In a unique location 1250 feet up in Northumberland’s Cheviot Hills, Kidlandlee is remote and peaceful, with spectacular uninterrupted views across hills and deep valleys. Far from roads and other buildings, and with no artificial light on the horizon, this is part of the area now ‘officially’ the most tranquil in England.

For walkers and cyclists this is an ideal spot, but for the less energetic Northumberland’s wide sandy beaches and remarkable castles are all within reasonable reach.

The two traditional stone cottages each sleep 4. They are warm, practical and comfortably equipped, and have wood-burning stoves and central heating. Both have a garden area with barbecue. Linen and fuel are all included.

Eco-features

Kidlandlee is three miles from the national grid. Whilst heating and cooking is by gas at present, electricity is supplied by a stand-alone renewable energy system.

A wind turbine and bank of photovoltaic solar panels generate power which is fed to an inverter and is stored in batteries. The inverter converts the battery output to mains power for all sockets and lights. There is a back-up diesel generator for when there is no wind, light or stored power.

The cottages use energy-saving lightbulbs, and environmentally friendly cleaning materials are provided. The water supply is spring-fed.