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Overview
Nestled in an idyllic position at the end of a no-through lane on the banks of the River Tweed, The Boathouse boasts magnificent views over the river to the hills beyond with not a road in sight.
Just a roll-cast away from the famous River Tweed, this fantastic property is a favourite for fishing parties and special get-togethers
With fabulously cosy accommodation, huge open fires and constant entertainment from the ever-changing vista of the river and its inhabitants - ducks, geese, moorhens, herons, and a family of otters to name but a few - this is the perfect rural retreat.
The house is well presented with earthy paint colours, traditional stone fireplaces, slate floors, pure wool carpets, luxurious fabrics and an interesting mixture of contemporary furnishings alongside some classic antique items. One of the highlights of the renovations is the 26' dining room with a fabulous open fire at one end and stunning views over the river - perfect for atmospheric dinner parties.
The house is situated half a mile from the pretty village of Norham, a finalist for England's Favourite Village Award and famous for its imposing Norman castle ruins. The village has a local shop, bakery, two pubs, gunsmith and the celebrated Foreman's Butcher, selling a fantastic selection of meats, pies, local cheeses, wines and even fishing flies.
With fishing on one of the greatest salmon rivers a decent roll cast from the bedroom window, The Boathouse is an ideal base for fishing parties. Fishing on the Boathouse beat in front of the house can be arranged at additional cost.
Property details
Ground Floor
Large kitchen with breakfast table (seating 8), dishwasher, microwave, two electric ovens, 4 ring hob, refrigerator, Nespresso machine and radio.
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, additional fridge/freezer and chest freezer.
Large dining room with enormous dining table seating up to 10 guests. The dining room also has an impressive open fire with a pair of stylish throne like chairs.
Snug with seating for 4 guests and Smart TV with DVD player.
Drawing room with plentiful seating, impressive open fire and books and games.
Bedroom one with king size bed with large wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table and stunning views of the River Tweed.
En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.
First Floor
Bedroom two with 4 poster king size bed with large wardrobe, chest of drawers and stunning views of the River Tweed.
En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.
Family bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.
Bedroom three with 3' twin beds, small wardrobe, chest of drawers and stunning views of the River Tweed.
Bedroom four with king size bed, chest of drawers and stunning views of the River Tweed.
En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.
First Floor - Annexe
The annexe is located on the first floor above the garage and is separate from the main house. Access is via the steps to the left of the garage. There is no additional cost for the use of the annexe.
Bedroom five with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twins as required, chest of drawers and small wardrobe.
En-suite bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over.
Outside
Large, enclosed garden with fabulous views over river, garden furniture and charcoal barbecue.
Parking
Private parking for up to 5 cars is provided.
Electric Vehicle Charging
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Babies & Children
A travel cot and highchair can be provided on request.
Dogs
Three dogs are welcome at The Boathouse with a charge of £20 per dog. Additional dogs may be permitted with prior agreement. We ask that dogs are kept downstairs, out of the bedrooms and off the furniture.
Guest amenities
Luxurious bed linen and fluffy bath towels and hand towels are provided for each guest. Guest toiletries are provided.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Hardwired Wi-Fi is available throughout the main house, annexe and fishing hut. Mobile signal is very poor in this area. A landline is provided for emergency calls and incoming calls.
Heating
The Boathouse has oil central heating along with underfloor heating in some parts of the house. There are open fires in the dining room and drawing room, logs are provided.
Fishing
Salmon fishing is available (subject to availability) on the The Boathouse & Canny beat on the River Tweed through Crabtree & Crabtree. Please email us to find out more.
Trout fishing is available through Ladykirk & Norham Angling Association.
Guest privacy
Please note that guests who are fishing the beat in front of the house have access to the outside loo and garage to the side of the property. The gardener also visits the property every Tuesday morning for a few hours. Please contact us if you have any concerns.
Location
The Boathouse sits peacefully at the edge of Norham Village. This historic border village has plenty to offer alongside its own castle with a village shop, bakery, gunsmith and the popular Foreman’s Butcher where you will find a fantastic selection of quality produce including locally-sourced meats, pies, bread, and fine wines.
The Mason’s Arms is the hub of the community in Norham, serving real ales and tasty food as well as hosting social events. The fish and chip van visits the village each Thursday evening for those who wish to enjoy a traditional British take-away. Alternatively, if it is fine dining you are looking for, The Collingwood Arms at Cornhill-on-Tweed is just 6.7 miles away, or cross the border to The Cross Inn at Paxton (7 miles).
