Shellbraes Farm Great Whittington, Matfen, NE19 2HQ, United Kingdom
#1 of 2 hotels in Matfen
Guests' ChoiceBased on 34 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Alan
United KingdomGood location, beautiful countryside. Comfortable and relaxing atmosphere Stone floors in kitchen great for arriving back after a wet muddy walk The large dining table was great for family meals Lots of fridge and freezer space and well equipped.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Ian
United KingdomNothing
Charming property, lots of equipment. Comfortable beds. Welcome pack nice touch.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 August 2023
Barbara
United KingdomGarden a bit small for a good cricket game!
Wonderful old traditional large farmhouse away from the crowds. Well equipped family kitchen. Play room for children with toys next to kitchen. Grand piano (and television ( for cricket lovers!).). Warm comfortable bedrooms, great baths and showers. Enough space to spread out but come together in large kitchen for food. Owners so easy to contact by phone or email and very very helpful. Magical, could not recommend enough.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 July 2023
Lisa
United KingdomNothing
A lovely farm house with lots of space, very well presented and overall just a great place to stay
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 July 2023
Gill
United KingdomNothing - it was perfect
Beautiful, well appointed, everything provided that you could need. Gorgeous location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Fiona
United KingdomAll great!
Amazing property, beautifully furnished and finished to a high standard. Plenty of room for our party of 8 ladies, with a well equipped kitchen and large dining areas. Fabulous views and gorgeous Northumbrian countryside, it was just perfect! Thankyou!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 20 March 2023
Neil
United Kingdomsome of beds could do with new mattresses. But this is being very picky.
wonderful views, fantastic family kitchen.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Alicia
United KingdomNothing
The location was great. The house was very clean, comfortable and spacious.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 22 January 2023
Alexandra1812
United KingdomWe found it a bit chilly upstairs but extra heaters were provided upon request (we stayed there in January)
We loved the house and the peaceful location with gorgeous views. There was plenty of room for the five our us and it was very cozy downstairs. Our little one loved the play room and we really enjoyed the sitting room with the fire at night.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Claire
United KingdomN/A
The house had absolutely everything you could need
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2022
Carol
United Kingdomspacious clean lovely location
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 25 October 2022
Kath
United KingdomAbsolutely wonderful property in a gorgeous area. So much space even for a party of 6 adults and 4 children. The play room was a big hit, the kitchen a great hub and a comfortable living room. All in all a superb stay.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 12 September 2022
Lesley
United KingdomSpacious, comfortable house with lovely views. Three generations enjoyed a great weekend at Shellbraes.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 6 March 2022
Tracy
United KingdomSpace. Looked exactly like the pictures and the owners were incredibly helpful.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 27 February 2022
Paul
United KingdomUpstairs heating in 2 of the bedrooms were cooler than the rest.
Size of accommodation. Privacy of location. Amazing countryside views. Good WiFi. Large well equipped kitchen and dining area.. Plenty of seating throughout for a large group.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 6 February 2022
Aimee
United KingdomI really don’t think there is anything I didn’t like.
The size of the house was great, it was really well stocked I.e utensils in the kitchen. The beds were really comfy and the house was nice and warm. The owners Sam and Vicky are so lovely and accommodating. Cannot wait to book again!
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 31 October 2021
Kirsty
United KingdomWe struggled to turn the heating down as we got a little too warm at times! But this was by no means an issue. We would definitely stay again.
The house was amazing and had plenty of space for us all. It was kept warm and the location was perfect. Fresh flowers and a gift bag including milk was left for us on arrival which We thought was a lovely touch. There was also a parking disk to park in Northumberland which was great.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 27 October 2021
Emma
United KingdomJust a few cobwebs here and there but overall very clean.
Location was beautiful, the house was grand and there was more than enough room for us all. Decor was modern yet had character. Little extras were great e.g. coffee machine, goodie bag on arrival, underfloor heating. Enough car parking spaces for 4 cars.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 27 August 2021
Helen
United KingdomBeautiful location and property .
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 21 August 2021
Claire
United KingdomNothing, everything was great
Perfect location to celebrate my 40th birthday with family. Everybody loved the property and location. Every little thing had been thought of, everyone had a wonderful stay, including the children who loved the playroom. Beautiful, peaceful surrounding area with plenty to do nearby. Will definitely return in the future!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 6 July 2021
Joanne
United KingdomNothing
Everything, nothing to dislike.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 28 May 2021
Sarah
United KingdomEverything! Absolutely stunning property and it was spotlessly clean. We loved our stay
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Sally
United KingdomLoved
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 18 September 2022
Rolf
United KingdomDishwasher was not great and we found some cooking utensils and crockery that were not very clean.
Marvellously rural location with great views but still convenient for Hexham. Large well equipped kitchen and dining area with plenty of space for a large group. Very spacious accommodation, huge number of books and lovely cosy sitting room with a wood burner and a piano. Very spacious master bedroom with walk in dressing room.
Stayed in August 2022
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