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Norham, Northumberland
 

The Boathouse

10
Guests
5
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
Dog Friendly
Please see Amenities section below for more information

Nestled in an idyllic position at the end of a no-through lane on the banks of the River Tweed, The Boathouse boasts magnificent views over the river to the hills beyond with not a road in sight.

With fabulously cosy accommodation, huge open fires and constant entertainment from the ever-changing vista of the river and its inhabitants - ducks, geese, moorhens, herons, and a family of otters to name but a few - this is the perfect rural retreat.

The house is well presented with earthy paint colours, traditional stone fireplaces, slate floors, pure wool carpets, luxurious fabrics and an interesting mixture of contemporary furnishings alongside some classic antique items. One of the highlights of the renovations is the 26' dining room with a fabulous open fire at one end and stunning views over the river - perfect for atmospheric dinner parties.

The house is situated half a mile from the pretty village of Norham, a finalist for England's Favourite Village Award and famous for its imposing Norman castle ruins. The village has a local shop, bakery, two pubs, gunsmith and the celebrated Foreman's Butcher, selling a fantastic selection of meats, pies, local cheeses, wines and even fishing flies.

With fishing on one of the greatest salmon rivers a decent roll cast from the bedroom window, The Boathouse is an ideal base for fishing parties. Fishing on the Boathouse beat in front of the house can be arranged at additional cost.

FISHING ON SITE

Salmon fishing is available (subject to availability) on the The Boathouse & Canny beat on the River Tweed - please email us to find out more. Trout fishing permits can be purchased at RG Foreman butcher in Norham village.

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Property Layout

GROUND FLOOR

Large kitchen with breakfast table (seating 8), dishwasher, microwave, two electric ovens, 4 ring hob, refrigerator, Nespresso machine and Bluetooth speaker.

Boot room with hanging space, additional fridge/freezer and chest freezer.

Large dining room with enormous dining table seating up to 10 guests. The dining room also has an impressive open fire with a pair of stylish throne like chairs.

Snug with seating for four guests and Smart TV.

Drawing room with plentiful seating, impressive open fire and books and games.

Bedroom one with king size bed with large wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table and stunning views of the River Tweed.

En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.

FIRST FLOOR

Bedroom two with four-poster king size bed with large wardrobe, chest of drawers and stunning views of the River Tweed.

En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.

Family bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.

Bedroom three with 3' twin beds, small wardrobe, chest of drawers and stunning views of the River Tweed.

Bedroom four with king size bed, chest of drawers and stunning views of the River Tweed.

En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.

ANNEXE

The annexe is detached from the main house and sits adjacent. There is no additional cost for the use of the annexe. The steps to access the first floor are external stone steps.

GROUND FLOOR

Laundry room with washing machine, tumble dryer, drying rack and ample storage.

FIRST FLOOR

Access is via the steps to the left of the garage. There is no additional cost for the use of the annexe.

Bedroom five with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twins as required, chest of drawers and small wardrobe.

En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.

OUTSIDE

Large, enclosed garden with fabulous views over river, garden furniture and charcoal barbecue.

Private parking for up to 5 cars is available.

Location

Nestled on the south bank of the River Tweed, Norham is a historic gem of the Borderlands. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and filled with echoes of its rich past, the village is home to the impressive ruins of the 12th-century Norham Castle, once beseiged by Robert the Bruce, as well as miles of scenic walking and cycling routes.

Visitors can enjoy the local butcher, bakery, village shop, and traditional pub which is the perfect place to unwind by the fire after a day spent exploring. There's plenty to interest enthusiasts of fishing, walking and history, from the evocative castle ruins to the banks of the salmon-filled River Tweed.

A short journey from Norham will bring you to the Elizabethan walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, where you'll find independent shops, restaurants, and art galleries, as well as fast trains travelling to Edinburgh and London. The attractions of the wider area are also within easy reach, from the scenic Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the fascinating ruined abbeys of the Scottish Borders.

