Elegant Listed former victorian village school in England's last true wilderness

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

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Carrshield, ENG

Nenthead Mines8 min drive
North Pennines15 min drive
Vindolanda26 min drive
Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Shower Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Old Boys School is a sympathetically restored wing of a Grade 2 Listed former victorian village School. Built in 1851 the school closed it's doors to pupils in 1965. The house is situated in the remote and peaceful hamlet of Carrshield in an "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty" - the North Pennines of Northumberland. Carrshield is also in easy reach of Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District, Kielder Forest, the Pennine Way and the C2C cycle route.
Spacious yet cosy, the Old Boys School is a "home from home". The house has been dressed with some of my favourite furniture and artwork from our former family home in Hertfordshire. Some of the maps, artwork and antiques are family heirlooms. Pianists and budding pianists are welcome to play the Bechstein Upright - tuned late 2021. I have recently had installed a highly efficient and modern wood burning stove - enjoy. Bats roost at certain times of year in a small space in the the roof above the main bedroom. You may hear them scratch around a bit. They are completely harmless, endangered and protected by law.

Property manager

Geoff Kiln

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please do not wear outside shoes in the house.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hexham

Located in Hexham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Weardale Museum and Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Pennines and Northumberland National Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching.

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Carrshield, ENG

What's nearby

Nenthead Mines - 8 min drive
North Pennines - 15 min drive
Vindolanda - 26 min drive
Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 26 min drive
Housesteads Roman Fort - 26 min drive

Getting around

Haydon Bridge Station - 22 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

Nent Hall Country House Hotel - 8 min drive
Hive at Nenthead - 5 min drive
The Kings Head - 9 min drive
The George & Dragon Inn - 9 min drive
Miners Arms - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Listed former victorian village school in England's last true wilderness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Listed former victorian village school in England's last true wilderness?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Listed former victorian village school in England's last true wilderness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Listed former victorian village school in England's last true wilderness located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Weardale Museum and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from North Pennines. High Force and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

Lovely property full of character, well-equipped and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fergus M., London, United Kingdom

2 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Old Boys School

This was our second time staying at the Old Boys School and once again we had a fabulous time. The property is lovely and spacious with walks across the surrounding North Pennnine moorland straight from the front door. Hexham is a short drive away with all the amenities you're likely to need. Trips out to places such as Hadrians Wall, the coast, Farne Islands and Kielder Forest are all within driving range for days out. Our host Geoof was on hand if any issues. We would highly recommend the Old Boys School if you're looking to stay in and explore this part of the world.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

19 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort and quiet - A beautiful place to unwind.

Fantastic spacious house with stylish decor and magnificent views. The local area is wild and spectacular. Would recommend to all. Geoff us a great communicator and extremely helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard K., Hastings

13 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We loved the stay ay the Old Boys School. The property was well equipped and had all we needed. Our host Geoff was very helpful and was easy to contact if needed. The views from the property are spectacular and travelling around was equally a pleasure. Would highly recommend as a great place to stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

1 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

We enjoyednour stay the peaceful location and beautiful views.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Geoff Kiln

I am a father of two grown up daughters. I live in Hertfordshire, but have fallen in love with the beautiful county of Northumberland. I bought the Old Boys School back in 2004 and since then have gradually upgraded and improved the house. Over the last couple of years I have renewed the roof and replaced all windows and doors.

Why they chose this property

The Old Boys School has been sympathetically restored and upgraded to provide generous accommodation for up to 6 people.
Carrshield is located in an 'area of outstanding natural beauty' which is incredibly peaceful and unspoilt.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefit of the Old Boys School and Carrshield is the location.
The Lake District, Northumberland heritage coast, Hadrian's Wall and the Scottish borders are all within easy reach.