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Overview
Enjoy the calming effect of this charismatic Victorian gate lodge on the edge of the superb Milne Graden Estate, with idyllic riverside trails on the doorstep and just ten miles from the wide sweeping sands of the exceptional Northumberland coast.
A charming gate lodge with superb views
With idyllic riverside trails on the doorstep and just ten miles from the wide sweeping sands of the exceptional Northumberland coast.
Newly refurbished throughout, the sitting room is a celebration of the flora and fauna of the area with colours inspired by the featured work of renowned painter/print maker Angie Lewin through her Saltmarsh Storm II piece and the intricate wallpaper illustrations by Mark Hearld.
Alongside this, limewashed wood and soft sage green is paired carefully with the warmth of natural wool and sisal, while an open fire will bring about some cosy contentment when those lazy days beckon.
The bedroom features a large king size bed, and the artisan feel continues with an oversized headboard in Royal Oak fabric by artist Andrew Davidson and the contemporary work of award winning print maker Emma Lawrenson.
Contrast this with the deep graphite grey of the kitchen, perfectly equipped for two, with exceptional south facing views of The Cheviots, leading directly onto a deck and south facing garden.
North Lodge is surrounded by garden on three sides and a five minute walk will take you down to the River Tweed, from which there is a super network of riverside walks.
Dog Park
All Milne Graden properties benefit from use of the Tails of the Tweed Dog Park in the estate’s former Victorian kitchen garden. Sitting on the route of the mapped walks which run around the estate, this bright, sunny spot is a perfect space for relaxation while your furry friend can play and run freely within the safety of this enclosed space. A range of dog agility obstacles and toys are sure to add some extra fun!
Property details
Ground floor
This is a one-bedroom gate lodge with all accommodation on the ground floor.
Sitting room with double sofa, armchair, drop leaf table for dining with two chairs, open fire (ample supply of logs provided), flat screen television with DVD player.
Kitchen with electric oven and ceramic hob, dishwasher, microwave, small fridge with separate ice box. Please note there is no washing machine available.
Bedroom with 5' king size bed, built-in cupboard with hanging space and storage, dressing table.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Outside
North Lodge has a garden area on three sides of the cottage. The rear garden has a raised decked area with a table and chairs which is enclosed with a picket fence. The rear garden also enjoys superb views across parkland to the Cheviot Hills beyond.
A bicycle store is available on site for guest use. Please note, a barbecue is not provided at this cottage and the use of barbecues is not permitted anywhere on the estate.
Parking
There is off-road parking to the side of the cottage.
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 available on request.
Dogs & Other Pets
One dog is welcome and a second dog may be considered on request with a charge of £35 per dog. Dogs must be kept off the furniture and out of the bedroom. Cats are not permitted.
Guest amenities
All bed linen is the highest quality 100% Egyptian cotton. Towels are provided for all guests. A hairdryer is provided.
Any requests for additional mid-week housekeeping and linen changes require at least 14 days notification and are subject to additional cost.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Wi-Fi is available at the property but please note this can be slow and intermittent due to the rural location. Mobile coverage is good on most networks. There is a landline available which can be used for incoming calls or emergency outgoing calls.
Heating
North Lodge has oil central heating in addition to the open fire in the sitting room. An ample supply of logs is provided. Additional logs can be purchased from local service stations in Coldstream or Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Fishing on site
Salmon fishing is available on the Milne Graden Beat on the River Tweed. This is organised through FBR Seed.
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Trout fishing is organised through Coldstream & District Angling Association.
Additional Accommodation
For guests looking to holiday together there are also seven other properties on the Milne Graden Estate - Hamilton House sleeping 6, School House sleeping 6, Garden House sleeping 4+2, Swan's Nest sleeping 4, Tweedside sleeping 4, Park End sleeping 2 and West Lodge sleeping 2.
Location
Head to Norham (4 miles) for a fantastic selection of quality local produce, including meats, pies, and cheeses from Foreman’s, or the Cornhill Village Shop (5 miles) for coffee, cake and scrummy picnic lunches. It is also home to the highly regarded Collingwood Arms for elegant evening dining, or a short drive will take you to the Allanton Inn (6 miles) which has a superb reputation for serving excellent locally sourced food amidst relaxed, convivial surroundings.
