Blue Hemmel is in magical location in a designated dark sky area, perfect for stargazers.
The cheerful open plan living area is enough to make anyone smile.
The range cooker with five gas rings and two ovens really does lend itself to creating delicious dishes.
Super-king bedroom 1 has a superb view to match.
Feel like a film star whilst soaking in the claw foot bath, enjoy bubbles in the bath and bubbles in your glass.
With 800 acres to explore, time to get your boots on.
Bring your walking boots and experience the wonders of the Northumbrian countryside.
The sofa is comfy and cosy. Wallow in the heat from the wood-burner and relax after a day exploring the forest.
Stoke up the fire, pour a glass of wine and pull up the cute 'cow' side table.
Uber trendy light fittings sit alongside the original beams, a marriage of old and new.
A corner for the thinkers and whisky drinkers.
A larder full of essentials.
With cook books aplenty and a superbly equipped kitchen there will be no shortage of willing masterchefs.
The Quooker tap is so handy, you'll wonder how you managed without one.
Try out some new recipes and amaze your friends and family.
Whatever your pleasure there is space enough for everyone, watch a film, play a game, nibble on cake or froth up a cappuccino, you are on holiday after all.
Afternoon tea anyone?
Watch the cook at work.
The fluffy sheep watch from on high.
Dogs are well catered for!
The utility-room has a washing machine, air fryer, and very useful ice making machine. Kick off your boots and hang up your coats in here too.
A fantastically glamorous bathroom, take a shower or soak in the bath, you choose.
A double sink in the family bathroom, move over darling!
Breakfast in bed is a holiday treat.
Who wouldn't want to curl up on the furry chair and take in the magnificent view.
The beautifully recycled bedside cabinets have a nifty little pull out table.
An en suite shower-room to make you feel uplifted whenever you step inside.
Style and quality are the order of the day.
Stylish 1920's inspired design takes centre stage in this gorgeous king-size bedroom
King-size bedroom 2 showcases vintage artwork and full width French windows.
Original beams adorn bedroom 2.
Bedroom 2 is an art deco inspired room with amazing views.
Designed for younger members of the party but perfect for anyone who appreciates the quirky styling of this twin bedroom.
Himalayan salt lamps shine a light on your game playing or book reading but open the door and you find yourself in the rear garden with sheep peeping over the fence.
Curl up with a good book.
Perch on a mushroom stool and deal the cards.
This pad is specially balanced for the telescope, wait for a clear night and the twinkling stars will amaze you.
Keep the gates closed or the sheep will soon come to join you!
Moorland heather with The Blue Hemmel sitting romantically in the mist.
The skies are truly unbelievable, make a wish when you see a shooting star.
Inquisitive sheep.
The neighbours!
Beautiful Hexham Abbey is well worth a visit.
Hadrian's Wall looks stunning bathed in sunlight.
The Blue Hemmel
545014 miles NW of Hexham | Sleeps 6 + 2 cots*
7 Nights from £936
Mr Lakey June 2026
A wonderful, peaceful retreat and stargazers escape, in the Kielder forest area of Northumberland. A well equipped and beautifully modern barn-converted cottage. We had a splendid time. Two observatory and stargazing centres within an hour’s drive in the dark skies park. ...
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Mr Palmer April 2026
Absolutely wonderful stay in a beautiful cottage in a unique location.
Mrs McGurk January 2026
Blue Hemmel is the most remote and magical cottage we have ever stayed in, and we completely loved our stay. It was very cold whilst we were there, so we didn't do very much, apart from chill in this lovely cottage which is very well equipped, warm and comfortable. Lovely walks for the dogs from the door. Owner extremely helpful and easy to contact with questions etc, but without being invasive in any way. Highly recommend listening to the playlists he has put together, they are great :-) We definitely plan to return, maybe in slightly warmer weather when we will be able to watch the wildlife more in the longer daylight hours. We would extremely highly recommend Blue Hemmel to anyone....
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Mr Williams April 2026
We prefer our staycations to be ‘north of the wall’ and this one was no exception, even if it was only north of Hadrian’s Wall by a couple of miles! Northumberland is stunningly beautiful so we couldn’t resist the opportunity to stay in the west of the county in a restored 1860’s barn in the heart of Wark Forest. The Blue Hemmel is a labour of love for owner Simon, it is comfortably quirky, with lots of interesting music memorabilia, and set in a peaceful location on the family’s farmland. We enjoyed a relaxing weekend here, making the most of the cottage’s many amenities; log burner, outdoor fire pit, games, cards, books, listening to the birds, stargazing, watching the furry neighbours (sheep, cows, and a weasel) and reliving magical memories to the backdrop of some wicked tunes on the record player. As well also making new memories by spending some much needed quality time together as a family exploring the local area....
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Mrs Stacey October 2025
A really lovely property with all you need for a lovely holiday . We booked for the location and were not disappointed.
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