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Overview
Pairing period details with crisp, contemporary decor, this eye-catching barn conversion is ideal for families or groups of friends – especially the TV room boasting its own bar!
Convenient, ultra-rural setting meets cool, ultra-stylish design
Until recently, The Steading Retreat (a reduced occupancy version of The Steading At West Lyham) was merely an austere farmhouse and yard. Now, however, it has been dramatically transformed and reinvented as a sophisticated five-bedroom hideaway – one filled with light and drenched in style.
That old south-facing yard has become a courtyard containing two water features. Framing three sides of it, The Steading centres upon an open-plan living area which boldly marries old with new. A double-height ceiling sits above above the sleek, monochrome kitchen’s large island and sociable breakfast bar. Opposite, a gallery of arched windows overlook minimalist, designer furniture including a plush petrol corner sofa as a black Morsø stove produces warmth whenever needed.
Befitting of interior magazines, this space sets a clean, classy tone maintained throughout. Love it and you’ll also love an enormous, equally svelte lounge and attached dining room, both of them exposing more rafters to further the sense of grandeur. Colourful cushions and modern-art prints once again play off neutral-toned walls. Then comes the devoted TV room, complete with its own built-in bar for celebratory evenings. The beer pumps can be made available for guest use with prior arrangement, or take advantage of a staffed bar to help you enjoy your special occasion to the full!
The two luxurious bedrooms both offer king-size beds with en-suites, while the master bedroom additionally contains a Smart TV and a large freestanding bath. There are three additional bedrooms within the property, however, these are locked off when booking this version of The Steading.
The Steading enjoys a winning location between Northumberland’s dramatic coastline and pristine National Park. And while you’ll enjoy a blissful sense of rural isolation, the property is actually just a few minutes’ drive from Chatton – whose village shop stocks an array of local produce – and the Percy Arms, an inviting country inn famed for its excellent food.
Half an hour’s drive is all that’s required to reach many of the county’s most popular attractions, including Bamburgh Castle above its namesake sandy beach, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne and Alnwick Castle – better known to many as Hogwarts from the Harry Potter films. Outdoorsy types will find endless pleasure in the 400 square miles of sheep-dotted hills, meandering river valleys, wild waterfalls and rugged moorland within Northumberland National Park, itself just 15-20 minutes by car.
Please note that, for larger groups. The Steading Retreat can be booked at full capacity as The Steading at West Lyham (sleeps 10) as well as in conjunction with The Stables (sleeps 4) and The Smithy (sleeps 2), which lie nearby.
Property details
GROUND FLOOR
The property is ground floor. For guests with mobility issues, there are one or two small lips from the kitchen and dining room to be aware of. The barn conversion is set in a U shape configuration with the main living and kitchen spaces sitting to the centre looking out towards the courtyard, with five bedrooms (three en suite). Three bedrooms and two bathrooms sit off the TV/room bar area, and two bedrooms and bathrooms sit off the main sitting room.
Large double-height open plan kitchen with sitting room area comprising:
Kitchen with marble work surfaces, two double ovens, two microwaves (one with grill option), induction hob, two dishwashers, coffee machine, large fridge. There is a separate utility room with a combined washer/dryer, large eight-drawer freezer, and a sink. There are arched doors to the front courtyard and a double door to the rear garden and parking area which gives access to the large side garden.
Sitting room area with large corner sofa and Morsø stove, 43" Smart TV.
Dining room with large dining table (six chairs and bench seat) which seats ten.
Sitting room with three large sofas and 55" Smart TV.
TV room and bar with large corner sofa and 55" Smart TV. The bar area has a wine fridge, sink and storage. Please enquire if you’d like to use the beer pumps or take advantage of a staffed bar during your stay. Arched door to the courtyard and single door to the rear parking area.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Bedroom one with king size bed, side tables, double wardrobe with hanging space and storage.
En suite bathroom, with large walk-in shower (rainforest head and separate mixer), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two is a large master suite with king size bed, side tables, courtyard windows and door. 50" Smart TV. Separate dressing room with hanging and storage space.
Large en suite bathroom with large freestanding bath, large walk-in shower with rainforest head and separate mixer, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
There is a large enclosed gravelled courtyard (south-facing) to the front of The Steading. This has multiple flower beds and two large water features with fountains. It is very important that children are supervised at all times in this area.
The large side garden is westerly facing and has a large patio area and lawn for enjoying the beautiful sunsets and views towards the Cheviot hills (images coming soon).
At the rear of the property there is parking, large raised beds and a private sitting area. The rear and side garden is fully enclosed when the access gate is closed.
Garden furniture will be provided in the Spring and Summer months. A BBQ is not provided.
PARKING
Private parking for 4-5 cars to the rear of the property.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and highchair are provided on request.
Important - there are two large water features in the front courtyard and children must be closely supervised at all times.
DOGS
Three dogs are welcome at The Steading at a charge of £15 per dog. Additional dogs may be considered on request.
GUEST AMENITIES
Bed linen, towels and guest toiletries are provided. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Wi-Fi is available and is a good speed and sufficient for streaming. Mobile coverage is poor but guests will be able to make Wi-Fi calls instead.
HEATING
Underfloor heating throughout the property. The open plan kitchen with sitting area has a Morsø wood burning stove - logs provided.
