CRESCENT COTTAGE, character holiday cottage in Haltwhistle

Haltwhistle is an attractive town in the South Tyne valley, close to the route of Hadrian's Wall.

Crescent Cottage was originally built in the 1700's and offers accommodation for up to 5 people. Unusually, the bedrooms are on the ground floor, whilst the rest of the living accommodation is situated on the first floor. It has been decorated and refurbished to a very high standard and a patio allows you to enjoy the best of the summer evenings. There is garage parking available for 1 car and off-road parking available for 1 more, putting you in a superb location for exploring local attractions. Only weekly seven night bookings (Saturday to Saturday) or mid week bookings (4 nights minimum) accepted.

Amenities: Gas central heating with coal-effect electric stove. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, CD player/radio, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Garage parking for 1 car and bikes, off road parking for additional car. Small enclosed gravelled patio with furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops and pubs 2 mins walk. Note: There is an open staircase in the property. The property is not suitable for very young children or those with restricted mobility. Please note :Only weekly seven night bookings (Saturday to Saturday) or mid week bookings (4 nights minimum) accepted..

Region: Northumberland is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian's Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife.

Town: Known as the 'Centre of Britain' this small market town is well served by a range of local shop and excellent pubs. There are 3 castles within a few miles of Haltwhistle; Blenkinsop and Bellister are ruins, but the 14th Century Thirlwall Castle is well-preserved and worth a visit. Five miles away is Housteads Roman Fort, the best preserved Roman camp on Hadrian's Wall. Nearby, the parish church of Holy Cross is ancient building, which may date to the 9th century, and within it is a preserved 7th century water stoup thought to have been used by St Paulinus. Haltwhistle was granted a royal charter to hold a market in 1306 and the market is still held today. The town prides itself on being 'The Centre of Britain' and it makes a fantastic location from which to explore Hadrian's Wall country.