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Allan's Cottage - Kielder

Kielder, near Hexham, Northumberland
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • A charming and well equipped holiday home with stunning scenery, wonderful wildlife, and walking routes on the doorstep
  • Walk, hike, canoe, sail, fish and mountain bike in the stunning Kielder Water and Forest Park
  • Gaze up at the pristine dark skies in Northumberland's International Dark Skies Park, on a clear night you can see thousands of stars including the Milky Way
  • Extra-large, enclosed garden for al fresco dining ideal for picnics or games, the thoughtfully laid-out interior with charming furnishings creates a restful space for a break
Overview
Property code: OC-89299

This well-equipped cottage offers warm and welcoming home-from-home comfort in a beautiful and peaceful location within Kielder Water and Forest Park. Venture less than a mile towards the 18th-century gothic Kielder Castle for the friendly village pub/restaurant. Meander through the Minotaur Maze and visit the popular street food diner within the castle grounds. The local garage sells some essentials, and the nearest shops are 6 miles away, so please come prepared. Two more pubs/restaurants are in Falstone and Shilling Pot (9 miles). Hire a bike to explore the myriad of mountain bike trails and children can follow the Gruffalo Spotters’ Trail. Explore the 26-mile Lakeside Way spotting wonderful wildlife and birds, and enjoy the night-time splendours of the starry sky with Kielder Observatory 3 miles away.

Access to this welcoming cottage is through the front door into a small hallway. Head into the bright and inviting lounge where you can rest weary legs after exploring this stunning area and the many visitor attractions. Relax on the comfortable seating to enjoy a cosy evening in front of the fire watching your favourite shows on the Smart TV. The well-equipped kitchen/diner has everything you need to plan and enjoy your meals. There is a separate utility/boot room area perfect for storing your outdoor clothing and boots, and the back door leads out to the extensive gardens. At bedtime, head upstairs to find the two attractive bedrooms, one with a double bed and a TV that’s perfect for a long lie-in, and a twin bedroom with lovely garden views – both bedrooms boast a charming feature fireplace. The accommodation is completed by the pretty family bathroom.

Outside, steps from the back door lead to the long, lawned garden with mature trees and shrubs – a wonderful place for games. Enjoy cooking on the BBQ and dine alfresco in warmer months. Unwind with a drink on the bench seating to watch the many visiting birds by day and gaze up at the super-starry sky at night. Head through the garden gate at the far end to find another ‘secret’ garden area, which leads out to a lovely walk and into the forest. Bike lovers can store bikes in the cycle store.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin
  •  1 bathroom with bath, separate shower, and WC
  • Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and freezer
  • Travel cot, highchair, and stairgate available on request
  • Smart TV in the lounge and TV in the double bedroom
  • Open fire – unlimited logs and coal provided
  • Enclosed mature and lawned garden, outdoor furniture and BBQ
  • Lockable bike store for up to 4 bikes
  • Parking is on a quiet street, or in the pull-in area in front of the property (subject to availability)
  • Shop 6 miles, pub/restaurant within 1 mile
  • This property has a natural water supply from a Spring
  • PLEASE NOTE - there is are no electrical vehicle charging facilities at this property, please use local EV stations
  • Arrival: 15:00 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.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Russell 6th June 2026

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Very clean well equipped home. Bed was comfortable. Location was very peaceful with very little traffic. Walks were fantastic, very picturesque.

Reviewed by Wayne 12th September 2025

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Beautiful cottage in a stunning location with easy access to all sorts of amazing sights.

Reviewed by Dave 22nd August 2025

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Reviewed by Mhairi 17th August 2025

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A beautiful little house to stay in, very handy for forest walks, mountain biking etc. with all the equipment required. The Tavern was open when we were there Sunday to Friday and the chips were to die for! Recommend doing the observatory tour. VERY interesting The crew made it a GREAT night.

Reviewed by Joanna 1st August 2025

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Reviewed by Sarah 18th July 2025

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This was such a beautiful little cottage. The enclosed garden was perfect for our dog and the house was immaculate with everything we needed. We would 100% recommend this as somewhere to stay to explore Kielder Forest.

Reviewed by Christopher 16th May 2025

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We had a relaxing week. Good to go on the trails for walks on the doorstep without having to drive . The weather was lovely all week , friendly neighbours too.

Reviewed by Susan 21st March 2025

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We spent a wonderful week at Allan House in Kielder. The cottage had everything you could possibly need and was so welcoming. It was very clean and everything was of a high quality. Yvonne was a thoughtful and responsive host who made our stay very comfortable. The walks from the door were wonderful as was the wider area. Such a peaceful place.

