About Barn Owl

Barn Owl is a contemporary ground-floor lodge set within 500 acres of woodland in Northumberland National Park. Located on the outskirts of Otterburn, this stylish property sleeps six guests and welcomes one dog. The lodge sits among a small collection of holiday homes with established woodland walking routes right on your doorstep.

The surrounding area offers direct access to Kielder Forest and Waters. Dark skies make this perfect for stargazing. Red squirrels visit regularly and deer roam the grounds. A scenic beck runs through the site alongside an unfenced lake.

The accommodation features three bedrooms: one king-size with en-suite shower room, one double and one twin. The main bathroom has a bath with overhead shower. The open-plan living space includes a kitchen fitted in August 2020 with electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Freeview Smart TV with Netflix and WiFi keep everyone connected.

Kielder Observatory lies nearby for astronomy enthusiasts. Hadrian's Wall runs 15 miles south (25 minutes). Alnwick Castle sits 29 miles east (40 minutes). The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre is 12 miles away (20 minutes).

Barn Owl combines private hot tub relaxation with outdoor adventures. Perfect for families and dog walkers who want peaceful woodland surroundings.

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Need To Know

✓Electric central heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
✓Freeview smart tv, netflix, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair and travel cot available on request
✓Off-road parking for two cars
✓Private decking with hot tub and seating
✓One well-behaved dog welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 1.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles
✓Note: barbecues and fireworks are not permitted on-site
✓Note: there are 5 steps up to the decking
✓Note: the property is set within 500-acres of woodland grounds shared with other guests
✓Note: there is an unfenced lake in the grounds
✓Note: aug 2020 this property has now been fitted with a new kitchen
✓There can be no electric vehicle charging at this property

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Barn Owl Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Barn Owl during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Kielder Observatory

Distance: 8 miles

NE48 1HQ

Hadrian's Wall

Distance: 15 miles

NE47 7AN

The Sill Discovery Centre

Distance: 12 miles

NE47 7AN

Kielder Forest Trails

Distance: 6 miles

NE48 1ER

Estate Woodland Routes

Distance: On-site

NE19 1HE

Bellingham Walking Routes

Distance: 7 miles

NE48 2BS

Otterburn Village Shop

Distance: 1.1 miles

NE19 1NP

Bellingham Shops

Distance: 7 miles

NE48 2BS

Otterburn Mill

Distance: 1.5 miles

NE19 1JT

Coach House Hotel

Distance: 0.2 miles

NE19 1HE

Bellingham Golf Course

Distance: 7 miles

NE48 2BS

Kielder Water

Distance: 8 miles

NE48 1BT

Kielder Observatory

Distance: 8 miles

NE48 1HQ

Hadrian's Wall

Distance: 15 miles

NE47 7AN

The Sill Discovery Centre

Distance: 12 miles

NE47 7AN

Kielder Forest Trails

Distance: 6 miles

NE48 1ER

Estate Woodland Routes

Distance: On-site

NE19 1HE

Bellingham Walking Routes

Distance: 7 miles

NE48 2BS

Otterburn Village Shop

Distance: 1.1 miles

NE19 1NP

Bellingham Shops

Distance: 7 miles

NE48 2BS

Otterburn Mill

Distance: 1.5 miles

NE19 1JT

Coach House Hotel

Distance: 0.2 miles

NE19 1HE

Bellingham Golf Course

Distance: 7 miles

NE48 2BS

Kielder Water

Distance: 8 miles

NE48 1BT

Is Barn Owl Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The outdoor cinema with large projector screen keeps children entertained during evenings. Red squirrels visit the window feeder daily, providing natural wildlife watching. The dartboard and games area offer additional entertainment. Kielder Forest nearby has cycling trails and water activities. A highchair and travel cot are available on request. The 500-acre woodland grounds provide endless exploration opportunities for adventurous youngsters.

For Couples

The private hot tub under dark Northumberland skies creates romantic evenings after woodland walks. Exceptional stargazing opportunities exist thanks to minimal light pollution in this National Park location. The en-suite king-size bedroom offers privacy and comfort. Peaceful surroundings with just a small collection of neighbouring lodges ensure tranquillity. Red squirrels and deer provide natural entertainment. The on-site pub sits just 0.2 miles away for convenient dining.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved dog is welcome at Barn Owl. The 500-acre woodland estate provides exceptional walking opportunities right from your door with established trails throughout. Red squirrels and deer roam the grounds, creating exciting scents for canine companions. The unfenced lake requires supervision. Otterburn village sits 1.1 miles away with additional walking routes. The ground-floor layout means no stairs for older dogs to navigate.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Barn Owl

Coach House Hotel

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE19 1HE

Elsdon Coffee Shop

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE19 1AA

The Pheasant Inn

Located 11 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE48 2DD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Barn Owl

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Barn Owl has a private hot tub on the decking. The hot tub is checked daily and maintained at a warm temperature for guest use throughout your stay.

