Bellingham Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Maureen - Verified booking

  The listing was very accurate in most respects but failed to add that there was a tumble dryer, which was great bonus.

  The cottage was lovely, comfortable and clean and the welcome pack of a cake, milk and wine was a real treat. There were fresh flowers in the kitchen and living room and the views were glorious. The pretty garden highlight was a path up to an old railway bridge and a short walk to a little spinney with a bench overlooking the Rede valley. Bellingham was a short drive away, handy for shopping, a post office and a cash machine at the Co-Op. It is a twenty minute drive to Kielder and about an hour to the coast, so ideal for getting about. There is a riverside walk if you have dogs, as we do, but otherwise it is not ideal due to the narrow road outside which leads to Bellingham. You need to listen out for oncoming traffic when crossing. That was the only downside. Thoroughly recommend this cottage and would go again.

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• Allan - Verified booking

  The cottage was beautifully appointed, comfortable and felt immediately very welcoming (there were also teas, coffee, milk, cake and a bottle of fizz awaiting us on arrival) with everything we needed for the three of us to have a very relaxing holiday.

  The garden was interesting to explore, on several levels, with it's own bridge over a disused railway leading from the back garden to a little wooded area, places to sit and admire the views from the front garden, and you could walk in the adjacent fields from the cottage and across the road down to the river. The owners left great information about the local area, saying that they lived just a short distance away if we needed anything, which we didn't as from our point of view they had pretty much thought of everything! The village just a mile away was very convenient for shopping with a small supermarket, bakers, cafes, takeaway etc and the location we found to be generally excellent as a base to explore, with plenty to do within easy reach - we would certainly like to return, both to the area and the cottage.

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• Nick - Verified booking

  We live only an hour away by the coast but fancied a few days' break exploring the Kielder area.

  Granary Cottage proved to be the perfect base. A meticulously planned and implemented conversion of old farm buildings, the cottage offers warmth, comfort and very spacious accommodation for up to four people (it would be ideal for two couples). It offers impressive and well-equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge with proper seating for four, and two generous bedrooms with smart en-suites that would put many top hotels to shame. Spotlessly clean on arrival and nice to be left a welcome basket with local treats. The hosts were so friendly and, despite being busy on the farm, were always happy to chat and recommend local places to visit and places to eat. The cottage is ideally placed for visits to many of Northumberland's top attractions. An all round five-star experience. Thank you!

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• Joanne - Verified booking

  We had a fantastic 3 night break at the property at the end of April 2022.

  The cottage was beautiful and very homely, we all really enjoyed the relaxed vibe of the cottage. The gardens were great to sit in and soak up the view of the surrounding fields and the dogs loved exploring especially up and over the bridge to the rear of the property. The lemon drizzle cake was lovely and a slice was had by each of us along with a glass of the Prosecco which the owners of the cottage had left for us on arrival. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen very well equipped and the wood burning fire in the living room was fab to relax in front of in the evening. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back later in the year!

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• Jennifer - Verified booking

  This cottage was recommended by a friend who stayed here last year.

  I will now also recommend to others. Cosy and homely. Basics and luxuries provided, including fresh flowers, was really nice and appreciated. It was like staying in a friend's home rather than rented house. Bumped into Lesley the owner a couple of times and I felt like I belonged in the village for the short time I was there. The woodland in the grounds was jaw droppingly fantastic. I'm pleased all that part of the grounds is not included in the photos on the website, as the joy of discovering and walking through that part with my anxious dog able to investigate off lead safely will always stay with me.

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