Alternatively, Coldstream is a quaint but bustling little town with a rich history sitting on the north side of the River Tweed right on the Scottish/English Border. The shopping here is small and friendly with a good mix of independent outlets running the length of the High Street, including a family butchers, bakery and small Co-op supermarket for holiday essentials, as well as a super art gallery and interiors shop for lifestyle gifts and accessories.
More extensive shopping, restaurants and amenities can be found in the picturesque town of Kelso (12 miles) which is also home to the 12th Century Abbey, Floors Castle, the Roxburghe Championship Golf Course and National Hunt Racing.
Activities
The local area is packed with interest. Hike through the Cheviot Hills or stroll across stunning beaches. Go kite-surfing or coastal kayaking. Marvel at the silver staircase at Manderston House. Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, home to thousands of seabirds and a grey seal colony. Or treat yourself to lunch at the Terrace Café at Floors Castle, nominated as one of the top ten cafés in Scotland.
With the Tweed on the doorstep, this is an ideal base for fishing parties. The estate’s own beat which is available to guests at additional cost (subject to availability) extends to about 1.4 miles of single bank fishing. Milne Graden is primarily a salmon beat but has good runs of grilse and sea trout through the summer months. Other prime beats include Tillmouth, Lennel, Ladykirk and The Lees. If you can tear yourself away from the view, the local area has plenty of other delights in store.
From here you can explore a historic landscape, punctuated by imposing castles like Floors, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh, Thirlestane and Alnwick, the evocative ruins of abbeys at Kelso, Melrose and Dryburgh and stately mansions at nearby Paxton, Manderston and Mellerstain. Head to the coast for miles of golden sands and secluded rocky coves. Some of our favourite spots are the stunning beach at Bamburgh, the magnificent views from the cliffs at St Abb’s Head and the mystical Holy Island of Lindisfarne.
On the way home, pop in for a pint of local ale at The Black Bull at Etal, Northumberland’s only thatched pub. Or let us arrange for dinner to be delivered to you, light the fire, pour yourself a glass of something nice and relax.
Edinburgh is only an hour’s drive 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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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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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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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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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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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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Children and families
Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we’ve pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.
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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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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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Ancestral history research
Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.
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Additional housekeeping
Award yourself a real break and let us provide a pair (or more) of helping hands.
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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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Holiday photography
Family holidays, reunions and honeymoons kindle priceless moments that deserve preserving.
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Wine delivery
Crabtree & Crabtree have teamed up with Corney & Barrow one of the longest established independent Wine Merchants in the UK to offer a bespoke service.
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“We loved having our first holiday with our dog! Lovely home stunning location. Perfect for us.'
Alice & Owen - JULY 2023“Absolutely beautiful property and grounds. Spotlessly clean, everything we needed and lovely welcome pack."
White party - JULY 2023“OMG! Beautiful lodge - everything we needed. What a gem of an estate - so comfy and tastefully done.”
Stock Party - JUNE 2023“Absolutely fabulous cottage. Really enjoyed our stay. loved sitting outside in the sunshine. So peaceful - thank you.”
Corran Family - JUNE 2023“Excellent beautiful cottage, it had everything we need, so peaceful and quiet. Thank you for our welcome hamper - much appreciated.”
Turner Family - APRIL 2023"Beautiful lodge in a fabulous location. Thank you."
Ms Mais - March 2023"Beautiful cosy cottage in a wonderful location. Amazing views, lovely relaxing break."
Mr & Mrs Grice - Feburary"Thank you so much for our lovely stay in your lovely cottage - we were so comfortable and always warm - we had everything we needed."
Mrs Scattergood, December 2022"Just perfect. Monty loved the dog park too - we will definitely be back."
Mrs Bradby, November 2022“Excellent. Very comfortable, well-designed property with a sensibly stocked kitchen. One of the best places we have every stayed at.”
Mr Gorringe, September 2022“It was so lovely at North Lodge - perfect for a solo traveller and her dog. Comfortable, well equipped and peaceful.”
