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Dunsdale House

Kirknewton, near Wooler, Northumberland
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Increased accessibility
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Renovated farmhouse in a stunning national park setting
  • Open spaces and unspoilt skies for optimum stargazing on clear nights
  • Cosy wood burner for stoking up on cooler evenings

Property code: OC-NB344

Escape from the fast pace of modern life to a remote and idyllic retreat in the wild, open spaces of the Northumberland National Park. The whitewashed farmhouse, sleeping eight guests and up to three dogs, is nestled on the slopes of the beautiful Cheviot Hills. It is perfect for families or a group of friends who love walking with their pets in an unspoiled landscape of tumbling rivers and wide skies. The spacious property is set in the beautiful College Valley, where a private road system gives entry to just 12 cars a day. It makes a place of rare tranquillity, free from traffic noise, pollution and lights.

There are splendid views from every room of this beautifully furnished and characterful holiday home. After a day in the great outdoors, relax on comfortable seating around an open fire in the cosy living room. The large, country-style kitchen has a tiled floor, ideal for wiping muddy paws. Enjoy meals with a spectacular backdrop in the separate dining room. There are two ground-floor bedrooms: a super-king-size and a twin. Upstairs are a twin and a family room with two small double beds. Both share a family bathroom. Outside, a rear patio with garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ overlooks majestic scenery, with sheep your only neighbours. This is a lovely, tranquil spot for a drink or meal; perfect, too, for stargazing in this designated International Dark Sky Park.

Children and pets in your pack will love splashing about in streams and small waterfalls as you hike the hills. Look out for abundant wildlife, including peregrines, kestrels, red squirrels, wild goats and more. Country pubs are within 11 miles, and the small, stone-built market town of Wooler (13 miles) has traditional independent shops, cafes and restaurants.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 2 twin rooms that can be configured as super-kings upon request when booking, 1 family room with 2 small double beds
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and a WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with a bath and handheld shower attachment and a WC, 1 bathroom with bath and handheld shower attachment and a WC, 1 separate downstairs WC
  • Dual fuel cooking range, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request when booking
  • Open fire with logs provided
  • Smart TV, video and CD radio/mp3 dock
  • Dogs welcome in kitchen only – 2 kennels with runs
  • Lovely, enclosed garden with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Off-road parking
  • Shop and pub 11 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Linzi Brown

This property is personally managed by Linzi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Stephanie 31st May 2026

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We had the most amazing week at this property

Reviewed by Richard 18th May 2026

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Lovely cottage in a unique and quite amazing location. Lots of room with four well-sized bedrooms. The internet was a little flaky, but it was never an issue. Loads to see and do in the area, with The Cheviot on your doorstep. We saw Mountain Goats from the cottage (but in the distance), plenty of rabbits, also the odd deer.

Reviewed by Gwyneth 28th April 2026

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This cottage and its location are truly wonderful. My family and I had a magical time.

Reviewed by Gareth 22nd March 2026

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Cottage was fabulous,so warm and beautiful surroundings, best cottage we have stayed at ,and we have stayed at many.

Reviewed by Fred 15th March 2026

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This is the best equipped and cleanest holiday cottage we have yet stayed in . the position was out of this world - we are keen fell walkers and being able to walk straight from the house was wonderful. We enjoyed it so much we have already booked a week in March and a second in October next year.

Reviewed by Phil 4th January 2026

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Excellent cottage in a great location. We have been before and will definitely be coming back.

Reviewed by Tracey 9th December 2025

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Lovely house. So comfortable and cosy. Has everything you could need from an equipment point of view .

Reviewed by Katy 31st October 2025

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We had such a wonderful stay at Dunsdale Cottage. It was the perfect base for our 2 families to stay for our annual get together. Plenty of space for the 4 children to mooch about, and such a relaxing setting for the adults to drop out, read books and cook some nice meals. Whilst the cottage is in a very remote location, we did also have day triRead moreps out; Bamburgh beach, Alnwick (including the amazing bookshop), and Amble; so the best of both worlds really. Really comfy beds and the kitchen was really well equipped. Would really recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing break where you can really get away from it all. Hide

Reviewed by Bryan 21st September 2025

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If you are after peace and quiet, this is the place. Ideal site for using a telescope to view the stars.

Reviewed by Francesca 4th September 2025

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Absolutely fab cottage in a gorgeous location. Shop before you come - it is a long round trip to anywhere - then settle in and enjoy the escape.

Reviewed by Julie 14th June 2025

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What a beautiful place to stay. I would recommend this to all the people i know. Having usually stayed with hoseasons, I would definitely choose this over anything they have to offer. All needs catered for.

Reviewed by David 3rd May 2025

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Reviewed by James 22nd April 2025

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Fantastic location and really well looked after.

Reviewed by Mandy 9th April 2025

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A lovely property, very well kept and provided us with a lovely base for us to make the most important memories

Reviewed by June 29th March 2025

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Reviewed by Stephen 8th November 2024

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very remote and quite. Love it .third time in this cottage. Pity all the Deer have been shot

Reviewed by Phil 29th October 2024

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Very comfortable and fabulously well-equipped cottage in a remote part of the Cheviots. Plenty of walks from the front door, cold water bathing in the nearby Bizzle, superb view of the Milky Way at night. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Mark 26th September 2024

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If you want seclusion (as we did) then this cottage is perfect and the scenery is sublime. When you turn the lights out at night the darkness is total (and I mean total). Yes, it's a slow drive to the place but who's in a hurry? Walks are all around and as hard as you want them to be. Cottage is nice and comfortable and pretty well equipt. Only wisRead moreh that we'd booked two weeks instead of one! Hide

Reviewed by Julia 23rd September 2024

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Beautiful comfortable cottage in a stunning location. This has to be one of the nicest cottages we have ever stayed in. Lovely and clean and comfortable. Well equipped almost like home from home. Plenty of walks around and we will definitely be returning. Thank you

Reviewed by Tina 17th September 2024

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Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location

Reviewed by Chris 3rd August 2024

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A truly beautiful place to stay. The cottage has all the amenities that you need to have a wonderful trip. Many memories made and tons of fun had. We would be honoured to stay again.

Reviewed by Adam 29th July 2024

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Reviewed by Tina 13th July 2024

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Reviewed by Joy 27th June 2024

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This cottage is in the best location ever, everything is perfect inside and out.

Reviewed by Gareth 19th June 2024

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Lovely cottage in an outstanding location. Well equipped and the most comfortable of beds

Reviewed by Christine 17th June 2024

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Gorgeous isolated cottage in a stunning location! Very comfortable and well equipped.

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