The Old School House

15 Customer Reviews

• "Lovely warm and comfortable cottage in a great location."

  There are lots of walks from the door step. In a very quiet location

  Reviewed by Pauline5.0★Nov 2024

• "What a lovely, welcoming nest, in a beautiful location."

  The cottage feel likes a proper home, not just a holiday rental - we were greeted with gifts of fresh ground coffee, bread, milk, posh biscuits and real butter; there were books, games, DVDs, CDs, a bird feeder with refills, and bird logbook - and what a selection of feathered friends you'll see. Could have happily watched them all day. The Old School House is indeed on the Pennine Way (as advertised!) so we only needed to walk out the front door and head up the hill behind the house for a splendid forest walk - delightful even on the rather drizzly day we opted for (we visited in October). The location is incredible, very secluded and surrounded by pristine forest (the lichen everywhere tells you how clean that air is). You can hear the occasional car or lorry on the road that passe through Redesdale, linking England and Scotland, but it's muffled by trees and didn't disturb us, whether we were snuggling up in our cosy attic bedroom, enjoying leisurely meals in the spacious traditional kitchen, watching movies on the squashy sofas in the sitting room, or enjoying a glass or two while gazing at the night sky in the beautiful back garden. This area is rightly famed for its Dark Skies, and I can definitely recommend a trip up to Kielder Observatory. Closer to home, you've got Forest Drive, England's highest forest road, I believe, leading to the amazing Blakehope Nick, plus the waterfall Hindhope Linn... and much, much more. A wonderful and memorable trip. Do hope we get a chance to return one day soon.

  Reviewed by Kate5.0★Oct 2024

• "Had a lovely stay Property was clean, comfortable and had everything you could possibly need for your stay."

  Enclosed small garden great for the dogs. Beautiful location, great near walks and stunning scenery, our dogs loved it right next to the forest. Lovely pub 10 minutes drive away with lovely food Redesdale Arms.

  Reviewed by Paula5.0★May 2024

• "Beds were very uncomfortable."

  The outside was very overgrown. It was cold getting out of the shower. Maybe an electric heater in there when the Rayburn is off. Some of the pots and pans were dirty so didn’t want to use. Maybe a what 3 words would help to find the property. Overall a good holiday. Thanks

  Reviewed by Gillian3.1★May 2024

• "The School house is a lovely property and perfect for couple and small families with dogs."

  The surrounds of and the approach to the house are very overgrown. We drove past it and had to turn at the Rectory. The smell of rotting vegetation as you approach the back door is not good. There is a note in the bathroom about the water which is a bit disconcerting. What is wrong with the water? Perhaps a note in the description to say bring bottled would be a good idea. Inside the main areas used were clean but it just looked like it needed to be closed for a couple of days and give it a thorough clean. For instance the trays in the bottom of the raeburn and things things on the shelf to the right of it looked like they had not been touched in years. If not being used, get rid, less to clean.

  Reviewed by Diane3.1★Nov 2023

• "Listing stated wifi but there is none."

  I phoned owner on arrival and he said he had contacted Sykes Cottages in this regard, but listing was not corrected. Disappointing misrepresentation by Sykes.

  Thank you for your comment, we appreciate your feedback. We have checked all our pages and wifi has never been listed on the webpage for this property, even third party sites. However it was accidentally on your booking confirmation, which has now been removed. We apologise for this oversight and hope it doesn't deter you from booking again with us, The NCCC team Property Owner

  Reviewed by R3.4★Apr 2023

• "Had a really lovely stay, loved the bird feeding window, games in the cottage and the rustic feel of it."

  Very cosy cottage in a lovely location.

  Reviewed by Philippa4.7★Mar 2023

• "We loved the cottage."

  It was comfortable, warm, cosy and peaceful. We felt very at home there. An excellent combination of walks, exploring the area and reading by the fire. Very restorative.

  Oct 2019

• "This was a lovely warm cottage in a good location for walking,and sight seeing."

  Sep 2018

• "Delightful cottage, wonderful garden and wildlife, red squirrel on doorstep every morning."

  Fabulous weather, everything you need and more.

  Jun 2018

• "Excellent cottage."

  Well appointed and everything thought of. Especially good for bird watching - food provided. Lovely garden.

  Jun 2018

• "Lovely cottage, feeling very secluded surrounded by a mature garden which was great for our dogs."

  It is very conveniently located close to the A68 - so no problems finding it. The cottage is very well appointed and decorated making us instantly feel comfortable there. The owners left us a lovely welcome pack and note which was more than welcome after a long journey. Plenty of fuel for the wood-burner helped make the evenings lovely and cosy.

  Sep 2017

• "Amazing location, close to Kielder and easy access to much of Northumbria."

  The bird feeders outside the living room window and the use of the log burner made the living room really nice and cosy. The parking was fine and it was easy to find.

  Sep 2017

• "Lovely spot, pretty pretty garden, lovely birds, decent space and well equipped."

  Appreciated all the walking maps and info. Great base for walking.

  Jun 2017

• "Very clean comfortable cottage set in the middle of the rural area we wanted to be."

  Oct 2016

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