2 bedroom accommodation in near Cragside, Rothbury

An eco friendly rural cottage set on a historic working farm with fantastic countryside views. As seen on TV with Matt Baker.. Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: TV, Freesat, Woodburner

Kitchen: Woodburner, Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Solid Fuel, Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Living room 2: (No TV)

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Wood fuelled heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. BBQ. Two pets welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Salmon and trout fishing (licence required, by arrangement with owner). Bike/equipment store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply.. This is a Victorian workers cottage with many original features and was built for the farm workers of the Cragside Estate. This is a dog friendly property where two dogs are welcome, although they need to be kept on a lead due being on a working farm, there is an enclosed area where they can be let off and have a good run.

Staying at this cottage is to experience the history first-hand of the Cragside Estate’s Model Farm. Brimming with character on the edge of the National Park, and is Dark Skies Friendly. East Cottage is in an ideal location for exploring the many visitor attractions throughout this glorious county. Only two miles from the pretty village of Rothbury with its own private stretch of salmon and trout fishing (by arrangement and seasonal), East Cottage is set on a small historical site featuring the only agricultural weigh bridge left in the UK today and a unique Grade II* listed building of National Importance. The site is linked to the Cragside, Rothbury and Coquetdale Area. The property was built by Lord Armstrong of Cragside in the 1880s as part of his Cragside Estate to show off his model farm.

The cottage has eco-friendly features and is powered by a wood burning stove and an Esse Range in the kitchen as well as a traditional electric oven and a Green Tourism Award. With a large garden to the side with lovely views, East Cottage is an idyllic location for families or friends. East Cottage is situated on a working rare breed farm with cattle, sheep and goats. The Historic Houses Association is a site of interest, tours available to book.

Free WiFi



The property is located on a working farm.

Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.

Suitable for up to 2 pets