Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

The cottage is set over three floors and has two bedrooms: a lower-ground-floor king-size with freestanding bath, heated towel rail and en-suite cloakroom with basin and WC, and a twin. There is a shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, along with a kitchen and living/dining room with woodburning stove. Central heating is electric with underfloor heating and amenities include electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. For entertainment there is a Smart TV, WiFi and selection of books. Fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels are all included. Outsied there is off-road parking, a side courtyard with furniture and guests have access to field with picnic bench. Sorry, pets and smoking are not permitted. The nearest shop and pub are 2.1 miles away. Note: There is livestock around the property. Note: Children under six are not allowed at this property. The Barn is a quirky setting to explore the delights of Northumberland.

The picturesque town of Matfen is located in the Northumberland countryside. Visit Matfen Village Store and Café, a pleasant site to pick up your self-catering needs, and Matfen Black Bull, a charming country local bar. The historic Hadrian's Wall is just a few miles north, with a prehistoric standing stone nearby. Enjoy an indulgent spa day or a round of golf on the outstanding course at Matfen Hall or jump through the treetops at Go Ape Matfen.