Why Choose Dykeheads Farm?
Exceptional Comfort and Modern Amenities
Both properties have been fully renovated, offering stylish interiors, modern kitchens, and luxurious shower rooms. With central heating and multi-fuel stoves in each property, you’ll feel cozy and comfortable whatever the season.
Reliable High-Speed WiFi
Spectacular Views
Almost every room boasts panoramic views over the property’s fields and miles down the Nent Valley towards the Cumbrian fells. Whether it’s sunrise or sunset, the scenery is truly unforgettable.
If you book the Farmhouse, then you also have access to the hot tub house in a garden cabin, with sliding glazed windows facing west. Enjoy watching the sun go down over the hills as you relax with a drink amongst the bubbles.
Dark Skies for Stargazing
A Walkers’ Paradise
With direct access to miles of scenic trails, Dykeheads Farm is the perfect base for exploring the unspoiled beauty of the North Pennines. Simply walking from the front door, there is something for everyone – from a 15 minute gentle stroll into Nenthead village to a more challenging hike.
Explore the Area
- Walking and Hiking: Follow trails like Isaac’s Tea Trail or the South Tyne Way.
- Local Landmarks: Waterfalls (Ashgill Force; High Force); South Tynedale Railway – steam railway from Alston to Slaggyford
- Historical: Hadrian’s Wall; Epiacum Roman Fort; Killhope Lead Mining Museum; Nenthead Mines
- Cycling: Ride the renowned Coast-to-Coast (C2C) cycle route. North Pennines Cycle Shop, Nenthead
- Wildlife Watching: Spot red squirrels, curlews, and other local wildlife.
- Recommended pubs serving food: Alston House; The Cumberland; The Belted Will; Carts Bog Inn
- Recommended Cafés: Cobbles; Saddlers Bakery Bistro; Wooly’s at Alston South Tyndale Railway station; The Nook Farm Shop and Café at Epiacum Roman Fort
Details at a Glance
The Farmhouse
The Old Smithy
Bedrooms
5 (1 accessible*)
2
En-suite shower-rooms
3
-
Other shower-rooms
1
1
Kitchen equipment
5-burner gas hob
Twin electric fan ovens
Microwave oven
Kettle
Toaster
Dishwasher
4-burner gas hob
Electric fan oven
Microwave oven
Kettle
Toaster
Dishwasher
Other equipment
Washing machine
Iron & Ironing Board
Iron & Ironing Board
Central heating
Yes – throughout
Yes – throughout
Underfloor heating
In all first floor shower-rooms
In ground floor shower-room
Stoves
Multi-fuel stove in living room and Rabbit Room
Logs and coal provided
Multi-fuel stove in living room
Logs and coal provided
Hot Tub
Yes – In garden cabin
No - Unless Farmhouse not booked (then possibly available for extra charge)
EV Charging Point
Yes - Shared with The Farmhouse (billed separately)
Yes - Shared with The Smithy (billed separately)
Travel cot
Available on request
Available on request
High chair
Available on request
Available on request
Night sky viewing
Skywatcher 200P Dobsonian Telescope
Celestron 20x80 Skymaster binoculars
Internet access and WiFi
Speeds of 80-250Mbps normally available via satellite-based high-speed broadband and Ubiquiti WiFi access points throughout the property. This has proven very resilient, but can’t be guaranteed.
Speeds of 80-250Mbps normally available via satellite-based high-speed broadband and Ubiquiti WiFi access points throughout the property. This has proven very resilient, but can’t be guaranteed.
Sledges
Available in winter (can be used in the property’s field, at your own risk)
Speeds of 80-250Mbps normally available via satellite-based high-speed broadband and Ubiquiti WiFi access points throughout the property. This has proven very resilient, but can’t be guaranteed.
Snow shovels and grit
Available in wintry weather
Available in wintry weather
Dogs
2 well-behaved dogs permitted, but downstairs only please
2 well-behaved dogs permitted, but downstairs only please
Horses
It may be possible to reserve one of the fields for your horses for an additional charge. Please contact.
It may be possible to reserve one of the fields for horses for an additional charge. Please contact.
Check-in
From 3.30pm
From 3.30pm
Check-out
By 10.30am
By 10.30am
*Accessibility: The Rabbit Room and its shower-room are on a level with the dining room and living room, all of which can be accessed via patio doors to the rear of the property. However, this level is a 10cm step down from the kitchen and utility room. The shower-room is a wheelchair-accessible wet-room.
