Set in half an acre of enclosed land there are plenty of fantastic local walks, forest paths and beautiful countryside to be enjoyed. Nearby is the stunning Derwent Reservoir, a popular spot for fishing and sailing. The area is ideal for birdwatchers with frequent sightings of red kites and lapwings. You will also have some fantastic opportunities to stargaze in Europe's largest Dark Sky Park. The picturesque village of Blanchland, which is within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is only 2 miles away, and the charming hamlet of Hunstanworth is also nearby. You can also visit the delightful market towns of Hexham and Corbridge, the historic Hadrian’s Wall, the Killhope Mining Museum or the open-air Beamish Museum.

On entering this beautifully secluded holiday cottage, formerly the home of comedy star Rowan Atkinson, you will find yourself in the cosy and welcoming lounge. Tastefully furnished, with plenty of comfortable seating, a traditional wood burner, TV, DVD, CD/radio, this is a wonderful space to relax in after a fantastic day out. Exploring this lovely property further, you will find the delightful orangerie, with feature stone walls and a charming dining area. Going into the traditional and stylishly designed kitchen, you will find it fully equipped with an electric range oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and toaster, as well as a breakfast table with seating for six. There is also a ground-floor WC and an entrance area with a washing machine and WC. Heading upstairs you will find three cosy bedrooms. There’s a double room with an en-suite shower room with WC, a master bedroom with a double bed, and a twin room. You will also find a bathroom complete with a shower over the bath and a WC.

From the orangerie, glass doors lead out into the charming gated patio area where you can sit back, enjoy the views and dine alfresco. A private road leads to your designated parking area which can fit up to four cars. You will also have guest access to the surrounding extensive woodland, forest paths and beautiful countryside.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 3 bedrooms 2 doubles, and 1 twin

- 2 bathrooms 1 with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 2 WCs

- Electric range oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and toaster

- Wood burner

- TV/DVD included

- Orangerie with dining table and seating

- Entrance area with washing machine

- Gated patio area, with outdoor furniture

- Parking for up to 4 cars

- Land-line phone available

- 2 miles from the village of Blanchland, 11 miles from Hexham

- This property does not have a dedicated EV charging point and therefore does not support the charging of electric vehicles. The nearest EV charming points are in Hexham, Stanhope or Consett, approx.- 12 miles away


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 3 bedrooms 2 doubles, and 1 twin

- 2 bathrooms 1 with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 2 WCs

- Electric range oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and toaster

- Wood burner

- TV/DVD included

- Orangerie with dining table and seating

- Entrance area with washing machine

- Gated patio area, with outdoor furniture

- Parking for up to 4 cars

- Land-line phone available

- 2 miles from the village of Blanchland, 11 miles from Hexham

- This property does not have a dedicated EV charging point and therefore does not support the charging of electric vehicles. The nearest EV charming points are in Hexham, Stanhope or Consett, approx.- 12 miles away



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.