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8 Guests
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5 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
13 Customer Reviews
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"We enjoyed our holiday at Hodgkin Hall very much."
The rental is well equipped with appliances and towels, bedding etc. Unfortunately, we had some storm unrelated power issues. May it be because of the heating being electric or whatever, the fuses kicked off , even when we were not in the house. Resetting the breakers restored the power and heating but it was very disturbing that it happened several times over. This also threw off the warm water supply and so on. Otherwise all worked well. A bit more info on rubbish disposal would have been good. The last pick-up schedule dated Jan 2023.
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"The location was perfect for visiting all the best places in Northumberland."
The home was very comfortable with a perfect open lounge/kitchen area. Our only complaints were the lack of hot water (not enough to go around 8 people -booster did not work) and on arrival we found old pizza in the microwave. Small grumbles in comparison to the great time we had there :)
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"On entry the carpet has taken a bit of dirty feet traffic maybe some wooden floor may be appropriate carpet a bit light showing up stains ,otherwise a lovely place ."
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"We were extremely pleased with the interior of Hodgkin Hall and could not fault the accommodation apart from one of the blinds in the on-site bedroom was broken which we notified the owner about but by our day of departure had not been repaired."
However the exterior was not well maintained, there were numerous Spiny Sowthistle weeds in the drive. The grass and hedges were overgrown in the small detached garden there were also a number of nettles as well. The only table in the detached garden was in a state of disrepair. On a number of occasions we contacted first Sykes and then on the advise of Sykes the owner. On four occasions we asked for an update regarding a replacement Table, by the time of our departure the Table had not been replaced. Because of the state of the grass and the Spiny Sowthistle weeds we decided for the safety of our grandchildren to cut the grass and remove the weeds ourselves. The other issue we had with the drive was a dried out bush scratched the wheel arch of one of the cars when it was being parked when we first arrived.
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"On arrival dinner plates and baking trays\roasting tins were dirty."
Travel cot we had requested was broken and unable to be used. When we finally got through to the contact person of the property they weren't very helpful and were just insisting that they hadn't been informed that the travel cot had been requested. Eventually they did get another cot to us but it was quite a stressful time worrying about whether we would get a cot and what time it would arrive. Highchair was also dirty. The floor in the living room didn't appear to have been vacuumed as pistachio shells were on the floor under the dining table (not good for a crawling baby to find!!!). There were also extremely dried raisins and a pen under one of the sofas. We have never before arrived at a holiday home to find not one scrap of toilet paper. As we arrived there at 4pm and our online shopping wasn't arriving until between 5 and 6pm it was helpful especially with a children with us. The double bedroom upstairs is very small (same size as the single one opposite). It was squeeze to get down the side to get into bed especially as there is a set of drawers lengthways down one side which is pretty useless to use as there also isn't enough room to open them properly. This room also lacked a mirror. The property should not be listed as a 4 star property and it was noticeable that there wasn't a visitors book in the property. The only review was on a scrap of paper inside one of the folders with information in (obviously this was a positive review!). On our last morning we also didn't have any hot water. On a plus side the house was in a perfect location for us.
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"The house is very comfortable for a family gathering."
We had family members from 4 counties arriving and the open plan layout was great for catching up. It has a well equipped kitchen, great for Christmas and the Christmas decorations we're a nice touch.
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"It's a lovely property and handy for all the local attractions."
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"Lovely comfortable property."
Well equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. Would definitely recommend this property.
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"Lovely property located close to both the hills and the beach, excellent base for a walking holiday."
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"Good property with all facilities as advertised."
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"The open plan upstairs living room and kitchen was very comfortable and the house was warm and comfortable."
The Christmas decorations made the house welcoming.
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"A very comfortable home, spacious and clean and tidy with a well equipped kitchen."
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"Great location, perfect for two families wanting a holiday."
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Summary
- Reverse level
- Five bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x first-floor double, 1 x ground-floor single, 1 x first-floor single
- Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
- First-floor open-plan living area with Kitchen, dining area and sitting area
- Ground-floor utility
- Electric heating
- Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer
- TV, DVD player, CD player, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available on request
- Off-road parking for 4 cars
- Enclosed detached garden with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 1 mile, pub 1 mile
The property
Originally a reading hall built for the villagers of Lowick by Lord Hodgkin, Hodgkin Hall has been furnished to create an ideal base for a family or group of adults looking to explore the coast and countryside of Northumberland.
Reverse level, you will be welcomed by off-road parking and ascend to the first floor to find the living area.
Within this property the open-plan living area is simply stunning, with tall ceilings adding an airy quality and threaded with roof beams, the space is full of natural light, and themes of black and grey décor add opulence, where leather and velvet sofas encourage you to relax and enjoy a good book.
When mealtimes call, an excellent kitchen beside traditional arched windows entices you to cook up a storm, which will be served on the stylish wooden dining table, making this a contemporary social hub for all guests to enjoy whilst still retaining historic features.
There are five bedrooms throughout this property sleeping a total of eight guests, beginning with two on the first floor, a double and a single and, along with a family bathroom and handy utility, you can find a king-size with an en-suite, a double and a single, and each room has its own character, storage and air of opulence.
Outside, enjoy breakfast in the sunshine at the dining area.
Lowick is a lovely countryside village with its own eateries, pubs, a convenience store and even a theatre.
There are countryside walks within easy reach, however if you head over the village of Yeavering you will be able to explore the beautiful scenery of the Northumberland National Park and enjoy walks such as Linhope Spout Waterfall, Grefin and Yeavering Bell Fort Hill.
In the opposite direction you will find the fantastic Holy Island with many eateries, independent shops, a sandy beach, museum, and selection of superb historic sites including Lindisfarne Priory, castle and lighthouse.
Explore the wonders of Northumberland with a stay at Hodgkin Hall.
About the location
LOWICK
Holy Island 7.9 miles; Wooler 8 miles; Berwick-upon-Tweed 11 miles; Bamburgh 12.7 miles; Seahouses 16 miles
The small attractive village of Lowick is ideally placed for a holiday in Northumberland and is host to two vibrant pubs, The Black Bull Inn and The White Swan Inn where you can sample some hearty fare before continuing with your adventures. It also has a fantastic village shop where you can stock up on the essentials or treat your loved ones to a selection of home baked goods. Kimmerston Riding Centre is just a few miles to the west of the village . The pretty village of Ford with its castle and craft shops is 2 miles away, part of the Ford and Etal Estate which has facilities for cycling and fishing, as well as a mini railway – ideal for all the family. There are also excellent golfing opportunities, with 8 golf courses within 20 miles of Lowick. Northumberland’s beautiful coastline, Holy Island, the Cheviots for hill walking and mountain biking and the fascinating border town of Berwick, are all only short drives away. A superb base for exploring all the region has to offer.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter