5.0★
Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages rating
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5 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
159 Customer Review(s)
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Neil 
“A fantastic find.”
The immediate local area is well served with pubs, shops and eateries. Really friendly and helpful host and locals. It is a place that is ideally situated for walking. We never needed to use our car once all week. The cottage is within rambling distance of Hadrian's Wall and a host of other destinations. The property provides a range of walking guides including 22 local routes detailed in the Haltwhistle Rings series of pamphlets. There is fantastic year round public transport provision (AD ...
The immediate local area is well served with pubs, shops and eateries. Really friendly and helpful host and locals. It is a place that is ideally situated for walking. We never needed to use our car once all week. The cottage is within rambling distance of Hadrian's Wall and a host of other destinations. The property provides a range of walking guides including 22 local routes detailed in the Haltwhistle Rings series of pamphlets. There is fantastic year round public transport provision (AD 122 bus up and down to all points on the wall) including a well served railway station on the Carlisle to Newcastle line. The cosy cottage is set back from the road and is therefore quiet and secluded, with a small front garden and drive. To the rear of the property is a sheltered terrace overlooking the owners well tended and enclosed garden. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property. This is attested to by the many repeat customers detailed in the visitor's book.
- Neil, October 2024 -
Claudia “Dear Sue and Nick.”
Many thanks for your warm welcome and exceptional hospitality. We really enjoyed our stay in your super cosy cottage, which was a real home from home. Also thanks for your tip regarding the concert at Wallington. Really enjoyed it and it was lovely to see Nick in his element. Should any of our friends and family want to travel to Northumberland in the future we will gladly recommend your place. For now take care until we might meet again. Pascal and Claudia
- Claudia, October 2024Thank you so much for your lovely review of Crescent Cottage, I am so pleased you had such an enjoyable holiday. Nick was delighted you went to Wallington and enjoyed hearing the Northumbrian pipes. Thank you also for your recommendation to friends. We shall be delighted to see you (or them) again sometime. With very best wishes. Sue. Property Owner
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Deborah “This was a really lovely holiday cottage, with kind and helpful owners.”
It was very clean and thoughtfully decorated, cosy and warm.
- Deborah, October 2024 -
Robert “This is a delightful cottage, well equipped, warm and spacious.”
The location was excellent for our needs - digging at Magna and enjoying the shops and walks round the friendly town of Haltwhistle. Such a warm welcome with flowers, lovely scones, cream and home-made jam. The view into the enclosed garden from the kitchen and terrace was a constant pleasure. We plan to return.
- Robert, September 2024 -
Elizabeth “Property very comfortable and well equipped.”
Great access to walks and places of interest locally and further afield. Owner very helpful and friendly. Haltwhistle itself very quiet town. Shops, apart from supermarkets, close early!
- Elizabeth, August 2024 -
Richard “Crescent Cottage was comfortable and well equipped with everything in good working order.”
I particularly appreciated the easy parking and access to the garage for my bicycle. The cottage was very quiet but is in the town centre with Sainsbury’s about 4 minutes walk away. The town is well connected with bus services east and west and a surprisingly frequent service in both directions from the railway station. With nearby Hadrian’s wall and pleasant countryside Haltwhistle is great holiday destination. I would definitely recommend.
- Richard, June 2024 -
Colin James “We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”
The owners were really nice and helpful and made sure that we had everything. Definitely somewhere to go back to.
- Colin James, May 2024 -
Rob “Great cottage in a great location we stayed here for 2 weeks while I was a volunteer excavator at Magna fort on Hadrian's Wall while my wife was hosting family and friends.”
The cottage is a great set up, comfortable bedrooms large living room. Kitchen with fine garden area that was beautiful. Susan was a wonderful host. Train connections were very good. Haltwhistle is a great spot, pubs, grocery, a few shops and wonderful scenery out the door. If we are heading back to Hadrian's Wall we know where we will stay.
- Rob, March 2024 -
L Inda “We had a wonderful time at Crescent Cottage very, very Warm and Comfortable and everything you could possibly need and more,Sue and Nick very helpful…the scones and jam were lovely Very Central and handy for Buses and Trains.”
Hopefully be back next year. Tommy and Lynda ,Cumbria
- L Inda, October 2023 -
Rebecca “Staying in the lovely cottage felt just like staying with old friends.”
A warm and welcoming home from home, we lacked for nothing. We especially enjoyed the fresh scones and a hot drink after our long journey. Sue and Nick were available should the need arise both for conversation and suggestions. It’s a great base for visiting many places; a walk along the burn is a must!
- Rebecca, September 2023 -
Anthony “We can only agree with all the excellent reviews, which are fully justified.”
The cottage is very well equipped, comfortable and clean. The wifi is good There is an attractive sitting out area. Parking is easy. The "upside down" layout works very well. The cottage is very close to the town centre, but at the same time very quiet and private. Haltwhistle is at the centre of beautiful countryside and other attractions, including of course the best sections of Hadrian's Wall, and with good roads in all directions
- Anthony, August 2023 -
Claire “Comfortable accommodation in a great location.”
- Claire, July 2023 -
Patricia “Great cottage, it was very comfortable and clean; we wanted for nothing.”
The home-made scones and jam were very welcoming on our arrival. There are lots of walks directly from the cottage and places to visit by car or bus. The owners were very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this place.
- Patricia, July 2023 -
Jeffrey “We didn't really know what to expect from the property described as an upside down house.”
It sounded interesting and it didn't disappoint. The cottage is very spacious and comfortable and very well appointed. There was nothing that we thought would have been nice to have but didn't and in fact I had taken several things I didn't need as they were provided. Sue and Nick were excellent hosts. They live next door and so are on hand to help with any problems (though we didn't have any). They are very friendly and willing to help with advice if asked but also give guests the space to enjoy their holiday. Haltwhistle is a great little town with a lot of amenities for its size and good rail and bus links. Its an excellent base for walking or exploring Hadrian's Wall territory. My husband was excavating at Vindolanda and the location of the cottage was perfect for this.
