Tarset Tor Bothies

Highlights

• Wake up in the heart of Northumberland National Park, surrounded by unspoilt landscapes at Tarset Tor Bothies, located on the edge of Kielder Forest.
• Eco-friendly, self-catering holiday homes designed for outdoor lovers, groups of friends and backpackers seeking a comfortable base for adventure.
• Striking timber eco-buildings that seamlessly blend into the natural surroundings, offering a tranquil retreat and perfect base for exploring Northumberland’s beauty.
• Self-contained bothies with open-plan living spaces, biomass pellet stoves, fully-equipped kitchens and spacious dining areas for group meals and socialising.
• Each Bothy sleeps eight across two bedrooms with ensuite showers on the mezzanine, plus a ground-floor toilet for convenience.
• For smaller groups or couples, two of the bothies sleep six with a king size mezzanine bedroom and a family room downstairs with an ensuite WC.
• Tarset Tor is ideally located for a variety of outdoor activities, including cycling, fishing, hiking, archery, bushcraft, canoeing and more, with local activity providers to help create a bespoke itinerary.

You should know

• Groups of people under 21-years old are not allowed unless they are accompanied by a parent.

Wake up in one of Britain’s most unspoilt and breathtaking landscapes at Tarset Tor Bothies, tucked away on the edge of Kielder Forest in the heart of Northumberland National Park. These eco-friendly, self-catering holiday homes are perfectly designed for outdoor lovers, groups of friends, and backpackers who want a comfortable base for their adventure.

The striking timber eco-buildings blend seamlessly into the natural surroundings, offering a tranquil retreat that takes full advantage of this remarkable location. Whether you're gathering with friends or seeking a quiet escape, Tarset Tor is the ideal spot to explore the beauty of Northumberland.

These self-contained bothies provide guests with privacy and peace, featuring open-plan living spaces with efficient biomass pellet stoves, fully equipped kitchens for preparing hearty feasts and spacious dining areas that are perfect for social dinners together as a group.

Each Bothy comfortably sleeps eight guests across two bedrooms with ensuite showers on the mezzanine level, plus a ground-floor toilet for added convenience.

Gather together and relax on the spacious veranda, which offers stunning views stretching all the way to Scotland. This is the ideal place to unwind with a drink in and, catching up with loved ones in the summer sunshine.

For smaller groups or couples, two of the bothies each sleep six guests, with a king size bedroom on the mezzanine and a family room with four beds downstairs, complete with an ensuite WC.

When it comes to filling your days, Kielder Water and Kielder Forest Park have become a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering rugged terrain and countless opportunities for adventure. Tarset Tor is perfectly located to take full advantage of this, with easy access to Kielder’s mountain bike trails, the Reivers Cycle Route, the 7Stanes network and the River Tyne for fishing. The famous Pennine Way and a selection of top golf courses are also nearby.

At Tarset Tor, the owners can help you make the most of your stay by connecting you with local activity providers and specialist instructors. Whether you're interested in cycling, archery, crossbow, bushcraft or salmon fishing, they can curate a bespoke itinerary to suit your interests. Other options include horse riding, canoeing, clay pigeon shooting, foraging, stargazing and more.

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