Newbiggin Cottage Blanchland, Durham

Holiday Rental Description

Holiday home
Newbiggin Cottage is a wonderfully presented chocolate-box cottage situated near the Blanchland village of Northumberland enveloped by stunning countryside. Boasting three bedrooms; a single, a king-size double and a king-size double with zip/link beds, it can sleep five people. Inside also comprises a ground floor bathroom, a kitchen, utility, dining room with open fire and sitting room with woodburning stove. Outside is off-road parking for two cars and a wild garden across the road with seating. Newbiggin Cottage is a delightful retreat in a beautiful area of Northumberland.

Accomodation Details
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (zip/link can be twins on request), 1 x double, 1 x large single. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Utility. Dining room with open fire. Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Area
Blanchland straddles the Northumberland and Durham border in the North Pennines AONB. Built with stones from the remains of the 12th century Blanchland Abbey, the village boasts a scene worthy of the setting choice for Catherine Cookson's novels. Take the time to pay the Lord Crewe Arms a visit, it offers a wide selection of food and drink. Bordered by countryside the village offers walking opportunities. Nearby the village of Edmundbyers comprises a village green, a Wesleyan Chapel, pub, restaurant and deli. Nestled in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the area boasts stone walls, moorland and waterfalls, a welcoming haven for plants and animals, al to be explored.

Region
Northumberland is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian’s Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife.

Amenities
Oil central heating with open fire and woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Hairdryer, Freeview TV, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Two well-behaved dogs welcome, dogs only. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. Private Tennis Court available for use, please bring own rackets and balls. Note: Dogs downstairs only. Note: Steep winding staircase to the first floor.