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Forest Retreat

Byrness Village, Northumberland
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
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At a glance

  • Beautifully presented property surrounded by birdlife and nature in the international Dark Sky Park
  • Keep yourselves toasty in the winter months with the warming wood burner
  • The enclosed garden is perfect for kids and dogs, and there’s furniture for dining alfresco
Property code: OC-F29082

The property enjoys a tranquil location in a truly stunning area in the national park, in the small village of Byrness. This is an idyllic choice for walkers, hikers, runners, cyclists, explorers and outdoors enthusiasts of all levels looking for fresh air and inspiration. Surrounded by forest, there is a lovely walk from the cottage, perfect for a dog walk. Neighbouring Kielder Forest (14 miles) and Reservoir (15.5 miles) offer a myriad of walking and cycling trails ranging in distance with the well-known Kielder observatory for avid astronomers. Cross into Scotland at Carter Bar in the Cheviot Hills (5.5 miles). Explore Otterburn in the Redesdale Valley (10 miles) with shops, pubs and restaurants, historic Jedburgh (16 miles), and Rothbury for Cragside House and Gardens (25.5 miles).

This lovely, welcoming cottage is packed with thoughtful touches from the owners. It has been renovated to a high standard and with great attention to detail to ensure you have a comfortable holiday. Step into the hallway where you can hang outdoor clothing and store your walking boots. Walk through to the open-plan snug/kitchen/diner with a cosy wood burner and a couple of comfortable chairs – a perfect spot to relax and chat while the family cook prepares dinner. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. Spend time together sitting at the dining table enjoying your meals and planning your daily adventures. A door from the kitchen leads to the useful downstairs WC, and the back door of the property opens onto the enclosed garden. After dinner, head to the lounge just off the hallway to unwind on the comfortable seating. There is a Smart TV, books, games and modern electric flame-effect fire which adds to the relaxing ambience. The three bedrooms are on the first floor, all with views towards the nearby forest. The king-size has a sleigh-style bed, a TV, and an en-suite walk-in shower and WC. The twin bedroom has 2'6" zip-and-link beds which can be made up as a king-size on request, and there is a generous single bedroom. The family bathroom comprises a shower over the bath and a WC.

Outside, the fully enclosed garden at the rear of the property has a patio outside the back door, a lawned area, and a raised patio with garden furniture. Relax with your morning coffee listening to the visiting birdlife, dine alfresco in the warmer months and gaze up at the Milky Way all year round as this property is located within the dark skies area.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin with 2'6" zip-and-link beds (which can be made up as a king-size on request), 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, en-suite with WC and shower, plus an additional downstairs WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner (an initial basket of logs is provided)
  • Smart TV in the lounge and TV in 1 bedroom
  • Enclosed garden with garden furniture
  • Outside tap and hose for dogs and walking boots
  • On-street parking in front of the property
  • Please note: There is no pub in the village
  • Please note: No charging of EVs at this property
  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin with 2'6" zip-and-link beds (which can be made up as a king-size on request), 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, en-suite with WC and shower, plus an additional downstairs WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner (an initial basket of logs is provided)
  • Smart TV in the lounge and TV in 1 bedroom
  • Enclosed garden with garden furniture
  • Outside tap and hose for dogs and walking boots
  • On-street parking in front of the property
  • Please note: There is no pub in the village
  • Please note: No charging of EVs at this property
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Laura Watts

This property is personally managed by Laura.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Michelle 12th April 2025

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Well equipped, beautifully presented and positioned.

Reviewed by Julie 5th April 2025

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Absolute home from home. Had everything you might need. Very comfortable. Great location

Reviewed by Marc 16th March 2025

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The house is amazing, we had loads of room to relax after our walks and the house is very dog friendly. The kitchen is great , you have enough utensils to cook a full blown meal . The bed was very comfortable all the bathrooms were lovely. The village is nice and quiet and some lovely walks nearby. We really enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Laurie 19th October 2024

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Forest Retreat is an exceptional cottage and we loved every minute of our stay there. The location is unique - Byrness, a 1950s village set within the Redesdale forests - and the house is beautifully conceived. The furniture and equipment are all of a high standard and we adored the interior design. The cottage was also impeccably clean. Forest RRead moreetreat is over 400 miles away from where we live, but we long to return there. Hide

Reviewed by Laura 7th October 2024

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A really homely cottage, everything we needed and a perfect base for exploring the local area.

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