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Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens

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The front of Clayton Cottage in Northumberland
Lounge with smart TV, real fire and view over the hills
Lounge through to dining room
Living area
Smart TV, superfast broadband, and real fire

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens

Clayton Cottage is a real home from home, nestled in the tiny village of Howtel in a row of 10 traditional cottages, on a minor country road. All you can see from the front is rolling hills!

We have made sure that you have everything you need for your special self-catering cottage holiday, including wifi, local information leaflets of places to visit, books and maps.

Families are very welcome and there's so much to do and see locally, with castles at both Ford and Etal just 5 minutes away. We're happy for you to bring one well behaved dog.

Three bedrooms upstairs; double, twin and small single. Modern bathroom downstairs with bath and shower and lovely open plan lounge/dining area, with smart TV, real fire, settees, and a great view. Kitchen and utility has all you need and although the cottage has heating, we also make sure you have wood and coal for the real fire stove if desired.

Clayton Cottage is situated right on the edge of the Cheviot Hills, so the views are spectacular and you can walk in any direction straight from the cottage. The local farm is well maintained and quiet - apart from the odd sheep in the fields around us!

If you're looking for a quiet get-away, in a truly rural setting, then look no further.

We also use our little cottage regularly, so it's kept in tip top condition. For your safety we've fitted double hand rails on the stairs, thermostatic shower and smoke and CO2 alarms. (No smoking please.)

There a private and fenced rear garden and off road parking to the rear. BBQ and garden furniture provided.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Families are welcome at our cottage.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

One well behaved dog :-)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sorry - no smoking please.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8118407
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cornhill on Tweed

Located in Cornhill on Tweed, this cottage is in a rural area. Lady Waterford Hall and Etal Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hirsel Golf Club and Goswick Links Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Heatherslaw Light Railway and Home Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Milfield, Northumberland

Getting around

  • Berwick-Upon-Tweed Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Maelmin
  • The Lavender Tearooms
  • Collingwood Arms Hotel
  • Mad Hattets
  • Red Lion Inn

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely quiet cottage overlooking the Cheviot Hills, real fire, private gardens located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Heatherslaw Light Railway, Lady Waterford Hall, and Flodden Battlefield. Home Park and Pennine Way are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a lovely, well-appointed cottage with everything we needed for the week.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice views and overall nice area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean. Great choice of nearby attractions within 20 mins
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback. Do come and stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely well equipped cottage in a beautiful area. There is plenty to do in the local area from beautiful countryside and beaches to historic houses and castles. The kitchen is compact but well equipped. The beds though could be improved with new mattresses as they are a little lumpy, especially in the twin room but this would not put us of returning in the future. There is a small private garden which is useful for BBQs. Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We will get the mattresses updated and you’d be very welcome to stay again. It is a beautiful area with so much to see and do
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs S Brown

A lovely break for us all a well equipped cottage
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

We have all had a great time,lovely cottage, everything you needed. Scenery from cottage was amazing, overall we have had a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Thanks for your feedback! Do visit again sometime, Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Wonderful well equiped cottage with great neighbours.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
We’re so happy that you enjoyed your week at our cottage. We hope to see you again. Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return visit

This is our second visit, perfectly situated for exploring the area. Love the private garden and very well equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2023
We’re so happy you visited our cottage again and had a lovely time. Thank you for letting us know :-)
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Clayton Cottage Review

We had a great week at this lovely, clean, well equipped and cosy cottage. Well placed for touring around North Northumberland- Cheviot Hills, beaches and Scottish Borders. WiFi at cottage was good and consistent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
We're delighted you had a great time touring this beautiful area and hope you can visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Explore Northumberland

A traditional farm cottage, tastefully updated. Convenient access to many places of interest, whether wet or dry weather.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We do hope you will visit again soon. Liz and Simon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This cottage had everything we needed and was perfect for our family. The rooms were clean, warm and very comfortable; the kitchen was well equipped and the garden was perfect for us and our dog. The location is stunning and ideal as a base from which to explore. Would have no hesitation in recommending this property and would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
We are so happy that you’ve enjoyed your stay in our little cottage. You'd be most welcome to stay again. Thank you for the feedback. Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Northumbria