- Jeffrey, June 2023 -
Helen “A real home from home, with everything you could need and loads of space, internet, parking, excellent equipment and pleasant garden area.”
The little touches like dishwasher tablets and hand wash provided, and the cake to welcome us were really helpful. The location is perfect for walking the Hadrian's Wall path and seeing the best of the Roman remains as well as other general visiting this lovely area. We loved our week: thank you!
- Helen, May 2023 -
Hazel “The cottage met our needs perfectly.”
Such a delightful place, everything was spick and span. The kitchen was very well equipped, nice to have more than the basics, all quality crocks and lots of them. Sitting out on the patio was lovely, overlooking the owners beautiful garden, full of bird song. Haltwhistle is a nice regenerated, friendly town, good places to eat and buy food supplies. A great location for touring Hadrians Wall and the surrounding stunning Northumberland countryside. Buses were great too, so no need to drive all the time.
- Hazel, May 2023 -
Anne “Friendly hosts, this is a lovely warm and cosy cottage with all the facility’s required for a relaxing holiday.”
It’s jewel in the crown is it’s proximity to the beautiful Northumberland National Park, Hadrians Wall and it’s forts and museums. Spectacular in every way and not to be missed.
- Anne, October 2022 -
Henry “The cottage is in an excellent location, close to everything of Roman interest.”
The cottage itself is extremely clean warm and cosy. Every household item has been thought about, and generously provided. Couples or families can expect to enjoy a trouble free and happy holiday at this cottage and Haltwhistle. Finally, Sainsburys or fish and chips are within short walking distance!
- Henry, September 2022 -
Fiona “We had a wonderful stay at Crescent Cottage.”
Sue was extremely welcoming and gave us lots of top tips for the area. Everything was catered for in the Cottage and we didn't want for nothing. The surrounding area is beautiful and the train station only a 5 min walk away. We had days out in both Carlisle and Newcastle. Vindolanda is well worth visiting and really interesting. Thank you Sue for letting us use your Cottage. We'll definitely be recommending to others.
- Fiona, August 2022 -
Robert “Sue and Nick were excellent hosts, very friendly and with good local advice.”
We thoroughly enjoyed our week: Crescent Cottage was first-rate in all ways. We loved the patio garden view. Everything was provided to ensure a comfortable base for exploring the wonderful surrounding scenery.
- Robert, June 2022 -
Linda “Owner very welcoming and helpful.”
Lovely property in the heart of the Town. Extremely well equipped cottage. Off road parking a bonus. Would highly recommend property. Warm welcome with a lovely home made lemon drizzle cake on arrival.
- Linda, May 2022 -
Linda “A lovely, cosy, well equipped and brilliantly situated cottage.”
Sue, the owner, could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The cottage is fairly centrally situated in the small town so within easy walking distance to shops, pubs and a supermarket but feels very secluded and quiet. Haltwhistle is a perfect place to stay for walkers with excellent train and bus links if you want to leave the car behind. Would highly recommend this property.
- Linda, May 2022 -
Nigel “Only one place to stay if you're going to Haltwhistle and its got to be Crescent Cottage.”
- Nigel, May 2022 -
Sue “Lovely cottage - spacious lounge diner, clean and well-equipped.”
Pleasant outdoor sitting area overlooking attractive garden. Friendly owner, welcoming introduction then left in peace but on-hand if needed. Great location, quiet but a couple of minutes to good pubs, shops and takeaway. Plenty to do/explore nearby.
- Sue, April 2022 -
Sheila “We really enjoyed our stay at Crescent Cottage.”
The property has all you need for a relaxing holiday. Sue the owner lives next door and was on hand if you needed any information, and she also makes lovely scones which were much appreciated. There is a good bus and train service so no need to use the car.
- Sheila, March 2022 -
Bev “Lovely & cosy.”
Warm welcome from the owner - lots of information provided about the surroundings , walks etc Great facilities at the cottage - very comfortable bed. Thank you so much - would highly recommend .
- Bev, March 2022 -
Jane “Crescent Cottage proved the perfect long weekend retreat.”
The buildings’s upside-down layout is spacious and extremely comfortable. The hosts could not be more welcoming or accommodating. Haltwhistle may well be the Centre of Britain it’s certainly at the heart of this region and its many attractions. We walked the South Tyne Trail to the elegant Lambley Viaduct, and even managed several miles of a rain-lashed Hadrian’s Wall. Allen Banks, Bewcastle and Lanercost Priory also recommended.
- Jane, November 2021 -
Jenny “We had a lovely stay.”
Our hosts were welcoming and helpful. The cottage was everything we hoped for and more. The kitchen was well appointed and had everything needed to cook full meals. The location was fantastic for exploring Northumberland.
- Jenny, August 2021 -
Andy “The accomodation was extremely clean and spacious.”
The outdoor area that overlooks the owners lovely walled garden is a great place to relax and have a BBQ. Sue the owner was extremely helpful and friendly and when we arrived we were greeted with a very tasty homemade cake! Although the property is in the centre of Haltwhistle is is on a very quite side street yet conveniently close to all the ammenities that Haltwhistle offers. The local area is fantastic for walking without the need to get in the car. The local leisure centre is also recommended and offers a great outdoor heated swimming pool and tennis court. Highly recommended.
- Andy, July 2021 -
Clare “Loved this cottage, great location in the centre of Haltwhistle but still quiet, comfortable and well equipped, lovely little courtyard to sit and eat in with a bbq, with lovely garden outlook (though no access to garden so just for the view).”
