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Living room | Whitelee Farm - Birch Cottage, Byrness Village, nr. Otterburn
Dining Area | Whitelee Farm - Birch Cottage, Byrness Village, nr. Otterburn
Kitchen | Whitelee Farm - Birch Cottage, Byrness Village, nr. Otterburn
Four Poster bedroom | Whitelee Farm - Birch Cottage, Byrness Village, nr. Otterburn

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Birch Cottage- 15841

Explore the Roman wall, Lindisfarne, Alnwick Castle, Kielder Forest Park and the Scottish Borders with wildlife in abundance.. Ground Floor:

Living room: Sky, DVD Player, CD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner

Dining room.

Kitchen: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and 100mb fibre-optic Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for multi-fuel burner included. Cot and highchair available on request.. Small enclosed garden with garden furniture. 7kw EV fast charging point for electric vehicles. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring.. Birch Cottage has a multi-fuel burner for a warm and welcoming interior, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring. Relax amid spectacular and dramatic scenery in this gloriously unspoilt part of Northumberland. Lying within the Northumberland National Park and enjoying panoramic views over Whitelee Fell National Nature Reserve, the cottages are former shepherd’s cottages on the owner’s sheep farm, renovated to a very good standard and retaining lots of character. Oak Cottage and Birch Cottage have beamed living room ceilings and all three have inglenook fireplaces with multi-fuel stoves for a warm and cosy atmosphere as well as power showers in the bathroom. There are wildlife cameras which feed live pictures direct to the flatscreen TV in each cottage, so you can watch barn owls, badgers and other wildlife. The area is rich in wildlife and ideal for walkers. Whitelee Farm is an idyllic base for exploring the Roman wall, Lindisfarne, Alnwick Castle, Kielder Forest Park and the Scottish borders. Newcastle and Edinburgh are within an easy drive. Shopping in Otterburn and Jedburgh, both 15 minutes away.

Birch Cottage can be booked together with Oak Cottage (16498) and Rowan Cottage (80119) to accommodate up to 13 people.

Free WiFi



Suitable for up to 3 pets

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 3 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, this cottage is in a rural area. Northumberland National Park and Cross Borders Drove Road reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jedforest Deer & Farm Park and Woodside Garden Centre. Heart of Hawick and Kielder Observatory are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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Bryness, near Otterburn

What's nearby

  • Northumberland National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Floors Castle - 39 min drive - 45.3 km
  • Kielder Water and Forest Park - 43 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Cragside - 46 min drive - 57.5 km
  • Vindolanda - 58 min drive - 77.5 km

Getting around

  • Carlisle (CAX) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Whippy - ‬5 min drive
  • The Coffee Maker

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Cottage- 15841 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Birch Cottage- 15841?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birch Cottage- 15841 on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$195, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Birch Cottage- 15841?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Birch Cottage- 15841?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch Cottage- 15841?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birch Cottage- 15841 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Northumberland National Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Jedforest Deer & Farm Park and Mary Queen of Scots House. Jedburgh Abbey is 12.4 mi (20 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debs Lucas-Byrne

Wonderful hosts, beautiful cottage, home from home.

Wonderful hosts, beautiful cottage, home from home. Lots of walks & beautiful, scenic views. Not suitable for people with walking difficulties
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clare Clark

Really enjoyable my 2 night break in Birch cottage.

Really enjoyable my 2 night break in Birch cottage. Very comfy. The greyhounds loved it. Very friendly hosts and pleasure to meet you both. Would definitely stay again and recommend.Lovely scenic position and just off the A68.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barry Marriott

The nearest amenities are some distance away, so for people who may be used to just nipping out to t

The nearest amenities are some distance away, so for people who may be used to just nipping out to the shop for something, you need to plan. But the remoteness of the location suited us
Verified

8/10 Good

Rowan S.

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

Pleasant stay

Lovely cosy cottage, very warm and great to have coal fire burning when we arrived - thank you! Only feedback is could have done with a few more plates and bowls and perhaps a couple of firelighters.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Hines

We regularly visit Northumberland and love the area.

