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West Burnbank

Tarset near Bellingham, Northumberland (Ref. 1006969)

4.7★

Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • Douglas

    “Location excellent!”

    Lovely peaceful place to stay. Great for walks which is what we wanted holiday for.

    Lovely peaceful place to stay. Great for walks which is what we wanted holiday for.

    - Douglas, November 2024
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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with day bed, 1 x ground-floor king-size double
  • Wetroom with shower, basin and WC
  • Ground-floor bathroom with bath, power shower over, basin and WC
  • Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with multi-fuel stove
  • Oil central heating with multi-fuel stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Smart TV, Fibre WiFi and a selection of books and games
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc in rent
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Garden with unfenced pond
  • 1 well behaved dog allowed and no smoking
  • Shop 4.9 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
  • Note: Care to be taken due to the pond in the front of the property

The property

Bellingham 5 miles.

Built in the early 1900s, West Burnbank is a traditional-style, stone semi-detached cottage with original features.

Situated in the heart of the Tarset Valley, within a designated International Dark Sky Park in Northumberland National Park, a stunning, tranquil part of England, it boasts sensational views of farmland from every window.

Tucked away down a romantic, and private, tree lined drive, the cottage has dedicated parking at the door for two vehicles.

Inside this deceptively spacious cottage there is enough room for you and your family, or friends, to spread out and relax in comfort.

The property comprises of a fully-equipped kitchen.

Step down into a large open-plan dining lounge with a woodburning stove, perfect for sitting in front of on wintery nights, with fibre WiFi and a Smart TV meaning you won't miss any of your favourite shows.

A cloakroom, a bathroom with a large bath tub and power shower over, and a king-size double bedroom completes the ground floor.

Upstairs there is an impressive king-size master bedroom, an additional day bed with a truckle bed is ideal for those traveling with young children, and the large walk-in dressing room is perfect for stowing away your belongings, while an en-suite wetroom completes the upstairs space.

With plush furnishings throughout the cottage you won't ever want to leave!

Outside are large gardens, including a pond, with plenty of seating areas where you can watch for local wildlife to pass by, including red squirrels, badgers, foxes, owls, newts, bats, frogs and dragonflies.

A bird feeding station also attracts many incredible species, while the cottage gardens are planted with bee-friendly plants, and in summer the butterflies dance happily all over the garden.

A number of walks and bike routes can be accessed directly from the cottage, no need to drive unless you want to!

The hamlet of Greenhaugh is a short walk away; there you will find the friendly local pub complete with traditional ales and bar meals, perfect for those nights when you don't feel like cooking!

There are a number of local eateries a short drive away and there is a local taxi service if required.

Bellingham is the closest shopping centre, offering plenty of history within the architecture, 12th-century church, heritage centre and 30ft waterfall, as well as an array of shops, pubs, cafés and a golf course.

Nearby Kielder Water and Forest Park offers a wonderful day out catering for all tastes and ages, home to the biggest man-made lake in Northern Europe and the largest working forest in the country, its dark, star-filled skies and vast landscapes beckon you to explore, its award-winning observatory, fishing opportunities, wildlife spotting, mountain biking and a wealth of walking trails complete with art installations will keep you entertained.

As well as all this, you also have Hadrian's Wall, the sweeping Northumberland Heritage Coast, the Scottish Borders and the market towns of Hexham and Corbridge within easy reach.

Full of history, landscape, wildlife and adventure; choose West Burnbank for your next holiday in a fascinating part of the UK.

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About the location

BELLINGHAM

Kielder Water 7 miles; Hadrian's Wall 12 miles; Corbridge 18 miles; Hexham 19 miles.

Known as the ‘capital’ of the North Tyne Valley, this delightful town of natural stone houses nestles close to the banks of the River North Tyne. Said to be sited on a Roman station, the charming market town has much of interest, including a 12th century church, heritage centre and 30ft waterfall, just to the north. It’s also on the edge of the Northumberland National Park and is just a short drive from Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Water and Forest. Suitable for year-round holidays, this unspoilt area with its fishing, horse riding, abundant wildlife and superb walking country is a nature lover’s dream. There is a superb golf course close by and the area has abundant historical sites, stately homes and famous gardens.