Guests say
Greystead Institute is a well-received cottage with guests praising its cleanliness, stunning setting, and high-quality furnishings. The property offers a peaceful atmosphere, comfortable beds, and a well-equipped kitchen. While some guests mentioned issues with heating and mobile reception, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with numerous guests describing it as spotless and well-maintained. This indicates a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is frequently praised for its beautiful countryside and proximity to attractions like Kielder Forest and Hadrian's Wall. The peaceful and private setting is appreciated, although a few guests noted some road noise.
Guests find the property comfortable, mentioning the quality of the beds and the powerful heating system. However, some guests experienced issues with heating control and the conservatory being cold, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped with a full kitchen, tennis court, and enclosed garden. Some guests encountered issues with heating, mobile reception, and a lack of comfortable garden furniture, which impacts the facilities score.
While guests have mentioned a welcome pack and a bottle of wine, these gifts are not consistently referenced across the reviews. Therefore, it cannot be confirmed if such thoughtfulness is a standard practice for all guests, and the score is set to null.
About this property
Greystead Institute is a fabulously converted Victorian church hall, nestled in beautiful Northumberland countryside close to Kielder Water and Forest Park. With the charming town of Bellingham nearby, and positioned right in the heart of Northumberland National Park, choose to send some quality time with your family or friends in this luxurious new conversion of a charming historic building. Step into the slate-tiled entrance hall, kick off your walking boots and hang up your coats before moving through to the fabulous open-plan living space, which boasts the original feature fireplace and Victorian pine floor, exposed beams, and a stunning new oak spiral staircase specially commissioned for the room. The beautifully appointed and newly designed kitchen with central island features granite worktops. Relax with your loved ones in the large sitting area before the woodburning stove, which brings warmth to a cool wintry evening, along with the heritage-style radiators emitting plenty of additional heat and enjoy the superb hill views from the full-height recreated Victorian window. Head into the dining room in the Conservatory next door for a late afternoon feast with the family, where you can enjoy the unspoilt countryside views beyond the enclosed patio through the floor-to-ceiling windows or enjoy winter warmth though the slate tiles with underfloor heating. Feel as though nature is seeping through as you open the French doors and allow a fresh summer breeze through during those warmer months. At the end of an evening of board games, TV or late-night chats reminiscing on days gone by, retire to the king-sized master bedroom on the first floor or catch your rest in the ground level double; each comes with its own beautiful en-suite tiled in stylish black and white, one with Victorian-style bath. The nearest local pub to the cottage is just over 2 miles away, while a plethora of amenities await in the thriving market town of Bellingham. Home to the biggest man-made lake in Northern Europe and the largest working forest in the country, Kielder Water and Forest Park offers a wonderful day out for all tastes and ages, with its dark, star-filled skies and vast landscapes beckoning you to explore. Its lovely observatory, fishing opportunities, wildlife spotting, mountain biking and a wealth of walking trails will have you entertained for hours. As well as all this, you also have Hadrian's Wall, the sweeping Northumberland Heritage Coast, the Scottish Borders and the market town of Hexham. Choose Greystead Institute for your next holiday in a fascinating part of the UK.
Nestled on the banks of the North Tyne, this small village of natural stone homes is known as the 'capital' of North Tyne Valley. A 12th-century church, a heritage centre, and a 30ft waterfall can be seen immediately north of the market town, which is said to have been a Roman station.
Hadrian's Wall and Kielder Water and Forest are both nearby, as is the Northumberland National Park. Nature-lovers will swoon over the area's fishing, horseback riding, abundance of wildlife, and stunning hiking trails. In addition to the excellent golf course nearby, the neighbourhood is rich in historical landmarks, magnificent houses, and world-renowned botanical gardens.
Accommodation
Greystead Institute has been awarded 5 Stars by Visit England for 01/06/2022 - 30/05/2023.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite freestanding bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Utility.
Conservatory
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
USB hubs around the property to charge your devices.
Alexa in the property.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear patio with furniture, use of owners' all-weather tennis court.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking or Vaping in the property.
Shop 4.7 miles, pub 2.4 miles.
Note: Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 9:30am
Nearby points of interest
- Kielder Observatory
- Chesters Roman Fort
Reviews (44)
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Stacey
Very well equipped ideal location for exploring Kielder forest and Northumberland. The only downside was the heating, it was on a timer the book said you could adjust this on the boiler however the cupboard which housed the boiler was locked. I understand this is probably so guests donât forget to turn it off when they go out for the day but it would have been nice when we got back in afternoon to be able to put it on ourselves rather than having to wait until 5pm for it to come on. The under floor heating in the conservatory wasnât great we couldnât get the room to warm up so just didnât use it. This wouldnât stop me staying again and I would recommend to others just maybe something for the owners to consider.
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Lyndsay
lots to see in the area too.
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Angela
We found a mop handle but no mop head. A full mop would be useful especially when guests have a dog with them. Again the grass was a bit neglected gardeners arrived 2 days before we checked out.