Bellingham 5.1 miles. Perched in Tarset near Bellingham, Northumberland, is this beautiful stone-built cottage, Hott Cottage. Enjoying a superb location within the Kielder Forest Park and a dark skies area, and a fantastic interior with exposed beams, Hott Cottage is a fabulous choice for couples or a family of six. The property benefits from off-road parking for three cars, as well as an enclosed front and rear garden with furniture, perfect for dining alfresco or savouring your favourite tipple whilst soaking up the far-reaching countryside views. Inside, you will find a lovely living/dining room, featuring a dining table for four, plush seating, a crackling real fire, and a Smart TV, a haven to return to after a day of exploring. Continue through to the well-equipped kitchen/diner, where you can conjure up your best dishes, ready to savour at the dining table for six over a bottle of wine. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom for your convenience. Upstairs, you can wash away the day in the well-appointed bathroom with a soak in the bath or quickly freshen up under the overhead shower, before retiring to one of four well-presented bedrooms, a king-size, a double and two singles. Your local amenities can be found in nearby Bellingham, where you can stock up on essentials at the convenience store, dine at the Black Bull, Rose & Crown, picnic in Jubilee Park, embark on a scenic hike along the Hareshaw Iron Works Trail, test out your swing at the excellent Bellingham Golf Club, or time your visit right attend the annual Bellingham Show and Country Festival in August. Continue onto Kielder Water, where you can try your hand at water skiing and sailing, visit the Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre, or further to Kileder, where you can make a pit stop at the Anglers Arms, follow the Kielder MTB Red Trail 2, or drink in views of the stars at Kielder Observatory. A visit to Northumberland would not be complete without visiting the English Heritage site of Hadrian’s Wall which spans for 73 miles. All this and more awaits at Hott Cottage.

This charming town of natural stone homes rests near to the banks of the River North Tyne and is sometimes referred to as the "capital" of the North Tyne Valley. The picturesque market town contains a 12th-century church, history centre, and 30-foot waterfall, all to the north, and is said to be built on a Roman station. It is close to Hadrian's Wall and Kielder Water and Forest and borders Northumberland National Park. This undeveloped region is a nature lover's paradise, with excellent hiking and walking opportunities, as well as fishing and horseback riding. The area is rich in historical landmarks, majestic residences, and renowned gardens, and it also features a world-class golf course.

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