Curlew Cottage – Luxury Accessible Holiday Cottage in Northumberland

Set within the award-winning Beacon Hill Farm estate, Curlew Cottage offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and accessibility for guests seeking a memorable disabled holiday in Northumberland. This stylish stone-built, single-storey property sits alongside Kestrel and Merlin Cottages in an elevated position to the west of the estate, boasting uninterrupted views across open countryside and moorland.

This accessible holiday property in Northumberland has been awarded 5 Stars Gold by Visit England and holds a Mobility M2 accessibility grading, making it ideal for guests with limited mobility or wheelchair users. The cottage is thoughtfully designed with ramped access, a spacious tiled hallway, and level thresholds throughout. All three bedrooms – including a master with super-king bed and en-suite, and two twin rooms (one also en-suite) – are large enough for full wheelchair access and transfer. The family bathroom features a roll-in shower, accessible WC with grab rails, and a bath with support handles. A shower wheelchair and bath seat can be provided on request.

Inside, guests will find a stylish, open-plan kitchen with granite worktops, an American-style fridge/freezer, washer-dryer, and dishwasher. The large oak dining table comfortably seats ten. The separate living room is a welcoming retreat, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood-burning stove, and doors that open onto a private sandstone terrace and garden – the perfect spot to enjoy those sweeping rural views.

Curlew Cottage is part of the exclusive Beacon Hill Farm, a 360-acre private estate offering luxury self-catering cottages and outstanding facilities for a disabled spa holiday. Just a short, garden-lined stroll from the cottage, guests can access the estate’s superb spa. Open 365 days a year from 7am to 9pm, the spa is wheelchair accessible and includes a 31°C heated pool, steam room, Canadian redwood sauna, and the unique Laconium Therapy Room with heated body-form beds imported from Baden Baden. There’s also a Jacuzzi with stunning garden views, a well-equipped gym, and several relaxing spaces such as the Garden Room and Orangery – all set against the serene backdrop of Northumberland’s countryside.

The on-site Beauty Salon offers a wide range of treatments, from reflexology to massage, and complimentary tea and coffee are available throughout the spa. While the WC at the spa has restricted access, it is reachable by wheelchair and easy to transfer into.

But Beacon Hill Farm is not just about relaxation—it’s a paradise for children too. Families staying at Curlew Cottage have access to a wide range of child-friendly activities and facilities, all just a short walk away. The indoor heated Games Room is packed with fun, including pool, air hockey, table tennis, and table football. Outside, kids will love the covered adventure playground, complete with climbing frame, swings, see-saw, Tarzan course, and Wendy House.

Sporty youngsters can enjoy a football pitch, cricket net, and 14-foot trampoline with safety netting. There’s also a croquet lawn and a year-round tennis court—a tennis coach and racquets are available too. For adventure-lovers, the 40-acre woodland is home to the magical Harry Potter Trail, perfect for exploring, building dens, or even cooking sausages over a supervised campfire with pans provided in the Games Room.

Nature lovers will adore Meg’s Lake, set in a 20-acre reserve, ideal for pond-dipping, frog spotting, or even a wild swim in the summer. The BBQ area at the lake offers the perfect family picnic spot with breathtaking countryside views. Children can also feed the friendly ponies and goats, creating memorable moments with the animals.

Families with bikes can safely store them in a locking bike shed or leave them securely outside the cottage. The estate’s layout ensures privacy for all cottages while still fostering a welcoming and sociable environment for families and children to mix and enjoy the grounds together.

Additional accessible features include parking beside the cottage, a flat path to the entrance, low-level light switches and sockets, and large print information folders. Guests can also borrow a Vecta Sport mobility scooter and lightweight wheelchair, making it easy to explore the gardens and grounds of the estate.

Whether you’re looking for a luxury accessible holiday, a disabled-friendly spa break, or a peaceful countryside escape with inclusive facilities, Curlew Cottage at Beacon Hill Farm offers everything you need to relax, unwind, and explore beautiful Northumberland.