Amenities

    All Amenities

    • Allows babies in arms
      Up to 12 months.
    • Allows children
      1 - 16 years.
    • Barbecue
    • Cot
      A travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
    • Dog friendly
      Three dogs are welcome (£20 fee per dog). Additional dogs may be permitted with prior agreement. We ask that dogs are kept downstairs, out of the bedrooms and off the furniture.
    • Enclosed garden
    • Fishing on site
      Refer to Location tab for further information.
    • Heating
      Oil central heating along with underfloor heating in some parts of the house. There are open fires in the dining room and drawing room.
    • Highchair
    • Linen & towels provided
    • Open fire/ Woodburning stove
      Logs are provided.
    • Outside space
    • Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
    • Wi-Fi
      Hardwired Wi-Fi is available throughout the main house, annexe and fishing hut. Mobile signal is very poor in this area. A landline is provided for emergency calls and incoming calls.

Dog Friendly

Three dogs are welcome (£20 fee per dog). Additional dogs may be permitted with prior agreement. We ask that dogs are kept downstairs, out of the bedrooms and off the furniture.

Important Information

If you do not book fishing as part of your stay, independent fishing guests may access the beat running in front of the property and the fishing hut which is separate to the house and sits to the right. Fishing guests will not require access to the house or grounds so this should not impact on privacy. Please contact us if you have any concerns.

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

Accessibility

Please call a member of the team on 01573 226711 to discuss your requirements.
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For 2026 availability, please call us on 01573 226711
Guests
Max Adults:
10
Max Children:
8
Max Infants:
5
(Children who require a cot)
Maximum number of adults and children is 10
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The Little Things We Love

Enjoying fish and chips from the mobile van while overlooking the River Tweed on a sunny Thursday evening.

Don't take our word for it...

Really glad we discovered The Boathouse and got to know the area. We hope to be back in the future.
Morrell family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We have loved our stay. You have a lovely house in a fabulous location.
Storey family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We had a wonderful week, it is the most beautiful house and the setting is just fantastic​.
McAdam family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We were very pleased with our stay at The Boathouse and hopefully at some point would like to return there. Everything was lovely and clean, bedding, etc. We were very happy and it's a wonderful location.
Marrin family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We had a wonderful time at The Boathouse, the house is lovely and just what we wanted for a family celebration. I would have no hesitation in recommending both Crabtree & Crabtree service and the venue, thank you very much.
Cosens family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

