Belsay Annex Wing, Belsay

Northumberland. Sleeps up to 10

Belsay Annex Wing is set within a 13th century, historic country mansion, set within tranquil surroundings and beautifully-kept gardens, it makes the perfect home away from home for those in search of a truly relaxing break. While guests will feel a million miles away from any hustle and bustle, there are a huge variety of interesting and exciting attractions within easy reaching distance, including the wonderful Northumberland coastline and the lively city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Belsay Annex Wing can comfortably accommodate up to ten guests, for those in larger groups it is possible to rent Belsay Tower House which can sleep twenty guests or the entire Estate which can sleep up to thirty. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation which comprises of a lounge with cosy log burner and a modern, fully-equipped kitchen. Each of the five bedrooms boasts en-suite facilities, the first of the bedrooms is situated on the ground floor while the remaining four are upstairs. Three of the bedrooms can be set up with twin beds on a request basis.

Outside, guests staying in the Anne Wing have access to a private courtyard which offers a stylish area ideal for a lazy barbecue after an action-packed day spent exploring Northumberland. The Ancient tree lined drive is a kilometre long so there is great privacy and uninterrupted views.

Belsay Annex Wing is situated within beautiful Northumberland countryside, close to the villages of Bolam and Belsay, where helpful amenities including a post office and coffee shop can be found. There is plenty to see, do and explore within the immediate area including Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens, owned by English Heritage and Wallington House, owned by the National Trust, both make for lovely days out and are less than 15-minutes away. The whole family will enjoy a visit to Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens, home to over one hundred species of animals including lemurs, meerkats, wallabies and monkeys and just 15-minutes from home.

Belsay Annex Wing makes a fabulous choice for those simply wanting to enjoy the great outdoors, being surrounded by countryside, there is plenty of brilliant walking opportunities as well as cycling routes and bridleways. Bolam Lake Country Park has lakeside walks, woodland tracks, open grassed areas for all to enjoy making it perfect for picnics and is just 5-minutes away.

Further afield, Alnwick Castle is just 50-minutes away and is a must-visit for any Harry Potter fans while the iconic Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman's biggest British building project that still dominates the county's landscape almost 2,000 years after it was built, is just an hour away. For beach bums, Northumberland’s coastline is truly stunning, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it stretches for 40 miles and is a must-visit, Bamburgh Castle, Druridge Bay, Holy Island and the Farne Islands are all spots we recommend exploring. The coastline can be reached in less than 40-minutes from Belsay Annex Wing.

For those who prefer a little more hustle and bustle, the vibrant city of Newcastle is less than a 30-minute car journey away from the house, here visitors will enjoy excellent shopping and fantastic bars and restaurants. Newcastle Airport is just 20-minutes away, making Belsay an accessible base, ideal for a reunion of friends or family.