The Elizabethan walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed is eight miles away offering more extensive amenities. The town has a mix of high street and independent shopping, as well as three large supermarkets, a Marks & Spencers food outlet and a good selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants. You will also find a theatre and art galleries within the town.
The Boathouse is an ideal base for exploring Northumberland's Heritage coastline and countryside with easy access to the Scottish Borders. The charming, ancient towns of Duns and Kelso are also nearby, and Edinburgh is an easy day trip either about an hour by car or 45 minutes on the train from Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Activities
Guests can enjoy some wonderful walks directly from the house on peaceful riverside trails along the Anglo-Scottish border, taking in the ruins of Norham Castle famously depicted in the iconic paintings of J M W Turner as early as 1797. Upstream the Norham Bridge and Milne Graden Walk is a scenic loop of 6.5 miles, or a leisurely walk downstream will take you to the superb Union Chain Bridge which spans the Tweed, once the longest wrought-iron suspension bridge in the world and now the oldest of its type still in use today.
From here you can explore the beautiful house and gardens of Paxton House with its child-friendly activity programme, or visit the attractions of the nearby Chain Bridge Honey Farm. You can take a fun boat trip from the jetty at Paxton House to Berwick with stunning views across the estuary, or walk and wander the perfectly preserved fortifications of the historic old town before exploring the rich architecture and seascapes which inspired the paintings of the great artist L S Lowry on his many visits to the area.
For sightseeing, the property is an ideal base for exploring the wider area with its magnificent countryside steeped in a turbulent and romantic history, punctuated by imposing castles, including Floors, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh, and Thirlestane; the evocative ruins of abbeys at Kelso, Melrose and Dryburgh; and the grand stately homes and gardens of nearby Paxton, Manderston and Mellerstain.
The stunning heritage coastline is just a short fifteen minute drive with miles of pristine sandy beaches, jolly pubs serving the freshest fish and chips, and picture postcard coastal villages with charming galleries and gift shops. Birdwatchers, walkers and photographers will delight in the stunning cliffs and coves of the Berwickshire coastline where you will spot thousands of seabirds and seals around the St. Abbs Nature Reserve or cross the causeway at low tide to the very beautiful Holy Island of Lindisfarne where you will experience nature at its very best. Further down the coast, the stunning beach at Bamburgh is a perfect place to take a picnic where you can walk for mile upon mile on white sandy beaches or watch soaring wind surfers and kite surfers across the bay.
The property is an ideal base for exploring with an abundance of family-friendly activities to keep all ages entertained. Pack a picnic and head to the outstanding heritage coastline which offers mile upon mile of golden sands where you can relax and dabble in the rock pools or try your hand at surfing, bodyboarding, kitesurfing, coasteering or kayaking on the many gentle bays and coves with qualified accredited instructors.
Bike or hike on the coastal paths or through the pretty fishing villages, watch soaring windsurfers on the stunning beach at Bamburgh, voted Britain’s top picnic spot in 2013, before heading further down the coast for a little broomstick training at Alnwick Castle! Further inland, Ford & Etal Estates offers a great day out with over 20 family attractions including riding, canoeing, cycling, climbing, and a charming 15” gauge steam railway.
Serious walkers and cyclists can link into a number of long distance routes including St. Cuthbert’s Way, the Berwickshire Coastal Path or the Sandstone Way where you will experience breathtaking scenery, exceptional nature reserves, spectacular castles and grand stately homes as you pass on through. Alternatively the vast open spaces and heather-clad hillsides of the Northumberland National Park provides endless trails, iconic landmarks and big sky views, giving way to forests and rolling Parklands with plenty of cosy pubs and picturesque villages for a much deserved rest stop at the end of a busy day.
C&C experiences
We invite you to enjoy the most coveted and exclusive local experiences available in the North of England and the South of Scotland on your next Crabtree & Crabtree adventure.
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Fishing
Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.
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Historic houses and castles
With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.
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Children and families
Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we’ve pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.
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Walking
From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.
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Cycling & mountain biking
Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.
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Wildlife
Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.
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Golf
There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.
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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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Adventure Sports
If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.
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Ancestral history research
Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.
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Additional housekeeping
Award yourself a real break and let us provide a pair (or more) of helping hands.