We regularly visit Northumberland and love the area. Birch cottage being just south of Carter Bar was ideal for us as we also visited relatives in the Scottish Borders. This is an excellent location for visiting this Beautiful rural area , the cottage had all the amenities we required and the local bird life was lovely to see. The owners were friendly and welcoming. We will happily rebook if available when we plan our trips next year .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aston Goundry

Our family really enjoyed staying here.

Our family really enjoyed staying here.We arrived late to the scent of honeysuckle and roses and we were surrounded by wildlife and beautiful dark skies.The cottages are charming historic farm workers cottages. They’re lovely and have everything needed. A nice comfortable sitting room for socialising.The owners are very friendly. Be prepared to offer a cup of tea and have a nice chat.There’s a lovely roadside cafe a few miles south. Northumberland itself is a lovely place. Yes they’re a little rustic and there are a few little faults like 1 radiator that needs to stay on.So if you are expecting pristine perfection then spend an absolute fortune on a city hotel. If you’re happy with rural and lovely then you should have a nice time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Cottage is just perfect. Very well equipped and comfortable with amazing views. Fantastic base .

A real gem. Such a lovely warm welcome. The wildlife webcam was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martyn

Great location with fantastic views! The cottage was great, very clean and very comfy.

Great location with fantastic views! The cottage was great, very clean and very comfy. The fire is great for winter nights. It’s a little bit of a trek to any civilisation or shops, which was absolutely fine for us. The wildlife cameras linked to the tv and a great addition, and kept the kids entertained and engaged. Would you stay again? Absolutely, yes. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Philippa

We had a lovely week in Birch cottage.

We had a lovely week in Birch cottage. It is an excellent place to get away from it all. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. The surrounding countryside is beautiful, we were lucky to be there when all the heather was in flower turning the hills purple. Our toddler loved staring at the birds in the garden (so many birds!) and saying hello to the sheep in the field. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Lovely cottage in an lovely location.

Lovely cottage in an lovely location. John and Jill were fantastic hosts. It is quite a remote location but all the better for it with stunning scenery, quiet and plenty of wildlife (especially on the wildlife cameras). Would definitely recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Lovely warm cosy cottage with all mod cons.

Lovely warm cosy cottage with all mod cons. Where myself, daughter and son in law, granddaughter plus two dogs were very comfortable for our weeks stay.The owners made us very welcome on arrival, they are a really lovely couple. Would not recommend the area for anyone with mobility problems. Sept. 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Anthony

Lovely old cottage in quiet secluded country surroundings.

Lovely old cottage in quiet secluded country surroundings. The owners, John and Jill are really friendly helpful people. If you want peace and quiet then this is for you. The only down side is that you are miles from any shops , pubs or towns and you need to drive a fair distance to seek out any of these facilities. Make sure you take adequate provisions with you. We loved it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Took or family on a much needed getaway, the plan being to relax away from the hurly burly in some b

Took or family on a much needed getaway, the plan being to relax away from the hurly burly in some beautiful scenery, potter around the local sights and mostly have some much needed down time. John & Jill were so lovely, making us feel very welcome, helping where needed. We visited Hadrian's Wall, Hexham Abbey, Lindisfarne, Cragside and a fair bit of Jedburgh.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David

Birch cottage is a fantastic location for all that North Northumberland has to offer.

Birch cottage is a fantastic location for all that North Northumberland has to offer. The host's were excellent and very friendly. The cottage has everything you'll need a comfortable stay. The wildlife is outstanding and the CCTV around the farm is brilliant. One downside was the late check-in and early checkout. meant a two night stay was very short and felt we had to rush out on the morning we left. We would definitely stay longer if we had the chance. A really pleasant stay in a beautiful location. Beware the morning and evening Midges.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

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A gorgeous cottage set in a stunning location, very rural and quite remote, hence lower score for local amenities, but that was fine by us! John and Jill are fabulous hosts and we would definitely recommend this cottage to friends!!!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location.

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. Jill and John are the perfect hosts. Local amenities in Jedburgh or Otterburn. 40 minutes to Kielder Forest and Water park. Scotland is a few minutes drive away. Cottage is well equipped and so cosy and warm. Nice enclosed garden for the dogs to run around in and beautiful walks close by. We had no mobile phone reception, but that didn't bother us! Really good Wi-Fi available at the cottage. My son loved the nature camera, especially watching the barn owls. Would definitely visit again.

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