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A wonderful retreat in Northumberland
Indulge in the hot tub, straight off the bedroom, in the private garden
A warm and cosy lounge to relax in after a busy day
The wood burner offers comfort and warmth in the lounge
Gorgeous sofa in the lounge to sink into
Farmhouse kitchen bursting with character
Farmhouse breakfast in the welcoming kitchen packed with features
Sumptuous four poster bed in the double bedroom
Four poster with wonderful finishing details
Classy en-suite shower room
Traditional stone cottage
1 / 11  A wonderful retreat in Northumberland
2 / 11  Indulge in the hot tub, straight off the bedroom, in the private garden
3 / 11  A warm and cosy lounge to relax in after a busy day
4 / 11  The wood burner offers comfort and warmth in the lounge
5 / 11  Gorgeous sofa in the lounge to sink into
6 / 11  Farmhouse kitchen bursting with character
7 / 11  Farmhouse breakfast in the welcoming kitchen packed with features
8 / 11  Sumptuous four poster bed in the double bedroom
9 / 11  Four poster with wonderful finishing details
10 / 11  Classy en-suite shower room
11 / 11  Traditional stone cottage

Rochester House Barn

Rochester, near Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland
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Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Working farm
Four Poster
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautiful traditional stone cottage set in the breath taking Cheviot foothills
  • Relax in the glorious hot tub after exploring footpaths, spectacular scenery and ancient historical sights 
  • A perfect romantic getaway where you can lose yourself from the everyday hustle and bustle 
Property code: 49414

In the historic hamlet of Rochester, dating back to Roman times, this charming barn cottage offers romantic getaway accommodation with access to 400 square miles of breathtaking Northumbrian landscape. The property is perfect for couples or small families, accommodating up to three people and welcoming one dog. Surrounded by spectacular countryside, it provides an ideal base for a holiday exploring the nearby Kielder Forest, The Cheviots, and Hadrian's Wall. The area boasts the darkest skies, making Stonehaugh's sky dome a must-visit for stargazing enthusiasts. Local amenities include a pub/restaurant 1.5 miles away and shops within four miles.

The interior features a beautiful farmhouse kitchen/diner with traditional barn character, equipped with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, and washing machine, complemented by a Welsh dresser and pine dining table. The spacious lounge steps down from the kitchen and offers a cosy retreat with a wood burner, TV, DVD player, and a sofa bed for additional sleeping arrangements. The bedroom boasts a four-poster bed and an en-suite shower room with WC, with direct access to the hot tub area, perfect for a romantic getaway. For families travelling with little ones, a travel cot and highchair are available.

The property features an enclosed garden, providing a secure space for children and pets. The decked area includes garden furniture, perfect for alfresco dining or evening stargazing sessions.  You can enjoy the private hot tub - ideal for relaxation after a day of exploration. This converted barn holiday accommodation offers off-road parking for two cars and includes bike storage for cycling enthusiasts.

 

  • 1 bedroom - double
  • 1 shower room
  • Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine and microwave
  • Private hot tub
  • Wood burner – logs included
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 4 miles and pub/restaurant 1.5 miles
  • Bike storage available
  • TV and DVD
  • Sleeps 2+1 on sofa bed
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Holly Hopkinson

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 55 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Janet 6th June 2025

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Reviewed by Pamela 30th May 2025

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A very comfortable, well equipped cottage. Good location with easy access to the borders in one direction and Hadrians Wall in the other. Redesdale Hotel was a good place for a meal.

Reviewed by Debbie 19th May 2025

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The location was perfect for exploring the surrounding countryside with so many walks just a short drive away. Our dog (a large golden retriever!) had plenty of room inside and outside of the cottage to move around and the dogs on this working farm were all super friendly; as were the lovely owners. Would definitely recommend a stay here and the hoRead moret tub was perfect to soak tired legs after a long day of walking :) Hide

Reviewed by Wendy 9th May 2025

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Reviewed by Tonitia 11th April 2025

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Absolutely fantastic place to stay, had everything needed for a lovely stay, kind owners and a beautiful cottage

Reviewed by Shaun 7th April 2025

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Friendly owners, lovely accommodation attached to the farmhouse but still with privacy.

