Holmhead is a two-hundred year old ex-farmhouse built with Hadrians Wall stone near the Northumberland - Cumbria border situated in a quiet rural location on Hadrians Wall Path and Pennine Way near to the most spectacular parts of the Wall. We're by a river and next to the ruins of 14th century Thirlwall Castle. All bedrooms are en-suite and have stunning views of the North Pennines or the castle. Guests have their own entrance via external stone staircase. Self-catering cottage also available. Ideal central location for exploring the best parts of Hadrian's Wall. Our hearty breakfasts use local produce wherever possible Cumberland or Northumberland Sausage locally-produced bacon and free-range eggs. For evening meals there is an excellent local pub a pleasant half-mile walk away along a quiet footpath. Tea and coffee-making facilities in bedrooms and guests can use the large guest sitting room to relax watch TV read or play board games. There is ample free parking. Holmhead is built of stone from Hadrian's Wall and sits right over its foundations. In fact we boast a genuine piece of carved Roman graffiti in the walls of the house. Because of its location on the Wall Path and Pennine Way Holmhead is very popular with walkers and cyclists and we welcome both either to enjoy B&B stay in the self-catering cottage or use our Camping Barn which sleeps up to 8 people. Please note Holmhead is strictly a no-smoking area and unfortunately because of our rural situation and the proximity of livestock in nearby fields we do not accept pets. Our nearest village Greenhead (a half-mile away) is just off the main A69 Newcastle-Carlisle road and so is ideally placed as a central location to explore the wilds of the Northumberland National Park The North Pennines (described as England's last wilderness) the Lake District and of course the famous Northumberland coastline. Carlisle and Newcastle are easily accessible by car or train
Holmhead Guest House has 4 en-suite (with shower) bedrooms all with stunning views. Two of the rooms can be either twin or superking-size doubles. The other two rooms have standard double beds wih wet-room style ensuites - both these rooms have been recently refurbished and can accommodate a travel cot which is available on request.
Style:
- Unique
- Traditional
- Secluded
- Homely
- Eco-friendly
Rooms Facilities:
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Non-smoking
- Hairdryer
- Freeview
- DVD player
- Colour television
- Alarm clock
Bed Details:
- Twin (single beds)
- Super king-size
- Double bed
- Bunk bed
Bathroom Details:
- Shower
- En suite
Amenities:
- Lock-up facility for bicycles
- Non-smoking (throughout)
- Lounge
- Ironing facilities
- Internet access (wireless) in public areas
Parking:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Number of Rooms: 4
Number of Floors: 2
Smoking Policy: No smoking
Dining Facilities:
- Our bright and airy breakfast room is situated at one end of the large guest sitting room with dual aspect views over open fields towards the North Pennines and Thirlwall Castle in the Northumberland National Park. There is a comfortable seating area with recliner arm chairs sofas and TV with Freesat channels. Our bookshelves are well stocked with a wide selection of reference books novels history books and children's books as well as games and puzzles.
Children Policy: Children welcome
Child Facilities:
- Highchairs
- Games available
- Cots
- Children's menu
Check In Time: 00:00.0
Check Out Time: 00:00.0
Reception Closing Time: 00:00.0
Pet Policy:
- No pets
Recreation:
- Water activities
- Walking
- Shopping - antiques
- River
- Playground
- Nature trail
- Museums/galleries
- Lake
- Horse riding
- Golf
- Cycling
- Bird watching
Business Facilities:
- Internet connection (wireless)