Christmas Villas In Northumberland

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Albert - Verified booking

  We booked this cottage for 2 reasons, 1) dark skies so we could see stars without light pollution, we got clear cold nights but also a full moon, so we could only see the stars that we would see back at home.

  2) to have time away due to bonfire night, as our dog got very stressed last year at home, we got our wish and very chilled and relaxed dog. About the cottage.....WOW you get a lot of cottage for your money, particularly in off season, loads of internal space, photos don't do it justice and deceptive from front, if you are taking dog(s) there are safe areas for them front and back, back is preferred as you can see through several windows. Cast log stove makes lounge nice and cosy, watching flames dance with no lights on and a lovely moon rise in the old arch window, was a joy for me....but lost on the hound. Kitchen, plenty of space and enough utensils and cookware (take a water filter if you have one) water is from a bore hole, but tea is nicer having had water filtered. Bathroom, big, nice deep bath and separate shower.....but its the only one, if you have family of four, you may struggle at times. The area, well you got a forest on your doorstep, 2 rivers (1 front, 1 back) Kielder water not far away, Hadrian's wall (I recommend locating a place called the SILL) its a new education centre, great for kids. Hexham is nearest major town, lovely buildings, and shops a good park with skate park, nearest village is Bellingham, which has food shops, tea rooms, heritage centre with a railway carriage, a waterfall walk.....its a cracking area for those muddy walks and wide open spaces, my only gripe is dog and animals, the place is full of either sheep or cattle.....so no suitable places to let dog off lead, same with cottage area, only safe space to play is your rear enclosed garden, everywhere else has to be on lead. But apart from that I cannot recommend this cottage enough, for a autumn/winter hide away it's perfect.

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• Hannah - Verified booking

  When we arrived at the cottage we were immediately impressed by the cleanliness and quality of the place.

  The beds and linen were some of the best we have experienced and we were really impressed! The kitchen was well enough equipped for us, plenty of crockery and glassware to meet our needs and enough pans and dishes to cook easily. The fridge was a little small given the distance from a large supermarket, but was fine for the four of us. We can recommend sausages from Rothbury if you visit Cragside, absolutely amazing! The location was just what we wanted, seclusion, perfect dark skies and picturesque. We were able to walk from the front door and the cows and sheep were lovely to watch from the kitchen window! Simon was warm and friendly without being intrusive in the slightest. We were left a welcome pack and that was really generous. Overall a delightful and friendly host! The location for us was perfect, we toured all of Northumberland and popped into Scotland :) We saw the Milky Way and then warmed ourselves by the log burner, absolutely perfect! We are hoping to book to come back next summer, the area and the cottage has really stolen our hearts!

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• Graeme - Verified booking

  The decor, furnishings and utilities at the cottage are of a high standard.

  Coupled with the beautifully situated, quiet, remote location, this made for an excellent stay. No traffic noise, just delightful birdsong. The friendly and knowledgeable owner was on hand nearby (if needed) and gave us exceedingly useful information about the surrounding area and local wildlife. Instructions in the cottage were comprehensive and clear. Local amenities for groceries and petrol were just a short drive away as were many good pubs selling quality real ales with decent food. Plenty of delightful tourist destinations just a short drive away for great days out (e.g. Kielder, Wallington Hall, Chesters Fort, Housesteads, Sycamore Gap, Belsay Hall). Fabulous! I would imagine Gallow Law Cottage receives many repeat bookings!

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• Maxine - Verified booking

  I would definitely book through Sykes Holiday Cottages again.

  My father was rushed in to hospital the day before we were due to go on our holiday, when I called Sykes Cottages, the lady I spoke to was fabulous, she had such empathy and was very helpful. We did get to go on our holiday, a day later than booked and I have to say that the cottage did not disappoint, it was lovely, the perfect place for us to rest and recuperate. The cottage was very clean and the way the rooms were presented was like walking into a 5 star hotel. Sitting in the conservatory looking out over the fields every morning and evening was the perfect way to start and end our days. We will definitely stay in this cottage again and would highly recommend it.

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• Deborah - Verified booking

  Our second stay at Adderstone Cottage and once again, it was a great week.

  Being lucky with the weather, we managed to use all areas of the cottage - we even sat outside in the sunshine one afternoon after a long walk. The conservatory is a brilliant space and was well used for eating, reading, playing games and just listening to the radio. The bedrooms are clean and comfortable. Likewise the three bathrooms. With 6 adults and 1 dog sharing the space, there was more than enough crockery and cutlery not to mention cooking utensils. It's location just off the A1 means the cottage is ideally placed for visiting all areas in Northumberland. And yet it still has a sense of remoteness as it's outlook is over neighbouring fields.

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