Is it pet friendly?

One well-behaved dog is welcome at Barn Owl. The 500-acre woodland grounds provide excellent walking opportunities for dogs, though the on-site lake is unfenced.

How many guests does Barn Owl sleep?

The lodge sleeps six guests across three bedrooms: one king-size with en-suite, one double and one twin. A travel cot is available on request for families with babies.

What kitchen facilities are available?

The kitchen was completely refitted in August 2020 with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Everything you need for self-catering is provided in this modern space.

Is there parking at the property?

Off-road parking for two cars is available at Barn Owl. Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at this property, so plan your charging stops accordingly.

What entertainment is provided?

The lodge has Freeview Smart TV with Netflix and WiFi inside. Outside you'll find a large projector screen for outdoor cinema, plus a games area with dartboard.

Are there shops and pubs nearby?

A local shop sits 1.1 miles away in Otterburn village. The on-site Coach House pub and restaurant is just 0.2 miles from the lodge for convenient dining.

What outdoor facilities does the lodge have?

The private decking features the hot tub, outdoor seating and the large projector screen. Five steps lead up to the decking area from ground level.

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Barn Owl Reviews

Overall the holiday was fantastic the lodge was lovely and peaceful, plenty of wildlife and some lovely walks majority of walks were within a 1020 minute drive of we wanted something longer. Just a few downfalls where that it advertised a screen was available for outside this was incorrect and this was no longer available. It also advertised a Restaurant and pub on site again incorrect the restaurant was closed and the pub only opened Wednesday to Sunday 59pm and only had 2 bottles of beer. literally. We would 100 come back for sure but we do feel the lodge needed a few minor updates such as window in ensuite broken and would open. The hot tub lights didnt work. We would recommend the lodge and the area though.

Andrea

On first appearance the Lodge looked lovely, however once inside it was very clear no deep clean had been done after the last guests. All mirrors, glass surfaces and windows were still heavily marked and dirty. The oven door was dirty and stained and the back splash still had grease on. I myself did a full clean before we could settle in. The bathroom door wouldnt open properly without considerable force and it just all seemed like there is very little upkeep of the property. One of the bathroom windows wouldnt open. A broken blind string. A faulty living room heater. We felt it was very disappointing for the cost of the week and some general maintenance and considerably better housekeeping needs to take place.

Barn Owl was a lovely lodge, it was very comfortable and spotless, the little extra touches were very much appreciated. The hot tub was lovely and if course the dark skies were a bonus. Would definitely recommend this lodge,and hope to return in the coming year

Richard

This lodge is gorgeous, spacious and in a great location. We had a brilliant time and the owners are so helpful especially as we left some stuff there and had to retrieve it. Location its about 30 mins drive to Scottish Border, we crossed over and visited Jedburgh. Its on outside of Otterburn village and theres a love pubcoffee shop in Elsdon about 10 mins drive away. Its also a great location to hop onto the top road to Kielder.

Beautiful well maintained and comfortable property. My husband's hobby is photography so this was an excellent place to capture the squirrels in their natural habitat. We loved the little squirrel feeder on the window, the squirrels were adorable each with their own characters when the came to feed. Dark night sky to absolutely amazing so many stars just wished we could have stayed longer. Loved the hot tub and the decking area below, but didn't need the outdoor tvscreen facility. Beautiful lodge we will most certainly be returning. Amazing so peaceful and relaxing ....thank you x

Lauren

Lovely lodge in lovely area. The site its self is quite run down, however the lodge and hot tub was beautiful. The lodge is equipped with everything you could need, and we were greeted with a welcome hamper which was a lovely touch. The checkin in process was seamless, property was clean and presented beautifully. Check out is 10am, which was reasonable along with check out procedure. Spent 2 days at Kielder forest which was lovely plus ate at Bellingham. Local shop however is expensive ensure you take or get a grocery delivery. The outdoor cinema was a lovely touch however we were unable to get the signal to work which was a shame but did not ruin our stay. Beautiful stay, excellent lodge and brilliant amenities thank you.

The most lovely place to stay ! Had the best week

Beautiful lodge and excellent decor. . we're already planning a return trip next year

Isabella

Had a lovely time at Barn Owl lodge, the lodge was comfortable, spotless and the outside area was an extra bonus with the hot tub, outside cinema and games area. Also plenty of seating areas outside. The information folder had everything you needed to know about the lodge from the cooker, to washing machine to heating. The welcome basket was a nice touch, thank you. Hoping to return next year

Catherine

Had a great stay. Used it as a base for cycling round Kielder Reservoir. Saw lots of wildlife deer and a pair of kingfishers by the lake. Would recommend.

