The Old School House

3.5 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Porch

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Corner of Fair Hill and Willia Road, Haltwhistle, England, NE49 9EE
  • Mr. George's Museum of Time
    4 min walk
  • The Fort Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Haltwhistle Station
    8 min walk
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    45 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Haltwhistle

Located in Haltwhistle, The Old School House is in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Mr. George's Museum of Time and 6 minutes from Northumberland National Park. .This bed & breakfast is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Great Chesters Fort and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Roman Army Museum.

What's nearby

  • Great Chesters Fort - 6 min drive
  • Vindolanda - 7 min drive
  • Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 9 min drive
  • Hadrian's Wall - 10 min drive
  • Housesteads Roman Fort - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Haltwhistle Station - 8 min walk
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vindolanda - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Railway Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Milecastle Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jethros - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greenhead Hotel - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Old School House

Bed & breakfast in Haltwhistle with free breakfast
The Old School House offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features toys and hiking/biking trails nearby.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Old School House Haltwhistle
The Old School House Bed & breakfast
The Old School House Bed & breakfast Haltwhistle

The Old School House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Old School House sets a high standard for B and Bs. Thank you Kate and Ian!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect in every detail! Every single amenity and convenience has been anticipated. The breakfast was phenomenal with an outstanding array of homemade choices sure to please anyone. The hosts are charming and knowledgeable. The bathroom was immaculate and the bed was super comfortable and we had splendid sleep. Many choices for dining are nearby. We truly hope to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN L D

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Old School House is THE BEST B&B period. Kate and Ian go to great lengths to provide everything you could possibly need. They are so kind and hospitable. Kate provides a huge and delicious breakfast tailored to suite you. There is extra fruit to take away on your day trips. And fabulous cakes, tea, coffee, water and a chocolate to greet you in your room every afternoon. Don’t even think about staying anywhere else. You will love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This B&B was one of the best we stayed in during our 3-week stay in the U.K. Our room was beautifully appointed, spacious, and contained everything we needed. We were even able to do a load of laundry. Kate and Ian were very hospitable, and breakfast was amazing. Wish we could have stayed more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Perfect B&B a Stone's Throw from Hadrian's Wall
We wholeheartedly recommend this very comfortable and friendly b&b within a few minutes drive of Hadrian's Wall. Kate and Ian made us feel very welcome and our room and breakfast were both perfect. A real gem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay - comfortable, extremely clean and very friendly. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

REGINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend staying here. Owners are very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were lovely and the were very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely B&B near Hadrian's wall.
Ian and Kate were fabulous hosts! They offered to do some laundry which was needed after a muddy day on the trails. The accomodations were first rate. The breakfast and homemade lemon cake was delicious!! Would certainly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stopover
It was great to catch up with Kate & Ian for our second visit. The review scores for this B&B are not an exaggeration as the hosts are clearly seeking out perfection in all aspects, particularly the hospitality shown and the breakfast on offer. We use it as a Scotland stop-over and to us, its worth the drive from the M6, but the outstanding Northumbrian scenery makes it a destination in its own right. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts Ian and Kate were very friendly and helpful. The home cooked sweets in our room were lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ms Mary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
exceptional score no less than 10/10
I arrived at there through rain, they made me feel so happy, because of their warmful and comfortable treatment. I didn't find anything short of. The room was very clean, wide enough and well equipped. The breakfast was so nice and satisfying. Especially dry room was of great help.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old School House, Haltwhistle
Kate & Ian were amazing hosts. Easily the best B&B we have ever stayed at. Comfortable room and bed. Lots of important little details. This couple are making a big effort to do things well so well done them. Breakfast at one large table was exceptional. Kate made introductions and made everyone fit in. Definitely will be going back here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best B&B in England
You would be mad to consider staying anywhere else but at the Old Schoolhouse B&B for a trip anywhere near Haltwhistle. Ian and Kate bend over backwards to make sure your stay is comfortable, delicious, and convenient (including driving you to the nearby Hadrian’s Wall). The rooms are very comfortable, the beds are great, and it was the best shower I encountered in my whole trip to the UK. They are great cooks and the breakfasts were wonderful. We watched game shows in the living room in the evenings after a long day of walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Old School House is an amazing place to stay. Completely beautiful and modern place to stay. Our hosts were awesome. Very welcoming. Easy parking. The room was spacious and the bathroom roomy with a larger shower than most. Several delicious breakfast options. Several pub and restaurant options within walking distance. Short drive to Hadrian's Wall and Sycamore Gap. Easily the nicest B&B we stayed at in the UK. Would stay here longer giving the opportunity.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay at The Old School House! Kate and Ian warmly welcomed us upon our arrival and we immediately felt like we were staying with friends. Our room was clean and comfortable, and even included a welcome snack! This was a last minute stop, and we were so pleased with our good fortune to stay in lovely accommodations in a beautiful setting. Our breakfast was the best one during our two-week stay in the UK; fresh, delicious food, very generous portions and plenty of options. Thank you for a wonderful stay at the end of our vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful B&B in Haltwhistle
Such a welcoming, cosy and comfortable place to stay. Excellent value. I’ve already booked to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay at the Old School House B&B. Ian and Kate greeted us with a warmwelcome into their B&B and had lots of great recommendations for dining and things to see and do in the area. The room was clean, cosy and well decorated and had lots of extra little touches, with a good choice of tea, hot chocolate or coffee and milk in a mini fridge to make in your room. The beds were really comfortable and the bathroom was spacious and well-lit.The breakfast was delicious and generous, setting us up for a long day of hiking. And in the evening we returned to a beautifully made up and cleaned room again with the added surprise of delicious brownies. We didn't use the guest lounge are but it looked like a lovely area to relax and unwind in. The location is perfect being out of the village's main street but less than a 5min walk to all the shops and pubs etc. I highly recommend The Old School House and would definitely stay again if I plan another trip to the area. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kate and Ian made our four days in Haltwhistle the highlight of our trip from Canada- Gracious, High quality in all regards: breakfast, beds, location. Hope to return one day :)