4.7★
Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages rating
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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
71 Customer Review(s)
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Karen 
“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Reiver’s Rest.”
The house was beautiful, comfortable and well appointed, with every small detail catered for. William made us feel very welcome. The setting was tranquil - and the open fire was lovely too. We couldn’t fault this property and would highly recommend it. A big thank you and shout out from us!
The house was beautiful, comfortable and well appointed, with every small detail catered for. William made us feel very welcome. The setting was tranquil - and the open fire was lovely too. We couldn’t fault this property and would highly recommend it. A big thank you and shout out from us!
- Karen, March 2025 -
Rachel “We had a lovely stay, surroundings are gorgeous and the property was lovely homely and clean.”
Excellent supply of wood and property was lovely and warm. I think I would add some Milk as we arrived late after the storm so nothing open and no power in the surrounding villages so would have been nice to make a hot drink. Would recommend and would stay again so thank you.
- Rachel, January 2025 -
Melanie “We loved our week at Reivers Rest.”
A lovely property in a very peaceful location. We were very grateful to the housekeeping team for putting up a Christmas Tree in the sitting room and for leaving us a couple of Christmas treats in the kitchen. My only criticism is that the kitchen and bathroom are now a little dated and could do with a bit of modernisation. One thing to add to the kitchen inventory is a measuring jug.
- Melanie, December 2024 -
Alison “Had a fabulous week at Reiver's Rest, loved everything about it.”
It is a very comfortable cottage in beautiful surroundings. We wanted somewhere quiet with no fireworks, for my terrified dog, so it was perfect. Had beautiful walks on the estate, and also in Bellingham and around Keilder. Liked it so much, we have already booked for next year.
- Alison, November 2024 -
Suzanne “A lovely cottage, the bedrooms are beautifully presented, it’s spacious and well equipped.”
Kitchen has everything provided except a dishcloth, could have been an oversight. It is however cold, take plenty of warm clothing. There are a couple of throws provided in the sitting room. We were looking forward to lighting the log fire, but unfortunately there was so much smoke we couldn’t use it again.
- Suzanne, September 2024 -
Frances “Another lovely stay at this cottage.”
It is cosy and set in some lovely grounds, providing access to lots of walks, so the car stayed put for most of the week. The whole house is roomy and very comfortable. We were made to feel welcome and have no wish to stay anywhere else for the next trip to relax and unwind. Thank you to all involved.
- Frances, September 2024 -
Sarah “We had a wonderful time at the cottage.”
It couldn’t have been better. Would love to come back soon. We were concerned about the shower spraying water over the window and shutters, but apart from that, there was nothing to fault. Thank you for making it a perfect holiday.
- Sarah, August 2024 -
Victoria “We had a wonderful week here.”
The cottage are grade 2 listed converted stables so don’t expect a square box with double glazing. Yes it was a tad cold till heating kicked in, yes there are bits that have seen better days but undertaking any work in a listed building is not a quick or simple job. So if you want all mod cons and square edges this may not be for you. If you love rustic charm, character and the most fabulous setting anywhere then don’t hesitate y to book. The owners and Susan the housekeeper were lovely and sorted a couple issues out for us with no fuss or quibble. The woodlands around are great and if you have dogs they will love it. There is also a little resident flock of Guinea Fowl which we have never come across before and they are such charming birds and very quirky. Bellingham is a great village with really really good food and the residents are genuinely nice and friendly. Nothing to not like. ❤️
- Victoria, July 2024 -
Alison “Amazing place to stay ❤️”
- Alison, September 2023 -
Sue “Booked for a week, only stayed five nights.”
This property is not for the faint-hearted, it is an old converted coach house and is COLD. There is an open fire and enough logs provided for a couple of hours heat, after that you are expected to pay for any subsequent wood you use, even though there is a massive pile directly opposite the property. Listed as sleeps six, very cramped if six guests visit, the kitchen is small and the bathroom is tiny and dated. The stairs are precarious and not at all suitable for young children. On a positive note, lovely quiet surroundings and a very comfy bed.
- Sue, July 2023 -
Julia “A lovely tranquil setting and some thoughtful additions in the holiday cottage itself.”
- Julia, June 2023 -
Richard “Brilliant cottage.”
