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Home | Properties | The Old Byre at West Moneylaws
Cornhill-on-Tweed, Northumberland
 

The Old Byre at West Moneylaws

4
Guests
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
Dog Friendly
Please see Amenities section below for more information

A stylishly converted cow shed in a hard-to-beat rural location with private hot tub use.

Set in rolling Northumbrian countryside near Cornhill-on-Tweed, The Old Byre delivers the peace of a truly rural setting while also packing an interior design punch. Known as the first and last village in England, Cornhill sits on the border with Scotland where it follows the River Tweed, bordered by the Cheviot Hills to the south. This setting ensures that The Old Byre is remote enough to deliver a sense of blissful rural isolation while also being close enough to Cornhill to easily pick up provisions and enjoy a pint in the village shop and Collingwood Arms Hotel.

As the name suggests, this freshly converted property was once a byre, or cowshed, that formed part of the farm steading that sat on this prime spot of pastoral land. Together with its adjoining sister property, The Stables, The Old Byre has benefitted from an impressive transformation from a tumbledown stone outbuilding to a rustic-chic holiday cottage with a lust-worthy location.

The single-storey former shed now sports a smart granite roof and galvanised window and door frames set into the original stone walls. The large open-plan kitchen and living area, topped by timber trusses with an exposed stone wall at one end, forms the hub of the house and sets the rustic-cum-industrial chic design tone for the property. Flagstone floors, a wood burner, a smart matt grey country kitchen, contemporary artworks and a galvanised steel, timber and leather dining table and chairs make this a stylish yet welcoming country escape. And, to top it off, sliding doors lead from the living area to a raised platform with a secluded hot tub.

The Old Byre further features a utility room and two en-suite bedrooms, which combine rough-hewn stone walls and exposed timber trusses with homely throws and prints of Highland cattle and hares. One of the bedrooms features a king size bed while the other is set up with twin beds, which can be configured as a king size bed, and both bathrooms benefit from walk-in showers with tropical rainforest showerheads

Finally, guests staying at The Old Byre enjoy access to a separate games room (shared with guests of The Stables) with a pool table, football table and darts board. And, just a few hundred yards from the house, there’s a pretty pond teeming with ducks and wildlife.

Only slightly further afield, there’s walking and biking galore in the Cheviot Hills, fishing on the River Tweed, historic castles to visit at Norham, Ford and Etal, and the nearby Battlefield of Flodden to explore.

For larger groups who wish to holiday together, The Old Byre can be let in conjunction with The Stables, which adjoins the property and sits in the same ownership.

Special Offers

Up to 25% discount for holidays taken between 04 Jan 2025 and 28 Feb 2025 minimum of 3 nights maximum of 28 nights
Up to 15% discount for holidays taken between 01 Mar 2025 and 28 Mar 2025 minimum of 3 nights maximum of 28 nights

Property Layout

GROUND FLOOR

Access into an open plan living/dining/kitchen area comprising:

Kitchen with electric oven, Neff five burner gas hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer. Separate utility room with Belfast sink and washing machine. A dryer can be made available to guests on request in an external store. Dining space seating 4-6 guests.

Sitting room with three sofas, raised wood burning stove, Smart TV.

Bedroom one with zip and link beds which can be configured to twin beds or a super king.

En suite bathroom with large walk-in shower with rainforest head and separate mixer, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

Bedroom two with king size bed, wardrobe, side tables, chest of drawers, dressing table, Velux with black-out blind.

En suite bathroom with large walk-in shower with rainforest head and separate mixer, heated towel rail, basin and WC. 

OUTSIDE

There is a small inner courtyard with patio which can be accessed from the open plan living area. There is a raised deck to the rear (12 steps up) which is enclosed and leads to the hot tub. A table and seating for up to 4 guests is available for use. As a new development, some of the surrounding landscaping is yet to become fully established and some planting work is still in progress.

There is a Games Room - named Cundy Barn - in the courtyard, which has a pool table, football table, air hockey table, and darts board, and is shared with the adjoining Stables holiday let.