Sue the host was great and did everything and more to make sure we had a lovely holiday. Highly recommended.
- Clare, July 2021 -
Graham “Excellent accommodation & host.”
- Graham, July 2021 -
Joy “Very comfortable accommodation with friendly helpful owners living next door.”
Sue and Nick made us feel very at home in their cottage. Hope to return
- Joy, June 2021 -
Judith “Perfect location for local shops and transport links.”
Very comfortable cottage overlooking owners pretty garden. Owners very helpful. Well equipped for preparing meals, washing clothes after muddy walks etc. Would go back.
- Judith, June 2021 -
Susan “My husband and I stayed at the cottage in May 2021 for a few days and it was absolutely brilliant.”
The location of the cottage is central and handy for all that you need (supermarkets, pharmacy, pubs, takeaway s etc). Walks are nearby too or clearly signposted if you fancy doing Hadrian’s Wall (car is advised for the Wall). The cottage was clean and spacious and equipped with what we needed. The owner was really helpful and contactable if needed. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it
- Susan, May 2021 -
Christopher “A lovely cottage which was cottage was spotlessly clean and Sue had done everything possible to ensure our safety during these difficult times.”
- Christopher, October 2020 -
Geraldine “Sue made us very welcome.”
she took our luggage from and back to the railway station which we very much appreciated. the biscuits she left for us in the kitchen were delicious and im only sorry i forgot to pop into sainsburys to buy some to take home. the cottage is very pleasant and the patio had the weather been a little kinder would be an excellent place to sit out and enjoy the view of the garden. the cottage has everything you need for a relaxing stay. the surrounding area is excellent for walks, the local pubs and shops are served by friendly staff. and everywhere felt safe, clean and inviting.
- Geraldine, September 2020 -
Mary “Very warm comfortable accommodation and well equipped .”
Among concerns about the Covid 19 Pandemic, we felt really confident about our stay at Crescent Cottage The owners were welcoming without being fussy. The cottage is situated in a quiet location but well placed (within walking distance) for shops and eateries. We would visit again.
- Mary, September 2020 -
Callum “This is a very well equipped and spacious cottage that had everything we needed.”
It’s conveniently located near the centre of Haltwhistle but still away from the noise. Very good for walking and near some stunning scenery at Hadrian’s Wall, Allen’s Banks and a bit further away at Kielder Forest. Also handy for a trip by train to Newcastle or Carlisle.
- Callum, September 2019 -
Stella “The cottage is very well equiped and comfortable with lots of books and local information.”
The hosts are very helpful and welcoming, nothing is too much trouble, all the other reviews are correct! The cottage has a very central location in the town with shops, pubs etc only a few minutes walk away but the location is also very quiet. Haltwhistle is a great little town for exploring Hadrians Wall as it is in "5 star wall country" with lots of great walks nearby, the wall is only about two miles from the cottage.
- Stella, September 2019 -
Kevin “We had a warm welcome from Sue and Nick who provided us with some very good tips and information about the area.”
The location of the cottage was ideal with shops and eateries within easy walking distance and with easy transport links to all the local historic sites. The cottage was very comfortable with a great outside area where we enjoyed a cold beer overlooking the lovely garden.
- Kevin, July 2019 -
David “Great cottage, very well appointed, would recommend whole heartedly.”
Sue was ever helpful. Could not have enjoyed the cottage more,
- David, June 2019 -
Ruth “The cottage was most comfortable, the weather was chilly but the heating & hot water worked very well, keeping us warm throughout our stay.”
The kitchen is well equipped & we ate in a fair amount of the time. There is a Sainsbury's very close by which was ideal. We also had 2 very good meals at the Centre of Britain hotel in the main Street. Haltwhistle is a perfect location for exploring the Roman forts & Hadrian's wall. Very scenic area for walking. It was also easy to visit Carlisle, Hexham & Corbridge by bus & Newcastle by train from the local station within walking distance of the cottage. Many thanks to Sue & Nick for a most pleasant stay - making us most welcome with fresh flowers & cake upon arrival. We certainly would recommend Crescent cottage.
- Ruth, May 2019 -
Adrian “A very lovely cottage, it had all the facilities we needed.”
The hosts were very welcoming and helpfully telling us about the facilities and attractions in the area. We had a great time visiting the many roman sites in the area. By the end of the break we can honestly say we were 'romaned out'.
- Adrian, May 2019 -
Debra “Had a brilliant stay for Easter weekend at crescent cottage haltwhistle .”
With my family . Cottage is lovely .very cozy everything you need . The garden area is beautiful for a cheeky g&T. It's in a great location but very peaceful. The hosts are really helpfull who are near by if you need anything .we will defo be back thax Debra & family from Blaydon .
- Debra, April 2019 -
Neil “Lovely people Convenient location.”
Beautiful cottage.
- Neil, December 2018 -
Caroline “We had a fabulous time in Crescent Cottage.”
It is warm and cosy and we looked forward to returning there at the end of each day. The location is very convenient: an easy walk to Haltwhistle Burn and the Wall and also just a couple of minutes from shops and pubs. The owners, Sue and Nick, are charming and welcoming. They couldn't have been more helpful and were a joy to meet. The surrounding countryside is stunning and the history, of course, fascinating. We chose this cottage because of the glowing reviews. Now it's our turn to add yet another one to the list!
- Caroline, October 2018 -
Laina “Very comfortable cottage, well equipped,m friendly & welcoming owner and in an excellent position for exploring all things Roman.”
Our second visit and, again, it met all expectations
- Laina, September 2018 -
Sabine “The cottage was lovely: comfortable, cosy, beautifully decorated, spacious and perfectly equipped.”
