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Longwitton near Morpeth, Northumberland Show on map
4.9
Sykes rating
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets: Yes
Features
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
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Facilities and Maintenance
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30 Customer Reviews
"Another fabulous stay at The Byre!"
We spent the May/June half-term here and enjoyed it so much, came back for the October half-term.
We’re a family of four with a small dog. The house has a great layout for us, entering into a utility-type area great for towelling down a dog and with a sink, American fridge freezer and a washer/dryer. Also space to hang coats and a shoe rack to tidy those millions of family shoes away from the door! Open-plan, cosy living space with the kitchen, dining and seating area combined and a lovely log burner.
The cottage is well equipped - even found a measuring jug, a clothes airer and the all-important Nespresso coffee machine for the caffeine-lovers out there!
Location is perfect for what we want, away from it all down a long farm track and with beautiful unspoilt views. The fenced garden was great for the dog, as well as walks off-lead from the door. Our kids enjoyed a few milkshakes from the farm shop.
Thanks so much for the welcome pack of breakfast food (our first stay was a lovely home-baked cake!). We enjoyed our stay so much, that we’ve booked again for the adjoining property!
Dear Lucy
WOW thank you so much - such a fabulous review
And we are so thrilled to be welcoming you back for a third visit!!!
Can’t wait to see you then xx
Property Owner
Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Oct 2024
"What a wonderful place to stay!"
Lovely clean and tidy. The owner left us a breakfast package that went down a treat. There was everything there that we needed including some dog things. It was peaceful and quiet, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Thank you so much for the great review
So glad you had a lovely stay
Property Owner
Reviewed by Frances5.0★Sep 2024
"The cottage was so comfortable and plenty of facilities in it."
The garden is very secure and a good size for my dog to run about in. The welcome pack was also very much appreciated
Thank you for your great review it’s much appreciated
Property Owner
Reviewed by Julie4.4★Sep 2024
"We certainly enjoyed our holiday at The Byre, it was very comfortable with all we needed."
Thank you for the welcome pack which we thought was exceedingly good and very tasty.
The property is in an ideal location for sightseeing in Northumberland, it was also very quiet and the night sky was amazing to see.
Would love to revisit in a couple of years.
Many thanks
Chris, Debbie and Baxter the dog.
Thank you so very much for the excellent review
We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future!!
Property Owner
Reviewed by Chris5.0★Sep 2024
"Wonderful property, set in a fabulous farm location, which was peaceful and tranquil with beautiful views."
Equiped with every home comfort you could think of, the property was spotless and immaculately presented and yet felt cosy and homely. We were welcomed with bread, eggs, sausages, bacon and more. We loved driving down the lane past the cows every day and stopping for fresh milk. We can't wait to come back, thankyou
Thank you so very much for the fabulous review.
Lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay. Delighted you love the Byre as much as we do & it’s very special location
We can’t wait to welcome you back very soon !!
Perhaps try our next door property The Granary next visit !!
Thank you again
Property Owner
Reviewed by Howard5.0★Aug 2024
"A beautiful cottage set in the middle of fields."
Owner very friendly and thoughtful - welcome package was really good with fresh eggs butter and meat from the farm. Very nice touch. The cottage was very well equipped with everything you need for a break. We stayed for a week and it was very easy living. The beds were very comfortable and the surroundings ensure for a peaceful break.
Thank you for the super review
So glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back again soon
Property Owner
Reviewed by Karen5.0★Aug 2024
"Lovely property, well equipped and comfortable."
Thank you for your review
So glad you enjoyed your stay
Property Owner
Reviewed by Alison4.7★Aug 2024
"Lovely cottage and great garden for the dogs xx."
Very nice time by all
Thank you so much for your review
& so glad you had a great stay.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Doreen4.4★Jul 2024
"Lovely property but could be better as no privacy from fence that is virtually falling down."
...no washing line and no welcome pack ie treats etc for your dog just towels and poo bags even though you pay extra to bring a pet as this is not budget cottage so you expect a bit more for what you pay which have experienced at other cottages but overall good but not outstanding or perfect as reviews suggested
Thank you for your review. We value your comments but are so disappointed you felt so strongly to give us such a low rating.
Regarding the wicker fence it has indeed been battered by the wind but it is in fact still a good privacy barrier and it is protecting a laurel hedge we have planted to separate the cottage gardens in the future
I will look into that.
There is a clothes airer in the pine cupboards? Along with iron & ironing board.
