Eglingham is a picturesque rural village, situated seven miles to the north-west of the market town of Alnwick.

Harehope Farm is just over one mile from the village and part of Harehope country estate. The access land is well served with permissive paths, bridleways and quiet lanes with superb views towards the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park. There is an opportunity to see local wildlife - red squirrels, deer, hares, birds of prey to name a few.

There is a regular although infrequent bus service to Alnwick and Wooler ¼ mile from the cottage. Comprehensive details are provided on the local area including public transport, walks, cycling and where to sample and purchase local food.

The Tankerville Arms is the popular village pub and restaurant. The 14th century St. Maurice’s Church may originally have served as a fortified 'pele tower' where villagers could take refuge from marauding bands of cattle thieves, or Border Reivers. A short distance from the village is Chillingham Castle, reputed to be England’s most haunted, and Chillingham Wild Cattle, thought to be the only pure wild breed in the British Isles.

Alnwick has Fairtrade town status. The Alnwick Garden is a world class attraction which features spectacular water displays and one of the world’s largest tree houses. It is open every day of the year except Christmas day. Alnwick Castle is home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland and open to the public from Easter to October.

Northumberland is the least densely populated county of England, so peace and tranquility is guaranteed.

Northumberland National Park covers 400 square miles (103,600 hectares) of wild Northumbrian countryside with spectacular scenery, wildlife and history. The Cheviot Hills are one of only a few places in Britain where you can walk all day without seeing another soul. There are waymarked walking routes including the Pennine Way, St Oswald’s and St Cuthbert’s Way. NCN route 68, the Pennine Cycleway, also runs through the area.

The Northumberland Heritage Coast is spectacular and varied. The Farne Islands are superb for boat trips, birdwatching and wildlife. Lindisfarne Priory on Holy Island is thought to be the birthplace of Christianity in England.

The coastline is punctuated by many magnificent castles, including Bamburgh Castle, one of the North’s iconic images. There are miles of and quiet sandy beaches and picturesque harbour villages. The North Sea Trail and NCN 1, the Coast and Castles route are waymarked for exploring on foot or bicycle.

The cities of Newcastle Upon Tyne and Gateshead are a short journey by rail to the south, with the Scottish borders and Edinburgh to the North. To the west are the Roman remains of Hadrian’s Wall, one of the North East’s two World Heritage Sites and Kielder Forest and Lake, voted the most tranquil place in Britain.