle, can be seen from the unspoilt golden, sandy beach. Just a few miles inland is the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its own dramatic castle (and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy!). Visitors will enjoy a trip to Alnwick Garden, a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden including the Grand Cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe!

With three bedrooms and three shower facilities, Merrywind is an excellent choice for the gathering of families and friends seeking a prestigious coastal retreat to rest and refresh with easy access to one of the most glorious beaches in Northumberland, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Situated next to the owner’s home and surrounded by grounds that border Hexham Racecourse, Snooty Fox Cottage is the perfect location for guests wishing to really explore the area. Snooty Fox Cottage offers top quality accommodation with fabulous views across a stunning location. Great for couples wanting to treat themselves to a luxurious, romantic break, the property is quiet and private yet still lies only one and a half miles away from the popular market town of Hexham.

All on one level, Snooty Fox Cottage is perfect for guests of all ages and offers excellent fixtures and fittings throughout. Once two converted stables, Snooty Fox Cottage is spacious, light and airy and offers great views across the surrounding countryside. The living room is spacious and comfortable with top quality Karndean flooring and excellent quality sofas as well as French doors that open out onto the private garden area with outdoor seating and BBQ. The kitchen is open plan to the lounge, modern and well equipped with granite breakfast bar and worktops. The bedroom offers guests a zip and link bed that can be separated into two full twin beds or combined to make one super king size bed, and the en-suite bathroom offers a bath, separate shower cubicle and heated towel rail. There is ample parking for two cars and also plenty of outdoor furniture to use and enjoy.

Hexham is a popular tourist location and offers plenty of restaurants, bistros and cafes, as well as specialist boutiques, art galleries and gift shops. There is also a leisure centre with swimming pool, golf course, tennis courts and plenty of walks along the river for those guests who enjoy a more active holiday. For guests wanting to enjoy a theatre break, Hexham has its own theatre that is open all year round as well as many popular historic attractions including Hexham Old Gaol. Also perfect for guests wanting to enjoy a walking or cycling holiday, there are many established footpaths and cycle paths that lead directly through the owner’s grounds and out towards the towns and villages in the surrounding areas.

This is Hadrian’s Wall country and guests will be able to explore many of the historic Roman forts and settlements along the wall itself. A day trip to Vindolanda, Aydon Castle and Dilston Castle are a must as well as a trip to nearby Newcastle upon Tyne which is only a 20 minute drive away, and offers cultural centres including The Sage and the Centre for Life as well as an extensive range of shops and boutiques. The popular Metrocentre is based in Gateshead and can be reached within a 25 minute drive and offers guests the chance to browse through the largest shopping centre in Europe, as well as enjoying a meal in one of the many restaurants or a film in the multi-screen cinema.

Snooty Fox Cottage really is the perfect spot for a long weekend or mid week walking break, in a real gem of a location.

Only a few minutes walk from Warkworth Castle and the pretty village centre, this small, comfortable, detached holiday studio is an ideal base for exploring this friendly county. It is set within the friendly owners’ grounds yet offers privacy. With a ground floor kitchen and first floor lounge and bedroom area, this quirky studio is a super base for couples or two friends.

Warkworth has some charming little pubs and tea rooms with walks along the river where it is not unusual to see some rare birds. Nearby, the town of Amble which is reputedly ’the friendliest port’ has a working harbour, marina, Sunday market, fish and chip shops and plenty of varied amenities. Alnwick, with its famous castle featured in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, is only a few miles with cobbled streets and famous water gardens with a spectacular grand cascade, and the worlds largest tree house restaurant should not be missed. Warkworth is on the main Heritage coastal route which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and from here you can enjoy some glorious unspoilt beaches and rugged coastline.

The Studio is a handy base for your holiday and is ideal for reaching inland to the National Park, west to visit Hadrian’s Wall or north towards the borders.