The Old Barn, Kidlandlee
Morpeth,
Northumberland
Self-catering
+44 (0)1669 650472
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£100 - £164
per night
£700 - £1145
per week
Remote barn in the middle of Northumberland National Park with views for miles, wonderful walking trails and clear starry skies
3 beds
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome
Your dates are available!
2 Guests 15 Oct 24 - 15 Oct 24
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£100 - £164 per night
£700 - £1145 per week
The Experience
Your semi-detached barn was built from the original stones of a cattle barn – one of four properties that have been renovated by Terri and Matthew. They are completely off-grid, with electricity being provided by solar panels and wind turbines.
Find a welcome hamper from Tully’s of Rothbury and a bottle of champagne plus breakfast basics and an endless supply of logs. If you’re stuck inside there are books and board games or you can simply gaze at the views.
Explore the National Park, walk all day without meeting another soul, cycle some challenging hills and dips or hop in the car to the nearest town Rothbury to stock up. Cragside is a fascinating house and garden nearby. You have a good eating out spot for summer evenings with a barbecue and the best ‘dark sky status’ views on clear nights.
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We think you'll love
- The wonderful peace
- Bringing your dog and walking for miles
- Being off-grid but having all the comforts you need
You should know
- The Wi-Fi connection is too slow for streaming
- You share the property with four other cottages
- You need to drive to shops, pubs and restaurants
Essentials
- EV charger
- Self check-in
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub
- Garden
- Open fire / woodburner
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast available
- Meals available
- Vegetarian meals
- Oven
- Parking on premises
- Free parking nearby
- Accessible by public transport
- WiFi
- Television
- Central heating
- Limited mobility
- Wheelchair access
- Mobile reception
- Hob
- Barbecue
- Paid parking nearby
- Air conditioning
- Relaxation areas
- Washing machine
- Tennis court
- Microwave oven
- No smoking
- Credit cards
- Working farm
- Owner has pets
- Electricity included
- Dishwasher
- Pets welcome
Family friendly
- Baby monitor
- Books and toys
- Children welcome
- Babies welcome
- Stair gates
- High chair
- Fire guard
- Cot available
Nearby
- Pub/bar within 3 miles
- Restaurant within 3 miles
- Shop within 3 miles
Activities
- Bikes available
- Food courses
- Kayaking
- Other courses
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Wild swimming
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Pricing
- Nightly price
- from £100
- Weekly price
- from £700
- Damage deposit
- £250
- Surcharges
- Dogs, £20 per dog.
- 1 Barn for 4
- From £1003 beds2 bedrooms
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Information
Booking information
- Check in
- From 4pm
- Check out
- By 10am
- Other details
- Minimum stay: 3 nights. 4 nights on weekdays. 3 nights at weekends. 3 nights in high season. Short breaks available.
- Closed
- 3 January - 31 January.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property
- Meals
- Pub 4 miles.
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Reviews
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There's a reason Kidlandlee won gold in the Visit England awards 2023 - it's absolutely amazing! A truly special, breathtaking place. The approach track will bring you close to gentle sheep, handsome black cows and if you're very lucky - a red squirrel! The cottages are so comfortable and have everything you need to make a home for a week. If you bring your dog, you will also find a Dog Menu for your lucky 4 legged friend! ( Snack bars, treat pots or even a roast dinner ! ) The views are stunning. Terri + Matthew have moved mountains ( literally in some places!) to create a magic haven. Come!
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Super super place to stay. The hosts were very helpful. Fabulous week away.
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This is our second visit to Kidlandlee and we invited some friends to join us this year. The accommodation is superb and the views from the cottage are spectacular. We were lucky enough to even see the Aurora last night. Walks from the cottage are amazing and are easy to access straight from the door.
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We have had another wonderful break at Kidlandlee. As always the old barn was clean, comfortable and very well maintained. We have stayed in most of the cottages now and they are all well equipped and have everything you need for a self catering holiday plus the little extra touches in the luxury welcome pack. Matthew, Terri and the team work extremely hard to go the extra mile and it shows. Once you visit Kidlandlee you won’t want to leave but you will definitely be back. It’s an amazing place.
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We were excited about our visit to The Old Barn at Kidlandlee & it didn’t disappoint. Every detail has been thought of. The accommodation is stylishly done, incredibly well equipped & very comfortable. For those holidaying with dogs, it is perfect. There is a large, enclosed garden with stunning views and some amazing walks from the cottage itself or from Harbottle or Alnwick. We holiday in the UK frequently as we enjoy holidaying with our two Labradors and this is the best dog friendly accommodation we’ve stayed in. We can’t recommend it highly enough and we will definitely be back.