Reviewed by Bev 14th March 2025

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A real gem of a find. Spotlessly clean and every comfort catered for. Located conveniently for exploring Kielder and wider Northumberland. Excellent facilities, we loved the comfy beds, fluffy towels and the open fire which added to our experience. The garden is the best we have come across for our two border terriers who love to play and explore -Read more they didn't want to come home! On an evening the night sky views from the garden were spectacular and we loved the summer house. Can't wait to return Hide

Reviewed by Louise 1st February 2025

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The cottage itself is lovely, spotlessly clean and well equipped with a real fire (unlimited coal and logs) and a large dog friendly garden however it is quite remote. No shops in village at moment but to be fair owners made this clear as well as being very helpful with good communication. Local pub being closed for refurbishment did not help but sRead morehould be open in March. Lots of nearby walks. Suspect whole area wakes up in Spring and Summer becoming child friendly. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 29th December 2024

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Great location for exploring Kielder Water, visiting the observatory. Good to note that the local store is seasonal so take what you need with you unless you want to drive to get provisions (or get an online delivery). Yvonne was really responsive and helpful. Welcome milk and sparkling were a lovely touch.

Reviewed by Jillian 6th December 2024

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The cottage was very clean and warm . The kitchen was well stocked and there was plenty of cupboard space for our own provisions too. The garden is fantastic for dogs but even better is the walks right out of the door. We only went out in the card once to the waterside area of Kielder where as well as lots of walks there wae a nice cafe/bar for gooRead mored food & a shop for basic provisions. I believe in summer they open longer but in mid December they close at 4pm. All in all we had a perfect break. Hide

Reviewed by Jan 15th November 2024

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Amazing property, very welcoming, lovely decor and immaculate. Settees were firm and comfortable and the beds offered a great nights sleep. Lots of information readily available on all appliances, local attractions as well as plenty of games for the younger ones too. Also for added peace of mind I had a contact for someone local should I have any pRead moreroblems. All in all it was the perfect stress free break I needed - I would have no hesitation recommending this property. Hide

Reviewed by Rosamund 21st October 2024

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What a fantastic autumnal stay at Allans Cottage. Excellently equipped kitchen and utility room, very clean, and other facilities were brilliant. All information set out in the folder in the dining room sideboard was really helpful. Great location for star gazing, woodland walks around the castle and viaduct, the forest drive, exploring local bastlRead morees, sketching, and relaxing by a crackling fire in the evening. A real home from home and so welcoming. Did not want to leave! Hide

Reviewed by Peter 20th September 2024

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I have stayed at many holiday cottages, but this one was by far the best. It was comfortable and well equipped and in a good location, if a bit remote. Internet was good but no phone signal. A blessing in disguise. I would recommend this cottage highly.

Reviewed by Andrea 6th September 2024

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Absolutely beautiful cottage. The fully enclosed, large garden was perfect for our two spaniels. You could take walks from the door or travel to different points around the lake and then walk. Some of the lakeside activities and cafes had closed because it was not peak season. There are no local shops so make sure you take enough basic supplies forRead more your first couple of days. The owners were lovely and very helpful. It was a very peaceful and relaxing holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 30th August 2024

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My second stay at the cottage. I first came in June this year with my elderly dog, Blaze. I booked the cottage again so that my partner could come with us, as she was away with friends when we went. Unfortunately, Blaze died in July, so he wasn't with us this time. We did however, bring Luka and Leiro, our two new rescue dogs. Like Blaze, they loveRead mored the cottage, especially the garden and had a lot of fun chasing each other around it. We all had a great holiday and will probably go again. Hide

Reviewed by Denise 23rd August 2024

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Summer house great, location stunning. Walk out of garden into woods. Very clean. Thank you.

Reviewed by Lyndsay 5th August 2024

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Has everything you need for a self catering break away. Dog towel is a genius idea! The welcome biscuits and non alcoholic drink an unexpected treat. Ideal location for Forrest walks and good base for exploring Kielder and surrounding areas.

Reviewed by Maggie 29th July 2024

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Reviewed by Robert 5th July 2024

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Excellent cottage. Lovely summer house. Very relaxing.

Reviewed by Linda 28th June 2024

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Lovely cottage and garden. The dogs loved it! We loved the welcome gift of refreshing elderflower fizz and the very nice cookies. We also appreciated the milk, tea and coffee. After a long journey it was very good to have a cuppa before we unpacked the car.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.