Nick and Sue, the owners, who live next door, were very kind and friendly (fresh flowers and delicious coffee cake to welcome us!) and helpful giving us a lift from and to the station (which is in fact not at all far away, but after the two-day journey by train and ship from Germany, we were very grateful)! Highly recommendable cottage in a great locaton: everything you need just around the corner and excellent for walking and hiking, too: beautiful walks at lovely South Tyne Valley and Haltwhistle Burn Gorge. We did have a wonderful time at Crescent Cottage! Thank you so much, Sue and Nick! Danke schön!
- Sabine, September 2018 -
Alison “Excellent property in a great location with the very helpful owner next door.”
Very, very highly recommended.
- Alison, August 2018 -
Samantha “We had a lovely stay in Cresent Cottage.”
Thanks to Sue and Nick for the welcome pack and the helpful advice. The cottage was ideally situated near all the local facilities and was a very comfortable place to relax.
- Samantha, July 2018 -
David “Very comfortable clean quiet cottage, the owners were there on our arrival and explained all that we needed to know with regards to the cottage and facilities we might need in town.”
It was also nice to have the use of a garage for our car enabling us to forget it and enjoy the lovely walks close by and the use of a regular bus service or train service to pretty much wherever your compass might lead you. The cottage, the owners, the town and area we can highly recommend, we had a brilliant holiday.
- David, June 2018 -
Graham “A superb cottage , in a surprisingly quiet location ,convenient position for the many sites of historical interest.”
- Graham, June 2018 -
Joan “The cottage was even better than we expected.”
One of the best we’ve ever stayed in. Excellent facilities and owner was friendly, helpful, welcoming yet not intrusive. We definitely hope to go back. Location is superb.
- Joan, April 2018 -
Juliet “A very pretty, well-equipped cottage, with little extras that are most helpful, such as condiments, kitchen roll, books, games and puzzles, and lots of local information, plus home-made cake and fresh garden flowers to welcome us.”
The furnishings are very good and decor is tasteful, and it is a surprisingly peaceful location, as well as close to the town centre and many lovely walks. We had a very good holiday there.
- Juliet, April 2018 -
Philip “Great location and the cottage was fantastic.”
The upside down living really worked well. Great to have a garage to put bikes and bike rack when not in use. The local shops where only 1 minute walk, but with a 3 minute walk you are in the countryside and walking by a river. Owner was very helpfull with local info. Haltwhistle is great central location for Kielder, the moors, or the east or west coast.
- Philip, March 2018 -
Timothy “The cottage itself was charming on first view and very comfortable, clean and welcoming.”
Our hosts, Sue and Nick were very welcoming, friendly and charming with lots of knowledge about the surrounding area. The cottage contained more than expected, with games, movies and books for those quiet moments and lots of information on local attractions which proved to be very useful. Upon arrival a welcome cake was waiting with tea and coffee materials to hand to ease our way into the stay. There is so much to see and do in the area coving historic monuments, walking, cycling, swimming and night out to name but a few. Haltwhistle is just about centre to most locations in the North and a short drive can take you from Newcastle to Carlisle, Cumbria to Scotland a great touring starting point. I would heartily recommend this charming cottage to anyone wanting to visit the North and will look forward to returning in the future
- Timothy, September 2017 -
Christina “A very comfortable cottage!”
A living room upstairs, kitchen and bathroom reached through the living room. A sturdy handrail in the stairs. A very good place for exploring Hadrian´s wall as most places are at a maximum of 30 minutes drive away. We also got as far as to Wall´s End in the east and to Maryport in the West in an hour. The cottage lies close to shops in Haltwhistle. Many thanks for the welcome and advice we got from Sue!
- Christina, April 2017 -
Rebecca “Such a lovely cottage in Haltwhistle and much more spacious than expected.”
A very characterful upside down cottage with everything we needed and more. Sue was absolutely lovely. Milk, homemade scones and jam were waiting for us, plus an Easter egg for our son. Haltwhistle is a lovely village with shops and pubs on the doorstep, plus lovely walks. Lots of places to visit, just a short drive away. Perfect for families and couples alike. Thank you for a great holiday.
- Rebecca, April 2017 -
Martin “Extremely comfortable and well equipped cottage.”
Had everything you'd need. Sainsbury's was just around the corner. Great location. Wifi was excellent. We were welcomed by Sue with homemade scones, plum jam and goats butter - delicious! Would recommend.
- Martin, March 2017 -
Dee “Everything you needed was in this cottage.”
.5 star accomodation
- Dee, November 2016 -
Guy “The most important feature of this holiday cottage is the quality of the furnishings and fittings.”
The spacious sitting room was very comfortable, as were the beds. The kitchen was provided with all the equipment that could possibly be required and contained very elegant crockery and glassware. The warm welcome from the hosts was much appreciated and this attitude was reflected by the local townspeople in all the shops, pubs and restaurants. A highly recommended holiday venue.
- Guy, October 2016 -
William “Haltwhistle was a surprising little town with good facilities with just about everything you could need.”
...and a railway station with excellent service to Newcastle and Carlisle. Hexham and Corbridge are lovely towns well worthy of visits. We were primarily on a walking holiday and the walks and countryside were delightful. The cottage itself was excellent. This is an area with which we were not familiar but will certainly revisit.
- William, October 2016 -
Laina “One of the best holiday homes we've stayed in.”
Owners very friendly and helpful, house extremely comfortable and well equipped. Very pleased .
- Laina, September 2016 -
Barbara “The home made scones, jam and fresh cut flowers were such a lovely touch.”
The cottage was so comfortable and had everything we needed. It was so close to all the areas we wanted to see and walk. We booked it so our Dutch /Norwegian visitors could walk Hadrians wall and all the dsabled cottages had been booked already. The stairs were difficult for my husband and I but we managed and are so glad we did. We've had such a lovely experience and Sue and Nick were so friendly and helpful. The cottage was outstanding with such a beautiful garden.
