The Hemmel Tarset

The Hemmel is a barn conversion we finished in 2019. It's near Tarset in Northumberland, on the quiet road between Bellingham and Kielder Water. You're right in the Northumberland National Park here.

It sleeps six, in three bedrooms. They all have their own bathrooms, which people seem to like. The ceilings are high and there are big bi-fold doors that open onto the patio. The view from there is just fields and hills. It's very quiet.

Because it's a modern conversion, things like the kitchen work well. It has a dishwasher and a washing machine. There's underfloor heating. We've also put in an electric vehicle charger. The entrance is wheelchair accessible and there's a wet room on the ground floor.

The stairs are fine, not too steep. We can provide a cot and highchair if needed. Bedding and towels are included. You can bring two dogs.

It's one of three properties on site. You can book them all together if you've got a bigger group. We run a working farm here, so you might hear sheep or see tractators going past. That's just normal for here.

Bellingham is about five miles away. It has a couple of pubs, a Co-op, and some cafes. For a bigger shop, you'd go to Hexham. The closest pub to the cottage is about a mile and three quarters down the lane.

You're really here for the landscape. Kielder Water is about a 20-minute drive. It's massive. You can hire bikes, go walking, or try some watersports. Because it's a Dark Sky Park, the stars at night are incredible. You don't need any special equipment, just look up.

You can drive to the Northumberland coast in under an hour. Places like Bamburgh and Alnwick are good for a day out. Hadrian's Wall is closer, maybe 40 minutes. The Scottish Borders are also just a short drive north.

Useful links for planning: Northumberland National Park and Visit Kielder.