The Smithy
- 9 guests
- 5 beds
- 3 bathrooms
- No pets
Description
Ponteland 3.6 miles.
Nestled deep within the Northumberland countryside, in the charming village of Milbourne, you will find The Smithy.
A luxurious stone-fronted dwelling, this attractive holiday home offers a fantastic base for any group getaway to the North East.
Gather with friends on the plush grey sofa as you map out your plans for the duration of your stay, before flicking on the flat-screen TV and keeping nice and toasty from the heat of the woodburning stove.
Make your way over to the stupendous kitchen, kitted out with sleek electrical appliances, such as two built-in double ovens and an impressive electric hob that sits happily within the striking kitchen island, and prepare a mouth-watering feast for all.
Serve up at the breakfast bar, or for a more formal diner head into the grand dining room where you can enjoy a refreshing bottle of bubbly as you toast to the good times ahead.
Continue the evening out in the garden, appreciating wonderful company as you indulge in drinks at the outdoor seating area whilst the kids remain entertained with a movie on the wall-mounted TV in the study.
The ground floor is also home to a convenient cloakroom with a basin and WC, as well as a handy utility room where you can keep up on your laundry with the well-thought-out washing machine and tumble dryer.
Choose to stay in one of the four beautifully decorated bedrooms located on the first floor, including a chic king-size bedroom styled with neutral hues and a pretty white wardrobe, along with an en-suite wetroom.
Guests can also retreat to a second king-size bedroom complete with gorgeous mirrored furnishings and grey painted walls, or a twin bedroom with crisp white bedding and complimentary leafy tones, together creating a peaceful space to relax and unwind at the end of an action-packed day.
Escape the excitement in the snug single, where you can admire the pretty blue and pink tones as you curl up in the plush grey armchair and lose yourself in the captivating narrative of your favourite book.
Across the way lies a contemporary fully-tiled bathroom, home to a roomy walk-in shower and an attractive bath.
Venture up the staircase to the second floor and be welcomed into a luxurious master bedroom boasting a spacious super-king-size bed with an eye-catching grey headboard, as well as the benefit of a fabulous en-suite bathroom and an additional dressing room, so you can take your time to get ready for an evening out on the town.
The dressing room is also home to a handy sofa bed, ideal for flexible sleeping arrangements.
When ready to explore the local area, be sure to stop by the imposing mansion of Belsay Hall, where you can wander the well-kept gardens to discover colourful flowers and admire the ancient greek inspired architecture.
Pay a visit to the Kirby Hall Zoo to meet exotic animals and embark on magical trails, before heading off to Whitley Bay for a refreshing walk along the coast.
Spend time in the city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and indulge in a delicious meal in one of the many well-established restaurants in the area.
Explore the grounds of Newcastle Castle and the beautiful 11th century Cathedral of St. Nicholas Church, or learn of the local history at the Discovery Museum before crossing the famous Tyne or Millennium Bridge to Gateshead.
Just a short drive away lies the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where visitors can enjoy breath-taking hikes through the luscious green countryside and discover miles of unspoilt landscapes boasting incredible views.
Driving north you will find the charming market town of Alnwick, home to the historic Alnwick Castle which holds Harry Potter inspired events, something you and your little ones will delight in visiting.
Sitting on the Northumberland coast, if you head further afield, it is no surprise that the village of Bamburgh is a popular spot for holidaymakers.
With impressive historical sites such as Bamburgh and Lindisfarne Castle, as well as offering trips to Farne island - a birdwatcher's paradise.
For an unforgettable family holiday to Northumberland, be sure to book a stay at The Smithy.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Baby Friendly
- Garden / Patio
- Pets Not Allowed
- Open Fire
- Wifi
- Baby Friendly
- Garden / Patio
- Pets Not Allowed
- Open Fire
- Off Road Parking
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Super cottage.
Great location. Really well equipped. We had a great stay. 10/10.
What a great holiday home , 3 generations stayed for a week .
