By the Light of the Moon in Newton, Northumberland

By the Light of the Moon Self-Catering

In the heart of the Northumberland countryside, this newly built lodge is packed with style and modern comforts. Amply sized windows show off the views of rolling fields, while the lofty ceilings and open-plan living area create more than enough space for a small group to get comfortable. Sleek and sophisticated, the kitchen has everything you'll need to rustle up hearty breakfasts and Sunday roasts, best enjoyed around the table alongside a bottle of wine and good conversation. Upstairs, the main suite has oodles of room to relax. We love the balcony – the perfect spot to enjoy your coffee in the fresh air – as well as the freestanding bathtub, which beckons for relaxing soaks after a long walk through the country. And even better, guests will have access to the two hot tubs on-site – ideal for bubbling away under the starry night skies.

Make sure to pack your walking shoes as this section of Northumberland is rife for rambling. A ten-minute drive away lies Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens, while waterfront pubs along the River Tyne are about a twenty-minute drive. But if you'd like to pick up the pace, Newscastle is reachable in thirty minutes by car – an excellent option for day trips.

Home truths:
*The second bedroom can be arranged as two single beds on request
*If you're travelling with a larger group, the neighbouring home can be booked alongside this one to give you more space
*The hot tubs are shared with other guests
*This home has a private entrance
*There are no shops or eateries within walking distance, so a car is a must – there's plenty of on-site parking provided
*Please not that the bathtub is freestanding in the bedroom, so it's not completely private
*A high chair can be provided on request