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Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Milfield, Northumberland
  • Popular LocationFlodden Battlefield6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEtal Castle7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBamburgh Castle29 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)67 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens

Clayton Cottage is a real home from home, nestled in the tiny village of Howtel in a row of 10 traditional cottages, on a minor country road. All you can see from the front is rolling hills!

We have made sure that you have everything you need for your special self-catering cottage holiday, including wifi, local information leaflets of places to visit, books and maps.

Families are very welcome and there's so much to do and see locally, with castles at both Ford and Etal just 5 minutes away. We're happy for you to bring one well behaved dog.

Three bedrooms upstairs, double, twin and small single. Newly fitted bathroom and lovely open plan lounge/dining. Kitchen and utility has all you need and although the cottage has heating, we also make sure you have wood and coal for real fire if desired.

Clayton Cottage is situated right on the edge of the Cheviot Hills, so the views are spectacular and you can walk in any direction straight from the cottage. The local farm is well maintained and quiet - apart from the odd sheep in the fields around us!

If you're looking for a quiet get-away, in a truly rural setting, then look no further.

We also use our little cottage regularly, so it's kept in tip top condition. For your safety we've fitted double hand rails on stairs, thermostatic shower and smoke and CO2 alarms. (No smoking please.)

There a private and fenced rear garden and off road parking to the rear. BBQ and garden furniture provided.

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Property manager

Simon & Liz Rowland

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Sorry - no smoking please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: One well behaved dog :-)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Note from host: Families are welcome at our cottage.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Cornhill on Tweed

Located in Cornhill on Tweed, this cottage is in a rural area. Lady Waterford Hall and Flodden Battlefield are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pennine Way and Hirsel Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Home Park, or check out an event or a game at Kelso Racecourse. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking, and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Flodden Battlefield - 6 min drive
  • Etal Castle - 7 min drive
  • Chillingham Castle - 19 min drive
  • Northumberland Coast - 24 min drive
  • Bamburgh Castle - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Berwick-Upon-Tweed Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Besom Inn - 10 min drive
  • Collingwood Arms Hotel - 8 min drive
  • The Blue Bell Inn - 5 min drive
  • Cafe Maelmin - 4 min drive
  • Heatherslaw Mill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely quiet location overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Lovely quiet location overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely quiet location overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely quiet location overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lady Waterford Hall, Flodden Battlefield, and Etal Castle. Home Park and Henderson Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ian s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return visit
This is our second visit, perfectly situated for exploring the area. Love the private garden and very well equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hideaway
We found this cottage to be perfect and ideal for our family's needs. Everything was clean when we arrived and in working order. If you are wanting to get away from everything this cottage is for you. The views are stunning not only when driving to and from the cottage, but also when you wake up in the main bedroom. We found the location to be perfect for us and it was nice to not only explore Northumberland but also pop over the boarder to Scotland. Communication with the owners have been brilliant, it was also reassuring to know the caretakers of the property live on the same row of houses. We would love to return to this property in the future. Thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cheryl b., Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
We have all had a great time,lovely cottage, everything you needed. Scenery from cottage was amazing, overall we have had a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Wonderful well equiped cottage with great neighbours.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and comfortable
The property was well equipped and located in a very beautiful, peaceful setting. It was essential to have a car for days out and shopping as Howtel is basically a row of house and some farm buildings, but parking was fine and it was a short drive to local attractions. The area has lots of great options for days out - great beaches, historic towns - and the Scottish border is very close so it's easy to pop to Edinburgh for the day. The property owners were very helpful and we had a lovely week. Can recommend if you want somewhere to recharge your batteries and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Northumberland
Lovely cosy property - really enjoyed our stay…Many thanks…
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Lovely holiday location for exploring Northumberland. Cottage well equipped for self-catering holiday. Well fenced garden for dogs/ children but note that it is not attached to house (across a very quiet access lane). Did I mention the view?!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet stay near the cheviots/border
A really pleasant house on a quiet road with delightful views. Very relaxing place to stay - all the things you need (bath, shower, washing machine, tv etc) and really close the hills, coast and borders towns...
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ian s.

Liked: Cleanliness
hidden treasure
A perfect stay set in a lovely quiet valley. The cottage had everything you could possibly need and was very comfortable. The garden was private and a quiet place to sit with only natures call to listen to. Although we were in the middle of the countryside we felt secure in the knowledge that the caretaker was only 2 doors away if we had any unexpected problems. The position of the cottage was perfect for us, being a stones throw from the countryside, the sea and just down the road from Scotland. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home in Northumberland
We arrived to find a lovely, clean and so comfy cottage with absolutely everything we needed. There was even ice in the freezer for our first G n T! Beautiful rural location, the only sounds of sheep, cows and birdsong. So quiet at night so the best sleep in a very comfortable bed. Loads of drawers and storage for everything you need for your holiday too. Location perfect for exploring beautiful Northumberland, castles, beaches, history and very friendly people. Masses of walking too. Loved the beach at Bamburgh, so did the dogs! Great Sunday lunch in Wooler, we had the small option and that was more than enough! Fabulous fish lunch in Seahouses in the Ship, really old pub and hotel. You will not go hungry in Northumberland. Lunch at Adam and Eve was delicious using all local produce too. Even went to a local butcher in Kelso to buy haggis for dinner! We didn’t eat out in the evening, easier for us to lunch with dogs. Also there were so many dog friendly pubs and shops it was great. Certainly somewhere we would love to return to, thank you Simon and Liz for creating a home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022