where to stay
Self-catering is the perfect choice for a family holiday in Northumberland. You can arrange your own timetable, eat in or out as you wish and, at the end of a day's sightseeing, you can relax in the peace and privacy of your own home from home.

holiday cottages
The family-owned and run holiday cottages shown here each provide quality self catering accommodation and come complete with the sort of leisure facilities that you might expect to find in a top class hotel.

The range of facilities is impressive and includes swimming pools, fitness gyms, beauty salons and spas, pony riding, tennis and fishing.

There are over 40 holiday cottages and chalets to choose from, so you are certain of finding one to suit. And on-line prices and availability make booking easy.

Beacon Hill Farm
Beacon Hill Farm offers 15 luxury self catering holiday cottages set in 350 acres of farmland and woodland near Morpeth, with marvellous views to the coast and Cheviot Hills. The extensive leisure facilities include a fantastic spa with a swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gymnasium and beauty salon. Outdoor pursuits include tennis and fishing.

Breamish Valley Cottages
Set amidst the farmland and hills of Northumberland National Park, Breamish Valley Cottages offer 17 luxury self catering holiday cottages. The extensive leisure facilities include a swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, gymnasium, tennis court, games room and adventure playground.

Village Farm Cottages
These 12 luxury self catering holiday cottages are located at Village Farm and Town Foot Farm at Shilbottle, near Alnwick, in Northumberland. The extensive leisure facilities include a swimming pool, steam room, sauna, fitness centre, beauty salon and health club. Outdoor pursuits include tennis, riding, fishing and a games field.

winter short breaks
Northumberland is an all year round holiday destination.

Winter short breaks are available at Beacon Hill Farm, Breamish Valley Cottages and Village Farm Cottages in low season.

With full leisure facilities at all three locations, you are really spoilt for choice. A blazing log fire can really dispel those winter blues!