Great hosts. Good value.
- Richard, June 2023 -
Louise “We were blown away with the stunning location and grounds in which the property is set.”
The cottage was very comfortable, especially the beds! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could need. Loved the family history and history of the property that is in the welcome book.
- Louise, April 2023 -
Percy “Great cottage in wonderful location.”
We were family of 5 and it worked perfectly. The only downside was having one loo between the 5 of us but we would definitely stay again.
- Percy, April 2022 -
Jonathan “Very enjoyable stay, great location to explore the surrounding area!”
Cosy and comfortable cottage accommodation, well equipped for an enjoyable stay.
- Jonathan, March 2022 -
Sarah “We had a lovely stay and found the owners very accommodating, providing two cots for us rather than one.”
They had them ready for us in the cottage on arrival, along with a high chair and stair gate. Plenty of towels provided and felt like everything possible was catered for, we only need to bring ourselves and toothbrushes! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we’re thrilled with the location (peacefully rural but close enough to Bellingham if we needed supplies). Hoping that we will visit again in the near future.
- Sarah, February 2022 -
Keith “We had a lovely stay.”
Beautiful surroundings as the trees turned gold in November. Wonderful woodland walks. Highly recommended, particularly if taking a dog. One note of caution, dogs are not allowed upstairs in the cottage.
- Keith, November 2021 -
Ayla “Lovely stay, the property provided everything we needed in a great location.”
Extremely comfy beds!
- Ayla, October 2021 -
Frances “Enjoyed the peace and quiet and opportunity to share quality time with my extended family after being apart for so long.”
The owners are exceptional and make you feel as if you are the only ones who holiday in their property. This was our 4th stay and hope to be back early next year.
- Frances, September 2021 -
Louise “Very comfy beds, lovely linen and good water pressure in shower!”
Great location for exploring Northumberland. Enjoyed fishing on the estate and using grounds for cricket!
- Louise, August 2021 -
Alan “Beautiful location, quiet cottage, but please note on a working estate, so workers do start early on weekdays.”
Having only one bathroom for 6 people meant it was a juggling act for toilet and showers, especially if you had been out all day walking or on the beach. The cooker was a bit slow, so preparing meals may take longer than expected, and the bbq needs to be replaced. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our time here, shame we didn’t get to meet the hosts due to change in practices for COVID. Would stay on the estate again, but maybe in a different cottage
- Alan, July 2021 -
Sally “Stunning cottage in stunning setting.”
Fabulous staff Who discreetly go about their business but are ever present for help. From flowers on arrival to fabulous walks on the estate this Cottage never fails to please.
- Sally, July 2021 -
Mike “Many thanks for a great holiday in lovely accommodation in the stunning setting of Hesleyside.”
- Mike, June 2021 -
Maria “This cottage is everything you could want.”
Spotlessly clean and every need met on arrival; and for your ongoing stay. Other personal touches, such as candles, wood for the fire and fresh flowers make you feel immediately cared for. The bed in the main bedroom is huge and extremely comfortable, with quality duvet, pillows and linen. This was reflected in the other bedrooms (although we didn't need to use the bed in the third bedroom)We visited with our children, 9 & 11 who absolutely loved this place. A good base for walks and visiting all Nothumberland has to offer. We stayed for one week and were very sad to leave. We have no hesitation in recommending this amazing cottage.
- Maria, October 2020 -
Philippa “The cottage was fantastic - lovely and clean and had everything that we could need.”
The beds were extremely comfortable. The lounge/dining space was great especially with the open fire. It is situated in a great quiet area with lots of walks close by especially around the grounds. It is perfect for viewing the dark skies as there is no light pollution around.
- Philippa, October 2020 -
Diane “Excellent loved it x”
- Diane, September 2020 -
Neil “Must fix wifi.”
Not working for bulk of 5 day stay. An issue because we had teenagers with + phones had no signal (normally good, but not at xmas) Staircase very steep - Not suited to over 80's. Overall house great + gardens + Bellingham Pet friendly, space for dog crate at bottom of stairs. Lounge with real fire a lovely place to be !!!
- Neil, December 2019 -
Cathy “We had a wonderful family weekend in this cottage.”
