! 

We're sorry, but it is currently not possible to make reservations for this hotel on our site. Click here to see nearby hotels

Hotspur House

–Excellent location - show map
+24 photos
Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Located in Allendale Town, Hotspur House is a historic bed and breakfast that provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Guests can make use of a shared lounge. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bathrobes and a shower. The bed and breakfast features certain units with garden views, and units come with a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fruits are available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast offers a selection of packed lunches. Guests at Hotspur House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Allendale Town, like hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Newcastle International Airport is 52 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • FREE parking!

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free WiFi

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jonty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Attention to detail is so obvious I would like to thank the host for a lovely stay”
  • Jeanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful property independently owned. Full of charm and character and right in the centre of allendale. Very comfortable beds Excellent selection of tea and coffee in the room with home made biscuits , fresh milk and water replenished daily.”
  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The owner of the property made us very welcome. She also was knowledgeable about the local ammenities and attractions. We can only recommend this Bed and Breakfast as a must when staying in the area.”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “An absolutely fabulous B&B. Breakfasts exceptional and the rooms are tastefully decorated and extremely comfortable.”
  • Leo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely room, comfy beds, great breakfast and relaxing lounge.”
  • Robinson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely hospitable helpful host, sparkling clean room. Lovely scenic view from the bedroom window. Delicious quality beautifully cooked breakfast. Setting in a nice quiet village. Good amenities in the village- teashops, pubs, very reasonable co-op...”
  • Rachael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Had a fantastic stay at Hotspur House. Liz is the perfect host and incredibly welcoming. As soon as we arrived we had tea and warm scones in the sitting room. Bedroom was gorgeous, we were in the one overlooking the garden. Beds were so comfy,...”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great place Great location Great Host Superb breakfast & the best Guest house I’ve stayed in ..”
  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We were warmly welcomed by Liz on arrival, with tea and scones. After a long journey, it was a kind and welcome gesture. Our room was large and spotlessly clean. The bed was comfortable and there was a variety of teas on a tray, together with...”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Wonderful breakfasts. Elizabeth is a superb host. The location was very good.”

Hosted by Elizabeth McQuillen

9.9
Host review score
Elizabeth McQuillen
Hotspur House is a lovely 1806 Georgian home which has a much older feel, as it was built to a design drawn up in the early 1700’s. The Sitting Room is located on the ground floor at the front of Hotspur House, it overlooks the town square through its three windows. The room focuses on a traditional Georgian swan or duck nest fireplace, the fire is lit during the winter and on cooler days throughout the year. This is an ideal place to sit with afternoon tea, homemade scones and jam or just curl up in a chair with a good book and relax. We have a supply of local maps and guidebooks, acres of reading material and a variety of board games and jigsaw puzzles, all available for guest use. The Dining Room overlooks the back garden through the Victorian bay window. It is a lovely sunny room furnished with Georgian antiques. We offer three bedrooms, each one individually decorated and furnished. Oak and beach furniture, rich velvet fabrics and luxury bedding and towels, goose down and feather pillows and quilts, all add to the ambiance of the rooms. The double rooms, with king sized beds, and twin room each has an ensuite bathroom; with baths and showers available
We have moved to Allendale from Low Hall B&B, Little Strickland, we enjoyed running the B&B so much that we are starting a new venture here. We enjoy taking the dogs on one of the many beautiful walks in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The name Allendale is thought to derive from the Saxon word for white, or shining, water and refers to the River Allen, for which the valley is named. There are archaeological sites dating from prehistoric times through to the 20th century. The industrial past of this area being clearly stamped on it, even today. Today the village of Allendale offers many local amenities including cafes, pubs, playpark, art gallery and beautician. As well as a well-stocked supermarket, butcher, doctors’ surgery and pharmacy. Hotspur House is ideally located, whether it be for cycling, the Coast to Coast route runs close by, relaxing by a blazing fire or walking and exploring the local fells and moors and the amazing history of Hadrian’s Wall and related Roman sites. There are various events throughout the year including the September Allen Valleys Folk Festival, established in 2014, and the world famous New Year’s Eve Tar Barrels, establish circa 170 years ago. The nearby historic towns of Hexham and Corbridge provide a wider selection of amenities with an array of culture, a good range of local shops and restaurants, professional and recreational services and a hospital.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Hotspur House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.