The Folly, Northumberland
Capacity: 4 humans, 2 dog limit
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About:
smith’s Coffee Shop which serves delicious lunches and teas and is famous for its scones and tray bakes.A visit to the Greek-inspired Belsay Hall with its medieval castle and amazing gardens is a must for your stay at The Folly, and equally close is the lovely Bolam Lake Country Park – perfect for an afternoon stroll.The Folly is perfectly placed to allow you to discover Northumberland’s wonderful countryside, historic market towns and stunning coastline.Morpeth is within easy reach, while slightly further north is Rothbury and then Alnwick with its superb ‘Harry Potter’ Castle and equally famous Garden.To the south west, Corbridge and Hexham both boast a super selection of shops, boutiques, pubs and restaurants.Walkers and history enthusiasts can enjoy Hadrian’s wall, or a visit to the Roman forts of Chesters and Housesteads; you can also explore Devil’s Causeway or head onto the coast and discover Druridge Bay, Newton-by-the-Sea, Beadnell, Seahouses and Bamburgh – all well within an hour’s drive away.Those looking for a little more metropolitan excitement can head into Newcastle upon Tyne with its wonderful architecture, a plethora of shopping, dining and nightlife, as well as attractions such as the Quayside, the Millenium Bridge, the iconic Sage building, as well as a castle and a cathedral.The Angel of the North and Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, as well as the Cathedral city of Durham are also within easy reach.If you are the sporting type you can try a round of golf on the stunning course at the nearby Matfen Hall Hotel & Spa or take in some fishing at Higham Lake or on the River Tyne.Football fans might want to take in a match at St James Park, home of the Toon Army, or if horse racing is your thing, there are race courses at Gosforth Park, Newcastle or Hexham.With plenty of opportunities for days out close by, The Folly is the perfect choice for a stunning secluded base in the heart of Northumberland.
Summary:
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin plus flexible accommodation for a further two people
Bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC
Utility with cloakroom and WC
Kitchen/dinery with woodburning stove
Sitting room with open fire
Oil heating with woodburning stove and open fire
Oven and hob
WIFI
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Set well back from a country lane with parking for three cars
Lawned front garden and terrace to rear, both with garden furniture
Two well behaved pets allowed, Outbuildings with covered games area and stables for horses by separate arrangement with the owner
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 4 miles
Contact:
Sykes Cottages
Tel: 01244356695
Website: www.sykescottages.co.uk