Tracey

The property was in a great location and the welcome hamper was a lovely touch from the owners, as well as the very comprehensive email detailing all we needed to know about the accommodation. However I was very disappointed with the cleanliness of the accommodation. On arrival the windows were filthy and covered in marks, so much so, I cleaned them myself. I also had to sweep the outside area, which was covered in debris. The walls of the accommodation were also very dirty, and needed a wipe, or touch up. The bin in the main bathroom was very dirty and didnt appear to have been wiped for some time, as were the towel rails in both bathrooms. There were substantial cobwebs in the ensuite and the shower cubicle was dirty and had mould on some of the tiles. The kitchen however, was very clean. I noted that the feedback on the reviews for this property and in the guest book were all very positive and therefore I can only conclude that this was a lapse in standards on this occasion? As a result I dont think it would be fair to make my comments public, so please do not publish this feedback, but I would like them passed onto the owners so that they can act on my feedback as they see fit. I did try to email the owner during my stay, but for some reason I was unable to send it via my phone.

Colette

Absolutely loved everything about the lodge gorgeous. The setting and area stunning, it has to be seen. A couple of issues out the control of the owner, but dealt with immediately without causing any problems to us. The hottub checked daily and very warm

Nicola

The Owner was brilliant and offered lots of information for our arrival. The property is situated on a small and quiet site and the decked area where the hot tub was basked in glorious weather all weekend. This made it perfect for the relaxing break we required. Also, the large screen on an evening was perfect for the kids who stay up late watching Netflix at home. Having this facility meant we were all still together making memories. Before we left the kids were asking when we could go back and if we could stay longer next time. I think that says it all and we were all in agreement that we will return and visit local attractions such as Kielder observatory with the grandchild. Shout out to the hot tub man also who was lovely!

Charlotte

Absolutely beautiful lodge, all the facilities you could need. Plenty of space for our family of 6 to spread out and enjoy our break. Unfortunately the fuse blew when we tried to use the grill in the oven, and the TV had a very weak signal, but we used the Firestick instead for the kids in the evening. The owner was very kind to send the kids jackets that we had left hanging on the back of the door. Overall, definitely recommend this place, the location is lovely and the hot tub was a treat!

Christopher

Barn Owl Lodge is a lovely place to stay. My family had a great time exploring the area. The accommodation was lovely, very comfortable & everything met our expectations. The hot tub & outside screen were a real bonus. Evenings spent in the hot tub gazing up at the stars then watching a film on the outside screen. Surrounded by fascinating wildlife with red squirrels running about. Would defiantly recommend as a wonderful place to stay.

Christopher

We had a fantastic 5 days in Barn Owl cottage. The hot tub, outside cinema and dart board were brilliant. The lodge was lovely and spacious. The WiFi was fab. The lodge is in a lovely peaceful location. Highly recommended

Lovely property well serviced. Everything you needed was available and owner easy to contact and very obliging, ideal for dog walkers.

Michelle

A great place to stay will definitely be booking again.

Sharon

We paid almost double what the other lodges on site are listed at for the outdoor facilities The Barn Owl offered however after the first night of trying the hot tub there was what I can only describe as a midge epidemic, which left myself and my friend with over 70 bites! We did receive an email after we arrived saying Ps..... just a suggestion bring some mozzie spray, i tried to get some to leave in lodge but village shop has sold out. X We could not use the outdoor facilities or leave the windows or doors open on a particularly hot weekend. My advice to any traveller would be if you want to use any outdoor facilities make sure you cover every bit of skin and bring jungle mozzie spray! The pub onsite said this is standard to have this many midges. Which serves lovely food by the way, would highly recommend the pub just not the lodge.

Antony

Great accommodation with high spec throughout. Lovely quiet location close to a small supermarket and with an excellent onsite pubrestaurant. Plus excellent, highly responsive service from the owner. Book it!

The lodge was well situated, equipped and comfortable. The hot tub was great as was the covered outdoor seating areaprojector screen.

We had an excellent and very comfortable stay in a really lovely area. It wasn't really apparent in the listing that it was in quite a large camp of lodges so that we were overlooked a bit although the fences did afford some privacy. The lodge was clean and prepared very well although a shame that the wine glasses had been put away rather dirty. There are lovely walks in the woods and the red squirrels were a bonus! Bring some monkey nuts they love them. If it had been a little warmer the outdoor cinema projector would have been amazing! We would certainly stay again. I did speak to the owner with a couple of queries and she was very helpful and pleasant and easy to contact.

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Barn Owl, Otterburn

About Barn Owl

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Barn Owl Attractions & Days Out

Is Barn Owl Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Coach House Hotel

Elsdon Coffee Shop

The Pheasant Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Barn Owl Reviews