Barnacre | Morpeth | Longhirst | Northumbria | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

11 Guests
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

29 Customer Review(s)

Cristina
November 2024

“I wish you had contacted me.”

After you left I found that the batteries had gone flat in the thermostat control unit so the heating did not come on in the bedrooms. You had my contact number so I can’t understand why you didn’t tell me you were cold

After you left I found that the batteries had gone flat in the thermostat control unit so the heating did not come on in the bedrooms. You had my contact number so I can’t understand why you didn’t tell me you were cold

- Cristina, November 2024

. Property Owner
Sandra August 2024

“We had a lovely stay at Barnacre with our children & grandchildren.”

The house provided everything that we needed, our only gripe being the kitchen is on the small side, however the rest of the house is very spacious. The house was ideal for our 3 small grandchildren as it was all on one level and they enjoyed playing in the garden.

- Sandra, August 2024
Christine July 2024

“First time staying here.”

We loved it. Lots of space. Lovely bedrooms.

- Christine, July 2024
Graham July 2024

“Lovely house, kids loved running round and the secret games room.”

Few down sides, very creaky floorboards and woodlouse infestation.

- Graham, July 2024

Thank you for your feedback. If we were contacted during your stay we may have been able to resolve some of your problems for you. We are otherwise happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Lawrence June 2024

“We have been to many cottages over the last 20 years this has to be rated the best Well done BARNACRE”

- Lawrence, June 2024
Deborah May 2024

“Another fabulous stay at Barnacre.”

We love the property and the location. Plenty of room for our large family and we book the adjoining property The Granary so that our friends can come to stay too. We had our young grandchildren with us this year and found that being on one level so convenient and safe for them. They too now love the house and will no doubt look forward to our visits there as much as we do.

- Deborah, May 2024
Michael April 2024

“Well laid out,well thought out,well kitted out.”

...sky sports TV a major plus... . Our third visit.......4th time this October.. Highly recommended!

- Michael, April 2024
Peter April 2024

“You get what they promise and they promise what you get”

- Peter, April 2024
Celia December 2023

“This was the perfect house for a family get together.”

Everyone had plenty of space and single storey living worked well with small children.

- Celia, December 2023
Karen October 2023

“We had an amazing stay the cottage was beautiful and had everything we needed to keep 4 generations comfortable.”

Easy access to surrounding areas and also a bus stop straight outside.

- Karen, October 2023
Marilyn October 2023

“Everything was perfect.”

It’s a beautiful spacious property and very comfortable and clean. Bedrooms are large and en suite and lovely walk in showers. It’s in a quiet peaceful village and easy to access Northumberland’s coastline and visitor attractions. The only slight disadvantage it has is the small kitchen. Not room for more than 4 to sit at a table in a compact space. It also meant a walk down a corridor to carry meals down to the dining room. But overall a 5 star property..

- Marilyn, October 2023
Andrew August 2023

“Excellent comfortable property with something for everyone.”

Well equipped although the oven is a bit tired and struggled to get to temperature.

- Andrew, August 2023
Helen August 2023

“Excellent accommodation Excellent location Accommodated our family perfectly, plenty of room and private space for everyone.”

- Helen, August 2023
Janet July 2023

“A beautiful property with plenty of room to spread out Everything was perfect with lovely personal touches.”

The kitchen was well equipped, the bedding luxurious and having good internet connection and Sky TV was a bonus. The weather was awful all week so we couldn't make use of the lovely outside space. We would love to come back to this amazing property, hopefully in better weather, as Northumberland is our go to place for a summer break.

- Janet, July 2023
Linda June 2023

“Lovely for quiet holiday but still got plenty to do if you are more active, plenty room to rest in, garden is lovely, enjoyed every moment, loved the secret room.”

- Linda, June 2023
Deborah June 2023

“We had a fabulous week once again in this property, we have stayed there a few times before and it is always our go-to when back in the UK to visit with friends and family.”