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Our second stay in the Old Barn, it was every bit better than the first. This is 5 Star Accommodation, in a 5 Star location! The cottage is immaculate and deceptively spacious, and it has everything you need for a self catering holiday, all the mod cons….A lovely welcome pack to get you started, and the essentials too. If you want a quiet peaceful holiday in stunningly beautiful surroundings, this is the place for you, we would highly recommend it, and you also have the places to visit in Northumberland, should you want to travel a bit. Terri & Mathew are great hosts, and nothings a bother.
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Blissful location and stunning accommodation. We loved the social layout of kitchen/living room. Powerful hot shower, loads of wood for the woodburner and lots of lovely touches. Very friendly and accommodating staff.
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Wow, what an amazing place you have here. We are absolutely blown away with everything. There is nothing you haven't thought of. The treats just keep on giving and the attention to detail is like nothing we've experienced before. We have been on many luxury holidays, home and away, but we are just in awe at what you are doing her at Kidlandlee. Your story is heartwarming too. We're a couple of animal, outdoor, nature loving...folk, so to be here experiencing first hand your amazing efforts is a real treat for us. Thank you for everything, it is absolute bliss to be here
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A beautiful escape in the glorious Cheviot hills. The gravel approach track may be a bit of a grind, but its a price well worth paying for the peace and quiet, the views, and the door-step access to long walks that you get from Kidlandlee. Not to mention the comfort of a warm, spacious and extremely well appointed and equipped cottage. The finish exudes quality and entire cottage was spotless on our arrival. Kidlandlee is remote, but that is a good part of the attraction. Nonetheless Rothbury, Alnwick and the fabulous Northumberland coast are all within 30-60 mins drive. Highly recommended.
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A beautifully equipped and furnished cottage in the most stunning location - perfect for walking, cycling, exploring the beautiful Northumberland National Park, or somewhere just to chill, sit and look at the views!
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Location
The neighbourhood
Kidlandlees is set in a Dark Sky area and has incredible views over the hills of Upper Coquetdale and below the Coquet Valley over to the Simonside Hills. It’s a place to get away from it all – four miles to the nearest village and 14 miles to the nearest shop in Rothbury. You’re just nine miles from the Scottish border. Apart from Matthew and Terri and guests in the other three cottages, all you will see are birds and sheep and the occasional walker.
Local points of interest from Terri & Matthew Stock
- Visit Craigside House! A wonderful day out for the whole family and doggies too. Building camps in the woods, nature trails, kayaking and canoeing on the lake. Beautiful gardens and house full of local history and inventions. Our favourite place to go!
- For Harry Potter fans! Alnwick Castle is a fantastic day out for all the family. Learn about the history of Alnwick and enjoy the beautiful award-winning gardens created by The Duchess of Northumberland. Activities, concerts and magical fun!
- Barter Books is one of the biggest second-hand book stores in the country. Great for rainy days. Preserved beautifully it is located in the old Alnwick Train Station. Sit, read and relax with a cuppa in restored waiting rooms with open fires. Dogs welcome
- Holy Island and the Farne Islands are a great day out. Spot seals and puffins as you travel by boat. Visit the home of Grace Darling, Longstone Light House and find out how her amazing courage inspired the first life boats to patrol our shores.
- Alnmouth Beach is the start of amazing castle walks and the beach itself is stunning and the local’s favourite.. The Village has amazing coffee shops and dog friendly pubs. Visit the School House Gallery for famous local art work and cultural events.
- The Star Inn in Harbottle is loved by guests for its warm welcome and is at the heart of the community. You can dine in or pick up a take away on your way back to the cottage. It's dog friendly too so you can take them with you.
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Introducing
Terri & Matthew Stock
Terri and Matthew moved to Kidlandlee Estate from Kent in 2017 with their children and two Labradors. Matthew had a renovation business which he has put to good use on the cottages and buildings, and Terri was a stage manager in the theatre in London for a number of years. They hope their guests enjoy the peace and tranquillity, have fun exploring the hills, valleys and beaches and totally unwind during their stay.
Our first experience of Northumberland and Kidlandlee cottages . We were not disappointed. Amazing walks views and peace as you step out the door….Highly recommend. The cottage was spotlessly clean warm comfortable and equipped to a high standard. We had a lovely time exploring the walks and sites with our 2 retrievers. Definitely will return.