Looking to book a holiday cottage in Northumberland?  Find a great selection of Northumbrian holiday homes on Country Cottages Online.  Choose from rural retreats, countryside escapes, coastal retreats, dog-friendly rentals, luxury cottages in Northumberland and more.  Enjoy Northumbria in Northern England from a cosy holiday cottage.
 

Why Rent a Holiday Cottage in Northumberland?

Northumberland offers stunning natural landscapes to discover on holiday; including Northumberland National Park with its rolling hills including the Simonside Hills and Cheviot Hills, forests and rugged wild moors.  Also well worth exploring is Northumberland’s Coast National Landscape with its beautiful sandy beaches and pretty fishing villages.  The whole area is a haven for wildlife and lovers of nature.

The Northumbrian region is also renowned for its dark skies, and as such, is a great place to enjoy star gazing on holiday.

The Northumbrian landscape is rich in heritage too with historical castles such as Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle (where a Harry Potter film was set) and Warkworth Castle dotted throughout the county and Hadrian’s Wall Roman forts dotted along the landscape.

Add to this fascinating market towns, and pretty villages and fascinating unique attractions like Holy Island of Lindisfarne and it’s easy to see that Northumberland has lots to offer visitors for self-catering breaks.

Renting a holiday home in Northumberland can be a great alternative to hotel accommodation, and can often prove more budget-friendly.  Self-catering rentals can be particularly appealing to holidaymakers looking for that cosy home from home feel; many of the properties in the area are stone-built with ample rural charm, and features like open fires and garden views.  Gain more privacy and space at a holiday rental, and look out for cottages with their own garden and a pets welcome policy.  Many holiday homes in Northumberland are pet-friendly nowadays.

Best Things to Do in Northumberland on a Self-Catering Break

•    Enjoy walking and hiking in the National Park. With acres and acres of stunning countryside to explore what could be better? Look out for local wildlife enroute.  Many of the forts and historic attractions of Hadrian's Wall are within the park so you can combine the enjoyment of walking the Hadrian’s Wall Path with a visit to a historical site.

•    Visit one of Northumberland’s charming market towns such as Alnwick with its castle that featured in a Harry Potter film, and visit the lovely gardens.  Alnwick plays host to an international music festival each year too.  Hexham too with its abbey and annual book festival is worth a visit whilst enjoying a self-catering holiday in the Northumbrian region.

•    Visit the Farne Islands and look out for puffins, seals and interesting birds.  Remember to bring your binoculars!
 
•    Popular seaside villages to visit on holiday include Seahouses and Craster with its picturesque charm and seafood.  Try your hand at adventure activities like sailing, surfing or kayaking along the coast.  Fishing is possible locally too!

Want more ideas and inspiration?  Read our guide to Northumberland for cottage breaks.

Book the Best Holiday Cottage in Northumberland for you

Enjoy looking through the selection of Northumberland holiday cottages on Country Cottages Online.  There are dog friendly cottages, 5 star luxury cottages, romantic cottages to rent, barn conversions, log cabins, converted farmhouses and even cottages with pools to suit you.  Find rentals from independent owners, as well as from holiday cottage agencies.  There is lots of choice, whether you are a couple searching for a small holiday cottage, a family looking for a budget break or a group of friends looking for a larger holiday house.

Choose a stay in a seaside cottage on the beautiful Northumberland coast or instead find a rural retreat, deep in the Northumbrian countryside, the choice is yours.