No we have never had an actual washing line. Something I always felt was an eye sore.
I have never left a welcome pack for the dogs but maybe that’s a good idea ? As said there are doggie towels & poo bags available
I thought the welcome pack we leave for humans is over and above what most people leave. But will definitely consider leaving something for dogs
The cottages are very good value for money. But obviously that is your opinion
Thank you again.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Wayne3.8★Jul 2024
"Lvly cottage couldnt fault it 5stars"
WOW thank you
Hope to welcome you again soon x
Property Owner
Reviewed by Andrea5.0★Jul 2024
"We had a super week staying at The Byre with our two dogs, so peaceful and watching the horses in the fields was a bonus."
A very comfortable, clean and very well equipped cottage even towels etc for the dogs were provided . On arrival there were fresh eggs, bacon, rolls and butter. Not too far away is a good pub called the Dyke Neuk Inn which serves very good home made dishes. Beautiful area with friendly people.
Absolute pleasure having you here. Thank you for the great review x
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jennette5.0★Jul 2024
"Lovely cottage everything you needed, peaceful location our dog loved the garden, perhaps the hedge could have been abit lower so you could see the view when sitting outside."
Thank you for your review
I appreciate your comments and agree that the hedge could indeed be a little lower to enjoy the stunning views
We will look into this
Delighted to welcome you again soon.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Carol4.4★Jun 2024
"Excellent property and very comfortable."
The owner is very approachable, friendly and personable. I would recommend anybody with a love of the countryside to visit. A quality place.
Many thanks for your super review
Delighted you enjoyed your stay with us & hope you will return soon
Kindest
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Earl5.0★Apr 2024
"Excellent property in a lovely quiet location would definitely go back"
Thank you so much for the fantastic review!
So glad you enjoyed your stay & we really look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Neil5.0★Apr 2024
"Such a gorgeous property, we loved our stay."
Far enough out of the way for a peaceful holiday, yet close to loads of National Trust/English Heritage sites and only 30 mins to the beach. Fantastic for dogs as the garden is secure and loads of space for them to run around. Loved the eggs, bacon and milk as a welcome from the owners.
Scott thank you so much for your fantastic review
So glad you had a great stay
Come & see us again soon !
The milkshakes will be different flavours
Property Owner
Reviewed by Scott5.0★Mar 2024
"Beautiful cottage in a perfect location."
Lots of information provided on local points of interest & generous welcome package on arrival. Would recommend
Thank you so much for your review Anna
So glad you enjoyed your stay !
Look forward to welcoming you again in the near future
Kindest
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Anna5.0★Mar 2024
"I absolutely loved The Byre and it's location."
The surrounding countryside is beautiful. It's perfectly placed to visit all over Northumberland. I definitely would like to go there again. A really happy holiday for us and our dogs.
Dear Mary
Thank you so very much for the super review
Really delighted you both had a great stay with your dogs.
Hoping to welcome you again in the future
Property Owner
Reviewed by Mary5.0★Mar 2024
"Absolutely top drawer cottage!"
Beautiful location and appointment. Beds, chairs, so comfortable. Thoughtfully chosen and generous 'welcome pack'. One of the very best furnished cottages we've even been to ... and we've done scores of them. 10/10!!
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
Absolutely delighted you love The Byre as much as we do !
Really hope to welcome you again
Kindest
Yorkie x
Property Owner
Reviewed by Gerald5.0★Oct 2023
"A very warm and cozy cottage, and being able to have a fire in the evenings was a treat."
Loved the friendly horses in the field next door who would come trotting over for a fuss! Lots of interesting places to see a short drive away.
Thank you so very much for your fantastic review.
So delighted you enjoyed your stay an our animals enjoyed meeting you.
Hope to welcome you again soon.
Kindest
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Nicholas5.0★Oct 2023
"What a wonderful place to spend a holiday,started with the breakfast pack in the ..."
What a wonderful place to spend a holiday,started with the breakfast pack in the fridge for our stay,very friendly owners always on hand if there was a problem which there was not,the location was secluded which was what we wanted and our four legged friends were extremely well catered for,and of course a daily visit from betty made us smile,cannot praise enough
Betty is missing you & her daily visits !!
So glad you enjoyed your stay with us and thank you for the wonderful review
Hope to see you again very soon
Property Owner
Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2023
"My daughter and I had a wonderful week exploring Northumberland with Tia our cockapoo."