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Dog sitting
Our experienced dog sitters will look after your furry friends whilst you are out exploring.
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Holiday photography
Family holidays, reunions and honeymoons kindle priceless moments that deserve preserving.
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Wine delivery
Crabtree & Crabtree have teamed up with Corney & Barrow one of the longest established independent Wine Merchants in the UK to offer a bespoke service.
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"We have had a wonderful time in The Boathouse, thank you. I must say that all of our friends love the house and remarked on how well equipped it was. We have been meeting up in large holiday houses for over over 20 years and The Boat House is certainly in the top 5. I think we may be back again in the future. After two years of trying to get to The Boathouse it was a joy to be there and back in Norham again."
Laidlaw family"We enjoyed our time at The Boathouse. Six adults 49-72 in age and one dog (who had a wonderful time!). Fabulous bedding, great views. We were very comfortable and happy with our week away. We have stayed at another property before and will definitely book with Crabtree and Crabtree again."
Mrs Stephenson"We had a great time at The Boathouse for the second year running. Where better to go for a bit of team isolation. I am sure that we will be back in touch once the post holiday dust has settled and the detox is complete to rebook for next year."
Hill party"We loved it…an amazing place to stay for kids, dogs and adults! Hopefully we will be back!"
Sherwood family"We all had a wonderful time location was perfect house was spacious and well equipped. Great time was had by all."
Gilbert family"We had a really wonderful holiday at The Boathouse. It was beautifully decorated and had fantastic views. We thought the layout of the rooms worked really well. We hope to come back!"
Buckley family"Our experience at The Boathouse was lovely – a beautiful house, well equipped with great bed linen."
Mr Craven"We really enjoyed our second stay at The Boathouse, it was very relaxing and even the rain couldn't spoil our weekend. We found the place to be very well equipped and inviting."
Armitage family"We had a wonderful stay at The Boathouse, to celebrate our golden wedding anniversary. Everything at The Boathouse; the fixtures, fittings and décor added to the experience. We will certainly recommend your property and service,thanks to all concerned for helping to make it a memorable holiday."
Deakin family"Another heavenly stay at the Boathouse, as always! Huge thanks for another wonderful two weeks in Norham."
Macdougall family"We had a wonderful time at The Boathouse, the house is lovely and just what we wanted for a family celebration. I would have no hesitation in recommending both Crabtree & Crabtree service and the venue, thank you very much."
Cosens family"We were very pleased with our stay at The Boathouse and hopefully at some point would like to return there. Everything was lovely and clean, bedding, etc. We were very happy and it's a wonderful location."
Marrin family"Our stay at the Boathouse was wonderful. The cottage is perfect for a large family/ friends group. It is clean, well equipped, well situated and we had a lovely time. The communication prior to the stay was also very helpful and we will definitely be back in the future."
Macfie Family"We had a lovely stay at the Boathouse. It is such a beautiful house and fits all our guests so elegantly! Dining room is so beautiful and beds so comfy!"
McAdam Family"We were a family of ten. I have been before but my two sons and their families had not. Everyone thought it was wonderful, the house, location and stunning countryside. It is an amazing place and even though the weather was not the best, we found lots to do and would definitely like to come back again."
Groundwater family"Had a wonderful week at The Boathouse. We had a 10 month old grandson with us which was brilliant. House was fantastic as ever."
Maguire family"We had a great time and really enjoyed staying in The Boathouse. Thanks also for organising the fantastic late March weather!! Best wishes and thanks from all 10 of us."
Langmead family"We had a fabulous time in The Boathouse. It was our second time but with family rather than friends this time. Everything about the house was just perfect."
Blackburn family"The stay there was exceptionally wonderful. Such a beautiful location and the house felt like a real home. This was enforced by finding a brilliantly stocked herb cupboard in which I left a small offering. Such an easy thing to do but always seems so generous to find pepper and salt and other spices etc. Also logs, matches and firelighters. Thank you a real privilege to stay there."
Bowden family"We had a fantastic week at The Boathouse – absolutely perfect location and lovely, well-equipped house."
Thomas familyAvailability
- Three dogs are welcome with a charge of £20 per dog. Additional dogs may be considered on request.
- Typical arrival day: Flexible during low season. Sunday during high season.
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"Enjoying fish and chips from the mobile van while overlooking the River Tweed on a sunny Thursday evening."Angie, Crabtree & Crabtree
