The Glebe Retreat
- Premier host
- Edlingham, Northumberland, England
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- Sleeps: 2
- Bedroom: 1
- Bathroom: 1
- Minimum stay: 2 nights
Dreamily inspired by nature and privately secluded in a historic four-and-a-half-acre glebe field, The Glebe Retreat was named by The Times as one of their 25 Best Cabin Stays in the UK.
Perfect for a romantic couple, the wood-crafted eco-lodge has been lovingly built to biophilic design principles, in a way that promises to re-connect you with the natural world. And since this is an adults-only retreat, you’ll have a good excuse to call your favourite babysitter back home.
Although you’ll feel miles away from civilisation, The Glebe Retreat’s perfect position in Northumberland’s Edlingham valley – between the sweeping coast and the National Park AONB – means there’s plenty of scope for exploring.
Yet once you’ve made your way along the tranquil gravel road that leads to your newfound sanctuary, all thoughts of leaving may evaporate. Cleverly divided into four zones that reflect the elements of nature, you’ll feel relaxed and pampered from the moment you arrive.
The main living space – or ‘Earth’ – is gently elevated, for a luxurious sense of floating above the ground. Designer furnishings and indulgent accessories, including a Bang and Olufsen Bluetooth speaker and a sleek Nespresso machine, evoke an atmosphere of opulence, while toasty insulation will keep you warm and comfortable.
If the sun happens to be shining, head out to the generous deck with a well-deserved glass of Prosecco and unwind to a gentle soundtrack of birdsong and rustling leaves… what bliss. You could also grab a book and make for the gorgeous basalt lava chair, suspended from a nearby tree branch, for a whimsical way to spend some holiday time.
‘Water’ is taken care of by the sumptuous al fresco bath. Expertly carved from a river stone boulder, it’s roomy enough for two and ideal for lazy bubble-soaked evenings under Northumberland’s famously dark, starry skies… with luxury robes on hand to wrap yourselves up in afterwards.
Keep readingAt a glance
- One of The Times’s ‘25 Best Cabin Stays’, a super-luxe eco-lodge inspired by nature and privately secluded in a four-and-a-half-acre glebe field in Northumberland’s Edlingham valley.
- The retreat sleeps two adults only.
- Full self-contained facilities include a well-equipped kitchen and a shower room with luxury toiletries – and an al fresco stone bath for stargazing.
- Along with generous furnished decking, there is ample outdoor space, with a hanging chair and an enclosed firepit, to enjoy.
- Complimentary Netflix and a luxury hamper are among the opulent ‘extras’ you’ll find here.
- Perfectly situated between the coast and the National Park AONB, the retreat is an ideal base for exploring Northumberland.
Features
Adults Only
Facilities
Superking bed with luxury linen, bathroom with walk-in rain shower, luxury toiletries, towels and bathrobes, hairdryer. Fully-equipped kitchen with induction hob, oven, fridge with freezer compartment, toaster, kettle, Nespresso machine with initial supply of pods, luxury welcome hamper. Lounge area with seating, complimentary Netflix, Bang and Olufsen Bluetooth speaker, plug sockets with USB points, oil-fired central heating, electric climate control, LED lighting, supply of boardgames, binoculars, picnic blanket and backpack/cool bag, furnished decking, outdoor lantern/Bluetooth speaker, barbecue, hanging chair, enclosed firepit with initial supply of wood and lighters, stone outdoor bathtub, parking for two cars.
Local activities
Walking, cycling, nature-watching, picnic spots, stargazing, historic sites, beaches, pubs, restaurants.
More information
Prefer storytelling and marshmallow-toasting? No problem: the raindrop-shaped steel firepit is nestled in its very own cosy enclosure, for a warm and irresistibly snuggly feeling you’ll never want to end.
After a sound night’s sleep in the superking bed – sublimely dressed in high thread count Egyptian cotton – it’s on to deciding what you’ll do with the unfolding day.
Pay a visit to Edlingham’s 11th century church or romantic castle ruins, or pack a picnic (a blanket and backpack are thoughtfully provided) and explore the vast glebe field that surrounds you. Along with endless countryside, there’s a wide array of places to eat, drink, and be merry close by, too… with local delicacies aplenty!
Yet with superfast broadband, complimentary Netflix, and a ready supply of board games – not to mention a luxury welcome hamper – to enjoy, you could simply choose to sit back and luxuriate in everything The Glebe Retreat has to offer.
Things to note
The retreat is not suitable for pets and children. Please bring a torch, sturdy footwear for exploring, and flipflops for walking to and from the outdoor bath. Stay three or more nights to receive complimentary goodies – see the property website for details.
Current Offers
Guests staying 3 or more nights receive: complimentary bottle of prosecco, complimentary continental breakfast hamper, early check in (subject to availability), reduced nightly rate (automatically applied at check out)
Where you'll be staying
Edlingham, Northumberland
What the guests of The Glebe Retreat say
“Wow! Where to start? We were totally blown away by the beauty of The Glebe, the peace, dark skies (we saw an incredible shooting star within an hour of being here!) and have loved watching the sunrises and the stars from the beautiful decking. We could easily have spent a week here. We will be back!”
“We have had such an amazing stay at The Glebe Retreat. Thank you so much for the lovely hamper. You have done a beautiful job with the place. We love the cork in the bathroom and all the efforts to be as eco friendly as possible. The bath was a great experience and we enjoyed toasting marshmallows at the fire and had a nice barbeque. We enjoyed the peace and quiet here, especially on the egg chair in the morning. Such a peaceful, tranquil area with an abundance of wildlife and local attractions. You are great hosts and we really appreciated your efforts to make the stay as comfortable as possible.”
“Thank you for a magical stay in The Glebe Retreat. A true escape to nature, fabulous interiors and lush surroundings. We had everything we needed for a relaxing escape to the country.”
