Farm Cottage
Farm Cottage’s name goes a long way to painting a picture of it: one of a clutch of traditional Northumberland stone cottages set amidst rural land outside the village of Cheswick, it’s every inch a welcoming refuge from the rugged landscape that envelops it.
A wood-burner warms the cosy open-plan sitting and dining room, the original fireplace topped by a section of an ancient pew salvaged from nearby Scremerston Church, while the lush front and rear gardens offer uninterrupted views of the surrounding fields.
Footpaths criss-cross the fields, encouraging walkers to set off directly from the cottage, which also sits a few paces off the Coast & Castles Cycle route, inviting cyclists to tackle all, or just sections of, the scenic 192-mile stretch between Newcastle and Edinburgh. Golfers will meanwhile discover Goswick Golf Club a mere five minutes’ drive away.
However, Farm Cottage’s greatest draw is arguably the fact that it’s located less than ten minutes’ walk from one of the finest beaches in northern England, Cheswick Sands. This acclaimed beach, a seemingly endless expanse of white sand dotted with black basalt rock-pools and backed by dunes, offers hard-to-beat panoramic views and serves as a playground for families, dog walkers, kite-surfers and sand-yachters. Take a stroll along the sands on a clear day and you’ll be able to look north, past the spires and lighthouse of Berwick-upon-Tweed, all the way to the Border before turning to glimpse the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to the south.
Best of all, you don’t even have to amble down to the beach from Farm Cottage to soak up the views: you can gaze upon the ocean as you sip sundowners on the terrace and contemplate the Holy Island over breakfast in bed in the master bedroom.
Farm Cottage’s owners have styled the cottage immaculately, achieving contemporary yet welcoming interiors that echo (rather than shout) its seaside setting with timber panelled bathrooms, framed seascapes in the bedrooms and local scenes by landscape artist Scott Robertson in the sitting room.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, East House sleeping 8+4 or The Bothy at Cheswick sleeping 2 sit a short distance away.
Other holiday-let properties that sit in the same ownership and are of a similar style include Cambridge House sleeping 8, Cambridge House - Cottage One sleeping 2 and Cambridge House - Cottage Two sleeping 4.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Kitchen with electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, and washing machine.
Open-plan living area with wood burning stove (unlimited supply of logs), seating for four guests and dining area with seating for four guests, door to enclosed rear garden, Smart TV and wall charging ports.
Hallway - multi-level (five steps down to lower level) with hanging rail.
Bedroom one - master bedroom - with king size bed, side tables, fitted wardrobe and concealed dressing table.
En-suite bathroom with bath, separate shower (with rainforest head), basin and WC.
Bedroom two with zip and link beds which can be configured to super king or twin beds and fitted wardrobe.
Family bathroom with large shower (with rainforest head), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
To the front of the cottage is an enclosed garden comprising gravel with outdoor seating and a small lawned area, which sits on a lower level. There is a lawned garden to rear with outside dining for four guests which is also fully enclosed. There is a log store with unlimited supply of logs and secure store for bicycles, golf clubs, etc. There is parking for two cars at the front of the cottage.
The walk to the beach takes approximately 8-10 minutes from Farm Cottage. This is via a single-track road leading to a small car parking area that bounds onto the sand dunes.
Location
At the most northerly tip of Northumberland lies Berwick-upon-Tweed. A walled town on the England-Scotland border with a turbulent past, it has been captured or sacked over a dozen times throughout history. Built to keep invading Scots from entering the town, a walk along these Elizabethan walls offers spectacular views across the River Tweed estuary and Berwick’s most famous landmark, The Royal Border Bridge. Fast trains between Edinburgh and London stop at Berwick-upon-Tweed, making it an ideal place for a coastal getaway without a car.
Artist L.S. Lowry was a huge fan of Berwick and there is a specially-curated Lowry Trail to explore, the town being home to a thriving arts and cultural scene. The area also has a rich food heritage and there is something to cater for all tastes and budgets, from fish and chips – best enjoyed on the promenade – to cosy pubs and cafés.
In addition to its fascinating history and Georgian architecture, the wider area boasts mile upon mile of fantastic beaches just made for lazy picnics and outdoor adventures. Spittal beach is popular with families, while the beautiful Cocklawburn, Goswick and Cheswick beaches all sit close by. The stunning sights at Bamburgh and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne are also both less than half an hour’s drive away.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyOne dog is welcome (£15 fee). A second dog may be considered on request. Guests are requested to clean up after dogs and keep them off the furniture and out of the bedrooms.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerHairdryers are provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingFarm Cottage has oil heating throughout which is thermostatically controlled. There is a wood burning stove in the sitting room.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Open fire/Woodburning stoveLogs provided.
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a beach (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available. Mobile coverage can be patchy on some networks.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
Important Information
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.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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Cheswick, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland
