La Hacendia Lodge, Northumberland

Felton 3.1 miles. La Hacendia is a pleasant lodge located in Thirston New Houses near Felton, Northumberland. The location is the perfect base for a family tour of historic towns and wonderful landscapes, both countryside and coast. Park in the off-road parking space and step inside your rural retreat; essential amenities for rustling up home-cooked meals are found in the well-appointed kitchen/diner, with seating for four guests to catch up on the day's events. A pretty sitting room with quaint furnishing, plush seating and a large Smart TV is perfect for film nights, relaxing with a good book or for rainy day games. The lodge is pet-friendly and welcomes two well-behaved dogs to curl up by the warmth of the electric fire after following you on your adventures. Unpack your belongings in one of two bedrooms in La Hacendia, including a king-size with a charming dress table and a TV for peaceful mornings watching your favourite shows under the sheets, alongside a lovely twin room. Both bedrooms have access to Jack and Jill shower room with a walk-in shower to rinse off after a fun-filled day. On a clear night, set up on the decking with a hot drink to watch the stars, or relax in the Hot Tub and catch the sun setting over the tranquil surrounding countryside. Younger guests have access to an on-site play area, whilst the whole family can enjoy nearby pub and two welcoming restaurants to take a break from cooking. An ideal spot for touring, the lovely village of Felton is a short journey away for dinner at The Northumberland Arms, a hot coffee in the popular Running Fox Café or a stroll in the sunshine around Felton Park. Jump in the car and visit Brinkburn Priory and Manor House, tucked away amongst the woodland along the River Coquet, to step back in time and admire the gothic architecture and explore the wonderful grounds. Morpeth is a historic market town south of the lodge; pack your clubs and head to Morpeth Golf Club, stroll through Carlisle Park and visit Morpeth Castle, and choose from a variety of eateries to fuel your day. A must-visit for its famous castle used in the Harry Potter movies, Alnwick sits in the north with the expansive Alnwick Gardens, where guests can dine in the popular Treehouse café, before exploring local history and culture in the snug Bailiffgate Museum, followed by enjoying one of Alnwick Castle's special Harry Potter events in a historical setting. Bring your family to La Hacendia for a rural escape to Northumberland.