The beds and sofas were so comfortable and the house is so well equipped with everything you could possibly need. We were pleasantly surprised when we opened the fridge to see bacon, sausages, eggs, butter, milk and fresh eggs. How nice they were too and from a local farm. What a lovely touch!
The garden was so pretty at night when the sun was going down and a sun trap. We adored the beautiful horses in their paddocks, they were very friendly and came to the fence to say hi each evening on our walk. The house is in a beautiful setting surrounded by fields and horses in their paddocks, it was so peaceful and just what we were looking for. We met the owners dogs a couple of times, one was a right little character who thought she was a guard dog which was so funny because she was weeny but a sweet little thing!
Thank you for a really enjoyable week at The Byre.
Thank you girls for your fantastic review!
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at The Byre & that you had a really great stay.
So pleased you enjoyed our breakfast pack !!
Yes our dogs are very inquisitive!
They enjoy meeting friends in the Cottages !
Really hope you’ll come & visit us again soon !
Thank you again
Kindest
Yorkie
Property Owner
Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Aug 2023
"What a lovely place."
Considering we were last minute in booking you wouldn’t have known it when we walked in to The Byre. The place was immaculate! Comfortable accommodation which is both homely and practical. The coffee machine and milk frother were such a lovely touch - when on holiday you actually have time for a ‘proper’ coffee!
The Byre is a great base to explore the coast, the historical houses and castles, Kielder Forest and of course The Wall. We were out and about every day and loved coming back to our home from home. Popular with the children and dog too!
The owner was helpful and friendly.
Fantastic stay.
Hannah & family thank you for such a fabulous review
I’m so glad you all had such a great stay with us and found everything you needed.
So glad you enjoyed the coffee machine. We think it’s a nice extra to add in providing Full strength & Decaff capsules
Happy to always add a favourite flavour in on request!!
Really look forward to welcoming you back to start with us again
Kindest
Yorkie ❤️
Property Owner
Reviewed by Hannah5.0★Jul 2023
"Lovely stay and perfect location to explore Northumberland."
Could benefit from a thicker rug in the living area as hard floors and to swap the two rooms as the twin room is beautiful. It should be the master.
Thank you and delighted you enjoyed your stay
The beautiful rugs over hardwood floors are there because we accept dogs
It would be extremely difficult to clean if we had thicker rugs or indeed carpet down.
Some dogs leave a lot of hair !!
Regarding the rooms
Thank you for the comment regarding the bedrooms. I agree the twin room is stunning !! Fantastic views !
Sadly the twin beds are too tight in the double room as it has the fitted wardrobe & vanity sink unit in there and you’d loose the dressing table too
Hope you’ll visit us again soon.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Natalie4.4★Jul 2023
"Absolutely beautiful property, well decorated and maintained."
Great views, fabulous secure garden for the dog. Very friendly and helpful host. Delicious breakfast hamper, very welcome.
Really comfortable cottage with everything you need for a great stay.
So delighted you enjoyed your stay !
Thank you for your kind words
We look forward to welcoming you again very soon
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Karen Samantha5.0★Jun 2023
"Lovely cottage, thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Very helpful owner .
Thank you for the great review
So glad you enjoyed your stay !
Really hope to see you again soon
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Jun 2023
"What a wonderful property and setting."
A lovely breakfast pack waiting on arrival and the most gorgeous cake too! We would definitely recommend this property for a relaxing break. The open plan lounge, dinning and kitchen facilities were great and the large wrap around (and fully enclosed) garden was just what our little dog needed. Lots to do nearby and a couple of great pubs/restaurants just 20 minutes away. Thank you for a brilliant stay.
Thank you so much for your fabulous review
So glad you enjoyed your break with us
Hope to see you again very soon
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by David5.0★May 2023
"Perfect place to stay."
Warm welcome. Excellent peaceful location. Stunning views, comfortable property with everything you need for a holiday
Many thanks indeed
So glad you enjoyed your stay
Property Owner
Reviewed by Joseph5.0★May 2023
"The Byre lived up to the website description , fabulous bolthole, relaxing and peaceful."
The owner went above and beyond to ensure everything was great. Lovely welcome pack on arrival, and the cottage was extremely well equipped. Would recommend to anyone.
Thank you again Yorkie@the byre
So glad you enjoyed your stay and everything was as expected
Really hope to see you again soon
Yorkie.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Ann4.7★May 2023
"The Byre is a lovely, quiet location from where to base your holiday."