- Barbara, August 2016 -
Sarah “Having visited Crescent Cottage last year and loved it, we booked again this year.”
It is very clean and comfortable, located perfectly for Hadrian's Wall and Haltwhistle itself has lots of circular walks. We discovered this year some art activities for the children to do in Haltwhistle on the odd rainy day! We highly recommend Crescent Cottage. The owners are very helpful and friendly and provide you with a delicious chocolate cake and a pint of milk on arrival which is lovely after a long journey.
- Sarah, August 2016 -
Dawn “Our stay in Crescent Cottage was fantastic.”
The owner was very warm and welcoming. The cottage was immaculate in every way & we will recommend it to everyone.
- Dawn, July 2016 -
Alison “Excellent location, very convenient for town, Hadrians Wall and beautiful Northumberland countryside.”
Very comfortable and spacious cottage. The patio area was lovely with views of the very pretty garden with lots of bird life. The owners next door were very warm and welcoming with lots of helpful tips and advice.
- Alison, May 2016 -
Grant “Crescent Cottage is situated in the centre of Haltwistle, which has everything you'll need, plus an excellent pub.”
The cottage is ideally placed for exploring Hadrian's Wall and is clean, quirky and full of character. The owners were very nice and gave us a warm welcome.
- Grant, April 2016 -
Helena “A fantastic cottage run by a very helpful and friendly host.”
Personally we felt the cottage was perfect for a holiday in the UK in November when the weather is cold and wet. Providing a washer and dryer made life so much more comfortable as we were out every day either mountain biking or walking. Also, even though the cottage is in the town it was so quiet.
- Helena, November 2015 -
Dorothy “This was a delightful and comfortable Cottage in a lovely location close to Hadrian's Wall and exactly as portrayed in the details.”
- Dorothy, October 2015 -
Sarah “Crescent Cottage is delightful.”
It has everything you need for a perfect break in Northumberland. The cottage is well equipped and furnished to a very high standard. All in all, Crescent Cottage is a wonderful place to stay.
- Sarah, August 2015 -
Isobel “Excellent accommodation and location.”
- Isobel, July 2015 -
Kathryn “The cottage was much bigger than it appeared on the outside.”
It was a really lovely bright, warm, comfortable place and really close to all amenities yet lovely and peaceful. The owners couldn't have been more helpful and provided loads of really useful information. The weather was fantastic over the Easter weekend which was a bonus and everywhere we went people were really helpful and friendly. The holiday was absolutely perfect.
- Kathryn, April 2015 -
Ian “The property was outstanding and the owner was very friendly.”
Probably the best cottage we have ever stayed in.
- Ian, March 2015 -
Kenneth “Haltwhistle was an excellent centre to explore Hadrian's Wall and Crescent Cottage was an ideal base.”
Having the owners next door was an added bonus.
- Kenneth, September 2014 -
Caroline “The location was great for seeing Hadrian's Wall sites.”
Plenty of shops in the village for everyday needs as well as takeaways. Good pub food at the Black Bull. The house was clean and comfortable, a real home-from-home. Easily the best holiday cottage we have stayed in. The owners were friendly and helpful.
- Caroline, August 2014 -
Dana “Definitely the best rental property we have ever used.”
The house was immaculate but also very comfortable and cosy. Perfect for a family to enjoy. The garden was just lovely and the owner makes you feel very much at home. The village was also ideal for a holiday spot; very small but with two butchers, grocery stores, pubs so everything available and within walking distance. Beautiful spot in rural England that we would highly recommend to anyone!
- Dana, August 2014 -
Deborah “A lovely comfortable cottage in a great location, perfect for exploring Hadrian's Wall and the surrounding area.”
We were made very welcome by the owners who could not have been more helpful and charming. Good local amenities, plus a terrace overlooking a wonderful garden and lots of nice big sofas for relaxing in the evening! We would highly recommend Crescent Cottage and we hope to be going back as soon as we can escape again!
- Deborah, June 2014 -
David “Centrally located for all local amenities but still private and peaceful.”
Easy parking!
- David, February 2014 -
Linda “We parked the car on the day we arrived and did not use it again until we went home.”
Great walking straight from the door to Hadrian's wall. We used the train to visit Newcastle and Carlisle. The cottage was warm and cosy. The town location was great, but it was very quiet. Shops, takeaways and pubs all just minutes walk away. We had a great week and would love to return.
- Linda, October 2013 -
Terry “Cottage was excellent, if you are thinking of booking it then do it before someone else does.”
Owner lives next door and was very pleasant and helpful without being obtrusive. The cottage is well furnished and very comfortable with parking for two large cars and a large garage.
- Terry, September 2013 -
Ann “We loved the warmth and cosiness of Crescent Cottage.”
The garden was delightful. The owners were welcoming and helpful. The cottage's location was excellent and unbelievably peaceful, despite being in the middle of a town. It was a pleasure to return 'home' there at the end of each day's sight-seeing.
- Ann, August 2013 -
Diane “A lovely, cosy cottage with easy access to fantastic walking.”
- Diane, May 2013 -
Margaret “It was a lovely cosy cottage.”
- Margaret, March 2013 -
Andrew “We received a lovely, friendly welcome and the cottage was spotless.”
I would definitely recommend to friends and family, lovely holiday.
- Andrew, March 2013 -
Marion and Peter “Very convenient position, buses & trains a few minutes walk away.”
Helpful, friendly hosts; we really appreciated the fresh flowers, milk, & cake when we arrived. An extremely comfortable & cosy cottage which we look forward to visiting again.
