Nestled on the banks of the River Tyne, the historic market town of Bellingham is a top Northumberland attraction for walkers and cyclists of all ages due to its close proximity with the Pennine Way, the Pennine Cycle Way and the Reivers Coast to Coast cycle route. With these to explore and much more, it’s the perfect place in which to rent a holiday cottage for a week or a short weekend or mid-week break.
With the serene scenery in and around Bellingham, it’s only right that your holiday cottage fits in well with its stunning surroundings. Choose a pine lodge or log cabin style to enjoy rustic wooden furnishings throughout the house, a traditional wood burner in the living room and a country-cottage style kitchen, it’s just like reliving those cosy childhood memories of old. However, worry not techno-lovers! As well as these timeless features, your holiday cottage comes with contemporary amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a Smart TV with DVD player and Velux windows which will make your views that even bit more astounding!
If you’re a lover of all things outdoors, then you will be delighted to know that Bellingham is known as the gateway town to the picture-perfect Kielder Water and Forest Park. A place that’s notorious for its dark night skies and a star-gazers dream! Wanting to practise your favourite sport or pastime whilst you’re away? No problem. Bellingham is renowned for its superb river fishing facilities and many local beachside 18-hole golf courses.
Once you’re exhausted from a day packed full of amazing activities, there’s no better place to come back to than your charming cottage. With a plethora of places in which to relax and unwind, choose to put your feet up and get comfy on the leather sofa in your lounge area. PJ’s on and addictive TV boxset playing in the background! Alternatively, if you’ve caught Northumberland on one of its special sunny evenings, why not wine and dine al fresco in your private walled garden? With plenty of space for your children to run amok among the tall trees and lush, green grass, you can chill out worry-free on the outdoor patio furniture and keep topping up that glass. You’re on holiday after all!
In many hotels, you sometimes get given food that you don’t want at times which you don’t agree with. Not here in your picturesque Northumberland cottage. With the self-catered option, you can make meals whenever you want with the assurance that everybody will enjoy it! So why not make use of the abundance of cupboard space, the pots, pans and modern appliances in your kitchen to make that perfect family meal? Even if the weather has taken a turn for the worse, worry not what not. Your large oak dining table next door is not only excellent for feasts fit for a king, but also a great place for those evening board games and to share memories of your action-packed day.
Bellingham has all that you could want in a Northumberland holiday and the ideal location for a holiday cottage. Close to many attractions such as the intriguing Hadrian’s Wall and the beautiful Alnwick Castle and Gardens, you can take advantage of your refreshing nights sleeps in order to make the most of the day in this fabulous county. Carpe diem!