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Peel Cottage

Peel Cottage, a single storey holiday cottage, part-way up a hill at the edge of Northumberland National Park, Northumberland
Peel Cottage, Northumberland | © National Trust/Mike Henton
A corner of the sitting room at Peel Cottage, showing an armchair, the woodburner and views of the surrounding countryside, Northumberland
An aerial view showing Hadrian's Wall, running towards Crag Lough and the Sycamore Gap, near Peel Cottage, Northumberland

Peel Cottage

This little cottage is close to Hadrian’s Wall and perfect for exploring Northumberland.

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A corner of the sitting room at Peel Cottage, showing an armchair, the woodburner and views of the surrounding countryside, Northumberland
An aerial view showing Hadrian's Wall, running towards Crag Lough and the Sycamore Gap, near Peel Cottage, Northumberland
Peel Cottage, a single storey holiday cottage, part-way up a hill at the edge of Northumberland National Park, Northumberland
The ramp to the front door of Peel Cottage and outdoor dining area, with a table and two chairs, Northumberland
The entrance hall at Peel Cottage, with the door open, showing views of the surrounding countryside, Northumberland
The sitting room at Peel Cottage, with sofa, armchair, fireplace with woodburner, television and views of the surrounding countryside, Northumberland
The sitting room at Peel Cottage, with beams, sofa, armchair, fireplace with woodburner, and television, Northumberland
The kitchen-diner at Peel Cottage, with clear space under the sink and hob allowing use while seated, Northumberland
The table for two in the kitchen at Peel Cottage, Northumberland
The utility room at Peel Cottage, Northumberland
The corridor that leads to the double bedroom at Peel Cottage, Northumberland
The double bedroom at Peel Cottage, Northumberland
The double bedroom at Peel Cottage, with the external door open, showing views of the edge of Northumberland National Park and on towards the North Pennines National Landscape, Northumberland
The accessible bathroom at Peel Cottage. Includes grab rails, a bath with two internal steps, a separate monsoon shower with level access, and a free-standing padded shower seat with arms and backrest (which is height-adjustable), Northumberland
The outdoor dining area at the front of Peel Cottage, Northumberland
The enclosed back garden at Peel Cottage, with a bench on the lawn and Hadrian's Wall running up the hill behind the garden, Northumberland
The plaque above the door, detailing the opening of Peel Cottage by the Queen Mother in 1989, Northumberland
An aerial view of Peel Cottage, Northumberland
The area surrounding Peel Cottage, Northumberland
A deer on a rocky hill at dusk in the countryside near Peel Cottage, Northumberland
An aeriel photo showing the countryside to the south of the Peel Cottage, with the cottage in the bottom right corner and Hadrian's Wall in the bottom left, Northumberland

© National Trust/Mike Henton

This little cottage is close to Hadrian’s Wall and perfect for exploring Northumberland.

At a glance

Guests
2
Bedrooms
1
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
017009
Acorn rating
3What's this

About Peel Cottage

Peel Cottage is a sturdy single-storey cottage perfect for a couple and two dogs. It was built in the 1850s and a plaque above the door records its opening by the late Queen Mother. Just a stone’s throw from Hadrian’s Wall, this cosy holiday cottage is the perfect base from which to explore wild Northumberland.

Step outside and make the short trip to the UK’s most famous Roman construction. Explore the wall before heading home to warm up infront of the log burner. 

Peel Cottage is situated on the edge of the Northumberland National Park. Take advantage of the area’s dark skies and enjoy an evening gazing up at the stars or have a trip to The Sill Discovery Centre. A short drive away is Allen Banks and Staward Gorge, a fairy-tale woodland with miles of walking trails.

Layout

Ground floor: Ramp to front door. Small entrance lobby into the sitting room with woodburner. Utility room. Kitchen. Hallway leading to double bedroom (with 5' bed). Accessible bathroom with bath and seperate shower.

Outside space

Table for two at the front of the cottage. Enclosed informal garden at the back of the cottage, with a lawn and bench.

What's provided in a National Trust holiday cottage?

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, not available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Ramp from parking to front door. Wheelchair friendly. Single storey. Level access shower. Induction hob. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

More information

Heating: Central heating is included.

Parking: There is parking for two cars with a ramp from the parking area to the front door.

Induction Hob: Guests with a pacemaker should note that there is an induction hob in this cottage.

Please note: Hadrian's Wall runs directly behind the cottage and the garden may be overlooked by walkers.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage. 

Please note that gardeners may attend without prior notice. They will not require access to the cottage and guests do not need to be present. This will be after 10am and will be finished by 5pm.

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