THE FOLLY, Pet Friendly, Country Holiday Cottage In Belsay

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland

The Folly is a detached stone-built cottage located in Belsay near Ponteland, Northumberland, in the North of England. This charming property sleeps four people in two bedrooms - a king-size double and a twin. It features a family bathroom, a utility room with WC, a kitchen/diner with a woodburning stove, and a sitting room with an open fire. Outside, there is off-road parking, stables for horses, and a front lawn surrounded by a small stone wall, offering a secluded retreat in stunning countryside.

Amenities at The Folly include oil heating, WIFI, and bed linen and towels provided. The property is set back from a country lane with parking for three cars, a lawned front garden, and a terrace at the rear with garden furniture. Two well-behaved pets are allowed, and there are outbuildings with a covered games area. The village of Belsay offers a tea room, post office, and pub, with nearby attractions such as Bolam Lake and Belsay Castle and Hall, steeped in history and offering easy access to Newcastle and surrounding towns in Northumbria.

Belsay is a historic village in Northumberland, with ties to Scottish nobleman John de Strivelyn and the Middleton family. The village includes former parishes of Bitchfield, Black Heddon, and Bolam, and is home to the medieval Belsay Castle and the Grade I listed Belsay Hall. Visitors can explore the rich history of the area while enjoying the peaceful surroundings and easy access to amenities in nearby towns. The location of The Folly in Newcastle-upon-Tyne provides a rural and coastal retreat, with opportunities for activities such as hiking and cycling, as well as easy access to golf clubs, zoological gardens, and sporting events in the area.

• Pets Allowed
• Baby Friendly
• Internet
• Coast Nearby