We found it clean, homely and welcoming with a lovely breakfast hamper to greet us. The large fridge in the utility was very useful as an overflow for larger items, The double bed has fabulous bedding, it’s so soft and comfortable - like sleeping in a giant marshmallow!
The garden was perfect for us and our two dogs who very much enjoyed the space.
Cresswell beach was our favourite and only 30 minutes away with The Drift Cafe which serves lovely food.
We would definitely recommend The Byre to anyone who asked us about our stay, and hope we can come back another time. Thank you Yorkie xx
Thank you so much for the lovely review and comments
I am delighted you and your dogs enjoyed your stay with us !
Really look forward to welcoming you back in the near future
Yorkie
Property Owner
Reviewed by Nicki5.0★Apr 2023
"Wonderful time at the Byre."
Lovely interior, all rooms very impressive and of high quality. Great garden which is secure for dogs. Beautiful surroundings with fantastic walks, so relaxing to be able to let the dogs wander off without their leads, they loved it! Great to chat with the horses too! Owners extremely helpful, and a lovely breakfast pack and croissants set up for us. Would thoroughly recommend for a relaxing holiday, a real escape. Supermarkets a distance away but just makes you more organised!
Thank you so much.
I’m delighted you enjoyed your stay.
Was a pleasure to host you & your lovely dogs.
Hope we see you again soon.
Just a note for future guests re supermarkets -
WAITROSE
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Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Utility
Oil-fired central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, hairdryer
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel, power, and starter for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 3 cars
Wrap-around, enclosed garden with lawn, patio and furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome with Supplement
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 8.3 miles, pub 3.6 miles
Note: The property rests on a working equestrian centre and farm.This property can be booked alongside 1125832 to sleep a total of 8 guests
Please note: The property is situated in a Rural location and is 2 miles off the main road
The property
Whalton 9 miles.
Located rurally in Longwitton near Whalton, Northumberland is The Byre, a delightful, two-bedroom barn conversion.
Enjoying far-reaching countryside views, an enclosed garden, and a contemporary interior, The Byre offers the ideal base for a family escape, resting between both the shoreline and Northumberland National Park.
Travel through the working farm to meet three off-road parking spaces.
Head towards the stone-fronted exterior of The Byre, firstly reaching the handy utility room, complete with space to kick off your boots and hang up your coats.
Continue through to the open-plan living space, adorned with A-frame beamed ceilings, a light-flooded feel, plush seating, a lovely woodburning stove, a dining table for four, and a fully-equipped kitchen; use this space to prepare meals, dine, socialise and unwind after a day of exploration.
If you'd prefer an alfresco affair, the garden is fully enclosed and private, where you can set the outdoor table and enjoy mealtimes as the sun sets over the surrounding fields.
Catch some rest in one of two bedrooms on offer, including a well-appointed double, and a delightful twin with access to the garden; both are complete with homely accessories and plush bedding, and are serviced by the spacious bathroom.
Awaken to an itinerary brimming with exploration, starting off with discovering the pretty grounds of Bolam Lake Country Park, or heading to Belsay Hall Quarry Garden, where you can also tour the interior of the hall, steep in history and beauty; Shortflatt Tower is also nearby, a popular wedding venue, making The Byre a perfect base for guests.
Continue into Morpeth for further attractions, including the Morpeth Chantry Museum, practise your swing at the Morpeth Golf Club, or discover Northumberland Zoo, a firm family favourite.
Round off your break with a day of hiking, traversing through the open countryside to reach Northumberlandia, or head into the national park, whilst the coastline and many golden beaches are within driving distance.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
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Where you’ll be staying
MORPETH
Newcastle 14 miles; Alnwick 19 miles.
Whalton is a small village located in Northumberland, resting between Morpeth and Belsay. Located between both the coast and countryside, with the Northumberland National Park being a short journey away, Whalton makes the ideal base for a tour of the North East. In the village itself you’ll find a post office and The Beresford Arms pub and restaurant, whilst further amenities lie in the bustling town of Morpeth. For attractions, head to Belsay, where you can tour Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, or locate Kirkley and the Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens. Travelling into the town, fill your itinerary with a visit to Morpeth Chantry Museum, a round of golf at Morpeth Golf Club, or a stroll around the pretty grounds of Carlisle Park. For a day at the beach, full of coastal amusements, travel to South Shields, or for a rural landscape, enjoy hikes and bike rides across the national park.
If you would like to bring your horse to stay at the stables, please contact Sykes to pre-arrange this for your booking.
This property offers the following short breaks:
Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas
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