Hallington Mill and Barn, Northumberland, Hallington

Lovingly restored, family focused rural retreat set in 32 acres of beautiful Northumbrian countryside.

Offering the warmest of welcomes and finished to a very high standard by owners Elizabeth & Rob, Hallington Mill is a sprawling haven for families & friends across all generations to come together and reconnect in a tranquil setting. With a relaxed charm, a fun and at times quirky approach, it is the perfect place to slow, breathe deeply, play, laugh, rejuvenate and make new memories.

The Space

The full House, woodland, pond area and acres of land to explore.

At a glance (will it work for you?):

• Exclusive use of the this very large, family focused and lovingly restored historic Mill.
• Very child friendly with a pull out bed, 2 high chairs, toy chest, games, large playcentre, woodland walks, cycle trails and lots of rounded corners!
• 5 beds upstairs and a further snug downstairs sleeping 13 adults plus children in cots or toddler beds.
• Very private setting with large, enclosed garden – wider site is shared only with ourselves and the small Threshing Barn (holiday let in own grounds).
• Fibre Broadband Wifi throughout the House and 2 TVs with on-demand services.
• Off road Parking for 6 cars plus space for others.
• Pets – two well behaved dogs allowed for small surcharge of £30 each– (please see house rules)

Rooms and facilities

• 5 Bedrooms (plus a snug with sofa bed to make 6); 3 King-size beds (two zip link, one with separate pull out bed) and two doubles.
• 5 Bathrooms, 4 ensuite bedrooms, 1 bedroom next door to their own bathroom & downstairs toilet.
• 2 bathrooms with bath and shower, 2 with showers only, 1 with bath only. Family bathroom has bath and overhead shower.
• Sleeps – 13 adults plus children in cots/toddler beds.
• Very spacious living room with comfortable seating for 10+ (a range of firm and soft seating to suit all) and TV.
• Large farmhouse-style, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, range, second oven/hob and breakfast table for 6.
• Fabulous dining room (with old Mill workings) and huge reclaimed wood dining table (seats up to 16).
• Cinema room (with sofa bed) – large TV, Blu-Ray player and On Demand TV (Netflix account included) and toy chest.
• Library with games/craft table, books and drawing desk.
• Spacious utility with washer, dryer and separate freezer.
• Large enclosed private garden with patio (seating for 10+), woodland walks, pond and stream (enclosed), BBQ, play centre and beautiful views of surrounding countryside.
• Covered rear porch with drying hooks, hose pipe, bench for clearing the muddy clothes and wellies!

Features

• Location – easily accessed from A68 (3 miles) with good satnav directions! NE19 2LJ.
• Nearest towns – Corbridge & Hexham.
• Excellent cycling (road and mountain), fishing, golf and walking
• Numerous great pubs and restaurants within a short drive
• Onsite catering available
• Within easy reach for day trips to The Lake District, Kielder Forest, Hadrian’s Wall, National Trust properties and Newcastle/Gateshead.
• Food deliveries by all major supermarkets. Postcode for deliveries is NE19 2LJ.
• A lot of love and interesting features throughout.

Guest Access

The full house is yours to enjoy privately including the garden with playcentre. You have shared access to the woodland and walks around the expansive grounds.

Other things to note

Set in a private valley in the heart of the Northumberland countryside, the Mill is uniquely positioned to be a secluded retreat yet highly accessible by road. The wider site is only shared with ourselves (Mill Cottage) and the small Threshing Barn (holiday let), both tucked away in their own grounds. There are no other neighbours in site. Steeped in history and surrounded by meadows and pasture, we are positioned close to the market towns of Hexham and Corbridge with numerous cafes, shops and events. It is also a perfect base for exploring Northumberland and the wider area including the Lake District (50 mins), Kielder Forest with its Dark Skies status (35 mins), the Scottish Borders, the rugged Northumberland coast (40 minutes) and for those visitors from further afield the culture and shopping attractions of Newcastle/Gateshead (30 mins).

If relaxing is your thing then the large gardens, woodlands and streams are the perfect backdrop to lazy days, while numerous local attractions and villages provide for the ideal ‘take-it-easy and explore’ approach.

Hexham is home to one of the finest Abbeys in the UK, with open access and tours available. A well equipped leisure centre boasts 4 swimming pools, bowling alley, health classes and soft play.

Activities

Walking – The Mill is a great base for walking being close to Hadrian’s Wall (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and directly on the St Oswald’s Way. Not to mention numerous places a short drive away like the Simonside Hills.

Cycling – A real cyclists haven – we are on the route of the Cyclone road races so there is no end to the short and long routes that can be taken – with the infamous ‘Ryals’ a short distance away to test those legs. And for mountain bikers we have Kielder Forest with its 8 routes catering for all levels (including family rides), Whinlatter Forest in the Lakes as well as all of the famous 7 Stanes network with Newcastleton, Innerleithen and Glentress all within reach.

Golf – The excellent Matfen Hall is 5 minutes away and a short drive to the Championship courses at Close House (British Masters) and Slaley Hall, not to mention a raft of excellent courses in the Scottish Borders and along the Northumbrian coast. The owner Rob was a professional golfer in years gone by so always happy to recommend some good places to play.

Fishing – This can be arranged on the private Hallington Reservoir close by or at one of several other fisheries in the area. River fishing on the North Tyne and other local rivers can also be arranged.

Shooting – Clay pigeon and other types of shooting can be arranged locally, please ask for details.

Climbing – The Lake District peaks beckon but also the plethora of Northumberland crags dotted around the county. Indoor climbing can be experienced at Newburn Park (30 mins).

Spa days – Matfen Hall Country Hotel and Golf Course is just up the road and boasts an Aqua Vitae Spa with everything you need to unwind and relax.

House Rules

• Parking for up to 5 cars only (more by separate arrangement)
• No fireworks due to nearby farms and no smoking or fires, other than designated woodburners and BBQ.
• Up to 2 well behaved dogs allowed, £30 per dog supplement. Dogs must not be left unattended in gardens or alone in the house. All pets to be kept downstairs and please keep off furniture. All dog waste to be cleared from site.
• Use of the play centre in rear garden and access to the wider ground including woodland is at guests’ own risk. The streams and pond are open and accessible. No swimming in the pond but paddling in the stream is welcome. Children must be supervised at all times.
• No Hen or Stag parties – Family celebrations welcome.
• No climbing on the old Mill workings – this is an historic building so please respect and enjoy it.
• Only eco-cleaning products to be used (provided) no bleach on site. Only toilet paper to be flushed down toilets due to septic tank.
• Please leave property clean and tidy after use.
• All bedding to be removed and placed on the floor of rooms.