The beds are very comfortable with lovely linen. The kitchen is small, but has all you would need. The oven isn’t as fast as a modern oven, but cooked baked potatoes and casseroles well.The bathroom is small, but has a good shower. The cottage has a log fire which was lovely after a long walk, and we were lucky enough to have a clear sky and see the stars. We would hopefully return one day.
- Cathy, November 2019 -
Lorraine “The cooker needs replaced.”
It’s a gas cooker and the igniter doesn’t work so they have provided a gas lighter to use. This is fine for the rings but you have to get on your hands and knees to light the oven. Lighting the oven isn’t worth the effort as it fails to get hot enough to cook anything! We had small sausages in there for over an hour before we gave up and zapped them in the microwave!
- Lorraine, October 2019 -
Phil “Good quality accommodation set in beautiful & peaceful countryside.”
Stayed for a week - 5 adults and the dog - and thoroughly enjoyed it. Plenty to see in this outstanding part of the world. Great walks with or without the dog. Good local provisions and the people we met over the course of the week were engaging and friendly. Highly recommended.
- Phil, September 2019 -
Charlotte and James “Sykes cottages were great service.”
The cottage we felt to be overpriced for what it was. For a family of 5 with 3 teenage children the bathroom and toilet facilities were vastly inadequate. In the details it offers it as a cottage for 6! The bathroom is tiny, no separate toilet and the fixtures and fittings old and inadequate. Nowhere to hang towels or put toothbrushes. The towels were very small. The cooker is very small for cooking for 6 and very dated. Outside it would’ve been nice to have had cushions for the chairs as they were often wet or damp. A parasol on the outdoor table would’ve been nice too. On the plus side, we were very grateful to have had our shopping taken delivery of and unpacked. Bike storage was excellent. The house keeper was wonderful, very friendly. She kindly offered us a mid week clean and thankfully brought fluffy larger towels and bathrobes for us. This would’ve been nice from the outset, considering they were available. The beds were very comfortable and the bed linen luxurious. It was a great cottage for exploring the local area. The owners have given access to numerous walking trails which was very good. The children could safely explore on foot or bikes without having to negotiate busy roads. It felt very private and very beautiful surroundings.
- Charlotte and James, August 2019 -
F “A cosy, peaceful cottage in superb surroundings.”
A warm welcome surprise touch in the fresh flowers,milk and cake. This was our 3rd visit in 8/9 months and hope to be back in the Autumn. It is nice to know the cottage is warm,well equiped and offers a great time no matter what the weather- plenty of books,games puzzles etc as well as outdoor seating etc. A perfect private space to relax, and is ideal for dogs. No phone signal [ major plus point for us] but you can get incoming land line calls . Easy to contact the owners if there is a need to.
- F, February 2019 -
Valerie “Lovely cottage.”
Welcoming cake and milk. Owners around if needed but not intrusive if one wishes to be alone. Almost perfect.
- Valerie, January 2019 -
Caroline “Fantastic cottage in wonderful location!”
- Caroline, October 2018 -
F “2nd stay at this property this year due to its welcoming atmosphere,comfortable accomodation and complete privacy.”
A real chanch to relax and explore a completely new area of the country. A lovely touch is the milk/cake and fresh cake, much appreciated after a long journey.
- F, September 2018 -
Jean “It was most enjoyable.”
A comfortable house in a perfect location.
- Jean, June 2018 -
John “Set in a fantastic location for walking and biking, Rievers Rest was a well presented, well facilitated property that instantly made you feel at home.”
With 3 good sized, and comfy bedrooms, an amicable bathroom and quaint lounge / diner, this is a great place to stay with the family. You will be close to Bellingham for all your needs and also central to most attractions / places to visit, which makes for a great place to stay if you're looking to enjoy the history of Northumbria, not to mention that you will be set in a fabulous Dark Sky area, meaning you wont need much encouragement to venture out on the evening and look at the stars. I highly recommend this property and will no doubt visit again soon.
- John, March 2018 -
William “House tour is recommended.”
- William, November 2017 -
Laurence “Superb location.”
Wonderful walks on the doorstep, perfect for dogs. Good places to eat nearby. Kielder 15 minutes away - you could spend days there. First rate for walkers and dog owners.
