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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hexham, England
  • Hexham Abbey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • De Vere Slaley Hall Spa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Principal Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cosy Cottage in the Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country

Guests can escape the hustle and bustle in this charming, fully furnished stone cottage. The Parlour has been lovingly renovated into a perfect place for relaxing after a day’s exploring of the local area.

The Parlour sits in the heart of village of Acomb, just outside the market town of Hexham. Acomb comes from the Anglo Saxon word ‘akum’ meaning ‘place of the oaks’. Acomb is the focal point for a number of beautiful walks and cycle routes. Popular walks include Acomb to Watersmeet, a designated site of special scientific interest for the flora and fauna, and Acomb to Heavenfield, the site of a historic battle as well as the beautiful St Oswald’s church. A Roman stone carving sits a stone’s throw from the Parlour and St John Lee Church is a 10 minute walk away along a tree lined bridleway. The village also has three pubs, all with beer gardens, a fish and chip shop and a convenience shop (inside the Queen’s Arms pub).

The Parlour offers all the modern conveniences like high speed Internet, Netflix, underfloor heating, Sage espresso machine and USB charging sockets in every room while also showcasing its history as a milking parlour, which saw cows entering through the front door to be milked until the 1980s.

The Parlour is ideal for a couple or small family. The principle bedroom has a king size bed and is located on the ground floor. On the mezzanine there are two low single beds under the eaves. The mezzanine overlooks the living and dining area and is accessible up a narrow staircase (not suitable for those with mobility issues or very young children).

Everything guests need to enjoy a perfect stay has been considered from access to a secure place to store bicycles to a dedicated laundry room both of which are located just behind the Parlour. The laundry room contains a washing machine, tumble dryer, clothes basket and laundry products. And for those needing to mix work with leisure, there are seat cushions to make sitting and working more comfortable, as well as spare USB cables, note pad, pens and plenty of coffee and tea!

Whether you want to settle down in front of the wood burning stove, plan your next day’s adventure with the framed OS map or sit on the patio, pour a drink, and watch the world go by, you’ll want to stay at the Parlour ‘til the cows come home’.

Property manager

Claire

Languages

English, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Under 2s welcome, no infant accessories provided.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests allowed with host permission
No parties
Guests with host permission

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 first aid kit

About the area

Hexham

Hexham is home to this cottage. Hexham Abbey and Old Gaol are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at De Vere Slaley Hall Spa and De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course.
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Hexham, England

What's nearby

  • Hexham Abbey - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Hexham Market Place - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • De Vere Slaley Hall Spa - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 15 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Chipchase Castle - 19 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Hexham Station - 8 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Platform Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Tannery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Heart of Northumberland - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Cottage in the Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Cottage in the Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Cottage in the Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Cottage in the Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country located?

Situated in Hexham, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hexham Market Place, Old Gaol and Hexham Abbey. De Vere Slaley Hall Spa is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Perfect little haven

Perfect for a lone traveller with some mobility issues to have a bedroom and shower room on the ground floor. Useful supplies of milk, tea coffee and a Nespresso machine. Toiletries supplied for the bathroom. The bed was extremely comfortable and I slept well. A guide book to the cottage contained lots of useful information to the cottage and surrounding area. It was a very relaxing couple of days and I hope to be back next year. Thank you Claire for making it so pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

The Parlour

Very comfortable stay and Cottage had everything you could want. Great location for touring Hadrian's Wall and beyond. Very good value for money. Claire, the host runs walking tours of the wall which was a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Claire

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I love exploring new places, trying out different crafts, browsing used bookstores and enjoying tasty beers in lovely pubs.

I lead walking and running tours on Hadrian’s Wall, combining my love of history, nature and storytelling. I love meeting new people and sharing the great things this beautiful part of the world has to offer. If you’re interested in a tour, please message me! My Hadrian’s Wall Highlights is a fantastic way to experience some of the best bits in one day. . Ideal for anyone who is only here for a short while or who wants to kick off their visit by hitting the highlights and learning more about what to do and where to go for the rest of their visit. Other tours available include Game of Thrones inspired tour and Border Reivers tour.

Why they chose this property

Surrounded by stunning countryside, connected to local history going back centuries and enjoying a thriving community that offers a multitude of events, excellent facilities and leisure activists. There is no better place to live or visit!

What makes this property unique

The best things about the Parlour is its history and my dad renovated it. The Parlour was a working milking Parlour until the 1980s. Guests can see a framed photo of the cows going through the front door to be milked. When you step outside, you’ll see a bench under the trees in front of the Parlour. There is a plaque dedicated to Artie Mews (brother to Lily Mews who was a tenant farmer in the White House) who sat on the bench and watched the cows come home every afternoon to be milked. If you chat to any locals, they’ll be sure to share a story or two about the Mews siblings.

Languages:

English, Spanish