Self Catering Holidays In The United Kingdom

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What our customers say about their holidays

• Greg - Verified booking

  We (a couple) spent a long weekend exploring Northumberland and used the Granary as our base.

  Our arrival was easy with good comms in advance on what to expect. The owners were lovely and checked in a few times to ensure we had everything we needed, despite being busy with lambing season! The Granary is on a working farm so be prepared for animals, but it made the location more endearing for us. The location is at the end of an off-road track - bit bumpy in a regular car but ok if you drive slowly - and Rothbury village can be reached on foot in under 15 minutes. The Granary itself is located on the first floor and there's a stunning view over the hills from the living room. You'll find a double bed in the front of the cottage and two singles further back, and a dividing screen is available if you want to close the two areas off from each other. The kitchen had everything you might need for eating in, and the wine and fresh eggs from the farm were a nice surprise on arrival. In the bathroom, the shower was great (temperature and pressure) although if you're quite tall, the angle of the ceiling may make it a little tight. We had a few chilly days but the central heating was very effective and the log burner created a cosy evening atmosphere! We'd definitely recommend the Granary. It worked for us as a couple and is especially perfect for those that need a base for walking or those that like the outdoor life. It would also be good for those with young children simply for being on a farm and the chance to meet the animals.

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• Daniel - Verified booking

  Lovely cottage and lovely hosts.

  Very compact living area with large bedrooms, each with own en-suite. Dining table and chairs are available and folded. It is possible to make space for them by moving furniture but most adult groups probably wont bother. Kitchen is tiny but very well thought out. we found it easy to prepare food in kitchen, but having a crate to store bulk food elsewhere turned out to be useful. We brought our little dog who felt welcome there and got on well with the hosts' dog. There was lots of space for her for constitutional walks although no enclosed garden. The area is absolutely lovely for walking and cycling: much quieter than the central Lakes. There is a pleasant pub in the village which serves food as well as a selection of real ales. We did not go in during our week as the vegetarian options were not terribly appealing and we were off drinking following Covid. There is also a great little cafe that serves nice lunches and proper teapot tea. Overall, a nice cosy place to stay with very friendly and helpful hosts. Overall, would highly recommend

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• Cathy - Verified booking

  Almost as soon as we arrived we were contemplating a second week which we duly booked.

  It’s a really spacious apartment with loads of light, multiple seating areas indoor and out, views all around the countryside and beautifully quiet. It’s only a 20 minute walk to the village of Kibworth Beaumont with supermarket, local butcher and a variety of restaurants, pubs and takeaways. The place is surrounded by lovely historic villages, towns, canals, walks, places of interest and things to do. The décor and furnishings are comfortable with a great bed, good towels and enough cooking equipment to make a Sunday roast with all the trimmings should you want to. The owner is nearby, super helpful and left a fabulous welcome pack for us. There are also leaflets with local info and maps. The apartment is above a garage so there’s no adjoining neighbours and loads of privacy. Although there were issues with the host wi-fi (which we knew about pre-arrival), the cottage is not in a black spot and we had good Wi-Fi and phone service using our own provider. Highly recommended

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• Anne Marie - Verified booking

  Unfortunately, I have given a low rating due to a few things during our our stay.

  On arrival we noticed scaffolding on the adjoining property and the next morning before 8am we were woken up by drilling and hammering right next to bedroom window, this was going on until we left for a day out. A neighbour informed us work been going on for a while, Sykes were not aware so couldn't let us know, which has happened before. On arriving back we found had no central heating/water so couldn't have a wash/shower that evening or the following morning. I text owner but didn't get a reply till the following morning. I was advised "The owner is sorry to hear that the heating stopped on your final evening, there was enough gas supplied for your stay, however the heating had been over-ridden and increased causing the gas to empty faster". I am aghast that It seems we had a quota of gas to use even though paid £350 for a 2 night stay. All we did was turn thermostat up from 14 degrees. To say it ruined out stay at the cottage is an understatement.

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• Ann - Verified booking

  We had an incredible stay at the granary from the moment we arrived we was struck by the peaceful rustic charm of the place.

  The Granary itself was beautifully laid out and spotless, very quirky and loads of character, offering a perfect blend of comfort & nature. Alison is an amazing host - friendly, responsive & attentive to every detail, ensuring we had everything we needed for a relaxing stay but not at all intrusive. The location was perfect - Secluded enough for peace & quiet yet close to great hiking spots & local shops & attractions. We especially loved waking up to the serene sounds of nature and the few farm yard animals. The Granary was well equipped with the added bonus of a welcome pack ( Tea, coffee, milk, sugar, eggs Wine & logs) We highly recommend staying at the granary if your looking for a peaceful getaway with a fantastic host. We are planning on returning in March as theys so much to see in & around rothbury. Thanks again Alison, we look forward to seeing you again very soon

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