The Reivers Retreat (Haltwhistle)

A lovely ground floor apartment in Haltwhistle, sleeping two in one bedroom. The Reiver's Retreat is a neatly presented ground floor apartment in a conversion of a former draper's shop, on the main street in the heart of the popular little town of Haltwhistle. The apartment sleeps two in a double bedroom. There is also a shower room, kitchen and sitting room with dining area. The apartment retains character features including the very grand windows once afforded to the draper's shop, providing a great view of the passing hustle and bustle of this popular market town. Outside is off-road parking making The Reaver's Retreat an ideal touring base. Amenities: Gas central heating with electric fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio and Nintendo Wii and 1 game, WiFi, selection of books and games. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Off-road parking for 2 cars. One well-behaved dog welcome. Offers cycle hire - Hybrid cycles £18.50 a day or weekly for £70, children's trailer or dogs trailer £5 a day. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 1 min walk. Note: Front door opens onto main shopping street Region: Northumberland is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian's Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife. Town: The small market town of Haltwhistle is a vibrant place, offering a wide range of shops and other amenities. Home to The Black Bull – a proper, old fashioned pub, serving quality food and real ale – the village is a welcoming place to return to following a day of walking, pony trekking or cycling. With the Pennine Way and other great cycle routes and Bridleways running nearby, it's easy to enjoy this stunning scenery, which boasts dramatic castles, surging rivers and beautiful forests. Those interested in the country's history are sure to enjoy a visit to one of the best preserved stretches of Hadrian's Wall, only a mile north of the village, and with an ongoing dig on the site of Vindolanda, it's easy to get in touch with the nation's past. If history isn't your cup of tea, then there is a regular train and bus service in to Newcastle and Carlisle, meaning that you can leave your car behind and enjoy the nightlife the big cities have to offer.