This time we really enjoyed being able to make use of the courtyard to sit out to eat during the perfect summer weather. I love this property, it really feels like our home away from home.

- Deborah, June 2023
Paul June 2023

“Very spacious accommodation.”

Easily fit in family of 10. Could perhaps do with an extra recycling bin

- Paul, June 2023
Shelagh May 2023

“Barnacre is a fantastic property plenty of space for a big family with 2 lounges ...”

Barnacre is a fantastic property plenty of space for a big family with 2 lounges to relax in and all the bedrooms except one had Televisions in, and the secret room with the pool table was amazing and kept the kids and adults occupied in the evenings, the gardens were large and safe for the kids to run about in, we even had a game of rounders one night, highly recommend and the owner was lovely, we would go back

- Shelagh, May 2023
Shirley Ann May 2023

“We had a fabulous weekend stay at Barnacre.”

The cottage was comfortable, clean and child friendly. Beds were extremely comfortable, rooms spacious apart from kitchen but a large dining area made up for this. Only small problem was the large fridge had a puddle on the floor from the freezer side which I reported after leaving. There's a private outdoor area and a spacious area at the front also. We enjoyed nearby Cresswell beach and Morpeth Coronation Fair day nearby. Thanks for a great weekend. We will definitely return.

- Shirley Ann, May 2023
Una February 2023

“Very comfortable, warm and convenient spot for local attractions.”

The facilities and layout of the property worked well for the three families with five young children.

- Una, February 2023
Gary January 2023

“Absolutely fantastic.”

- Gary, January 2023
Deborah September 2022

“This is the third time we have stayed at this property.”

It really feels like home from home. It is spacious enough for our large family to spread out and we love the ensuite bathrooms. It was fun to bring our grandchildren this year for the first time. Our granddaughter really enjoyed running around on the large lawn out front. The village is quiet and beautiful and yet a town is only 3 miles away with all the shopping facilities needed. We will indeed be back!

- Deborah, September 2022
Frank August 2022

“Generally the accommodation was of a very high standard, and spacious.”

The kitchen lacked some of the polish of the rest of the accommodation, however. There were 9 in our party (5 adults, 4 children) and the oven was inadequate. It was too small and inefficient to cook a meal for that many people. The oven was only effective at it hottest setting, and took much longer to cook than our normal electric fan oven. Also, the property needs a larger dishwasher. It was impossible to get dinner plates in the lower basket without the upper basket raised to its highest setting, which prevented that being used for side plates and dishes, or even some of the glasses. Also, filling all the available space meant that the dishwasher did not clean efffectively. The G-Tech vacuum cleaner provided was so full and clogged with hair that it did not work, and had to be emptied and the roller cleaned, so that we could use it. The property notes folder had very little information contained in it, and there was no contact number for problems. We had a small water leak in an en-suite sink but there was no guidance on how to report it. On the positive side, the availability of Sky tv in both lounges was appreciated, particularly by the children. The bedrooms were very comfortable and well appointed. We would have appreciated more and larger towels when showering, but they were adequate. The laundry facilties were good, with the large capacity washing machine and tumble dryer working well.

- Frank, August 2022

The oven is a conventional family size gas double oven. It is always recommended to cook on a higher temperature than a fan oven. The dishwasher was only installed the day before you arrived as a brand new replacement. The contact number is in the Sykes booking information The cleaning lady always empties the vacuum cleaner. Property Owner
Jackie July 2022

“Beautiful property.”

Very clean and spacious for a family group of 11.Had a wonderful stay and holiday.

- Jackie, July 2022
Beau July 2022

“Fantastic property and facilities, beds super comfy, bathrooms en suite were spotless, living rooms perfect, games room a bonus, dining room spacious for all, courtyard was just brilliant, perfect size for 11 people, the whole place was really generously sized, so not on top of one another, quality kitchen utilities (denby diner set, dualit etc) All round extremely satisfied, thank you.”

- Beau, July 2022
Audrey June 2022

“The property was absolutely fantastic!”

! Everything you needed was there. I cannot rate this property highly enough!

- Audrey, June 2022

Thank you so much. I am really pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Eileen June 2022

“Barnacre is the best rental home we have stayed in to date.”

A lot of thought and care has gone into the planning and equipping of this gorgeous property and garden. My one suggestion is for a more accessible chair in the lounge for elderly less mobile guests. Our party included three generations which were all accommodated comfortably.

- Eileen, June 2022
Pearl May 2022

“Our stay at Barnacre was fantastic .”

Everything was lovely and clean .Beds were really comfortable and it was well equipped for the amount of people staying . Fantastic showers in the bathrooms .The weather was fine so we took advantage of the lovely courtyard and the gardens were nice with ducks on the lawn . We are looking forward to booking again for next year. Definitely would recommend for large groups .

- Pearl, May 2022
Susan April 2022

“Beautiful property very spacious beautiful bathrooms, comfortable beds well equipped kitchen.”

Loved the courtyard. Beautiful setting what more can you ask for. we’ll definitely be visiting again.

- Susan, April 2022

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Summary

All-ground-floor
Five bedrooms:2 king-size bedrooms with en-suite walk in showers.1 family room with double bed and 1 single bed and shower room
1 interconnecting family room with 1 king size room and 1 twin room,en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Dining room
Sitting room with multi-fuel stove
Second sitting room with gas fire
Games room
Gas central heating
Gas double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer with water dispenser, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker
2 x TV with Sky, 5 x TV, DVD player, WIFI, selection of books, pool table
Fuel, power and starter pack for multi-fuel stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and Highchair available
Off-road parking for 4 cars
Enclosed private courtyard with patio and furniture
Shared garden with gravelled area and furniture
One small, well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1.4 miles, pub 3 miles

The property

Morpeth 3.1 miles.

Resting on the outskirts of the lovely market town of Morpeth, Northumberland is this stunning, all-ground-floor, semi-detached holiday home, Barnacre.

Hosting a total of five bedrooms, four shower rooms, two large sitting rooms and a secret games room, all beautifully-appointed with excellent amenities, this is the perfect property for a large family or group gathering.

Off-road parking is available for four cars for an easy arrival to unload your bags and get settled in straight away.

Head to the quaint kitchen/diner to stock up the cupboards and a large American-style fridge/freezer with your favourite foods, where the group's chef can rustle up home-cooked meals using the gas double oven, hob and microwave, whilst the handy dishwasher can do all the cleaning.

Keep your holiday clothes fresh in the utility just opposite, complete with a washing machine, tumble dryer and iron.

The formal dining room is a wonderful, bright space to host family dinners, with an exposed brick wall, charming décor and a large dining table to sit all 11 guests.

A convenient cloakroom is also nearby to quickly freshen up before dinner!

Find the first of two sitting rooms with three leather sofas, a selection of books to curl up for a quiet read, and a Sky TV to catch up on your favourite shows, all by the warmth of the gas fire resting against a stunning exposed brick wall.

Why not take a bottle of wine to the second sitting room and toast to your retreat?

Start the multi-fuel stove and sink into the sumptuous sofas, with rustic furnishings for a charming setting, as well as a Sky TV to host a movie night.

Guests will be delighted to find a surprise games room just next door behind a bookshelf; lift the small cat ornament to open a secret door into a splendid, billiard-style room with dark walls, arm chairs and a pool table to challenge your loved ones to a game.

Each guest will relish a delightful stay at Barnacre with each bedroom containing a sitting area with TV; head to the left wing of the house to choose from one of five fabulous bedrooms, including two king-size with en-suite shower rooms, a family room sleeping three, and another king-size.

Two more bedrooms offer a private space for a small family, with a king-size leading to a twin, both served by a sleek, contemporary shower room.

All guests have access to a separate shower room, complete with a spacious walk-in shower to rinse off the day in style, whilst your towel toasts on the heated towel rail.