- Marion and Peter, September 2012 -
Katherine “We were given an excellent welcome by the owners.”
The cottage was warm, comfortable and spacious. The furnishings and décor were of a high quality. Secure bicycle storage and car parking was provided. There was lots of local information available in the house. Extensive collection of books and games for our use. The best self catering accommodation I have found. We have already recommended this cottage to our friends.
- Katherine, September 2012 -
Gerard “The cottage is situated very close to the town and two miles from Hadrian's Wall.”
The owner was extremely helpful but not intrusive. Haltwhistle is a great base for a holiday.
- Gerard, September 2012 -
Tracey “Could not fault anything.”
All excellent.
- Tracey, August 2012 -
Julie “We had a very warm and friendly welcome, the cottage was perfect for our needs and we wanted for nothing.”
It was ideally suited both within the town and for exploring Northumberland
- Julie, August 2012 -
S “Central location for walking Hadrian's Wall and visiting the North of England.”
The owner made us feel very welcome and provided maps for walking and cycling in the area with excellent hospitality and food at the Black Bull and Milecastle Inn. Excellent! 2 for 2 Sykes - keep up the good work!
- S, July 2012 -
Jacqueline “The cottage was in a lovely location - perfect for Hadrian's wall and local attractions.”
So much to see and do. The owners made us welcome and gave us advice on local walks, attractions and amenities, they were on hand if we needed them, but left us alone to enjoy a peaceful week. We will return in the future.
- Jacqueline, June 2012 -
Robin “An excellent property in a great location with very helpful and kind owners.”
We could not have wished for a nicer property.
- Robin, June 2012 -
Sarah “It was a very comfortable and well equipped cottage with a lot of period charm.”
The owners were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed using the private patio overlooking the owners gorgeous colourful walled garden. It was very handy having parking for two cars.
- Sarah, May 2012 -
Peter “The house was perfect in every way.”
The place was well equipped and had everything we required. I would recommend it to anyone that was thinking of a holiday in Northumberland. We went there to walk the Hadrian's wall national trail and found that Haltwhistle was ideally placed with rail and bus links together with good food in the local pub.
- Peter, May 2012 -
Doug “We enjoyed the warmth of the local people and the friendly and available owners.”
The property was quiet and well equipped, a lovely base for our many visits in the area.
- Doug, April 2012 -
Dawn “The location was lovely and the owners very friendly and welcoming.”
We would recommend this property to our friends and family. A very enjoyable holiday.
- Dawn, March 2012 -
Cheryl “Lovely warm and homely cottage.”
The owners very helpful and friendly. Within walking distance of Hadrian's Wall, great scenery and walks. Cottage was handy for the shops, pubs, and restaurants but in a quiet area.
- Cheryl, February 2012 -
Doreen “Sykes staff were very helpful.”
The cottage was so warm and welcoming and had everything we could have wished for which impressed the Italians in our company. All was so very clean and made everyone feel quite at home, a great holiday.
- Doreen, December 2011 -
Trevor “The cottage was very spacious and comfortable.”
It was close to the supermarket and town centre, yet nice and quiet. The owners welcoming and helpful.
- Trevor, September 2011 -
Robert “All four of us were thrilled with the cottage and the amenities provided by the hosts.”
The cake and flowers provided by the hosts were a nice touch and much appreciated. Walking Hadrian's Wall and the local history was initially the prime reason for choosing the cottage location and we all liked the little market town of Haltwhistle and surrounding towns very much and the locals were very friendly.
- Robert, August 2011 -
L “The house was very comfortable and well equipped with good quality furnishings and crockery.”
The patio area overlooked the owners beautiful garden.The owners lived next door and were very welcoming and helpful. They left scones and jam and milk for our arrival. This is one of the best cottages we have ever stayed in.
- L, August 2011 -
Jayne “A very cosy cottage in an excellent location.”
It had good facilities for self catering and a good heating and hot water system.
- Jayne, June 2011 -
Lyn “Quiet relaxing cottage, comfortable and with easy reach of towns pubs and shops.”
- Lyn, June 2011 -
Peter J “We received a very friendly welcome.”
The cottage was really comfortable. Haltwhistle is a friendly little town, well positioned for easy access to all attractions. Highly recommended!
- Peter J, April 2011 -
Trevor “We felt immediately at home, we use Sykes Cottages often and this is the star in their crown.”
We would love to go back!
- Trevor, April 2011 -
Mr Lowe “The cottage is excellent, exactly placed to see the best of Hadrians Wall.”
Facilities were A1, and the chocolate cake was a personal touch that lasted all week. We would go back just for the cake!
- Mr Lowe, October 2010 -
Dean “Welcomed by owners which was nice as well as the cake and milk left for us.”
Lots of info on local services; good bus and train services. 'Black Bull' pub very good for food, atmosphere and very popular.
- Dean, September 2010 -
T “Very convenient for bus and rail travel.”
Shops, pubs and restaurants all within walking distance. Owner very helpful.
- T, July 2010 -
Alan “Apart from the overall excellent condition of the property, I found the location to be perfect.”
Easy access to the town centre and local pubs. Plus easy access to Hadrians Wall which was the main reason of our visit.
- Alan, April 2010 -
Hugh “Close to all amenities but in a quiet location.”
Comfortable rooms and owners were very welcoming and helpful. In one word - PERFECT!
- Hugh, April 2010 -
Marion and Peter “The cottage is in a very good central position and very comfortable.”
Owners very friendly and helpful. We hope to go again sometime.
- Marion and Peter, March 2010 -
Liz “The Christmas decorations were just right and created a lovely festive atmosphere without going over the top.”
- Liz, December 2009 -
Ms Baskeyfield “The location of the property and the 'cosiness' of the property too,felt like home from home.”
