Guests say
The Smithy is a cosy, well-equipped cottage praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate its peaceful rural location, ideal for exploring Northumberland and nearby towns. The owners are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with thoughtful touches such as welcome packs noted by many. While parking is occasionally mentioned as tight or requiring a short walk, most guests found it manageable and well explained in advance. The cottage is especially popular with dog owners and those seeking a relaxing base for local walks and sightseeing.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage's spotless condition and high standards of cleanliness, with no negative comments in this area.
Guests consistently praise the peaceful rural setting and convenient access to local attractions, though some note the lack of shops in the immediate vicinity and the need to drive for amenities.
The cottage is frequently described as cosy, warm, and comfortable, even during cold weather, with guests feeling at home and relaxed.
Reviews mention the cottage is very well equipped, with everything needed for cooking and relaxing, including modern amenities and thoughtful extras like a book exchange.
Many guests mention welcome packs with items such as cake, milk, and prosecco, as well as helpful and friendly hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Stone detached cottage for couples tucked up a private lane in Ovington equidistant between Gateshead and Hexham.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Sofa Bed (One Adult Only)
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available. . Bike store. Electric car charging point. Parking 75m away, unloading at the door. No smoking.. Tucked up the end of a small and private lane nestles The Smithy, a quaint detached stone built cottage. Originally built in the 1850’s, this charming property now offers a cosy retreat for couples within walking distance of the facilities within the picturesque village of Ovington set within the Tyne Valley. Ovington is situated just over a mile from Prudhoe, where there is a Riverside Country Park on the banks of the river Tyne close by. Prudhoe sits equidistant between Hexham to the west and Gateshead to the east; both being 13 miles.
Free WiFi
A free untethered 7.5Kw Electric Vehicle Charging point (Type 2) is now available to use adjacent to the owners house, next door to the cottage, however the Electric vehicle will need to be moved back to the bottom of the lane after charging - please feel free to contact the owner to enquire about its use prior to your visit.
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
A comfortable well equipped cottage providing an ideal base for touring the local area.
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Margaret Cook
Lovely little cottage at the top of the lane. Peaceful location , birdsong was an added bonus. Everything was as described so absolutely no issues whatsoever. Very kind of the owners to leave oat milk, pint of semi skimmed milk and two caramel wafer biscuits. This is a small, beautiful village so please don’t expect a village shop, restaurant etc. there is a social club which welcomes visitors . Plenty shops, amenities etc within a short drive. Looking for a larger town then Hexham or Gateshead equidistant at 15 minutes drive.Kitchen dining area on ground floor with bedroom, sitting room and bathroom on 1st floor. Lovely views from cosy living room and bedroom . Location really convenient part of the country. Myself , husband and small dog thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Would have no issue in returning and highly recommend.
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Confirmed Guest
This Smithy was comfortable and had everything we needed. We were even able to stream our Netflix on the TV, which we find is not often the case in rental cottages. The cottage was a great base for exploring the eastern part of Hadrian’s Wall by bus and train. There are lovely walks to Prudhoe and along Whittle Burn, and we saw and heard many birds. Parking was not a problem. Unfortunately there’s no food shop in the village.