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Sycamore Cottage

Catton, near Hexham, Northumberland
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Stunning stone cottage in an idyllic countryside setting
  • Unwind beside the wood burner or enjoy picturesque walks through the East Allen Valley from the doorstep
  • The lovely cottage garden offers a blissful spot to soak in panoramic views of the rolling valley
Overview
Property code: OC-COQ88

Nestled in a tranquil corner of the beautiful Allen Valleys near Hexham, this former farm cottage radiates charm and character, boasts breathtaking countryside views and offers a truly peaceful escape for couples and families. Explore picturesque walks through the East Allen Valley from your doorstep and discover the nearby town of Allendale (3.5 miles), where rushing rivers, pretty waterfalls, and stunning moorlands await. For a taste of history and culture, the medieval abbey town of Hexham, with a great selection of independent shops, cafes and restaurants to enjoy, can be reached within 9.5 miles. Corbridge, 16 miles away, is a truly unspoilt Northumbrian village nestled close to the beautiful Hadrian’s Wall, with great village pubs, restaurants and independent shops. Part of the Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage site, discover hundreds of years of history at Corbridge’s Roman Town and Museum, 16.5 miles away.

At the end of a busy day’s expedition, kick off your walking boots and hang up your coat in the welcoming entrance porchway before following the warmth of the roaring wood burner in the light-filled open-plan kitchen/diner. Featuring charming, contemporary country cottage décor as well as original exposed brickwork, this wonderfully social space echoes the cottage's rich heritage, as well as provides everything you need to cook and dine with loved ones. Featuring another roaring wood burner housed within and an exposed brickwork fireplace, the cosy lounge boasts a wonderfully welcoming ambience that invites tired travellers to unwind on one of the plush sofas. Featuring high vaulted ceilings and original wooden beams, the super-king-size bedroom and super-king-size zip-and-link bedroom (can be made up as a twin on request) upstairs provide a haven of tranquillity to retire to. The contemporary family bathroom on this level offers everything you need to wash off a long day exploring the local trails.

The south-west-facing cottage garden, with a lawn, mature apple trees and a small patio area, provides plenty of space to sit back and soak up your peaceful surrounding scenery. Outside, you’ll also find private parking for two cars.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 super-king-size zip-and-link bedroom (can be made up as a twin on request at time of booking)
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, Nespresso compatible coffee machine (initial supply of pods provided), dishwasher
  • Outbuilding attached to the cottage with a freezer, washing machine and a small amount of secure bike storage
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request
  • Wood burner – first basket of logs supplied from October to April
  • Smart TV
  • Bedding is goose feather and down – hypoallergenic bedding is available on request
  • South-west-facing cottage garden with a lawn, mature apple trees, a small patio area and outdoor dining furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop and pub 3.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Natalie McNeill

This property is personally managed by Natalie.

Guest comments

Reviewed by Anonymous 13th September 2025

Sycamore Cottage is a real gem of a place. Mary & Phil have thought of everything to make a visitors stay as welcoming and comfortable as possible from the welcome hamper of Northumbrian produce to the home made bread, cake and biscuits which were most appreciated. The cottage is very well equipped and the beds are super comfortable. The views froRead morem the cottage are amazing and there are some great walks very near by. We absolutely loved the area and hope to return in the future. A big thank you to Mary and Phil for making our stay perfect. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 27th August 2025

We had a fantastic stay with our two young children over the bank holiday weekend. The house was gorgeous and had everything we needed for the weekend. Everything is very comfortable and well thought out. The view is spectacular and there is a lovely garden to admire it from. We appreciated the high chair, stair gate and kids cutlery being suppliedRead more as well as the hamper with lots of goodies. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 23rd August 2025

A beautiful cottage in a great location, well equipped and very clean. Owners veey helpful. Great position for exploring the area. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Anonymous 5th July 2025

A lovely, tastefully furnished, well equipped cottage in a rural location. It was blessed with beautiful views of the Allen Valley. Owner Mary gave us a warm welcome just after our arrival along with a generous, quality welcome pack. Not sure if it was a feature of the greater area or just a reflection of the time of year but the sparse traffic waRead mores a joy. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 9th August 2024

If you like a remote (actually very easy to get to) quiet spot in the countryside then this is the place to stay ! The house is immaculate. A beautiful hamper on arrival with fresh baked bread, cake and cookies! To sum up , this place is by far the best accommodation my partner and I have rented in 13 years of travelling together

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Coquet Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.