On this page, I’m going to show you the best large holiday homes in Northumberland, along with things to do nearby.
All the properties are of an excellent or exceptional standard throughout.
10 Best Large Houses to Rent in Northumberland
Sleeps 8
High Hemmel House
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets No | Hot tub | Swimming pool | WiFi | Open fire | Seaside | Games room | Near a pub
Luxury cottage with panoramic views towards Embleton Bay. Newly-built swimming pool.
Things To Do: Visit Dunstanburgh Castle. Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Holy Island, Bamburgh, Warkworth and Berwick are all within easy reach.
Orchard Cottage
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire
Grade II listed, detached barn conversion with hot tub surrounded by countryside.
Things To Do: The city of Durham is three miles away. Visit the Roman town of Chester-le-Street or Beamish Museum.
The Indigo House
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Near a pub
A charming 18th-century townhouse located in Berwick’s historic quarter.
Things To Do: Berwick is England’s most northerly town so head a few miles further north across the border into Scotland, or visit Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve.
Restharrow Lodge
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 3 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Garden
Situated a short walk from Bamburgh town centre, this contemporary lodge is in an ideal location for a family.
Things To Do: The property is near Bamburgh Castle and Bamburgh Beach.
Woodlands
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Garden
Perfect for the whole family, this retreat boasts four bedrooms, and a spacious interior so everyone can feel right at home.
Things To Do: Dominated by countryside and Thrunton Woods is just a short stroll away.
Choose from the selection of shops, pubs, and places to eat and there is plenty to see and do, with miles of golden sandy beaches, numerous castles and boat trips to the famous Farne Islands.
Sleeps 10
Manor House
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets No | WiFi | Games room
Contemporary detached cottage in Northumberland’s heritage coast.
Things to do: Visit historic Warkworth Castle. Head to Druridge Bays white sandy beaches.
Explore the historic fishing village of Amble, Alnwick Castle, and gardens and the National Trust’s Wallington Hall.
Hastings House
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Games room
Situated in the village of Ellingham, a few miles inland from the coast, this traditional barn conversion is perfectly located for family holidays. This property sleeps up to 8 people and welcomes 2 pets.
Things to do:
It is inside the village of Ellingham and near Preston Tower, Beadnell, and Newton Haven Beach where kids and the whole family can enjoy the warm sun and build sandcastles.
Sleeps 12
The Lookout
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | WiFi | Near a pub | Seaside
Three-storey house with uninterrupted views over Embleton Bay and Dunstanburgh Castle.
Things to do: The gardens at Howick Hall are open during the summer and are noted for their beauty, whilst Alnwick Castle and Garden are a ‘must-see’ when visiting the area.
The Old Miners Hall
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire | Games room
Granary Stone House
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | Swimming Pool | WiFi | Seaside
A luxury, semi-detached barn conversion on the edge of the popular coastal village of Embleton, the location is simply stunning with uninterrupted views over Embleton Bay and Dunstanburgh Castle.
Things To Do: The family can enjoy the swimming pool and nearby beach.
Near the beach is the Ship at Low Newton, famous for its microbrewery and scrumptious food.
Sleeps 16
Jacob’s Lodge
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 7 | Bathrooms 7 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Garden
This outstanding property is surrounded by the most impressive countryside views just outside the village of Eggleston, six miles from Barnard Castle.
Things To Do: Children and adults will love the games room with a pool table, TV and games console. Eggleston, Middleton-in-Teesdale and Barnard Castle are nearby and have a host of attractions and facilities.
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