Self Catering Staycation Checklist – Luxury Edition

If you are looking for a springtime holiday where you can relax on your own terms, a luxury self-catering stay in Northumberland may well be the answer. Chesters Stables offers a host of different features, to help create your rural retreat, while their location in the heart of the countryside makes it the perfect destination to stay while exploring world-famous landmarks and hidden gems.

Here, we look at your definitive checklist for enjoying an unforgettable stay at our self-catering suites…

Entertainment 

Chesters Stables sleeps between two and eight guests so, whether you are in need of an intimate escape or a family getaway, you will be surrounded by Northumberland luxury.

Our spacious living spaces are decorated with warm, comforting tones and soft furnishings, making them the ideal place to unwind with loved ones. Whether you prefer to reconnect by taking part in family games or just enjoy losing yourself in a good book, our stables are designed for you to disconnect from the outside world in whichever way is best for you.

Dining Options

When it comes to self-catering breaks, it’s clear that food is on your checklist, but with our luxury holiday cottages in Northumberland, you do not have to restrict yourself to dining in every day.

Just a short drive down the road lies Matfen Hall, a country house hotel that boasts a selection of restaurants, bars and lounges. 

Cloisters Restaurant and Bar offers delicious à la carte menus, whether you choose to join us during the day and dine beneath beautiful sunshine, courtesy of a brilliant glass ceiling or a blanket of stars as evening falls. For exquisite Afternoon Teas, look no further than The Drawing Room, where a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, handmade scones and decadent sweet treats can be savoured alongside stunning views of unique parkland. And, as Emerald Restaurant provides five-star dining experiences, you are spoilt for choice as to which restaurant to enjoy each day of your stay.

Memorable Days Out

No escape away from the daily routine would be complete without an adventure or two and, with Northumberland just waiting to be explored, your stay at Chesters Stables allows you to discover internationally-renowned landmarks and Hollywood locations, alongside gems that lie a little further off the beaten track.

Hadrian’s Wall lies just by our self-catering suites, carving a path through spectacular countryside, while providing an insight into life in Roman Britain. Bamburgh Castle, meanwhile, has featured on celluloid several times and rises above a charming coastal town, but if you’re looking for something a little more secretive, Newbiggin-by-the-sea offers an idyllic place to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

For extra options, Hexham and Corbridge are two quaint market towns, each bursting with artisanal shops, traditional country pubs and picturesque parks that provide wonderful backdrops for those family photos. 

Extra Relaxation

From the moment you enter any of our eight self-catering suites, you’ll begin to unwind and enjoy a break that meets your needs.

This relaxing sensation can be further enhanced by an experience at Matfen Hall, as The Retreat, a harmonious spa, and impressive golf courses, allow you to choose how best you reconnect with the real you.

While The Retreat offers a range of tranquil treatments and rituals that will melt any stresses away, the estate’s golf courses and facilities allow players of all abilities to take on enjoyable challenges in magnificent settings. And, with a Driving Range installed with advanced Toptracer technology, the whole family can play interactive games, as well as enjoy virtual rounds on the world’s most famous courses.

When it comes to holidays, the main thing you need to do is relax and, at Chesters Stables, our stylish self-catering suites, you have an endless amount of opportunities to do just that.

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