Lovely home from home whilst walking the St Cuthbert's way. Had all we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Thank you for your comments. We also enjoy local walks and have walked some of St Cuthbert's Way. You'd be welcome to visit again! Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super away-from-it-all cottage

A fabulous place to stay. Within easy reach of all of Northumberland's many attractions. Really quiet to relax, without light pollution to view the stars on a clear night. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge and lovely comfy beds, with soft pillows for a great night's sleep. Great view from the lounge and bedroom windows.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Beautiful cottage with stunning views. Had everything we needed. Shed was perfect for the bikes. Weather meant we didn't make full use of the garden, but was great to have the option
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2024
Thanks Katherine. The one thing we can’t influence is the weather ;-) but we’re delighted you all had a good time. Please visit again, best wishes, Liz & Simon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Lovely holiday location for exploring Northumberland. Cottage well equipped for self-catering holiday. Well fenced garden for dogs/ children but note that it is not attached to house (across a very quiet access lane). Did I mention the view?!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Thank you for your lovely comments. We’re so pleased that you enjoyed our little ‘hide away’. Please do visit again. Simon & Liz x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A COVID-safe home from home

We rented this cottage for a week so we could visit family that we hadn't been able to see for almost 2 years. We were a little nervous about how COVID-safe it would be, but the owners and caretakers had thought of everything and we felt right at home. The location is beautiful, the neighbours are friendly and the garden is wonderful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you for leaving us this review. Our caretakers really are fantastic! Your recommendation is appreciated. Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and comfortable

The property was well equipped and located in a very beautiful, peaceful setting. It was essential to have a car for days out and shopping as Howtel is basically a row of house and some farm buildings, but parking was fine and it was a short drive to local attractions. The area has lots of great options for days out - great beaches, historic towns - and the Scottish border is very close so it's easy to pop to Edinburgh for the day. The property owners were very helpful and we had a lovely week. Can recommend if you want somewhere to recharge your batteries and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your comments, we're delighted to hear you enjoyed the stay. It is indeed a quiet little hamlet, so a car is needed. Lots to do and visit locally. Do visit again, Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Cosy, immaculately clean cottage with lovely little touches which made it welcoming. Well equipped with beautuful garden at the rear and stunning view of the Cheviot hills at the front. Car parking space a bit of a squeeze but layby just up the road was large and safe to park in. Close to Ford and Etal, delightful castles and old, quaint villages. Easy 30 minute journey to closest beach at Spittal. John, the caretaker and his wife Anne next door but one. Super helpful and friendly. Wonderful stay and would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thanks for taking the time to review our cottage. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay. John and Anne really are the most lovely caretakers for us. Best wishes, Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

hidden treasure

A perfect stay set in a lovely quiet valley. The cottage had everything you could possibly need and was very comfortable. The garden was private and a quiet place to sit with only natures call to listen to. Although we were in the middle of the countryside we felt secure in the knowledge that the caretaker was only 2 doors away if we had any unexpected problems. The position of the cottage was perfect for us, being a stones throw from the countryside, the sea and just down the road from Scotland. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. You are welcome back anytime. Kind regards, Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hideaway

We found this cottage to be perfect and ideal for our family's needs. Everything was clean when we arrived and in working order. If you are wanting to get away from everything this cottage is for you. The views are stunning not only when driving to and from the cottage, but also when you wake up in the main bedroom. We found the location to be perfect for us and it was nice to not only explore Northumberland but also pop over the boarder to Scotland. Communication with the owners have been brilliant, it was also reassuring to know the caretakers of the property live on the same row of houses. We would love to return to this property in the future. Thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted you enjoyed the cottage and local area. You'd be most welcome to stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great base for wonderful week

We're just heading off after an amazing week and wanted to thank you for creating such a welcoming holiday home. The property was cost and welcoming with everything we needed. Over the week we visited Holy Island, Hadrian's Wall, Cragside, Edinburgh, Coldstream, Seahouses, Berwick Upon Tweed, waterfalls, steam trains and various beaches.. we even found a country fair. Can recommend the Red Lion, the fishmonger in Seahouses and butcher in Wooler. We've left a board game.. Throw Throw Burrito.. in the cupboard. On reflection we aren't the right family for it as it usually ends in tears, injuries or both. We hope it brings future visitors less stress and more fun! We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Thank you for your lovely comments. Please do come and stay again! Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home in Northumberland

