Guests say
Newtonstead Bothy receives glowing praise for its peaceful, rural setting, cosy atmosphere, and warm, welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the comfort, cleanliness, and well-equipped nature of the cottage, as well as its dog-friendly features and access to beautiful countryside walks. The remote location is ideal for those seeking tranquillity and a true escape, though a car is essential for amenities. Thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs, are appreciated but not guaranteed. Minor suggestions include the addition of small items like a vacuum or mop. Overall, the Bothy is highly recommended for a relaxing countryside retreat.
Multiple reviews describe the property as very clean, well maintained, and comfortable. Only one minor suggestion was made for a mop or vacuum, but no negative comments about cleanliness were noted.
The rural, peaceful location is repeatedly praised as perfect for those seeking seclusion and beautiful countryside. The remoteness is highlighted as a positive, though guests note that amenities are several miles away, making it less suitable for those wanting shops or pubs within walking distance.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's comfort, including a super comfy bed, cosy atmosphere with underfloor heating and a log burner, and a relaxing vibe. The property is described as ideal for unwinding and recharging.
The Bothy is described as well equipped, with all essentials provided and high-quality towels. Some guests suggested minor additions like a mop, vacuum, or extra oven tray, but overall facilities are highly rated and well maintained.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with bread, milk, and other items, as well as friendly, helpful hosts. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A perfect cottage to relax in and unwind. Set on the owner’s farm in a rural location, yet only a few minutes from the main road. The perfect area for walking for you and your dog!. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed rear garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. A perfect retreat for couples or those seeking night skies to stargaze. Newonstead Bothy is the ideal relaxing hideaway for a well-deserved holiday or short break, where you can completely switch off and unwind. With lovely light and airy rooms and far-reaching country views, this semi-detached barn conversion is a wonderful place to stay in. On cool evenings you have the marvellous wood burner to curl up in front of.
Set on the owner’s upland hill farm, and slightly off the beaten track, it’s idyllic for couples wishing to cycle and walk, with or without a dog. Whilst the location is set in the countryside, you really only are a couple of miles from the main road network so exploring this beautiful county is easy from Newonstead Bothy. The well-equipped kitchen has seating for four, just in case you want to invite friends over, and there is a fabulous large wall map of the county so you can plan all your day trips. On entering to the property, there is a large porch for storing all your outdoor equipment and outside is a storage area for bicycles. The owners provide a welcome tea tray and have added maps which shows which fields and walks you can have access too. In spring the owners are happy to show you the lambs and answer any of your questions.
The wonderful National Trust Property of Wallington Hall and Gardens is only 5 miles away. Matfen Hall, Spa and Golf Centre is only 10 miles, and you can drive down to Corbridge in 20 minutes. This is a lovely old Roman town with plenty of lovely pubs and cafés. The pick-your-own fruit farm and café is only half an hour for you to enjoy in summer. You really can travel all over the county from Newonstead Bothy, then come home and relax in this lovely location.
The property is located on a working farm.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (35)
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Chris Manns
The Bothy is lovely, cosy, clean and well maintained. Set in a beautiful, rural location, on a farm, it gave me the peaceful time away I was looking for. Very dog friendly, secure parking and the patio/garden area was great. Being able to go for walks across the farm fields where my dog could be off lead and run freely was fantastic.The hosts, Alex and Rupert were lovely, very friendly and helpful, giving suggestions on local places to visit.The location is rural so bringing supplies with you would be recommended, although there is a welcome pack to get you started. Kirkharle Courtyard is about a 10 mins drive away, somewhere to walk and stop at The Running Fox for brunch/cake. Lots of other places to visit nearby so this is an ideal place to stay and travel. I would highly recommend staying here, it’s my favourite place I’ve ever stayed and will definitely be returning.
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Mark Hadwin
Lovely quiet location, great for viewing the stars a night, plenty of wildlife. The bothy is a wonderful cosy place to get away from the hustle and bustle, would highly recommend
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Robert McRae
We had a lovely time here. It was the ideal location for getting away from the world, set in a rural farm. The host Alex ( who is lovely ) lives in the farmhouse at the end of the road with her family but you are very much left to yourself ( which we liked) and whilst the welcome pack of instructions is quite light, it was refreshing to stay at somewhere that wasn't full of negative signs and notices telling you what you can or couldn't do as I have seen elsewhere and you are instead treated as an adult to leave the place as you found it. The three key things that they get right in this cottage are they have a comfy bed, a comfy sofa ( so often in rentals people scrimp on a low back sofa) and a lovely warm , powerful shower. You are very remote ( about 20 minutes in the car to the nearest shop), so bring your shopping with you but the scenery is wonderful and it's a perfect location to visit places of interest in the area. The log burner was a treat and made the cottage very cosy and it is very dog friendly with fields nearby to walk in. The cooking facilities are fine ( an extra tray in the oven would have been useful) and overall you felt so relaxed that you forgot at times you were in a rental as the vibe was more like you were staying with friends. I would thoroughly recommend it