GUEST PRIVACY
Guests should be aware that The Stables (sleeps 4) and The Smithy (sleeps 2) are in the same ownership and sit directly opposite The Steading. Both properties are available as holiday lets. The large garden to the side of The Steading has, on one boundary, a dividing fence separating it from the shared lawned garden for The Stables and The Smithy.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, this property can be booked alongside The Smithy at West Lyham (sleeping 2) and/or The Stables at West Lyham (sleeping 4), which are directly opposite The Steading and sit next door to one another.
A further three double bedrooms within The Steading Retreat, including two zip and link beds, can be made available when booking the full-capacity version of this property, The Steading At West Lyham (sleeps 10).
Location
The local village of Chatton (1.5 miles) is a short drive or thirty-minute walk away. Stop by The Percy Arms Hotel for a drink or something to eat. They serve food all day and their Sunday roast dinners are well-known locally.
The attractive market town of Wooler is just five miles away and has two excellent butchers, several pubs and cafés and the highly-rated Italian, Milan Restaurant. It also has a good range of independent shops, including the super ‘Breeze’ art gallery which also serves coffee and a light lunch. The Good Life Shop is a wonderful deli selling cheeses, cured meats and health foods.
There is another excellent village shop on the Main Street of Cornhill-on-Tweed (18 miles) and a highly recommended butcher in Norham (20 miles), RG Foreman Butchers, with a great selection of meat, cheese, wine and spirits. They can also deliver for you to collect from the village shop in Cornhill-on-Tweed if you ask.
Coldstream (20 miles) has a small Co-op supermarket while more extensive shopping is available in the historic towns of Berwick-upon-Tweed, Alnwick and Kelso which are all within an easy half-hour drive.
Activities
Fabulous walks from the doorstep range from leisurely rambles around the surrounding farmland to 600 miles of designated hill and moorland routes in the Cheviot Hills, making it a superb spot for walking, cycling and enjoying the great outdoors.
St. Cuthbert’s Way passes nearby to the cottage so why not join part of the 62-mile walk from Melrose Abbey to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, or enjoy nearby walks to Linhope Spout and Routin Linn with their fantastic waterfall picnic spots. For cycling and mountain biking, there are extensive routes and trails nearby for family-friendly recreation, including bike hire available locally. For more challenging terrain, the Pennine Cycleway passes through Wooler (5 miles) making it an ideal stop-off for those embarking on the full route - an ideal retreat for resting tired legs at the end of the day.
Horse riding is available locally at nearby Kimmerston (12 miles), and for fishing, the lower and bottom beats of the legendary River Tweed are within easy driving distance. There is also still water trout fishing available in Chatton (1.6 miles) and fly fishing at the Watch Water Fishery (40 miles), set in the Lammermuir Hills, adjacent to the Southern Upland Way.
Clay pigeon shooting is available in Morpeth (30 miles) or Kelso (30 miles) or you can book high bird shooting within the Bowmont Valley locally.
Also nearby is the Ford and Etal estate where one can have a wander around the ruins of Etal Castle or enjoy a pint at Northumberland’s only thatched pub before taking the delightful miniature steam railway which runs to Heatherslaw to explore the corn mill and buy some freshly ground Heatherslaw flour.
For golf enthusiasts, Wooler has its own 9-hole course with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside whilst Goswick, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh and Alnmouth are all within easy driving distance. For something a little different, gliding can be arranged through the Borders Gliding Club or perhaps take a trip in a Hot Air Balloon - incredible experiences are never forgotten.
The cottage lies within half an hour's drive of Northumberland's magnificent coastline, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just perfect for rest or play. One of our favourite spots is Bamburgh Beach with miles of pristine sand, nestled behind huge sand dunes and overlooked by the impressive Bamburgh Castle. The stunning coastline provides the perfect opportunity to try your hand at kite surfing, sailing or coasteering. For something a little different, gliding is available at nearby Millfield.
The region’s rich history is reflected in the magnificent chain of castles that punctuate the landscape. Those nearby the cottage include the vast, romantic ruins of Dunstanburgh, the palatial splendour of Floors, Chillingham, reputedly one of the most haunted buildings in England and home to the world’s only herd of wild cattle, and foreboding Alnwick, made famous as the location for Hogwart’s School in the Harry Potter films.
Further afield, the magnificent city of Edinburgh is only about an hour and a half by car or 45 minutes on the train from nearby Berwick-upon-Tweed.
C&C experiences
We invite you to enjoy the most coveted and exclusive local experiences available in the North of England and the South of Scotland on your next Crabtree & Crabtree adventure.
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Children and families
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Fishing
Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.
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Historic houses and castles
With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.
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Wildlife
Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.
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Walking
From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.
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Museums, galleries and culture
Our museums tell the story of Borders people and provide a unique insight into our region’s heritage and culture, such as the turbulent past of the Border Reivers or the tragic tale of exiled Mary Queen of Scots.
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Golf
There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.
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Adventure Sports
If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.
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Cycling & mountain biking
Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.
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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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Ancestral history research
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Dog sitting
Our experienced dog sitters will look after your furry friends whilst you are out exploring.
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Additional housekeeping
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Wine delivery
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We had a great time at The Steading Retreat. It's a beautiful property finished to a very high standard. There were all the provisions you could need and a very generous welcome box.
Mr ArthurAvailability
- Three dogs are welcome at a charge of £15 per dog.
- Typical arrival day: Flexible
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"Typifying The Steading’s penchant for sudden panache, a large, psychedelic print of an antlered deer crowns one steel-hued sitting-room sofa."David and Lois, owners of The Steading
