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Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fireplace, books, music library, stereo
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove

Situated amongst the hills, castles and beaches of Northumberland, Tower Cottage was originally built in the 16th Century, and is attached to the Pele Tower (dating from 1280 - also on HomeAway property 1873651) and like the tower, is Grade 2* listed. The great stone wall (complete with carved graffiti) forms one side of the kitchen. With a well equipped kitchen, and two double bedrooms, walk-in shower and large living room with log stove, it is a great place to wind down and spend a proper Northumbrian weekend in the hills. It has fields running down to an orchard and to the river in the middle of the village with lovely views into the Cheviots. Historically, it was the birthplace of Henry Ogle, inventor of the reaping machine in 1822 - a major contribution to modern farming.

Pets are welcome (no more than two, and not in the bedrooms - please have a mind to the fact that the next guests may be allergy sensitive)

If you wish to rent the Tower and the cottage together for a larger party, please contact us.

Property manager

Ben

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden

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Point of interest

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are not allowed in the bedrooms. Max 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a folding bed available.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Peaceful Listed Cottage Attached Pele Tower log Stove
Peaceful Listed Attached Pele Tower log Stove Whittingham
Peaceful Listed Attached Pele Tower log Stove
Peaceful Listed Cottage Attached Pele Tower log Stove
Peaceful Listed Attached Pele Tower log Stove Whittingham
Peaceful Listed Cottage Attached Pele Tower log Stove
Peaceful Listed Attached Pele Tower log Stove Whittingham
Peaceful Listed Attached Pele Tower log Stove

About the area

Map
Whittingham, England

What's nearby

  • Edlingham Castle - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Barter Books - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Alnwick Garden - 12 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Cragside - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Alnwick Castle - 13 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Acklington Station - 22 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hedgeley Services - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tankerville Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bosk - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tearoom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ingram Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Pow Burn, Branton Lakes and Edlingham Castle. Hulne Park and Cragside Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Peaceful Listed Cottage attached to Pele Tower with log stove Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property is wonderful for a quiet getaway, it’s beautifully decorated with lots of interesting things to discover and the kitchen is so well equipped, we could have easily hosted a 12 person dinner party! You definitely need a vehicle and there is no shop or pub in the village. We really liked the lack of a TV it was a plus. The bedrooms are very tight with little storage and were a bit challenging but the beds were very comfortable. The bathroom was a great size and the shower good but we found the floor got really wet with the wet room concept. If you like quiet, quaint and quirky this is for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family break
4 adults, a tween and a teen in the tower. 4 pensioners in the house next door (no stairs!) 4 night midweek break There's everything you could possibly need except a few consumables like foil (unless previous guests left them), but all the plates, knives, pans etc you need are here. Even firewood for the firepit is in the little shed next to the tower. Great location, beautiful views. Only complaints were - that the beds weren't comfy (4 poster is though) and the cushions/seats on the furniture could do with plumping up / refreshing. But if you're out and about all day, you won't be sitting on them that long. - a manual would be handy, where to find stuff in the house (you find things after a poke around), how to work stuff (trial and error), nearest pubs, things to do etc. But neither of these things even came close to breaking our holiday. I'd recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cottage
The cottage is full of character and thoughtfully furnished. Actually enjoyed having no tv. Kids loved the outside space. Summer house was perfect on an evening. Within short driving distance from Alnwick - castle and garden. Communication with host excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain S., Liverpool

