Meadowside Cottage

Meadowside Cottage Escape to our thoughtfully furnished holiday cottage in Allenheads, Northumberland.Sleeps 4, with cosy woodburner, garden sunroom & secure cycle storage.

Ideal for a relaxing break, gentle adventure or slow escape in the wild beauty of Northumberland 💚

20/05/2026

The fields are glowing with buttercups, with just a hint of the wildflower meadows still to come 🌼
Summer is on its way (have you seen the forecast?) We’re ready for it!

I’ve just popped into The Hemmel, Allenheads to check on the next bread delivery 🥖A couple of Fridays ago, they receive...
19/05/2026

I’ve just popped into The Hemmel, Allenheads to check on the next bread delivery 🥖

A couple of Fridays ago, they received their first delivery from The Little Bakehouse and I treated myself to a sourdough loaf. What a treat to have freshly baked bread right here in the village.

We enjoyed it as sandwiches on the first day, then toasted the next morning with our own fresh eggs for breakfast 🍳

The good news? They’re hoping to introduce a pre-order system for a monthly delivery. If it happens to fall during your stay at Meadowside Cottage, I’ll let you know — we’ll definitely be placing an order again!

Fresh flowers just make a house feel like home 🌿 is one of those little gems that’s always worth the drive — beautiful s...
18/05/2026

Fresh flowers just make a house feel like home 🌿

is one of those little gems that’s always worth the drive — beautiful seasonal arrangements, full of colour and charm. Pretty as a picture every single time.

17/05/2026

Our Wednesday wander took us on a 10.5-mile circular from Edmundbyers, taking in the quiet beauty of Muggleswick.

The bluebells have been especially beautiful this year — whole stretches of woodland glowing blue beneath fresh spring leaves. And the weather? Very much one of those North Pennines days… sunshine one minute, showers the next. Waterproofs essential (though at times it felt a bit like being a boil-in-the-bag chicken 😄).

The reward is worth it: wide open views, peaceful lanes and that wonderful feeling of being out in nature with hardly a soul around. It’s also a lovely drive over the tops, with Derwent Reservoir and Derwent Waterside Park nearby if you fancy a gentler stroll or somewhere scenic to stop and linger.

Standing proud in the Allenheads sunshine ☀️The BBC forecast promised 12 degrees and showers today… but here in Allenhea...
08/05/2026

Standing proud in the Allenheads sunshine ☀️

The BBC forecast promised 12 degrees and showers today… but here in Allenheads it’s a glorious 15 degrees and wall-to-wall blue sky.

Built in the 1840s, Meadowside Cottage has seen a lot of North Pennine weather over the years. In 2023 we had the cottage traditionally repointed with lime mortar and what a difference it made. The craftsmanship really comes alive when the sun catches the stonework — she was always pretty, but now she positively glows.

But it’s not just the cottage itself that makes a stay here special. Our returning guests often tell us it’s the whole feeling of being here.

💚 A warm welcome from Russell and Christine
💚 Cosy cottage, pretty garden and light-filled garden room
💚 Spotlessly cleaned and carefully prepared by both of us
💚 Welcome basket with local treats
💚 Five-star guest reviews
💚 Walks, cycle rides and local recommendations all waiting for you in the cottage
💚 Sleeps 4 — one king bedroom and one twin
💚 Pet free
💚 Children aged 5+ welcome

If you’re looking for peaceful mornings, dark skies, fresh air and beautiful walks straight from the door, perhaps it’s time to come and discover why so many guests return to Meadowside Cottage year after year 💚

Summer availability currently available.

It’s not only the garden springing into life.This morning I walked from the cottage to Peasemeadow, following the footpa...
07/05/2026

It’s not only the garden springing into life.

This morning I walked from the cottage to Peasemeadow, following the footpath through the heather, now peppered with tiny mountain pansies coming into flower.

As I passed Smelter Bridge, the swallows were gracefully signalling their return. Further along the river, ducks drifted peacefully on the water while bees hovered over the riverside plants in the morning sunshine.

One of the things that makes Allenheads so special is the landscape itself. This former lead mining landscape created a complex mix of soils and spoil heaps which now provide unique habitats for rare and delicate plants that thrive in the open sunlight here.

You don’t have to travel far for nature here — some of the loveliest moments begin simply by stepping out of the cottage door.

The garden is really coming into its own now 🌿The containers are spilling over, adding colour and little pockets of inte...
06/05/2026

The garden is really coming into its own now 🌿

The containers are spilling over, adding colour and little pockets of interest all around the cottage. It’s such a lovely time of year — everything feels settled, abundant, and quietly welcoming.

We’re now fully booked through to 13th June (thank you, as always 💛), but summer is just around the corner and we do have availability in July and August.

If you’re thinking about a peaceful break, with the garden in full flow and plenty of places to sit and simply be, do get in touch.
We always hope the garden feels like an extension of the cottage itself — somewhere to pause with a morning coffee, listen to the birds, or simply enjoy being still for a while.

It’s a gentle welcome, and one that changes just a little each week 💛

What a lovely way to start or finish your holiday. Allenheads Guided Walk on Sat 30th May 10.30-1 🥾
06/05/2026

What a lovely way to start or finish your holiday. Allenheads Guided Walk on Sat 30th May 10.30-1 🥾

There’s something especially rewarding about container planting at this time of year 🌿Back in the colder months, it’s al...
18/04/2026

There’s something especially rewarding about container planting at this time of year 🌿

Back in the colder months, it’s all a bit of a leap of faith — carefully choosing and planting, then waiting patiently to see how it will come together. And now… here they are, full of life and colour, bringing such a cheerful feel to the garden.

We put a great deal of care into these little details, because we know it’s often the first impression that sets the tone for a stay. A warm welcome before you’ve even stepped through the door.

For us, it’s all part of making Meadowside Cottage feel loved, tended, and ready for you to relax into 💚

15/04/2026

We spotted our first bluebells today 💙 — always a sign that spring has properly arrived.

Our Wednesday walk was a 10-mile circular taking in the South Tyne, Hartley Burn, Hillhouse Rigg and Featherstone Castle.

We often recommend a Lambley Viaduct walk in this area, but the stretch along the South Tyne to Featherstone Castle is lovely. I never quite manage a good photo of the castle… so you’ll have to head out and see it for yourself.

The riverside path can be a little rocky in places, so good footwear is a must, but there are plenty of options here—from shorter family-friendly strolls to longer circular routes.

You’ll find this walk (and lots of others) in the guidebooks at the cottage, ready for you to dip into and plan your own days out.

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Ropehaugh Cottages, Allenheads
Hexham
NE479HF

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