There is a hot tub at the property - pool rules apply. This sits to the rear of the property on a raised deck accessed by 12 steps. This has a security rail but children must be closely supervised at all times in this area. Important – please note that the hot tub needs daily testing and will require attendance by the owner or one of the property team to check the PH levels. Privacy will be respected but this is essential for health & safety purposes. If guests are not agreeable to daily checks, then regrettably the hot tub will be removed from use for the duration of the stay. Please contact us if you have any concerns.

There is private parking to the side of the property.

Location

Located on the northern edge of Northumberland, the pretty village of Cornhill-on-Tweed is an ideal base for exploring both the North of England and South of Scotland. There's plenty to interest enthusiasts of fishing, hiking, and history, from the evocative castle ruins of nearby Norham to the banks of the salmon-filled River Tweed.

Cornhill-on-Tweed is home to a village shop, a café, and an excellent pub. The surrounding countryside is perfect for walkers and cyclists with mile upon mile of scenic trails available. The village of Coldstream, just across the River Tweed, is also on hand with a broader range of shops, galleries, and restaurants.

For day trips, the historic market towns of Berwick-upon-Tweed and Kelso are within easy reach. The hills and cliffs of the Northumberland National Park and Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are perfect for days spent exploring beautiful beaches and historic sites, while the dramatic abbeys and Reiver towers which are dotted throughout the Scottish Borders are equally fascinating.

Amenities

    All Amenities

    • Allows babies in arms
      Up to 12 months.
    • Allows children
      1 - 16 years.
    • Cot
      A travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
    • Dog friendly
      Two well-behaved dogs are welcome (£15 fee per dog), however they must be kept off the furniture and out of the bedrooms. The area around West Moneylaws is farmland therefore dogs should be kept on leads when out and about.
    • Enclosed garden
    • Games room
    • Hairdryer
      A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
    • Heating
      There is gas underfloor heating throughout.
    • Highchair
    • Hot tub/outside bath
    • Linen & towels provided
      Duvets and pillows are duck down but hypo-allergenic can be accommodated on request.
    • Open fire/ Woodburning stove
    • Outside space
    • Snooker/Pool table
    • Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi is available with good speeds. Mobile reception can be variable but this improves outside.

Dog Friendly

Two well-behaved dogs are welcome (£15 fee per dog), however they must be kept off the furniture and out of the bedrooms. The area around West Moneylaws is farmland therefore dogs should be kept on leads when out and about.

Important Information

The hot tub is being serviced on the 21st March 2025 and will be unavailable for use for the day for any guests staying at the property during this time. To compensate for this, guests affected will receive a £20 discount on their stay. This will be applied after booking.

There are five properties in the overall development, which is a mix of holiday lets and residential. The rear aspect and deck with hot tub is not overlooked and offers guest privacy.

It is important to note that there is a high raised deck to the rear with hot tub and children must be closely supervised at all times. There is a large duck pond a few hundred yards from the property and again, supervision is essential around this area.

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:
4
Max Children:
3
Max Infants:
2
(children that require a cot)
Maximum number of adults and children is 4
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The Little Things We Love

The Old Byre is perfectly placed to enjoy the best of rural England and Scotland.

Don't take our word for it...

We had the best time at The Old Byre at West Moneylaws. The cottage was even more than we expected, the welcome pack was very generous including a bottle of wine. There was no expense spared in this cottage. The quality provided everywhere including provisions left in food cupboards too. Although, temperatures were typical for November, the hot tub was used and enjoyed! We can confidently recommend The Old Byre to anyone for a lovely holiday break, whether you just want to chill at the cottage as there is also, a large games room adjacent or visit the beautiful surrounding area including the beautiful Bamburgh Castle.
Richardson family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

My daughter and I had the most fabulous time at West Moneylaws. The Old Byre was top notch and we felt very much at home there. Everything was perfect . Many thanks.
Ms Campbell, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

The cottage is wonderful and we have enjoyed our stay. Thank you so much!
Ms Winfield, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We've had a fantastic week, The Old Byre was everything we hoped for and more. Peaceful and tranquil location, yet close enough to the fabulous beaches and Cheviot hills. The girls loved the games room, and the hot tub was the icing on the cake.
Rogan family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