Dykeheads Farm is in a beautiful part of the UK countryside, and is at a height of 475m (1560ft) above sea level within the North Pennines AONB. This guarantees a place to escape the busyness of life, with clean air and the backdrop of rural life. However, please also note that the wind can blow and it can be cold, so do pack warm clothes for walks! Nenthead village is renowned for its community-run snowplough and gritting service, which is effective at keeping the road to the property open and gritted on those occasions in winter when snow falls. Some roads in the area can be affected by wintry weather so please be aware of this when making bookings for the winter months.
Details at a Glance
The Farmhouse
Bedrooms
5 (1 accessible*)
En-suite shower-rooms
3
Other shower-rooms
1
Kitchen equipment
5-burner gas hob
Twin electric fan ovens
Microwave oven
Kettle
Toaster
Dishwasher
Other equipment
Washing machine
Iron & Ironing Board
Central heating
Yes – throughout
Underfloor heating
In all first floor shower-rooms
Stoves
Multi-fuel stove in living room and Rabbit Room
Logs and coal provided
Hot Tub
Yes – In garden cabin
EV Charging Point
Yes - Shared with The Farmhouse (billed separately)
Travel cot
Available on request
High chair
Available on request
Night sky viewing
Skywatcher 200P Dobsonian Telescope
Internet access and WiFi
Speeds of 80-250Mbps normally available via satellite-based high-speed broadband and Ubiquiti WiFi access points throughout the property. This has proven very resilient, but can’t be guaranteed.
Sledges
Available in winter (can be used in the property’s field, at your own risk)
Snow shovels and grit
Available in wintry weather
Dogs
2 well-behaved dogs permitted, but downstairs only please
Horses
It may be possible to reserve one of the fields for your horses for an additional charge. Please contact.
Check-in
From 3.30pm
Check-out
By 10.30am
Details at a Glance
The Smithy
Bedrooms
2
En-suite shower-rooms
-
Other shower-rooms
1
Kitchen equipment
4-burner gas hob
Electric fan oven
Microwave oven
Kettle
Toaster
Dishwasher
Other equipment
Iron & Ironing Board
Central heating
Yes – throughout
Underfloor heating
In ground floor shower-room
Stoves
Multi-fuel stove in living room Logs and coal provided
Hot Tub
No - Unless Farmhouse not booked (then possibly available for extra charge)
EV Charging Point
Yes - Shared with The Smithy (billed separately)
Travel cot
Available on request
High chair
Available on request
Night sky viewing
Celestron 20x80 Skymaster binoculars
Internet access and WiFi
Speeds of 80-250Mbps normally available via satellite-based high-speed broadband and Ubiquiti WiFi access points throughout the property. This has proven very resilient, but can’t be guaranteed.
Sledges
Available in winter (can be used in the property’s field, at your own risk)
Snow shovels and grit
Available in wintry weather
Dogs
2 well-behaved dogs permitted, but downstairs only please
Horses
It may be possible to reserve one of the fields for horses for an additional charge. Please contact.
Check-in
From 3.30pm
Check-out
By 10.30am
*Accessibility: The Rabbit Room and its shower-room are on a level with the dining room and living room, all of which can be accessed via patio doors to the rear of the property. However, this level is a 10cm step down from the kitchen and utility room. The shower-room is a wheelchair-accessible wet-room.
Dykeheads Farm is in a beautiful part of the UK countryside, and is at a height of 475m (1560ft) above sea level within the North Pennines AONB. This guarantees a place to escape the busyness of life, with clean air and the backdrop of rural life. However, please also note that the wind can blow and it can be cold, so do pack warm clothes for walks! Nenthead village is renowned for its community-run snowplough and gritting service, which is effective at keeping the road to the property open and gritted on those occasions in winter when snow falls. Some roads in the area can be affected by wintry weather so please be aware of this when making bookings for the winter months.
Guest Reviews
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“Dykeheads Farm exceeded our expectations. The Farmhouse was spacious, warm, and perfectly equipped, and the views were breathtaking. Stargazing here was a highlight.”
– Emily, York
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“The Smithy was cozy and comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. We loved the walks from the doorstep and the peaceful surroundings.”
– Daniel, Leeds
