Oak and Ash Lodge
Spacious two bedroom woodland lodges with Hot tubs
(Sleep 4)
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Oak and Ash Lodge, two spacious, eco-friendly retreats nestled within the serene woodland, just a leisurely stroll from our small quiet campsite.
Crafted with care and utilising heritage techniques, our lodges are fresh and modern, clad in locally sourced Scottish larch to seamlessly blend with their natural surroundings. Powered entirely by solar energy, our lodges embody sustainability, leaving behind only the gentlest of footprints on the earth.
The Historic market town of Morpeth is located in the heart of Northumberland and is an ideal base to explore both the coast & countryside. Morpeth is a lovely market town with a beautiful walk through arcade shopping centre and lots of craft/artisan shops and fabulous restaurants and tea rooms. You can take a stroll along the river Wansbeck or Carlisle Park on to the gatehouse and the ruins of the Castle. Try your hand at river boating, tennis or bowls. Marvel at the Turner Garden inspired by the father of English Botany William Turner who was born and educated in Morpeth. Peruse Morpeth’s regular Wednesday market or learn about Northumbrian Bagpipes in the Bagpipe Museum. Then choose something to remember your visit by at The Chantry Northumbrian Arts and Craft Gallery.
Just 15 minutes drive to the South you can take in the arts and culture of Newcastle City Centre. Or step back in time and visit the Roman forts amongst the dramatic windswept countriside of Hadrian’s Wall. Walk the Cheviots and stop off in Rothbury for tea. Explore Cragside the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity. Have a day out in Alnwick to see Harry Potter’s Castle and the famous Alnwick gardens. Or Discover the heritage of Northumberlands past with a visit to Wallington Hall.
Whether you're seeking enchanting escapades or tranquil respites, the allure of Northumberland beckons, promising an abundance of unforgettable experiences.
Bright airy modern and spacious rooms with views through the trees and farmland beyond out towards the Northumbrian coast. Walks straight from the door around the farms own private nature reserve. Super insulated, full central heating and all your power supplied by solar panels, plus a log fired stove to keep you cosy and warm. Cooking facilities include log fired oven, microwave, slow cooker and a 4 ring gas stove for cooking up winter stews and comforting crumpets with hot melted butter. There is also a fire pit outside with BBQ rack for alfresco dining on warm sunny evenings.
Upon entry, you'll step into a convenient utility space, perfect for stashing outdoor essentials like coats and shoes before venturing further into the lodge.
A Modern kitchen connects through to the inviting lounge area, complete with a digital flat-screen smart television for entertainment, complemented by two plush two-seater sofas. A focal point of the room is the Chilli Penguin log-burning stove, with oven and hot plate offering both cooking facilities and warmth & ambiance for cosy winter evenings. Loose yourself in a good read with from one of the selection of books, or set the mood with background tunes from the radio. French doors lead to the fully enclosed garden area
There are two generously sized bedrooms designed for comfort and relaxation. The first bedroom features a double bed with a memory foam mattress, offering tranquil views of the surrounding farmland. In the second bedroom, two single beds await, accompanied by bedside tables and ample hanging space for your wardrobe essentials.
Freshen up in the modern shower room, with large walk in thermostatic mixer shower, wash hand basin and toilet, alongside ample cupboard space to accommodate all your toiletries.
Heating and Hot Water: While a conventional gas combi boiler provides heating and hot water, we encourage guests to utilize the log burner for a cozy atmosphere on cooler days, adding warmth and charm to your stay.
Externally, each lodge has its own fully fenced private garden, offering a serene setting within the woodland for alfresco dining and leisurely relaxation. French doors extend from the living room out onto a decked dining area, inviting guests to relax and enjoy the views out across the fields to the Northumbrian coast in the distance. A fire pit, complete with a BBQ rack, adds a cosy touch to outdoor gatherings.
For you four-legged friends, direct access to a dedicated dog walking field awaits just beyond the garden gate and a picturesque nature trail winds its way through the farm's tranquil landscape beyond.
Conveniently located, Morpeth is within a leisurely 35 to 40-minute stroll from the lodges.
Parking is hassle-free with a spacious parking area right by the door, accommodating up to three vehicles with ease.
Cooking
The kitchen includes a four ring gas hob and a microwave oven, you will also find an amazing Penguin log burning stove with wood fired oven. Just set the fire away about half an hour before you need to cook anything and then pop a grill pan on the top to do toast, or crumpets or saucepan for your porridge. You can use the oven to cook anything you would put in a normal oven from pizza to casseroles, lasagne or mince and dumplings etc. We also provide a slow cooker which is perfect for cooking in when the sun is shining as it will power the slow cooker all day whilst you are out so you can come back to something yummy and warm at the end of the day. If it's a lovely sunny evening you can cook on the bbq too so you have plenty of options. Plus if you don't fancy cooking, Morpeth has an fantastic array of restaurants and takeaways to cover most tastes in food from good British pub food, to Italian, Greek, Indian, the list goes on. If you fancy a pleasant stroll out for a pub meal its just a 25 minute walk to St Mary's inn which is really good. :-)
log fired hot tubs
Both our lodges have their own private hot tubs. We charge an additional £15 per night to cover the cost of the logs and cleaning costs as we recognise that not all our guests will wish to use them.
It is very important that guests wishing to use the hot tub read our full rules and instructions before attempting to use it.
Eco Credentials
The lodges have all the modern luxuries you would expect from a holiday lodge however they are run by a bank of solar panels and are completely off grid from mains electric. They are well equipped with gas central heating, 4 ring hob and a wood fired oven and cooking stove, a fridge, tv, wifi, phone chargers, shaver socket and a hairdryer.
access
The lodges are all on one level but have a couple of wide steps up to the entrance door. The lodges have large open plan rooms with level access and a shower room.
PETS
We are happy to accept well behaved pets, a gate from the lodge leads you straight out into our dog walking field (please keep dogs on a lead at all times when out on the farm and keep them out of the bedrooms and off the furniture). We do ask that you make sure that you take extra care to clean up after your pet and not to leave it alone in the property at any time. If you absolutely feel you need to allow your dog on the bed please bring your own bedlinen and towels. * If we find any muddy footprints on the furniture or bedlinen we reserve the right to add an additional cleaning charge.
FAMILY FRIENDLY
In addition we can provide:
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Plastic plates, bowls, cups and beakers
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High Chair
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books
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Travel Cot & Mattress
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Plug in night lights