Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Wooler (5.1mls N), Northumberland

Offering spellbinding rural views, this beautifully updated barn conversion makes a fantastic holiday home for four guests and features a relaxing wood burner and original exposed beams in a vaulted ceiling. Providing cosy, fresh and relaxing accommodation for families, couples and friends, the property is set on a working farm with horses, sheep, working dogs and a horse training arena. Surrounded by wonderful countryside, this tranquil retreat is particularly suitable for guests with horses – stabling and grazing can be arranged for up to four horses directly with the owner who also offers livery and horse training.

This refreshing, bright and airy property features a spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with high ceilings, exposed beams, French doors, skylights and an array of original artwork. A cosy wood burner sits in the central floor-to-ceiling fireplace which divides the room. The relaxing lounge is a perfect space to unwind with a movie or a favourite book, while the delightful dining area is ideally situated close to the fully equipped kitchen.

Exploring further, the barn conversion has a stylish bathroom and two light bedrooms decorated in warm neutral tones: a pretty twin room overlooks the training arena, and the king-size room features a large arched window overlooking the garden. Outside, the garden features stunning views towards the Cheviot Hills, and is enclosed by gates at each end. There are two lawn areas and a patio with outdoor furniture, ideal for dining alfresco.

The picturesque town of Wooler (5 miles) has an excellent choice of shops, pubs and restaurants and makes a great base for exploring the northern reaches of the beautiful Northumberland National Park. The stunning Northumberland Coast AONB is less than 20 miles away, and other local attractions include Chillingham Castle (3 miles), Alnwick Castle, the Alnwick Garden and Linhope Spout Waterfall (all within 14 miles). The Toddles (sleeps 4) and Grey Mare Cottage (sleeps 2) are located close together and can be booked in combination, making them ideal for extended families or friends holidaying side by side, with space for up to 6 guests in total.