Thank you for a wonderful week at The Old Byre. The property is beautiful with lots of touches to make a perfect home from home. The log fire, games room and hot tub were particular highlights.
Mrs Teate, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

Thank you for a wonderful week at The Old Byre. The property is beautiful with lots of touches to make a perfect home from home. The log fire, games room and hot tub were particular highlights.
Mrs Carlisle, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

The hot tub was a fantastic experience in freezing weather with views of the stars. The property was excellent - the wood fire was like the old days. A brilliant three-day stay not to be forgotten.
Ms Waite, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

Wow! Wow! Wow! The Old Byre is amazing. We had a fantastic week, everything you need has been thought of, so cosy and warm (the underfloor heating is brilliant), and beds and linen were beautiful and a bit of luxury. We will definitely be back.
Mr Miller, 2nd April 2024
Richardson family
We had the best time at The Old Byre at West Moneylaws. The cottage was even more than we expected, the welcome pack was very generous including a bottle of wine. There was no expense spared in this cottage. The quality provided everywhere including provisions left in food cupboards too. Although, temperatures were typical for November, the hot tub was used and enjoyed! We can confidently recommend The Old Byre to anyone for a lovely holiday break, whether you just want to chill at the cottage as there is also, a large games room adjacent or visit the beautiful surrounding area including the beautiful Bamburgh Castle.
Ms Campbell
My daughter and I had the most fabulous time at West Moneylaws. The Old Byre was top notch and we felt very much at home there. Everything was perfect . Many thanks.
Ms Winfield
The cottage is wonderful and we have enjoyed our stay. Thank you so much!
Rogan family
We've had a fantastic week, The Old Byre was everything we hoped for and more. Peaceful and tranquil location, yet close enough to the fabulous beaches and Cheviot hills. The girls loved the games room, and the hot tub was the icing on the cake.
Mrs Teate
Thank you for a wonderful week at The Old Byre. The property is beautiful with lots of touches to make a perfect home from home. The log fire, games room and hot tub were particular highlights.
Mrs Carlisle
Thank you for a wonderful week at The Old Byre. The property is beautiful with lots of touches to make a perfect home from home. The log fire, games room and hot tub were particular highlights.
Ms Waite
The hot tub was a fantastic experience in freezing weather with views of the stars. The property was excellent - the wood fire was like the old days. A brilliant three-day stay not to be forgotten.
Mr Miller
Wow! Wow! Wow! The Old Byre is amazing. We had a fantastic week, everything you need has been thought of, so cosy and warm (the underfloor heating is brilliant), and beds and linen were beautiful and a bit of luxury. We will definitely be back.
Ms Dorrington
Our second time back within a month. What a fabulous place. I love this cottage and the owners have done an exceptional job for both cottages. We've had a fabulous few days and love it so much. We will be back again. Just such a fabulous beautiful place.
Mr Marsden
As per our previous stay in December, the property is excellent and the hot tub is memorable. We love the walks, castles, roads and countryside around Northumberland.
Cameron family
A fantastic week in a very comfortable cottage. We left feeling very relaxed and rested. Thank you!
Mr & Mrs Leahy
Holiday cottage perfection - long walks, a lovely welcome from black labradors, and a hot tub under the stars. What is not to love?
Garner family
We couldn't have chosen a nicer place than her for my 50th! Stunning place, we didn't want to leave, everything was so warm and comfortable. Lovely to meet the owners, we will be booking again. Thank you for everything.
Williamson family
Beautifully renovated property in an idyllic setting. If there is anything the owners haven't thought of then we didn't notice! We are bound to return, thank you!
Mr & Mrs Baird
Stunning cottage with amazing attention to detail throughout and centrally located to explore Northumberland and surrounding areas. The hot tub and terrace were ideal for relaxing and the games room was an added bonus. We will definitely be back.
Mr & Mrs White
Simply a fantastic stay! We loved it so much that we've booked a second stay. Can't wait to return!
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