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 Coach House, as its name suggests, was originally a working coach-house, built in the 19th Century. This detached property as been lovingly restored to offer substantial accommodation, yet retains much of its original charm through exposed beams and an open fire. With 3 bedrooms, it offers accommodation for up to 6 people. Although it is very close to the banks of the river, the front garden is enclosed by walls, so any children are safe in the event that they are unsupervised. This also offers excellent opportunities for outdoor dining and summer barbecues. The property also boasts its own all-weather tennis-court and a stocked fishing-lake which visitors can use with prior arrangement through the owner. Please note: Strictly two well-behaved dogs welcome, this property cannot accommodate any more dogs.

Unofficially recognised as the capital of the Tyne Valley, it is a picturesque collection of stone houses nestling on the banks of the North Tyne river. This part of Northumbria is steeped in history and a wide range of historical monuments and buildings pay testament to the region's past. Hadrian's Wall is a short drive and the origins of Bellingham itself can be traced back to Roman times. In addition, the local countryside remains unspoilt and much of it is cared for by the National Trust, offering ample opportunities for walking, riding and other outdoor pursuits. The countryside also acts as home to a variety of wildlife and there are a number of nature reserves from which you can observe animals in their natural habitat.