Reviewed by David 4th April 2025

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Reviewed by Rachel 31st March 2025

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Lovely little spot. Owners are lovely & welcoming. The property is attached to the owners house but we did not feel like it encroached either way. Amenities are spot on, hot tub was fab and so was the log burner. Enclosed area perfect for our dog and the farm dogs were friendly & came for pets. Extremely quiet & peaceful, loudest thing was the horsRead morees in the barn! It is very remote though so be prepared to drive. Try Redesdale Arms for food too, you will not be disappointed. Hide

Reviewed by Robert 25th March 2025

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We appreciate the owners are very busy but attention to small details would benefit their business.

Reviewed by Robert 7th March 2025

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The cottage is pleasant and generally well equiped but could do with more and better quality towels. That said, the location is great for crossing the border to Scotland and there are a couple of good value places to eat close by.

Reviewed by Karen 24th February 2025

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The cottage is situated on a working farm in a stunning location. It is equipped with everything you need for a short break, including a washing machine and dishwasher, remember to bring your own detergent for both. The log burner is fantastic and fuel is provided. The four poster bed is really comfortable and we slept soundly. Our stay was wonderfRead moreul and we will definitely return. Hide

Reviewed by Stephan 7th February 2025

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We had a fabulous time at the Rochester House Barn and were lucky to meet the owner, a very busy farmer. It was in a nearby pub during a rugby game (Scotland lost!). We had such a laugh with him. The venue is cozy and well equipped and the log fire enhanced our evenings and warmed us up after our walks, not to mention relaxing in the jacuzzi. GreatRead more place - thanks to "Barn team". Hide

Reviewed by Helen 20th December 2024

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The cottage has been styled well, the character of the barn has been captured magnificently. It has a relaxing and calm feeling to it. We really enjoyed our stay. The standard of cleanliness is good, a few cobwebs here n there in the high corners, and the paint had peeled a little in spots but the cottage is generally clean and very comfortable. ThRead moree facilities are to a high spec and all in working order. The hot tub is divine!! The farmer and his family are friendly and very accommodating. Hide

Reviewed by Graeme 6th December 2024

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Reviewed by William 18th November 2024

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Reviewed by Jo 15th November 2024

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Reviewed by Jennifer 4th November 2024

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Reviewed by Marie 28th October 2024

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Had a very comfortable week, owners very welcoming. We will be booking again.

Reviewed by Paula 18th October 2024

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Reviewed by Jacqui 15th October 2024

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Reviewed by Tracy 27th September 2024

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What a cracking little gem, well I say little, it is so much bigger than the photos suggest. Lovely, warm, clean and super cosy. Perfect location just off the A68, beaches, castles, waterfalls, forest walks, lovely pubs and restaurants all within 60 minutes drive. And wow, the drives are beautiful, scenic roads with very little traffic. It is a worRead moreking farm with lots of stunning horses, sheep and friendly farm dogs. Fabulous hot tub for star gazing, the amazing dark skies. Owners are lovely too. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 20th September 2024

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Reviewed by Neil 7th September 2024

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Loved the cottage, perfect setting and lovely hosts. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Neil 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Michael 2nd August 2024

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Reviewed by Judith 14th July 2024

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Hosts were welcoming and friendly. Accomodation was comfortable and adequate for our needs. This was the 1st time we've stayed on a farm, so nice to see the animals, however i was also pleased to have a fence between our accomodation and the farm . 4 poster bed was a nice touch and we loved the private hot tub, which was used most days during our sRead moretay - location was central for most of the Northumberlands - but a car is a necessity. Have recommended to family Hide

Reviewed by Roger 21st June 2024

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Lovely barn conversion to very high standards very dog friendly in a good location with friendly and helpful owners. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and fortunately blessed with lovely weather, highly recommended..

Reviewed by Tony 14th June 2024

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A very tranquil place to stay perfectly located for some great scenery and historical sites both sides of the border. Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful if needed being next-door yet our privacy was fully respected. The facilities we of a high standard especially the hot tub which was everything we hoped it would be after a day out being touRead morerists. I would highly recommend this cottage as a place to stay for a National Park vacation. Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 7th June 2024

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Reviewed by Elaine 10th May 2024

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Thoroughly enjoyed our week here. Very relaxing.