Liked: Cleanliness
Short single parent family get away
A lovely, historic stay. Everything you might need. Lovely, well decorated, furnished in keeping with the property, lovely original artwork displayed around the property also. No TV but we didn’t need one.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 4 night stay
We had a lovely peaceful break in a delightful cottage. The grounds are a lot larger than we thought they were going to be and having a dog, we were able to walk her around lovely cut grass paths (on a lead!). Sitting in the log cabin of an evening with a glass of sherry was very pleasant and relaxing. There are good walks around the village and further afield if required.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie F., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Tower cottage
A charming cottage in a beautiful part of the country
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynda a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommended historic holiday home
Located at the centre of a historic and beautiful part of Northumberland, visited many castles and stunning coastlines. A rare chance to stay in such a beautiful building. Lack of Tv not a problem at all as there’s so much to see. Wi-Fi fine so we didn’t feel cut off at all. Large garden and pretty village excellent for dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well maintained, atmospheric property which the owners have decorated sympathetically and tastefully. A lot of thought had gone into supplying everything we needed for a restful and welcoming stay in a lovely peaceful location. The only issue we had was on our final night when the shower cartridge had slipped around making it impossible to turn off the shower, however the owner was very pleasant and eager to help us so this did not spoil our stay in any way. Whittingham is well situated for easy car trips into Alnwick, the Cheviots and the surrounding countryside. We would certainly recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Get Away .
A wonderful stay in a cosy cottage . It had everything you could possibly need for a relaxing get away . The outside cabin and firpit was a joy to cook on . Great location to discover Northumberland .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Margo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
Unusual property with lovely little cabin in the garden. Too remote for us with no local facilities and no tv- we checked out two nights early . My mistake as clearly didn’t do enough research
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Excellent small cottage with period charm. Enough room for 3 of us and enough facilities both inside and out. Probably no local nightlife with no village pub but Alnwick is a short drive away and so is Rothbury. The locals were very friendly. The property is well presented and feels like the host wants you to have an excellent experience. If you have younger members staying with you, the Northumberland coast is not too far away and has great beaches and harbours to explore with great road links to the coast and north to the Scottish boarders.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect, peaceful stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. A great three night break. The property is well equipped, homely and comfortable with great decor and furnishings. We made the best of its location and visited Cragside, Holy Island, Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tower cottage.
What a lovely place well equipped and so peaceful. Close to every place we wanted to go...be aware..no TV , at first worried about my teen's reaction but...we didn't need it,and glad for a break from it...will go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old cottage
Cottage was very comfortable. Countryside is beautiful. Close to the wonders of this fabulous county.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felicity G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquillity
This two bedroom cottage was ideal for the two of us and my dog. The garden gave him some freedom and the walks around the village were quiet and full of trees and birds. The location was perfect for our exploration of the coast including Holy Island. Alnwick was close enough for supplies and an evening drink. The lack of a village shop and pub need to be considered The cottage is beautifully furnished with high quality paintings and photographs. Kitchen is generously equipped. Lack of a TV was no problem with the WiFi good enough to receive signal when required. The provision of Alexa was fun. All in all highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

ANITA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 nights
V good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

James P.

A good try
No contact with owner so cannot rate Property s 7maller than expected at price for early march Lounge lights had 3/5 bulbs out and electric room heater had loud random clicking noise
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully appointed cottage in peaceful location with cosy log burner
Lovely cottage - very comfortable and quiet. Loved relaxing by the log burner. Great kitchen, very well equipped. Wonderful enclosed garden ideal for children and dogs. We had one or two issues during our stay which were beyond the owner's control, but he could not have been more responsive and helpful to resolve. Best to note down access arrangements and code before you arrive. We had difficulties arriving after dark and finding no phone coverage to retrieve the code.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful cottage, no TV is a brilliant idea and really helped us to relax.
We arrived during the storms and everything was as described. Access to the key was simple we were quickly inside away from the wind and rain. Definitely would look to return at some time soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as good as last time
Second trip for us & it was fab. Toasty warm even in October & we didn't need to use the fire. Holy Island & Bamburgh not far. Wild goat spotting in the Cheviots. A great base, comfortable & beautifully furnished. Thanks to the owners again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
Quaint
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
A very comfortable cottage to stay in . Beautifully interior designed. Anne
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean property but not as quiet/private as we had expected.
Very clean property quite hard to find down a narrow track. Really good size garden but overlooked by a row of houses to the right of the property. Apart from a watching neighbour who appeared each time we went out and noise from people staying in the tower which the cottage is attached to we had a nice stay. Good size well equipped kitchen and good size living room and well equipped. Bedrooms both narrow with not much space to get in and out of bed but very clean and blinds effective in keeping the sun out. The bathroom has the shower in the middle of the room and the floor never dried completely so had to walk across a wet floor to get to the toilet. The cleaner arrived at 10.05 on check out day when our check out time was 11. She was disappointed as "they have a lot to do". Overall we enjoyed the stay but the property was not as quiet as we had been lead to believe and which is what I was looking for. I would recommend a stay to others if you are not as penantic about noise and being overlooked like I am!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., Hitchin

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy & Relaxing, Peaceful haven
We stayed while the rest of the family were in the adjoining Pele Tower so we had the best of both worlds. The cottage has everything you need and is also beautifully furnished and decorated. V comfy beds! The weather was warm and sunny so we had all our meals on the sundeck in the meadow admiring the lovely views including amazing sunsets. The combination of historic walls with ancient carvings and modern comfort is great. A few minor quibbles about the wifi coverage (sharing the castle router doesn’t really work) More information about the property & local facilities would have been useful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

andrew w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, relaxing cottage
The cottage was brilliant. Cosy, well stocked and the little welcome package was a lovely extra touch. We had originally booked for May 2020 but the pandemic put an end to that. Ben, the property manager, was awesome. With rules changing almost weekly he allowed us to reorganise our stay on more than one occasion with no fuss and excellent commnication. I can't fault either the accomodation or the service we recieved. We would definitley visit again.