The house was very clean and tidy plenty of bedding amd towels etc . Facilities in the house were excellent , plenty of room , great house layout for all the family. Great location visited out to beach Blyth Whitely Bay ..which is a fantastic Blue flag beach. Nearby National trust properties were also in reach. Bamburgh , Wallingsea and Cragside. Unfortunately ..no fault of the owners, but would have been nice to have been made aware that there are roadworks outside house and along the road that are going to be in place for several months, and what with the road being narrow, it is difficult to navigate . Road closed signs are in place at both ends .. luckily we had smallish vehicles to manage but beware if you you have larger car. Would have been nice to have a washing line and maybe a parasol for big outside table . Overall a very very enjoyable stay , would definitely rebook . Thankyou
This property adequately accommodated up to 10 people.
It had two ovens, two fridge-freezers and more than sufficient space to store food for the week. It was, on arrival and first sight great, however, it does need some urgent tlc. There was no outdoor washing line which would have been a great addition, especially as the airer had seen better days. Inside a deep clean was needed. Windows were dirty, there were dusty ornaments and accessories, the ceiling in the kitchen is full of dust, cobwebs and marks. The dust behind the double beds is excessive, especially in the top queenside suite as I went to plug my phone in I saw the dust was so thick I didn’t want to put anything behind there. The fabric headboards need a proper fabric clean, they have the dirty hair smell and need freshening up. The downstairs toilet needs a steam clean, the smell of stale urine is quite strong. I think some mattress protectors/mattresses could do with a clean, there were some visible stains under the bottom sheets. Lots of furniture maintenance is required; the curtain pole in the lounge is loose and the wardrobe in the single bedroom isn’t stable or secured to the wall, the screws appear to have been pulled out. The desk in the play room isn’t stable, we couldn’t find the remote controls until day 2. The outdoor furniture was rickety, the wooden set couldn’t be sat on as the benches tipped like see-saws. The wicker set had no glass table top and no cushions that fitted the set. The dishwasher doesn’t appear to be secured properly and is really difficult to open. For a scorching weekend the lack of functional, outdoor furniture was noticed. We purchased outdoor games and the outdoor space was well used. There is a large number of wasps, but fortunately it’s early in the season and they were busy getting wood for building nests, which I think there are plenty of within the area- every shop we went in had no citronella candles so we had nothing to deter them, but they weren’t aggressive and just flew around. We had to keep windows closed though which was unexpected with extremely high temperatures. A blind over the velux windows would have been beneficial. The good points- the setting is stunning, surrounded by fields the peace and tranquility was exceptional. The beds were comfortable, bedding sheets (note comment above about under the clean sheets) and towels clean. The Smithy should be a premium property, the play room is great for little people, but so much was broken it just became a tv room (once they found the remotes). The dining room table was great for a big family meal, but we’d have loved the opportunity to eat outside with a large dining set and parasol. The pictures to enable booking look great, the setting is stunning, the kitchen was well stocked with crockery, cutlery and utensils. Overall, the house needs a deep clean and broken furniture removed or replaced. Being able to contact Sykes was an absolute nightmare ahead of arrival, accessibility to a human to speak to was like getting blood out of a stone. It took hours over numerous days to finally get hold of someone. This needs to be addressed. The early checkout and late arrival was eventually adjusted, which was hugely appreciated, but the effort required to achieve that was incomprehensible. Overall, a fabulous setting, Newcastle is only 30 minutes away, the airport 15 minutes, the location was excellent. Surrounded by some gorgeous national trust properties and so close to a magnificent coastline it was a perfect location for us. The house has the potential to be absolutely amazing, we did have a good stay, it was just disappointing to see so much that needed repairing or deep cleaning.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
Note: No stag/ hen parties or similar.
Please note: Electric car charging is not permitted at this property.
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
17:30 / 09:00
Property ref
1020562
Parking
Off Road Parking
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Not allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome