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Akeld Manor - These quaint and beautifully presented, award-winning self catering holiday cottages are tucked discreetly into the foot of the Cheviot Hills near Wooler in Northumberland. Some of the land on which they stand is within the National Park in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The entire holiday cottage complex, comprising a small manor house, a group of Grade II listed self catering holiday cottages, and a superb leisure facility with a swimming pool and gym, offers total perfection for discerning guests looking for a truly exceptional destination. It is the ideal choice for a memorable holiday or short break in Northumberland for all age groups. Visit once and a return is guaranteed!
In recognition of all the awards achieved and standards maintained, Akeld Manor is placed within the top 20% of self-catering holiday resorts in Europe.
Located near Wooler in Northumberland, our quaint self catering holiday cottages are full of character and quality. They are constructed of stone and finished with top quality fittings, fabrics and furnishings. No expense has been spared to produce these high quality holiday properties.
All of our self catering holiday cottages are different in shape, layout and décor. They vary in size: either one bedroom for two persons, two bedrooms for four persons or three bedrooms for six persons. One cottage for six has two bedrooms with ensuite facilities and a double wall bed in the lounge, and one of the sleeps-four cottages has one bedroom with a double sofa bed in the lounge. Two of the sleeps-six cottages have a communicating door, enabling up to twelve guests to be accommodated together for family gatherings, reunions and small groups.
Each holiday cottage is very individual in design. Many of the cottages have ensuite facilities; some have two bathrooms and several have a bathroom with a separate shower room. Some have farmhouse type kitchens with the dining area in the kitchen, while others have dining / lounges. There is something to please everyone. The variation in design, externally and internally, is just another factor that makes the entire complex so interesting and inviting.
All these truly delightful holiday cottages are spacious, centrally heated and have achieved at least the Tourism Council four-stars rating for self catering holiday accommodation. All cottages include bed linen, tea towels, hairdryers, full split-level electric cooker, microwave, fridge / freezer, washer / dryer, colour TV, video recorder, and a full selection of electric appliances. Food processors are available on request. All cottages, with the exception of four, are single storey properties. There is ample car parking.
Lastly, we introduce Akeld Manor, which is truly the jewel in our crown. This splendid manor house offers self catering accommodation for up to fifteen guests. The popularity of this large property, with its two-acre walled garden, is unbelievable for group holidays, whether family based or groups of friends, celebration parties or even small corporate gatherings. A further bonus is that the number in the group can be extended by utilising the cottages.
Swimming Pool and Spa
Our well proportioned indoor heated swimming pool is tremendously popular. The
facilities are further enhanced by our Jacuzzi, solarium and sauna.
Gymnasium
We have an excellent gymnasium, fitted out with an excellent variety of
equipment, including many cardio-vascular items of apparatus.
Body Treatments
Our computerised toning table is very popular. We also have two recently
installed pieces of Shiatsu massage equipment, one in the form of a full size
table and the second an automated chair, each offering very different
programmes.
Snooker Room
Our superb, full-size snooker table is housed in a well appointed snooker room.
Games Rooms
We have two pool tables in one games room. The second games room offers table
tennis and other hand games.
Library
Located within the leisure complex is an extensive book and video library for
the use of our guests.
Gift Shop
Our interesting and fully stocked gift shop resembles Aladdin's Cave!
Akeld Manor is easily accessible from Scotland. The Scottish Border at Coldstream is just eleven miles to the north, and Akeld Manor can be reached from Edinburgh, Scotland's vibrant capital, in just over an hour by car.
From Newcastle, follow the A1 and take the junction just north of Morpeth on to the A697. Akeld Manor is 33 miles north of Morpeth and just an hour's drive from Newcastle.
Northumberland is the largest county in England, but has the
smallest population. Its amazing landscapes make it one of the most beautiful,
scenic and interesting areas one could ever wish to visit. Steeped in history,
culture and heritage, it offers a vast variation of stunning scenery and
activities. One of the most attractive of its assets is the lack of traffic and
21st century pressures. Simply visit Northumberland, travel around at your
leisure, and enjoy the relaxation and tranquillity of this wonderful area.
Akeld Manor is perfectly located for holidays in Northumberland. It is 11 miles from the nearest point on the Scottish Border and 15 miles from Holy Island and the coast. Edinburgh is approximately one hour's drive and Newcastle is a similar distance.
Visitors to Akeld Manor are offered a wonderful and endless choice of activities.
Heritage is very much in evidence here in Northumberland. The National Trust and English Heritage have many historic properties under their care, including Bamburgh Castle, Belsay Castle, Brinkburn Priory, Cragside Gardens and Estate, Dunstanburgh Castle, Hadrian's Wall, Housesteads Roman Fort, Lindisfarne Castle, Wallington, Warkworth Castle, and many more. There are others too, such as Floors Castle, the Kelso seat of the Duke of Roxburghe, and Alnwick Castle, recently used as a film set for the Harry Potter series. The Alnwick Garden, too, is fast becoming a must see for visitors to this region. Holy Island is of great interest and can be accessed easily by car - just remember to check the tides before crossing the causeway!
Along with heritage comes culture, evidenced by Northumberland's many museums, the best of which is surely Beamish, an open air museum where visitors can discover how our ancestors lived and worked in the north east of England in the early 1800s and 1900s. No visit to Northumberland is complete without a visit to this unique attraction!
Northumberland is, of course, shaped by its heritage coastline. Visitors can explore miles of golden beaches punctuated by captivating fishing villages, pretty harbours and spectacular views. Many of the coastal areas also offer superb water sports. A visit to the Farne Islands by boat to watch the seals lazing and swimming is a wonderful experience. The islands, owned by the National Trust, are home to thousands of puffins and many other species of sea birds.
If you are looking for an active holiday, you will not be disappointed. There are many excellent golf courses, all of which welcome day guests. Walking, too, is incredibly popular, with Northumberland National Park offering arguably some of the best walking to be found anywhere in England. Horse riding, gliding and fishing are also available.
Visitors seeking retail therapy are not neglected either. Newcastle city centre and the Metro Shopping Centre offer a rich shopping experience, alongside attractions such as the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and the Biscuit Factory original art store.
If you have never visited Northumberland, you must come soon. If you have visited before, we know you will visit again.
Tel 01665 721035
www.akeldmanor.co.uk
Northumberland self catering holiday cottages