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We are very lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the country here in Tarset, Northumberland, and want to share our unique house with you. Eals Lodge, is set back on an elevated position, along the road to Kielder Water and Forest Park, which is quoted to be, "Where beauty runs far, wide and deep, where forest and water unites to create one amazing year round destination and where there is no schedule but your own".
Eals Lodge was built around 1770 and named after its location on the “eals”- a Northumbrian dialect word meaning a broad flat plain next to a river, in this case the North Tyne. However, in 1919, maps apparently showed the lodge as “Eals Buildings”, but at that time and for many decades before and after it was better known by another name- “The Moor Cock Inn”. In the 19th century the Moor Cock was on an important coaching route from Newcastle to Gretna in Scotland, and so presumably, much travelled by the curricles of rebellious young lovers on their way to a runaway wedding across the Gretna Green anvil, who may have stopped at the Moor Cock to gulp a tankard of reviving porter along the way.
We have three letting rooms, each is centrally heated and all have flat screen television/DVD, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests have the sole use of a comfortably furnished, large lounge/library. Offering, wonderful views and adequate seating for people who want to read and relax or watch the wonderful array of wild birds who frequent our garden each day.
Our breakfast/dining room has stunning views over the North Tyne River and Thorneyburn Common, in winter we light the open fire. We offer a freshly prepared, hearty, delicious "Northumberland Breakfast", using quality local produce. There is also a choice of porridge, cereals and yogurts, toast and preserves, and of course a plentiful supply of fresh fruit juice, hot tea and coffee. Evening meals and packed lunches are available on request. |