Place, Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
6 min drive
Kielder Water and Forest Park
Place, Kielder Water and Forest Park
42 min drive
Carlisle (CAX)
Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
37 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill
A single storey cottage in a great location for discovery Hadrian’s Wall and historic forts, as well as picturesque towns and villages.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 24" Smart TV, Freesat, Multi-Fuel Burner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for multi-fuel burner included. Welcome pack. . Front sitting-out area with bench. 1 small dog welcome. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Fern Cottage is a quirky, rustic property filled with thoughtful touches that offers guests a brilliant holiday destination. Set over one level, this lovingly furnished holiday cottage has a cosy open plan kitchen/living room where guests can sit back and enjoy a multi-fuel burner after cooking up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen. Outside, at the front of the house, there is a bench seating two.
Straight from your front door, Barcombe Fell is within walking distance. The beautiful heather-clad hill gradually reaches the summit where you have spectacular views as far as the eye can see of Hadrian’s wall to the north and The Pennines to the south west. Barcombe Quarry is also famous as the place where a small bronze arm purse containing 63 Roman coins was discovered in the 1800’s. This find is now known as The Thorngrafton Horde and is one of many historic finds in the region.
The picturesque village of Bardon Mill is within easy reach of the A69 giving opportunities to explore this historic region by car or train, with the station only minutes away. There is also a bus service (no. 685) which travels between Carlisle and Newcastle on an hourly basis, and Bardon Mill is on the Newcastle/Carlisle railway line with a stopping service in each direction every 2 hours. Haydon Bridge offers plentiful facilities only 4 miles east and Haltwhistle, geographically acknowledged as ’the Centre of Britain’ has many amenities including several shops, restaurants, a sports centre and an outdoor swimming pool.
Fern Cottage is ideally located to explore Hadrian’s Wall and Allen Banks, the beautiful National Trust valley. Beltingham has a wonderful church, St Cuthberts, which is of Saxon origin. In addition, why not visit the Roman site of Vindolanda, which is world-renowned and the location of the finding of the Vindolanda tablets, the oldest ’postcards’ in the world. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
1 small pet welcome, £25 per week.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace
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The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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About the area
Hexham
Hexham is home to this cottage. Vindolanda and Thirlwall Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Northumberland National Park and North Pennines. Holtwistle Swimming & Leisure Centre and Maze are also worth visiting.
Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
Northumberland National Park - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
Kielder Water and Forest Park - 42 min drive - 55.3 km
St. James' Park - 49 min drive - 65.2 km
Getting around
Bardon Mill Station - 16 min walk
Carlisle (CAX) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 3 min drive
The Railway Hotel - 8 min drive
Langley Castle Hotel - 8 min drive
Langley Castle Restaurant - 8 min drive
Black Bull - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill on 25 May 2026 start from £115, 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 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Thorngrafton, near Bardon Mill located?
Situated in Hexham, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Vindolanda, Thirlwall Castle and Crag Lough. Housesteads Roman Fort and Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall are also within 3 miles (5 km). Bardon Mill Station is 16 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Fern Cottage is a small but beautiful place to relax and enjoy the best of what the area has to offe
Fern Cottage is a small but beautiful place to relax and enjoy the best of what the area has to offer. In a quiet location ideally situated for anyone wishing to visit the roman sites or just relax in a peaceful rural location. The cottage is well equipped, comfortable and the owner makes guests feel very welcome through all the homely touches and the welcome pack. Cannot recommend highly enough - book it now!
Lesley E
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great place Bad communication
We are new to VRBO and unsure when we only got the same auto message over and over when trying to confirm our stay. Nothing to say welcome, we know you are coming. We had to open a third party account to get checkin code. The home was delightful once we got in. Loved the location and the fireplace. Good kitchen too. Comfortable bed.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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