Reviewed by Joanne 3rd May 2024

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Had a great stay in the lovely farm cottage. It has everything you need and is quiet and spacious. The hot tub is a bonus. Thank you to the owner his is very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed by Leigh 26th April 2024

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We had a lovely holiday here. The cottage is cosy and welcoming. It was so nice to see the animals on this working farm, we were lucky enough to see a newborn foal! Beautiful place for a relaxing escape from it all

Reviewed by Helen 22nd April 2024

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Lovely cottage on a working farm , scenery and surrounding walks fantastic.The owners where very nice and made us feel very welcome.hope to stay here again .

Reviewed by Helen 23rd March 2024

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We had such a relaxing time, will definitely be returning

Reviewed by Helen 15th March 2024

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Peaceful and relaxing stay in National Park area. Beautiful views. Friendly and helpful hosts. Lots of places for walking. Hot tub to relax aching bones at the end of the day.

Reviewed by Emma 16th February 2024

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We had a fantastic 5 night stay at the cottage, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The cottage is very homely and cosy, and is well equipped. we were lucky enough to get some good weather to go and out and about and visit Kielder and see all the sights of Otterburn. What you see is what you get here, it is situated on a working farm so horses and sheep Read moreand dogs are part of the package. I would definitely recommend and would have no hesitations staying again. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 13th February 2024

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Lovely stay, very friendly owners who were really helpful and a lovely quit location. Great to have a fully enclosed garden for our dog. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed by David 5th February 2024

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Reviewed by Brian 2nd February 2024

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Just returned from 3 night stay at cottage and absolutely loved it . Very cosy with all working facilities . Being winter the log burner was perfect and certainly done the job . Good location for hiking in keilder and near enough for car trips to otterburn and up to Jedburgh . Would recommend to anyone.

Reviewed by Patricia 5th January 2024

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Great value for money stay especially the hot tub. we had a couple minor issues but this didnt detract from our holiday. Bobby and Maggie the farm dogs used to visit us daily which made our day. Lots of free logs for the large log burner which is a great bonus. Lovely being based on a working farm and we often had a chat with Willie the owner. We wRead moreould definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 22nd December 2023

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Reviewed by Colin 10th December 2023

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The cottage was so clean and tidy inside and out it is so big inside but when you look at it from the outside it does not look as big it has all you need to have a great break would recommend this cottage to anyone thank you willy for a great time.

Reviewed by Rachel 8th December 2023

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Lovely cottage but bathroom was tired and shower pump not that good. Tv in bedroom not working and dishwasher out of use. If you like a very soft bouncy bed, you will love it. Would have been nice to have some tea and coffee. Hot tub is enclosed but is next to the farmhouse so not that private. Hard to tell that from the pictures on the website.

Reviewed by Jessica 1st December 2023

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Had a lovely stay, central to locations of interest, most gorgeous fire place and there was plenty of wood etc to keep warm and cosy. Lovely modern bathroom and utensils etc for that homely feel

Reviewed by Graeme 27th November 2023

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Fabulous location, we will be back

Reviewed by Catherine 24th November 2023

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Lovely cottage. Immaculately clean & cosy. Hosts were friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back

Reviewed by Paul 12th November 2023

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Excellent stay in a very nice location. Up on the tops. Plenty of nice dark skies We had a very chilled out stay and it was very good value for money.

Reviewed by John 3rd November 2023

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Reviewed by Amanda 27th October 2023

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Reviewed by Chris 13th October 2023

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Lovely cottage which we enjoyed yet again great walking pub and cafe near by

Reviewed by Janet 22nd September 2023

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Lovely cottage in a very convenient location for exploring Northumberland. The owners are very friendly and helpful. Lots of space in the cottage and very well equipped. The settee and bed were especially comfortable, the hot tub is lovely and is slightly sunk into the decking making it really easy to get into, and there is a spacious en-suite bathRead moreroom with excellent shower. Thoroughly recommend this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Lorraine 8th September 2023

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The cottage was very homely and in a lovely, quiet location. Despite being on a working farm we found it to be a peaceful setting and situated in an ideal position for exploring the Northumberland National Park and surrounding areas. The Hosts were very friendly.

Reviewed by Emily 25th August 2023

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Reviewed by Alan 28th July 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 7th July 2023

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