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Reiver's Rest is a holiday cottage in BELLINGHAM, Northumbria. Book Reiver's Rest online today. This page contains information about Reiver's Rest including photos, reviews and more.
Prices start at £328.00 per week.
Overview
Sleeping six people in three bedrooms, this lovely former coach house is in the grounds of Hesleyside Hall near Bellingham in Northumberland. 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.
Reiver's Rest is a quality cottage in the grounds of Hesleyside Hall, near Bellingham in Northumberland. The cottage has a bedroom which can be offered as a super king-size double or a twin, a double room and a twin room. There is a family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Downstairs, there is a well equipped kitchen with breakfast area, and a sitting room with open fire and large dining area. Outside, there is a private front patio, and access to the estates grounds including woodland walks. Fishing and tours of the hall can be offered by prior arrangement with the owners. Reiver's Rest makes a very welcoming base for a rural stay in grand surroundings. Northumberland is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian's Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife.
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Facilities & Amenities
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.
Location, Location, Location!
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Bellingham is surrounded by the Northumberland National Park, is part of the Pennine Way and is near to Kielder Water, all of which makes it a walkers' paradise and a well-located base from which to see the rest of the region. Bellingham is the unofficial capital of the North Tyne Valley and is supposed to be built on the site of an old Roman station. It is extremely picturesque, comprising of a number of natural stone houses and there is much to see in the village itself, such as its 12th century church, the Heritage Centre and a cascading waterfall, which is just a short walk away. Nearby, other attractions include the Northumberland National Park, Hadrian's Wall and Kielder Forest and Water. There are plenty of walks to be had in the region, as well as a host of outdoor activities, such as horse-riding, fishing and canoeing.
Reviews
"The cottage is on a county estate but as it's the end of the block you don't feel as though you are attached at all. The living room is beautiful with a great coal fire, we had going nearly all the time. Loved it. We did walk to the village, in the pouring rain, and found everyone we met to be welcoming and friendly, except the butcher who blamed us for the weather!! Ha ha! His steak pies were delicious though. We only used the big bedroom and found it a little cold but the heavyweight duvet soon took care of that. We'd recommend this cottage to anyone except anyone who might have difficulty with the stairs. The fully equipped kitchen come complete witha washer dryer which was well used after our trip to Hadrian's Wall, yup, it rained again but didn't spoil our visit. Stay here with confidence."
"We stayed here for a week with our 2 children. The cottage was perfect for our needs, with an enormous garden with plenty of room for kicking a ball around and even a swing. The cottage was a little more rustic than I was expecting but very charming and comfortable. Our favourite room was the lounge / dining room which had an open fire, comfortable lounges and a big antique dining table. The kitchen was small but adequate, with an eclectic collection of cooking utensils. Nearest village (Bellingham) was about 2-3km away and had all the necessary shops for supplies. The only thing I would say is that the stairs are very steep and the shower is an over-bath arrangement, so I would not recommend Riever's Rest for elderly guests. Otherwise, though, we very much enjoyed our stay and I would happily come again."
"We recently stayed at Reiver's Rest, and found it to be the perfect place to explore the area. The owners could not have been more friendly and accommodating, The property was clean and comfortable - the only hard thing was getting out of bed each morning! We visitied Hadrian's Wall, the coast, and the border abbeys in nearby Scotland. The small villages in the area were all a delight- good restaurants and pubs. We recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a relaxing and comfortable home-away-from -home. Thank you William and Anna for making our stay in Northumberland so special."
"Its a great cottage , 3 large bedrooms with comfortable beds, lots of hot water and power shower, log fire, internet. Pets are welcome downstairs but gardens out side are not fenced so if you pet wanders this will be an issue. Stairs are steep and could be a risk for small children, elderly and infirm"
"This cottage is super - in a beautiful rural location with woodland walks and fields of sheep on the door step. Kielder with all of its facilities is close and is the village of Bellignham (small supermarket, petrol, pubs, etc). It is very peaceful, with the only disturbance being the noise of the guinea fowl. The cottage itself is comfortable, with great bedrooms. The kitchen and bathroom are functional though I could imagine with a full house they could be a bit cramped. It is dog friendly - and ours enjoyed his stay as well! Do note no mobile phone signal, but there is wi-fi and a landline for incoming emergency calls."
"We stayed here with friends over New Year and it was a great place for cosy evenings in front of the fire, a celebration meal and interesting places to visit. It's a shame there is only one bathroom. It would be difficult if you were 6 adults. The standard of furnishing is excellent. The beds and bedding super comfortable. We walked at Kielder Water and to the waterfall at Bellingham. Lots more to do than we had time for."