Owners were lovely and helpful too.
- Ms Baskeyfield, October 2009 -
Louise “Good location.”
Friendly owners. Very nice living room.
- Louise, July 2009 -
Shirley “Getting about was really easy on the buses and free for OAP's.”
The cottage was very comfortable with very friendly and efficient owners who were very helpful. The cottage also has a beautiful garden. Lots of information provided.
- Shirley, July 2009 -
Barbara “The cottage was very comfortable and clean, the equipment was very high quality and there was plenty of it.”
The owners were very welcoming and helpful. I would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage
- Barbara, June 2009 -
Amanda “Our objective for the week was to walk the Hadrian's Wall Path.”
This cottage was a wonderful base, warm, comfortable , close to transport links and amenities. A car is not essential. The owners are at hand if needed but never intrusive. We would highly recommend.
- Amanda, April 2009 -
John “We have been in many holiday cottages, but this one for its quality and situation has been one of the best.”
Friendly and helpful hosts too. Perfectly placed for stunning countryside and interesting historic sites.
- John, March 2009 -
Terry “A lovely cottage, that cannot be faulted, ideally located for Hadrian's wall and surrounding countryside.”
- Terry, March 2009 -
Cyril “The cottage was great and the holiday went very well.”
The value for money was far greater than 2 nights at a B&B. The owner made us feel very welcome which was very pleasing.
- Cyril, February 2009 -
John “The location is very handy for local facilities which means you don't need to use the car.”
- John, November 2008 -
Mrs Morgans “Excellent cottage.”
Ideally located for walking Hadrian's Wall.
- Mrs Morgans, October 2008 -
Philip “This is with out doubt one of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed in!”
It has been renovated to an extremely high standard and is in a perfect location for exploring Hadrian's wall. I would thoroughly recommend this cottage to anyone.
- Philip, September 2008 -
Steve “Great location.”
Great cottage and most importantly, great hosts. We were made to feel extremely welcome and had an excellent break.
- Steve, September 2008 -
Catherine “Not only was the cottage furnished and equipped to a very high standard, It also had that something extra that made it easy to relax there.”
Thank you for a fantastic holiday!
- Catherine, August 2008 -
Mrs Liddle “Excellent property, good location within village with easy access to amenities and a perfect base for visiting Hadrian's Wall and Northumberland.”
Fantastic holiday. Can't wait to return!
- Mrs Liddle, August 2008 -
Christine “The cottage was excellent throughout and we felt instantly at home.”
The area itself was wonderful with plenty of excellent walks and things to do both close to the cottage and further afield. We couldn't fault it and to be honest were sorry to have to come home after such a wonderful time
- Christine, July 2008 -
Iain “In some twenty years of renting self catered accommodation this was without doubt the cleanest, best presented property we have visited.”
We appreciated the chance to receive some guidance to the area from real people rather than just from a folder full of leaflets. Five star chocolate cake too!
- Iain, June 2008 -
Mr Halck “A beautiful and comfortable cottage, slap bang in the middle of Hadrian's Wall Country.”
I cannot fault it.
- Mr Halck, June 2008 -
Maggie “The cottage was extremely well-equipped and very comfortable.”
We certainly felt at home. We shall return!!!
- Maggie, April 2008 -
Helen “The cottage was very warm and comfortable and the owners friendly and helpful.”
- Helen, April 2008 -
Julie “This is the best holiday accommodation we have ever stayed in, in terms of cleanliness and standard of furnishings etc.”
We would recommend it without any hesitation and will definitely be back.
- Julie, March 2008 -
Nicola “The cottage was very clean and comfortable, and close to shops, pubs/restaurants, and bus service stops.”
Pleasant terrace overlooking owners' lovely garden.
- Nicola, June 2007 -
Hazel “The owners greeted us warmly: nothing was too much trouble.”
We were given a guided tour of the property and invited to contact them should there be any problems or any queries. The property is full of history and character and a very well thought out conversion. It is cosy and - in spite of it being a really cold June week - our limited times indoors were very comfortable. The property's location in Haltwhistle is ideal for exploring a fascinating and beautiful part of Northumbria.
- Hazel, June 2007 -
John “The holiday was excellent.”
The countryside, exceptional beauty. Hadrians Wall breathtaking. Haltwhistle Is an excellent base for walking. The cottage is of the highest quality and the owner keeps It immaculate. It is a home from home with all the mod cons anyone could wish for. We would recommend Crescent Cottage to everyone.
- John, April 2007 -
Js “Sykes cottages are always of a very high standard, but this one far exceeded even those expectations.”
The owners were extremely friendly and welcoming, the cottage was fabulous and the "extra touches" of milk, a cake, fresh flowers, tea, coffee and a TV magazine were very much appreciated. We would have no hesitation in highly recommending this cottage. We had a wonderful holiday and would certainly go back.
- Js, October 2006 -
“A real home away from home.”
- , September 2006 -
Donna “The cottage was lovely and clean.”
- Donna, August 2006 -
Helen “The accommodation was of a very high standard.”
It is one of the very best properties we have stayed in. We will certainly return.
- Helen, August 2006 -
Charles “The property all round was excellent good value, the owners cared and catered for everything, very nice people.”
The location was also brilliant for travelling and sightseeing.
- Charles, July 2006 -
Hayley “The cottage was maintained to a very high level with everything you could need supplied.”
Very impressive!
- Hayley, July 2006 -
Teresa “A good base from which to tour the area on foot and by public transport, nice, friendly owners but we were left alone to enjoy a peaceful holiday.”
- Teresa, June 2006 -
Raymond “We could not fault Crescent Cottage.”
It is by far the best accommodation that we have ever rented and the most helpful owners have cut no corners in providing a most welcome and cosy base for a vacation in this beautiful county.
