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Hexham, Northumberland

Housesteads

The exterior of Housesteads, Northumberland
The exterior of Housesteads, Northumberland | © National Trust Images \ Roger Coulam
The sitting room at Housesteads, Hexham, Northumberland
Countryside autumn view at Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort, Northumberland

Housesteads

A restored Victorian farmhouse just a short walk from the ruins of Housesteads Roman Fort.

The sitting room at Housesteads, Hexham, Northumberland
Countryside autumn view at Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort, Northumberland
The exterior of Housesteads, Northumberland
The kitchen at Housesteads, Hexham, Northumberland
The double bedroom at Housesteads, Hexham, Northumberland
The twin bedroom at Housesteads, Hexham, Northumberland
The single bedroom at Housesteads, Hexham, Northumberland

© National Trust / Roger Coulam

A restored Victorian farmhouse just a short walk from the ruins of Housesteads Roman Fort.

At a glance

Guests
5
Bedrooms
3
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
017011
Acorn rating

About Housesteads

Housesteads is a beautifully-restored Victorian farmhouse packed with original features. The 19th-century building was once the home of the Thompsons, the then custodians of Hadrian’s Wall.

A short stroll from the holiday home is the ruins of Housesteads Fort. Explore this ancient Roman ruin as well as a particularly impressive section of the wall.

Drive 10 miles from Housesteads and you’ll reach  Allen Banks and Staward Gorge. This stunning corner of Northumberland is ideal for long woodland walks. 
 

Features and facilities

  • Cot & high chair, available
  • Fridge, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • Television, available
  • WiFi, available
  • Garden, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Telephone, not available
  • DVD, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • BBQ, not available

Location

Accessibility

Parking next to cottage. Ground floor facilities. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Entrance porch, sitting room with open fire, large kitchen/dining room with multi-fuel stove, one single bedroom, bathroom with shower.

First floor layout

Two bedrooms (one double with 5' bed and one twin), shower room with lavatory.

More information

Heating: The cottage is heated by oil powered central heating and a log burner and open fire.

Garden: Lawn area to the front of the cottage, with gravelled seating area to the side.

Parking: Parking available for two cars next to the cottage.

*WiFi: This is now available, but please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon. We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT.

Please note: There is a farm gate leading into the cottage, which must be kept closed.

Wild Escapes: Housesteads is featured in our new travel book, Wild Escapes, available to buy online or in National Trust shops. From rugged coastline to secluded woodland, it's filled with inspiration from far-reaching corners of the UK for your next adventure.