Mrs Flanigan, June 2022“First class cottage. Well equipped and perfect for the dog. Ideal location for places of interest beaches and dog walks.”
Barnfather Party - MAY 2022“Very comfortable as usual, the flowers a lovely touch. We are back in July - see you soon!”
Kirkham Party - May 2022“Beautiful cottage, fabulous grounds, we loved everything and hope to return! One of the best cottages we’ve every stayed in - thank you!
Hockliffe, April 2022“Always love staying here, love the house and the area! We will be back soon."
Hodgson Party - February 2022"We have had an excellent stay. Very comfortable and relaxing."
Mr & Mrs Hall, December 2021"My wife, dog and I rented North Lodge on the Milne Graden Estate for two weeks at the beginning of September. The lodge is phenomenal. It may seem small by room count, but each room more than served its purpose for size. Add to this the large enclosed garden, separate parking space and fabulous view, what more could anyone ask for.
The lodge was spotlessly clean and very well equipped and maintained to a very high standard. Spending two weeks we were given the option for a quick clean midway, which we accepted. The cleaner and gardener were in and out in no time, very pleasant and friendly with it too.
Many a morning we had breakfast on the decked area and used the garden for lounging in the sun reading our books.
The Milne Graden Estate, where the lodge sits, has a few walks of its own, some leading down to the River Tweed and stunning. The roads from the lodge and in the vicinity are nice and wide, very quiet with hardly any traffic, pretty much pothole-free and great for cycling which we did.
Coldstream is approximately 4.5miles away and provides most of the general day-to-day amenities that may be needed. North Lodge’s location is great for sightseeing both English and Scottish attractions of which there were many if you enjoy walking, coastal and town visits etc.
In summary, North Lodge on the Milne Graden Estate is a magnificent lodge, brilliantly listed by Crabtree & Crabtree, exceptionally well maintained and an absolute pleasure to stay at. We would not hesitate to stay there again. 10 out of 10 for the whole experience from booking to staying."
Mr & Mrs Dabrowski, September 2021"Thank you for such a lovely holiday. It was perfect from start to finish. The cottage was beautiful. Clean, spacious, comfortable, well equipped. It’s a very easy place to be in, so pleasant and relaxing. The location is excellent. So many beautiful, dog-friendly beaches close by and a huge selection of supermarkets. The grounds are stunning, with the river so nearby and we had such a giggle in the dog park with our Jack Russell. We were extremely blessed with the sunshine for two weeks, but on a couple of half-days it wasn’t so great, so we just treated ourselves to the beautiful open fire, with endless free logs, and everything else you need to light it, and relaxed. Gorgeous staycation, our best ever, and we hope to return next year."
Mrs Walkden, July 2021"Charming cottage in a beautiful spot! Lovely to see and hear the wildlife. Also the walk down to the river - good location for visiting places of interest."
Felce Family, June 2021"Brilliant! The fire and the fantastic supply of logs was the highlight but everything was very homely and welcoming."
Mr Richardson, September 2020"A thousand thank yous! We have been so happy to be back. So relaxed and comfortable here in North Lodge. Lovely secluded garden. Shame we have to go back. Thank you so much for all you have done under what remain very difficult circumstances and thank you for the gift voucher - a very kind gesture. This is a very special place for us and we look forward to our next visit.”
Mr Clements, September 2020"We have had a wonderful week. Everything was as we expected. We were very pleased to have the enclosed garden - a huge plus - thank you. Excellent accommodation."
Mrs Luffman, September 2020"Beautiful Home - we will be back hopefully in January. Loved the Milne Graden Estate - fantastic for Zulu our Rhodesian Ridgeback."
Miss Walker, August 2020"Very, very good. We really enjoyed North Lodge and immediately felt at home - will highly recommend - to the extent that we have booked again for 2020."
Sadler Party, October 2019Availability
- One dog is welcome and a second dog may be considered on request with a charge of £35 per dog.
- Typical arrival day: Friday, with the additional option of Monday out of high season.
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"The countryside setting on the Milne Graden Estate is beautiful throughout every season."Gina, owner of North Lodge