"Our week at Reivers Rest has been a delight. The house is part of the converted stables of Hesleyside Hall and a lovely quiet location. In fact the only noise to be heard is from the guinea fowl outside in the grounds. The house is clean, comfortable and well furnished. We had a tour of Hesleyside Hall with the owners William and Anna Charlton, for a small fee. The tour is fascinating and lovely to see the evidence of a family home as well as an historic property which has been in the same family since 1343. Reivers Rest is in a beautiful location, close to Bellingham, Kielder and Hadrians Wall. A favourite walk was Hareshaw Linn in Bellingham. Recommended highly for families and pet owners."
"could not fault everything was perfect owners very helpfull so quiet and peacefull yet pleanty to do around"
"If you're looking for a romantic paradise with wonderful wildlife including a myriad of birds, red squirrels, roe deer and comedy domesticated guinea fowl all topped off with a dramatic landscape that let's you cycle in the woods, walk hills to waterfalls , great local pub food then Reivers Rest is the perfect spot for you. The accommodation is warm, welcoming and perfectly located. Loved it and will definitely be coming back."
"Willian and ann are very friendly people. The stay at reiver's rest was very pleasent, We where lso offered a guided tour around and inside the house. Magnificent place. I can reccomend a stay at Reiver's rest. It is far away from noise, close to the private forest, close to keilder forest, close to Scotland, Land of Mary Queen of Scots. Go and see for yourself. Gerritsma family Holland"
"I can highly recommend Hesleyside Hall's Stable Block cottage. We stayed for a week and were very impressed with the quality of the accommodation and the friendliness of the Charlton family. The bedrooms had wonderfully comfortable beds and the decor was 'posh' country style, the lounge was windfall with comfy sofas and beautiful antique furniture including a huge dining table and the kitchen was small but everything you need is provided. In my opinion the only thing missing was a second toilet/bathroom - sleeping 6 this would have made mornings slightly slicker. Overall highly recommended."
"Reiver's Rest is ideal for those looking for peace and quiet, with wildlife arriving on your doorstep at any given moment. The accommodation and contents are of a very high standard, with the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. I would love to return to this accommodation in the winter, as being on the edge of Keilder National Park the dark skies will be wonderful. Many thanks to William and anna for sharing part of their home and also to Susan the housekeeper. I could run out of superlatives if I carry on! One other note - a car is a must as there are so many areas of interest in the vicinity."
"A wonderful former coach house attatched to the splendid Hesleyside Hall the home of William and anna Charlton with a family history dating back to 1130. Reivers Rest Cottage provides a mix of modern and traditional facilities with an elegant dining room providing ample space for entertaining up to six guests at candlelit dinners. Three large bedrooms equipped with super comfortable mattresses and high quality bedding.The kitchen area is well equipped and adjacent to the large dining/lounge area with flat screen TV. Our two dogs had a fantastic holiday and slept well in the kitchen area at night. Easy access to Northumberland and the Borders with local amenities in Bellingham village. Excellent eating establishments in close proximity, all of which offer excellent cuisine to suit every taste. Many thanks to hosts William and anna and houskeeper Susan for providing such a fascinating and enjoyable holiday experience."
"A wonderful former coach house attatched to the splendid Hesleyside Hall the home of William and Anna Charlton with a family history dating back to 1130. Reivers Rest Cottage provides a mix of modern and traditional facilities with an elegant dining room providing ample space for entertaining up to six guests at candlelit dinners. Three large bedrooms equipped with super comfortable mattresses and high quality bedding.The kitchen area is well equipped and adjacent to the large dining/lounge area with flat screen TV. Our two dogs had a fantastic holiday and slept well in the kitchen area at night. Easy access to Northumberland and the Borders with local amenities in Bellingham village. Excellent eating establishments in close proximity, all of which offer excellent cuisine to suit every taste. Many thanks to hosts William and Anna and houskeeper Susan for providing such a fascinating and enjoyable holiday experience."
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Weather Forecast
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| Temp. | Rainfall | Wind | Clouds | Pressure | Humidity | |||
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| Today | Light Rain | 1°C - 8°C | 1.04mm | 13mph NNW | 86% | 1,003mb | 63% | |
| Tomorrow | Light Rain | -1°C - 8°C | 2.41mm | 8mph NNW | 73% | 1,006mb | 62% | |
| Saturday | Broken Clouds | -1°C - 10°C | 0.00mm | 11mph NNW | 55% | 1,008mb | 51% | |
| Sunday | Light Rain | 1°C - 10°C | 0.25mm | 12mph NNW | 100% | 1,003mb | 77% | |
| Monday | Light Rain | 2°C - 12°C | 1.58mm | 15mph NNW | 94% | 1,010mb | 63% | |
| Tuesday | Light Rain | 6°C - 15°C | 1.95mm | 15mph NNW | 99% | 1,012mb | 70% | |
| Wednesday | Overcast Clouds | 7°C - 16°C | 0.00mm | 9mph NNW | 100% | 1,017mb | 85% |