In the centre of Barnacre lies a pretty, enclosed courtyard, which can be accessed via patio doors from the bedrooms and living areas; savour your morning coffee fresh from the coffee maker at the outdoor seating, whilst one well-behaved pet can wander around in safety.

Enjoy access to a shared garden with gravelled area and outdoor seating to make the most of the evening sunshine.

When it's time to venture out for the day, you'll find an abundance of attractions and amenities right on your doorstep; avid golfers have easy access to Longhirst Hall Golf Course to take their pick between two 18-hole lakeland courses, each surrounded by stunning countryside to escape the hustle and bustle.

Morpeth is a bustling market town just a short journey away for a range of shops and eateries, whether that's to pick up the essentials or take a break from cooking; find plenty of historic sites to explore with Morpeth Castle, a medieval chantry, and the award-winning Carlisle Park, decorated with formal gardens and ancient woodland for pleasant strolls.

Sun-seekers can relax on the beautiful sands of Whitley Bay Beach in the popular seaside town with all the traditional attractions, such as amusement arcades along the promenade and fresh fish and chips.

Jump in the car and spend the day in the fabulous city of Newcastle, where you can catch the changing colours of the Millenium Bridge from the Quayside, get inspired by remarkable artwork at Laing Art Gallery, browse the stalls at Grainger Market, or choose from a large selection of bars, clubs and pubs for an evening of celebration.

Gather your loved ones for a memorable stay at Barnacre.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

MORPETH

Newcastle 14 miles; Alnwick 19 miles.

The lovely market town of Morpeth is situated centrally in Northumberland and is an ideal base from which to reach the coast or countryside. Offering the remains of an historic castle, lovely parks, riverside walks, ancient architecture and churches and an old chantry with a bagpipe museum, Morpeth is also ideal for visiting surrounding attractions such as Druridge Bay to the east, with miles of golden sands, the vibrant city of Newcastle to the south, Alnwick to the north, with its castle and gardens and the National Trust's Wallington Hall to the west. There is also access to the Simonside and Cheviot Hills, with good walking amidst beautiful countryside.

Please note - Weekly bookings have an arrival day of a Friday.
Please note - Short break bookings have an arrival day of a Friday & Monday.

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Reviews & Ratings

“I wish you had contacted me.”

“We had a lovely stay at Barnacre with our children & grandchildren.”

“First time staying here.”

“Lovely house, kids loved running round and the secret games room.”

“We have been to many cottages over the last 20 years this has to be rated the best Well done BARNACRE”

“Another fabulous stay at Barnacre.”

“Well laid out,well thought out,well kitted out.”

“You get what they promise and they promise what you get”

“This was the perfect house for a family get together.”

“We had an amazing stay the cottage was beautiful and had everything we needed to keep 4 generations comfortable.”

“Everything was perfect.”

“Excellent comfortable property with something for everyone.”

“Excellent accommodation Excellent location Accommodated our family perfectly, plenty of room and private space for everyone.”

“A beautiful property with plenty of room to spread out Everything was perfect with lovely personal touches.”

“Lovely for quiet holiday but still got plenty to do if you are more active, plenty room to rest in, garden is lovely, enjoyed every moment, loved the secret room.”

“We had a fabulous week once again in this property, we have stayed there a few times before and it is always our go-to when back in the UK to visit with friends and family.”

“Very spacious accommodation.”

“Barnacre is a fantastic property plenty of space for a big family with 2 lounges ...”

“We had a fabulous weekend stay at Barnacre.”

“Very comfortable, warm and convenient spot for local attractions.”

“Absolutely fantastic.”

“This is the third time we have stayed at this property.”

“Generally the accommodation was of a very high standard, and spacious.”

“Beautiful property.”

“The property was absolutely fantastic!”

“Barnacre is the best rental home we have stayed in to date.”

“Our stay at Barnacre was fantastic .”

“Beautiful property very spacious beautiful bathrooms, comfortable beds well equipped kitchen.”

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About the location

MORPETH