Tutors Lodge
Price from £455 - 10% Winter Offer now available for bookings between 3rd November to 19th December 2025
Sleeps 4
2 Bedrooms
Child Friendly
Pet Friendly
Relax, unwind or start each day with a new adventure. Enjoy the beauty of Northumberland’s National Park in your own unique way…
Sitting 1400 feet above sea level the views across the Upper Coquet Valley are truly amazing and with walking and cycling right from your doorstep, there is no better place in which to start your Northumberland adventure.
Tutors Lodge once formed part of the Farmhouse and sits in the heart of the Kidlandlee estate. The warmth of the Aga invites you into this rather quaint cottage housing two bedrooms, twin room can become a Super King on request, family bathroom and cosy living space.
Accommodation
This beautiful stone Farmhouse also formed part of Kidland School and it is said that the Tutor once lived in a room on this side of the building. Steeped in history and beautifully renovated Tutors lodge is the perfect place to start your Northumberland adventure.
An old stone surround in the open plan living space houses a log burner fuelled by wind felled logs from the land creating a perfect space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring.
The warmth of the vibrant blue Aga framed in equally blue Fired Earth tiles bring a certain quirkiness and old style feel to this cottage.
The slate extension houses two bedrooms one twin which can be made into a king size bed and the master bedroom housing a king size bed too. The bathroom has a separate bath and walk-in shower and luxury bath products from Penhaligon’s of London for you to indulge in.
A luxury Hospitality basket full of local goodies and a bottle of Berry Bros & Rudd English Sparkling wine greets you on arrival along with a starter pack of bread, milk, eggs and butter popped away in the kitchen.
With a shared garden at the front to star gaze and enjoy the views and your own private garden to the rear there is plenty of space to watch the wildlife amble along over a glass of that Berry Bros & Rudd glass of sparkling wine!
Sitting Room
Two-seater sofa, two armchairs, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player (DVD’s not provided), dining space with seating & wood burning stove.
Kitchen
Equipped with an oil fuelled Aga, gas hob, fridge freezer, microwave & washing machine.
Please note there is no dishwasher since the off-grid power supply is unable to support both a dishwasher and washing machine.
Bedroom One
King size double bed, side tables, stool, wardrobe with hanging & a chest of draws.
Bedroom Two
The Zip and Link bed that can be made into a either Super king size bed or two singles on request, built in wardrobe & chest of draws.
Bathroom
Bath with separate walk in shower, heated towel rail, underfloor heating, wash basin & WC.
Heating
Oil central heating throughout the property. Underfloor heating in the extension. Wood burning stove in the sitting room.
Wind felled logs & kindling are provided and can be topped up from the log store.
Guest Amenities
High quality cotton bed linen and towels are provided for guests along with luxury guest toiletries from Penhaligons of London.
A hairdryer is provided as well as an iron, ironing board, clothes airer and Ecover non-bio zero % detergent and fabric conditioner for laundry.
Welcome Pack
With the help of Tully’s of Rothbury, a gift bag of locally sourced products awaits you along with a bottle of Berry Bros & Rudd English sparkling wine & a starter pack of eggs, bread, milk & butter.
Vegan, Dairy Free & Non-Alcoholic options are available but must be booked in advance.
Dogs
Well-behaved dogs are welcome to accompany their humans at a cost of £20 per dog, per stay and will receive a little hospitality gift bag.
If you provide your own throws/blankets, they are allowed on the sofas.
They are allowed to sleep in their own beds in the bedrooms but please not in or on human beds, these are just for you.
Please note that there are some breeds that we are unable to accept so do check our T&Cs at section 11 before booking.
Gardens and Grounds
There is a private enclosed garden to the rear of the property with outside furniture. An Outback barbecue will be available in the spring and summer months. The garden to the front of the cottage is shared with the adjoining School House but does have its own sitting area.
Star Gazing Kits
Stargazing kits are available to hire at this property at £25.00
The kit will include a flask for two, Choc Affair hot chocolate powder, Choc Affair chocolate bar, Northumberland Bakery biscuits, two hot water bottles, Stargazing for Beginners Guide, 2025 Guide to the Night Sky, a practical guide to the key constellations, 10×50 Binoculars, travel telescope, large picnic rug and two fleece blankets.
On-Site Spa Cabin
We have teamed up with Glo who have created Rest and Unwind and Glo Platinum treatments that we think you will love in our dedicated treatment room right here on site along with the wonderful Penny from Ahlam Massage who will join you here in the cabin, offering a range of treatments.
Our rustic, wooden cabin heated using wind felled logs to create a warm and inviting space in keeping with our ‘Green’ ethos.
Babies & Children
A travel cot and highchair are available on request but please note that we do not supply mattresses or cot bedding.
Accessibility Statement
The Accessibility Statement for Tutors lodge can be viewed on request.
Wi-fi and Mobile Coverage
We now have fibre broadband in each cottage and you will also find a good 4G signal with most mobile providers.
Off-Grid
Our cottages are powered by solar trackers and wind turbines, water is pumped from two boreholes and filtered on-site, and two biowaste systems naturally treat and dispose of your wastewater.
Wind-felled logs from the land are used for our log stores and everything we do is as sustainable and eco-friendly as possible. It is a different way of life which I am sure you will enjoy experiencing.
No Smoking or Candles
The property is strictly non-smoking and due to new fire regulations candles are no longer permitted in or outside of the cottages.
Parking
There is parking for two cars to the side of Tutors Lodge.
Electric Car Charging
We are very limited as to how many car chargers we can have at present as we are off-grid and are powered by wind and solar. The Oak, The Maple and The Hemmel have their own chargers but all other cottages currently do not.
Our villages of Alwinton and Harbottle now have charging points outside the local inns and the food is great, so charging in the evenings couldn’t be nicer. 🙂
Due to insurance and safety plugging your car into domestic plug sockets at the cottages is not permitted.
Access – Important
While the cottage is situated in a fabulous, secluded position, it is important to note that this is accessed by a three-mile-long Forestry Commission track which comprises loose gravel and cattle grids. This is steep in places and care should be taken, especially during the winter months, as any adverse weather can leave the track rutted. Please drive slowly paying particular attention to the road surface. Sports cars and low-suspension vehicles should be avoided. Please be advised that during the winter months of November through to March we recommend winter tyres and a 4×4 vehicle if possible. You will be climbing to 1400 feet above sea level and the extra grip is recommended. Please contact us if you have any concerns.
Local amenities
A drive of 4 miles will take you into Harbottle where you will find our little local pub The Star Inn. The little village shop at the back can provide you with essentials and whilst there it is worth checking out their amazing menu! Takeaways are just the ticket if you don’t feel like cooking.
Thropton (12 miles) has two pubs including the highly regarded Three Wheat Heads, a traditional 300-year-old coaching inn which has a cosy lounge bar and fine dining restaurant serving a varied and interesting menu using fine local produce from the Coquet Valley. The village also has a Shell Spa and petrol station.
The charming village of Rothbury (14 miles) has a super selection of independent shops, galleries, pubs and cafes as well as a deli, bakery and butcher’s shop. It is worth taking a stroll along the river bank too whilst you are there as it is quite picturesque.
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