Another heavenly stay at the Boathouse, as always! Huge thanks for another wonderful two weeks in Norham.
Macdougall family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We had a wonderful stay at The Boathouse, to celebrate our golden wedding anniversary. Everything at The Boathouse; the fixtures, fittings and décor added to the experience. We will certainly recommend your property and service,thanks to all concerned for helping to make it a memorable holiday.
Deakin family, 1st April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We all had such a wonderful stay at The Boathouse. The house and fixtures and the annex were beautiful and the views from the windows of the river fabulous. We did not want to come home. We would definitely stay again and would hopefully like to stay next February when the school holidays are confirmed. We would highly recommend The Boathouse. We have stayed in some beautiful properties but we especially liked The Boathouse. Thank you.
Liddle family, 1st April 2024
Morrell family
Really glad we discovered The Boathouse and got to know the area. We hope to be back in the future.
Storey family
We have loved our stay. You have a lovely house in a fabulous location.
McAdam family
We had a wonderful week, it is the most beautiful house and the setting is just fantastic​.
Marrin family
We were very pleased with our stay at The Boathouse and hopefully at some point would like to return there. Everything was lovely and clean, bedding, etc. We were very happy and it's a wonderful location.
Cosens family
We had a wonderful time at The Boathouse, the house is lovely and just what we wanted for a family celebration. I would have no hesitation in recommending both Crabtree & Crabtree service and the venue, thank you very much.
Macdougall family
Another heavenly stay at the Boathouse, as always! Huge thanks for another wonderful two weeks in Norham.
Deakin family
We had a wonderful stay at The Boathouse, to celebrate our golden wedding anniversary. Everything at The Boathouse; the fixtures, fittings and décor added to the experience. We will certainly recommend your property and service,thanks to all concerned for helping to make it a memorable holiday.
Liddle family
We all had such a wonderful stay at The Boathouse. The house and fixtures and the annex were beautiful and the views from the windows of the river fabulous. We did not want to come home. We would definitely stay again and would hopefully like to stay next February when the school holidays are confirmed. We would highly recommend The Boathouse. We have stayed in some beautiful properties but we especially liked The Boathouse. Thank you.
Armitage family
We really enjoyed our second stay at The Boathouse, it was very relaxing and even the rain couldn't spoil our weekend. We found the place to be very well equipped and inviting.
Mr Craven
Our experience at The Boathouse was lovely – a beautiful house, well equipped with great bed linen.
Mr Hall
As always it was very enjoyable and the property is always very well maintained and well prepared.
Buckley family
We had a really wonderful holiday at The Boathouse. It was beautifully decorated and had fantastic views. We thought the layout of the rooms worked really well. We hope to come back!
Thomas family
We had a fantastic week at The Boathouse – absolutely perfect location and lovely, well-equipped house.
Bowden family
The stay there was exceptionally wonderful. Such a beautiful location and the house felt like a real home. This was enforced by finding a brilliantly stocked herb cupboard in which I left a small offering. Such an easy thing to do but always seems so generous to find pepper and salt and other spices etc. Also logs, matches and firelighters. Thank you a real privilege to stay there.
Blackburn family
We had a fabulous time in The Boathouse. It was our second time but with family rather than friends this time. Everything about the house was just perfect.
Langmead family
We had a great time and really enjoyed staying in The Boathouse. Thanks also for organising the fantastic late March weather!! Best wishes and thanks from all 10 of us.
Maguire family
Had a wonderful week at The Boathouse. We had a 10 month old grandson with us which was brilliant. House was fantastic as ever.
Groundwater family
We were a family of ten. I have been before but my two sons and their families had not. Everyone thought it was wonderful, the house, location and stunning countryside. It is an amazing place and even though the weather was not the best, we found lots to do and would definitely like to come back again.
McAdam family
We had a lovely stay at the Boathouse. It is such a beautiful house and fits all our guests so elegantly! Dining room is so beautiful and beds so comfy!"
Blake family
We had another wonderful week at The Boathouse. Delighted, in addition, to have caught fish again!
Gilbert family
We all had a wonderful time location was perfect house was spacious and well equipped. Great time was had by all.
Sherwood family
We loved it…an amazing place to stay for kids, dogs and adults! Hopefully we will be back!
Macfie family
Our stay at the Boathouse was wonderful. The cottage is perfect for a large family/ friends group. It is clean, well equipped, well situated and we had a lovely time. The communication prior to the stay was also very helpful and we will definitely be back in the future.
Hill party
We had a great time at The Boathouse for the second year running. Where better to go for a bit of team isolation. I am sure that we will be back in touch once the post holiday dust has settled and the detox is complete to rebook for next year.
Mrs Stephenson
We enjoyed our time at The Boathouse. Six adults 49-72 in age and one dog (who had a wonderful time!). Fabulous bedding, great views. We were very comfortable and happy with our week away. We have stayed at another property before and will definitely book with Crabtree and Crabtree again.
Laidlaw family
We have had a wonderful time in The Boathouse, thank you. I must say that all of our friends love the house and remarked on how well equipped it was. We have been meeting up in large holiday houses for over over 20 years and The Boathouse is certainly in the top 5. I think we may be back again in the future. After two years of trying to get to The Boathouse it was a joy to be there and back in Norham again.
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