- Laurence, November 2017 -
Elizabeth “Beautiful cottage and wonderful location.”
Would highly recommend.
- Elizabeth, June 2017 -
Lucy “I highly recommend this place - it is by far the nicest rental I have stayed in.”
It is beautifully appointed and very comfortable indoors and ideally positioned for exploring the surrounding countryside. Go ahead and just book it!
- Lucy, March 2017 -
Charles “A great quiet location, comfortable.”
Second time we have stayed there.
- Charles, October 2016 -
Catherine “This cottage was really homely, comfortable and set in a wonderful location.”
All you needed was provided and the open fire was particularly cosy on an autumn evening.
- Catherine, October 2015 -
Patrick “Reiver's Rest gave us a charming, spacious, tranquil base for our stay in Northumberland.”
It had an ambience of comfort, heritage, and timeless solidity, and provided a perfect home-from-home for us.
- Patrick, August 2015 -
Elizabeth “The property was in a beautiful, remote location but near enough to a village to get supplies easily.”
The lounge/dining room was particularly charming, and our children loved the open fire (even in August!). The grounds are enormous and perfect for children to kick a ball, have a swing or go exploring. We really enjoyed our tour of the manor house which we had on our last day.
- Elizabeth, July 2015 -
Andy “Location was great; for outdoor activities, good local village amenities and some great restaurants not too far away.”
The cottage had everything you needed and a lot of privacy. The woodland walks straight from the door were very nice.
- Andy, April 2015 -
Heather “Wonderful location.”
Lovely walks on your doorstep. Comfortable beds! Magnificent views all around. Excellent village shops for provisions and nearby restaurants if you wished to eat out.
- Heather, April 2015 -
Barbara “This is a lovely cottage in a great location.”
The sitting room and bedrooms are very comfortable. It is beautifully furnished. The open fire is great and there are lots of games, puzzles etc. There is so much to do and see locally and the surroundings are peaceful and beautiful. Bellingham is a very friendly little town.
- Barbara, December 2014 -
Leona “We enjoyed the area, the gardens and the welcome from the owners - we were encouraged to take advantage of the walks on their land.”
It was a really great holiday.
- Leona, November 2014 -
Robert “Quite, ideal for both dogs and grandchildren, very friendly people.”
First class location for area
- Robert, October 2014 -
Graham “A lovely well appointed Cottage, in keeping with the Estate.”
Friendly owners who made themselves known to us which was good, we would visit again.
- Graham, September 2014 -
Marjorie “Reivers Rest was one of the most comfortable holiday homes we have stayed in.”
The overall effect was charming and all the furnishings were of a very high quality. The owners were close by if anything went wrong (which it didn't!) We were warm, there was loads of hot water, kitchen was large, huge sitting room with open fire was a delight, and the beds were heavenly. A true countryside experience with loads of wildlife to watch for. Lots of lovely walks to take with the pleasure of returning to this spacious and welcoming cottage.
- Marjorie, September 2014 -
Clare “Location and setting were very good.”
Easy to get to other counties in a reasonable time. The village butchers,bakers very good. Also the recommendations were trustworthy.
- Clare, September 2014 -
Nicole “Fab holiday - lovely cottage in beautiful setting.”
Very, very comfy beds you did not want to leave. Will be going back again. Maybe later on in the year to make the most of the open fires and the dark nights to see the stars.
- Nicole, June 2014 -
Lesley “A great location and the accommodation is of the highest standards.”
I would not hesitate to recommend Reiver's Rest to anyone looking for a romantic cottage in beautiful surroundings with lots to see and do on your doorstep. Will definitely be going back.
- Lesley, May 2014 -
Elizabeth “Extremely comfortable and cosy cottage in a spectacular setting.”
Beds wonderful - so comfy. Clean and decor traditional. Great to have the stable next door to store bikes too. Really enjoyed the access to great walking and an open fire in the evening. The walks on the estate were lovely too. Location wonderful as you feel remote, very peaceful, but only a short trip to Bellingham.
- Elizabeth, May 2014 -
Mrs Diffey “Very peaceful location with pleasant outlook and much birdsong.”
- Mrs Diffey, April 2014 -
Joanna “Really lovely setting.”