We arrived to find a lovely, clean and so comfy cottage with absolutely everything we needed. There was even ice in the freezer for our first G n T! Beautiful rural location, the only sounds of sheep, cows and birdsong. So quiet at night so the best sleep in a very comfortable bed. Loads of drawers and storage for everything you need for your holiday too. Location perfect for exploring beautiful Northumberland, castles, beaches, history and very friendly people. Masses of walking too. Loved the beach at Bamburgh, so did the dogs! Great Sunday lunch in Wooler, we had the small option and that was more than enough! Fabulous fish lunch in Seahouses in the Ship, really old pub and hotel. You will not go hungry in Northumberland. Lunch at Adam and Eve was delicious using all local produce too. Even went to a local butcher in Kelso to buy haggis for dinner! We didn’t eat out in the evening, easier for us to lunch with dogs. Also there were so many dog friendly pubs and shops it was great. Certainly somewhere we would love to return to, thank you Simon and Liz for creating a home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
We’re so pleased you enjoyed our cottage and the locality! We hope you’ll return soon. x
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jayne W.

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Howtel cottage

Quiet area which was lovely and peaceful. Quite a drive to nearest village Wooler which had a co-op. Pubs there were hit and miss. One shut as coolers broke, one served food which was limited and not nice and other no food. Really wanted to go out and have nice meals. The property was not bad, but description did not say downstairs bathroom nor that the stairs are the steepest ever, with handrails so wasn’t a problem for me as took time but my elderly mum who needs to go toilet in the night really struggled and slept downstairs last 2 nights and we came home a day early as she was frightened of falling. It really was steep! The garden is enclosed but didn’t say it was across a back alley where the cottage residents park and although traffic was minimal, I had to pick my dog up and carry to garden. WiFi was hit and miss. Brought my firestick which I downloaded some films and it was buffering so didn’t watch anything but the free view. Cottage was dated and lots of cobwebs around fireplace and back of tv. But otherwise ok. I would not have chosen this cottage if I was aware of the stairs and garden as it was a constant worry.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
We always value feedback from our guests and do what we can to make little improvements. Unfortunately it would appear you hadn’t seen the recommendations for several lovely local places to eat and visit, within our joining information. The bathroom is described as downstairs on both VRBO and our own website, but we will see if it’s possible to make that any clearer on the next update. We have also asked our lovely caretakers to double-clean behind the TV and inside the open fireplace. Kind regards, Simon & Liz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Northumberland

Lovely cosy property - really enjoyed our stay…Many thanks…
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet stay near the cheviots/border

A really pleasant house on a quiet road with delightful views. Very relaxing place to stay - all the things you need (bath, shower, washing machine, tv etc) and really close the hills, coast and borders towns...
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Simon & Liz Rowland

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We love to visit our Northumberland cottage whenever we get chance. Our 3 children also love it in Northumberland and as a family we've had some fantastic walks on the beaches and hills, visited some ancient castles, enjoyed stunning views and eaten in lovely pubs and restaurants - all close by.

We've made it a home from home, so we think you'll enjoy your stay too!!

Why they chose this property

We had stayed several times in the holiday cottage next door and when we saw our cottage for sale we couldn't resist it. The views of the Cheviot Hills from the cottage are amazing and its sunny position and private garden just sealed it for us.

We live in a village ourselves so wanted a quiet location for our holiday cottage too.

Northumberland is simply beautiful, and the walks along the beaches at Bamburgh (only 30 minutes away) or the Cheviot Hills (from the front door of Clayton Cottage) are amazing.

What makes this property unique

Clayton Cottage is in a quiet rural setting, overlooking the Cheviot Hills. There's off road parking and secure private gardens. Also a lockable large shed if you are taking bikes.

At night the stars are amazing!! There is no light pollution and therefore the Milky Way is clearly visible and an amazing sight...And in January 2016 we even saw the Northern Lights!

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