Belsay Manor House
Belsay, Northumberland
England
Property ID SVEOT1020
7 night price
Property Description
Belsay Manor House is a 13th century, historic country mansion, set within tranquil surroundings and beautifully-kept gardens, it makes the perfect home away from home for those in search of a truly relaxing break. While guests will feel a million miles away from any hustle and bustle, there are a huge variety of interesting and exciting attractions within easy reaching distance, including the wonderful Northumberland coastline and the lively city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Belsay Manor House can comfortably accommodate up to twenty guests, for those in smaller groups it is possible to rent the Annex Wing individually which sleeps 10 guests. With open fires and plush sofas, the living accommodation is spacious and ideal for gatherings consisting of two drawing rooms, a large family AGA kitchen which comes fully equipped with all the tools a budding chef could possibly need as well as a formal dining room complete with antique furniture. The ten bedrooms have been individually designed to an incredibly high standard, six of the bedrooms boast en-suite facilities, while the remaining four bedrooms share the use of two family bathrooms and an additional washroom.
Outside, there are a variety of areas to explore in the gardens, with plenty of spots to stroll or simply relax. To the rear of the house is an impressive suntrap courtyard which offers a stylish area ideal for a lazy barbecue after an action-packed day spent exploring Northumberland. The Ancient tree lined drive is a kilometre long so there is great privacy and uninterrupted views.
Features
The Manor House
Ground Floor
– Tower reception room
– Living room
– Grand formal dining room with seating for 20 guests
– Large family kitchen with AGA, American-style fridge freezer & dishwasher
– Washroom with WC
First Floor
– Bedroom with king-size bed with en-suite bathroom
– Bedroom with king-size bed with en-suite bathroom
– Bedroom with king-size bed with en-suite bathroom
– Bedroom with king-size bed with en-suite bathroom
– Bedroom with king-size bed with en-suite bathroom
– Family bathroom
Second Floor
– Bedroom with king-size bed with en-suite bathroom
– Bedroom with king-size bed
– Bedroom with twin single beds
– Family bathroom
Third Floor
– Bedroom with double bed
– Bedroom with double bed
Exterior Grounds
– Huge landscaped lawns
– Barbecue
– Dining facilities
Additional Facilities
– Wi-Fi
– TV & streaming services
– Washing machine & dryer
– Ironing board
– Hairdryer
– Travel cot & highchair available on request
– Plenty of parking
* Two of the king-size bedrooms feature zip & link beds and so can be set up as twin rooms on request.
Location
Belsay Manor House is situated within beautiful Northumberland countryside, close to the villages of Bolam and Belsay, where helpful amenities including a post office and coffee shop can be found. There is plenty to see, do and explore within the immediate area including Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens, owned by English Heritage and Wallington House, owned by the National Trust, both make for lovely days out and are less than 15-minutes away. The whole family will enjoy a visit to Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens, home to over one hundred species of animals including lemurs, meerkats, wallabies and monkeys and just 15-minutes from home.
Belsay Manor House makes a fabulous choice for those simply wanting to enjoy the great outdoors, being surrounded by countryside, there is plenty of brilliant walking opportunities as well as cycling routes and bridleways. Bolam Lake Country Park has lakeside walks, woodland tracks, open grassed areas for all to enjoy making it perfect for picnics and is just 5-minutes away.
Further afield, Alnwick Castle is just 50-minutes away and is a must-visit for any Harry Potter fans while the iconic Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman’s biggest British building project that still dominates the county’s landscape almost 2,000 years after it was built, is just an hour away. For beach bums, Northumberland’s coastline is truly stunning, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it stretches for 40 miles and is a must-visit, Bamburgh Castle, Druridge Bay, Holy Island and the Farne Islands are all spots we recommend exploring. The coastline can be reached in less than 40-minutes from Belsay Manor House.
For those who prefer a little more hustle and bustle, the vibrant city of Newcastle is less than a 30-minute car journey away from the house, here visitors will enjoy excellent shopping and fantastic bars and restaurants. Newcastle Airport is just 20-minutes away, making Bolam an accessible base, ideal for a reunion of friends or family.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport | Newcastle-upon-Tyne(16km) | ||
| Nearest Town/City | Newcastle-upon-Tyne(25.6km) | ||
| Nearest Village | Belsay(4km) | ||
| Nearest Supermarket | Sainsburys Ponteland(15km) | ||
| Nearest Restaurant | Tomahawk Steakhouse Ponteland(8.2km) | ||
| Nearest Bar/Pub | The Beresford Arms, Whalton(8.3km) | ||
| Nearest Golf | Ponteland Golf Club(13.5km) | ||
| Nearest Beach | Blyth Beach(33km) | ||
Kids
Belsay Manor House makes an excellent choice for families travelling with children, a number of the bedrooms can be set up with twin beds making them ideal for siblings, cousins or friends sharing while a travel cot and highchair are available on request. The children are bound to enjoy exploring the large gardens or visiting the animals at the near-by Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens. The Northumberland coastline features a number of family-friendly beaches with miles of golden sands, ice cream vans and fish and chip restaurants, the beach at Blyth is one of our favourites for the whole family.
BABY AND TODDLER EQUIPMENT
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
KIDS ACTIVITIES CLOSE-BY
- Easy By Train
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Extras
At Sun Villa Escapes we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday.
We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning
– Private chef/cook/catering
– Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
– Local day-trips or tours
– Airport pick-up/drop-off
– Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 20 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25th 2021 – Dec 17th 2021 | £3,769 | £4,599 | £5,430 | £5,809 |
| Dec 17th 2021 – Jan 7th 2022 | – | – | – | £5,809 |
| Jan 7th 2022 – Feb 11th 2022 | £2,749 | £3,339 | £3,929 | £4,126 |
| Feb 11th 2022 – Feb 21st 2022 | £3,769 | £4,599 | £5,430 | £5,809 |
| Feb 21st 2022 – Mar 25th 2022 | £2,749 | £3,296 | £3,825 | £3,825 |
| Mar 25th 2022 – Apr 11th 2022 | £3,769 | £4,599 | £5,430 | £5,809 |
| Apr 11th 2022 – Apr 29th 2022 | £3,055 | £3,660 | £4,233 | £4,233 |
| Apr 29th 2022 – May 6th 2022 | £3,769 | £4,599 | £5,430 | £5,809 |
| May 6th 2022 – May 27th 2022 | £3,055 | £3,660 | £4,233 | £4,233 |
| May 27th 2022 – Jun 3rd 2022 | £3,769 | £4,599 | £5,430 | £5,809 |
| Jun 3rd 2022 – Jul 15th 2022 | £3,361 | £4,031 | £4,687 | £4,687 |
| Jul 15th 2022 – Sep 2nd 2022 | £3,769 | £4,599 | £5,430 | £5,809 |
| Sep 2nd 2022 – Sep 26th 2022 | £3,361 | £4,031 | £4,687 | £4,687 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote please enquire.
T&C’s
TERMS & CONDITIONS
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £500 to be paid prior to arrival and to be refunded in full subject to a damage inspection on departure |
| Arrival time | 3pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Friday or Monday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay at weekends, there is a 4-night minimum across mid-week dates |
| Pets welcome? | No pets |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that the owners do live on-site however in a completely separate building and so guests retain total privacy. |
| Other 2 | No stag do’s permitted |
| Other 3 | Please note that unless you book the entire Estate exclusively there is a chance there may be guests staying in the neighbouring Annex wing. However, you will still retain plenty of privacy. |
- Features
Chateaux & Castles – Wifi – Historical Sites – BBQ – Smart TV – Easy By Train