Perfect base for exploring Hadrian's Wall and Kielder area. Lovely walks on the doorstep - either through the woods, or along the river.
- Joanna, March 2014 -
Lowri “The cottage was set in the grounds of a beautiful Georgian manor house.”
It really felt like you were stepping back in time but with the luxury comforts of today. Our dogs felt like they had their own theme park with acres of estate that the owners family kindly let us use as our own. The location was perfect, the owners couldn't be nicer and the cottage was a real home from home.
- Lowri, January 2014 -
Jess “The cottage was beautiful.”
The owners were very friendly and helpful, and welcomed us to a warm cottage with an open fire. We visited many places around Kielder with the cottage being in such a perfect location, including the observatory. The sky was amazing. To think that you could see the Milky Way in England was more than spectacular, when you come from a city with few stars in the sky visible. Long mountain walks, villages and Kielder lake were all excellent sites to see and visit in the area. Wonderful for those who want to go on an adventure. All of us thoroughly enjoyed our short holiday, and would most definitely come back again!
- Jess, November 2013 -
Sarah “The accommodation was cosy, quiet and spacious.”
- Sarah, October 2013 -
Joanna “A real country getaway, stunning location, lovely comfortable cosy cottage.”
- Joanna, August 2013 -
Jane “We were made to feel welcome by the owner, and he was very helpful, and seemed genuinely interested in our having an enjoyable holiday.”
We appreciated being able to go for walks on the estate.
- Jane, July 2013 -
Janet “All the adults in the party thoroughly enjoyed the charm of the property and the hosts were really friendly and helpful.”
The welcome was wonderful. The cottage was spacious and beautifully decorated.
- Janet, May 2013 -
Faye “Glorious location, friendly helpful host, very warm welcome!”
- Faye, February 2013 -
Kym “Beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting.”
Added bonus that we could take the dogs. Welcome flowers, bread and home made marmalade on arrival- very much appreciated.
- Kym, January 2013 -
Lynn “Good location and peaceful environment.”
Importantly, in December the time of our stay, the unit was warm. We all very much enjoyed our stay.
- Lynn, November 2012 -
Kevin “The accommodation was superb, set within its own grounds, lovely and peaceful yet the shop and pubs only 1.”
5 miles away. Owners very helpful, I have already recommended Reiver's Rest to friends.
- Kevin, October 2012 -
Claire “The property has a unique setting and is very close to Hadrian's Wall.”
The hosts were very friendly.
- Claire, June 2012 -
Hazel “A lovely 'getaway' location snuggled next to woodland.”
Friendly and informative hosts who take pride in offering part of their special home to guests. The beds are most comfortable.
- Hazel, May 2012 -
Sergio “The friendly owners and beautiful environment.”
The open fire and cosy living room.
- Sergio, February 2012
Summary
- Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin by prior arrangement), 1 x double, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Well-equipped fitted kitchen with breakfast area
- Spacious sitting room with open fire and dining area.
- Oil central heating with open fire in sitting room
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair
- Off road parking for 3 cars
- Bike storage
- Access to private estate walks and parkland
- Front patio with garden furniture and BBQ
- Salmon, trout and sea trout fishing by arrangement with owner prior to visit
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
The property
Bellingham 1.5 miles.
A beautifully-appointed former coach house set within the grounds of historic Hesleyside Hall, the ancestral home of the Border Reiver Charlton family.
Sympathetically converted to a very high standard, this Bellingham cottage offers a spacious sitting room with open fire and a dining room for 10.
There are three delightful bedrooms all overlooking the Capability Brown-designed parkland and beyond to ancient woodland and the North Tyne Valley.
This picturesque cottage near Bellingham, with exclusive access to the surrounding grounds, is the perfect place for the whole family to don their wellies and spend the day exploring, bike riding or fishing in a safe, off road and tranquil setting.
Located within the Northumberland National Park, this Bellingham cottage is within easy reach of all local attractions, including Kielder Water, Corbridge, Hexham, Hadrian's Wall and the Northumbrian Heritage Coast.
Salmon and trout fishing, along with private tours of Hesleyside can be arranged with the owner prior to your visit.
With stylish, spacious accommodation in a wonderful rural location, this cottage near Bellingham is the perfect base for touring this delightful area.
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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.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Off-season