- Raymond, June 2006 -
Joanne “It was an enjoyable place to return to after a day spent sightseeing.”
The owner was very helpful and welcoming.
- Joanne, May 2006 -
Robert “A really charming, well equipped cottage.”
- Robert, April 2006 -
Ann “One of the best holiday cottages that we have stayed in, this cottage is great for walkers and just relaxing.”
More than just a place to stay, all the little extras made you feel welcome.
- Ann, December 2005 -
Joanne “Crescent Cottage was perfect for us - in town, but quiet, near to all the shops and the Black Bull Pub.”
The owner met us at the train station, brought us to the cottage, and settled us most comfortably. She provided a warm welcome and food essentials. Haltwhistle is an excellent site for walking. We also joined the Haltwhistle Wednesday walkers for one of their local walks. I hope to return to Haltwhistle for the Walking Festival. if I do, Crescent Cottage would be my first choice.
- Joanne, September 2005 -
Sarah “The owners were very welcoming.”
The cottage was cosy and very comfortable and the surrounding area is beautiful. The walk from the cottage was lovely.
- Sarah, September 2005 -
Jonathan “An absolutely super holiay cottage.”
Ideally placed for 'Roman' around. A very warm welcome and friendly hosts. One we'll go back to in later years.
- Jonathan, August 2005 -
Andrew “I would like to say a big thank you to the owners.”
On our arrival there was milk in the fridge, a cake and tea and coffee available, which after a long drive was very much appreciated. The cottage could not have been better and the information pack provided was simple to understand and very informative. It made planning the next days activities very easy. We met the owners a few times and they very much helped us get the most out of the area with their suggestions. So all in all we could not be more happy with the service that Sykes provided and the lovely cottage, welcome and advice from the owners. Thanks all for helping to make it a very enjoyable holiday!
- Andrew, August 2005 -
Stuart “The cottage was as Excellent as mentioned.”
The hosts were most helpful and took the time to advise on not only the cottage but the surrounding area and attractions. They took great pride in the presentation of their very clean and comfortable cottage but also the outstanding countryside which can be explored at length.
- Stuart, August 2005 -
A “Pint of milk in the fridge, newspaper and Radio Times, as well as friendly welcome from owners made us feel at home.”
Very comfortable beds, incredible clean, very pretty flowers.
- A, July 2005 -
Sandy “The owners of the cottage were very welcoming and helpful and the cottage provided everything we needed.”
The area was excellent mountain biking country and the garage provided meant we could keep our bikes safely.
- Sandy, June 2005 -
Julie “Excellent walking from the door.”
The cottage was very well equipped with an ample supply of crockery and cutlery.
- Julie, May 2005 -
Jacky “The Cottage was well equipped, well looked after and easy to get to on public transport.”
The owners were also really helpful.
- Jacky, May 2005 -
Monica “I liked the location of the cottage and the high standard of equiptment and furnishings.”
- Monica, April 2005 -
J “Spotless throughout.”
Very safe for our children - ages 6 & 3. More local amenities than any other village in the area. Walking excellent.
- J, September 2004 -
Miss Nowell “The cottage was ideally suited for exploring this part of the country.”
Excellent facilities & a fabulous place to stay - what more could we say !
- Miss Nowell, July 2004
Summary
- Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
- Mezzanine level bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Mezzanine level fitted kitchen leading to sheltered patio
- Delightful, spacious first floor sitting room with sofa bed, dining area and coal-effect electric stove.
- Gas central heating with coal-effect electric stove
- Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, CD player/radio, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Garage parking for 1 car and bikes, off road parking for additional car
- Small enclosed gravelled patio with furniture and BBQ
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shops and pubs 2 mins walk
- Note: There is an open staircase in the property
- The property is not suitable for very young children or those with restricted mobility
- Please note :Only weekly seven night bookings (Saturday to Saturday) or mid week bookings (4 nights minimum) accepted..
The property
A charming character cottage circa 1750s, offering superb upside down accommodation, in the small market town of Haltwhistle, which offers excellent local shops and a real ale pub.
The scenic Haltwhistle Burn gorge, which leads up to the Roman wall (2 miles away), is just a 3 minute walk from the cottage.
The property has been sympathetically modernised to an extremely high standard, and includes a spacious first floor sitting room with dining area, two comfortable ground floor bedrooms and a sun-trap patio overlooking the owner's walled garden.
An ideal base from which to explore Hadrian's Wall, the North Pennines and Hexham, whilst Kielder Water, Alnwick Castle and the Northumberland coast are further away.
Haltwhistle is also within easy reach of Carlisle, the Lake District and Dumfries and Galloway.
A fabulous property for a relaxing and varied break at any time of year!
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About the location
HALTWHISTLE
Hexham 17 miles.
Known as the 'Centre of Britain', this small market town is a great place from which to explore both Northumberland and Cumbria. Haltwhistle boasts a good range of shops and pubs - one of which, The Black Bull, is a real ale pub serving good food! There is an excellent leisure centre with heated open air swimming pool and cycle hire in the town, with pony trekking nearby. One of the best preserved stretches of Hadrian's Wall is only a mile to the north with various museums, forts and milecastles to be seen. There is even an ongoing 'dig' at the nearby site of Vindolanda. This truly is magnificent walking, riding and cycling country, with the Pennine Way and various bridleways and cycle routes passing rivers, forests, castles and of course, Hadrian's Wall. Visitors will enjoy this location in all weather and all seasons – a regular train and bus service from the town to Newcastle, The Metro Centre and Carlisle, means that you can leave the car behind and enjoy!
Only weekly seven night bookings (Saturday to Saturday) or mid week bookings (4 nights minimum) accepted.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Last minute
- Christmas