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Englewood Cottage

Allenheads, Northumberland (Ref. 1198287)

Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Four poster bed
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x four-poster double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
  • Well-equipped beamed kitchen/diner with fitted cupboards, original stone-flagged floor and an original decorative cooking range
  • Very comfortable beamed sitting room with inglenook fireplace and multi-fuel stove
  • Electric storage heaters
  • Electric cooker, microwave, under-counter fridge, with freezer compartment, washing machine
  • TV with FreeSat, DVD and a small selection of family-friendly DVDs, WiFi
  • Electricity and starter pack for multi-fuel stove inc. in rent
  • Bed Linen and Towels inc. in rent
  • Pleasant riverside garden with garden furniture
  • The garden is accessible to the rear of the property, where there is a small shared pathway for residents running between the property and the private garden
  • Parking on quiet road
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Supermarket 6.9 miles, pub and cafe 1 mile
  • Please note that the ceiling over the bath is sloped and while there is a shower hose for added convenience eg hairwashing, this shower hose regrettably cannot be used at full standing height

The property

Englewood Cottage is a well‑placed cottage in Allenheads, Northumberland, ideal for families seeking time away in a rural setting, offering a multi‑fuel stove, open countryside views and an enclosed garden, and as you park just outside, the surroundings immediately feel quiet and expansive, with moorland stretching out in every direction and the stillness of the landscape setting the tone, while the stone-built terrace sits naturally within its setting, reflecting its long history and the slower pace of life ahead.

Stepping inside, the cottage reveals its heritage through thick stone walls and well‑proportioned rooms dating back to 1854, encouraging you to set bags down, open a window to the fresh moorland air and begin to unwind as the day eases into a gentler rhythm.

Moving through the accommodation, the layout feels spacious and comfortable, making it easy to cook, gather and relax together, with original character running through the rooms and furnishings chosen to support everyday living without distraction.

To the rear, a shared pathway leads you outside and towards the private garden, creating a natural transition from cottage to countryside, where the garden slopes gently down to a small stream whose steady movement adds a calming presence, offering space to step out with a morning drink, wander closer to the water or pause as the light shifts across the surrounding moorland, with the garden blending seamlessly into the wider landscape beyond.

Nearby days out suit families and friends alike, from Killhope Lead Mining Museum with its historic buildings, open hillside setting and hands‑on insight into the area’s past, to the market town of Hexham where independent shops line the streets, the abbey rises quietly at the centre and riverside walks offer space to roam, while Hadrian’s Wall draws you along ancient stone remains with sweeping views across open countryside and a powerful sense of history throughout.

Englewood Cottage is a place to slow down and enjoy the setting.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

ALLENHEADS

Allendale Town 7 miles; Hexham 18 miles.

The village of Allenheads is situated in the heart of the North Pennines in beautiful Allendale. Allenheads is reputed to be one of the highest villages in England and stands over 1,400ft above sea level. The dale was once an important lead-mining area and there is an interesting display of former life in the village in the Allenheads Heritage Centre and blacksmiths shop. The village is surrounded by wonderful heather-clad moorland making the whole area an ideal place for walkers and lovers of country life. The award-winning Killhope Lead Mining Centre, the fascinating city of Durham, Beamish Open Air Museum, Hadrian’s Wall and the attractive market towns of Allendale Town, Alston and Hexham are all within easy driving distance.

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