The Tempus

• Sleeps: 2
• Bedroom: 1
• Bathroom: 1
• Minimum stay: 1 night

The proud winner of Visit England’s Small Hotel of the Year 2026, The Tempus (Latin for “time”) is set within the 550-acre Charlton Hall Estate in Northumberland, which dates all the way back to the 18th century.

The Tempus itself is home to delights that include a restaurant, a vibrant cocktail bar, and a laid-back weekend dining tipi, along with design-led boutique accommodation to suit every type of guest.

Those looking for an unusual place to stay can choose from a soothing selection of yurts, lakeside cabins and glamping pods (each retreat sleeping up to two guests) for a break infused with luxury worthy of an exquisite country retreat.

Perfect for romantic couples, the Yurts are sublimely positioned in a dedicated area of the estate. Here you can savour beautiful natural views and ample outdoor space, with the on-site restaurant and bar mere moments away. Your chosen yurt will be elegantly furnished with cosy bedding and soft lighting, while generous shared facilities are within a short stroll.

More of a water baby? Choose a Lakeside Cabin. Not only will you wake up to shimmering lake views, but you’ll also have a scenic outdoor jacuzzi spa bath to relax in – perfect when paired with a chilled sundowner!

Additional cabin facilities include a downy kingsize bed, an en-suite bathroom, and a comfy seating area for chatting over coffee or curling up with a good book. Four of the eight cabins also welcome dogs, so your best four-legged friend needn’t miss out on that well-deserved break, too.

The Glamping Pods, meanwhile, are secluded a short drive away from The Tempus, in the Doxford Barns area of the estate, so particularly ideal for wedding guests at the award-winning barn venue – though there doesn’t need to be a wedding on for you to enjoy a relaxing break here.

At a glance

• A collection of glamping accommodation set within The Tempus, an award-winning boutique hotel on Northumberland’s Charlton Hall Estate.
• Choose your accommodation from:
  • Yurts (2 guests), with generous shared facilities close by.
  • Lakeside Cabins (2 guests) each with an outdoor Jacuzzi bath.
  • Glamping Pods (2 guests), each with a private shower and toilet, a short drive away on the Doxford Barns area of the estate.
• Four of the Lakeside Cabins are dog-friendly.
• The Tempus is home to a restaurant, bar and dining tipi.
• On-site experiences include walking trails, mountain bike hire, stargazing, and cocktail masterclasses.
• The Tempus is located by the Northumberland 250 driving route, with beaches, castles and a wealth of attractions in easy reach.

Features

• Dog Friendly
• Family Friendly

More information

Each pod comes complete with a freshly-dressed double bed, a soft armchair, and those all-important holiday essentials: a shower and toilet (please bring your own towels) and a fridge and kettle.

What to do once you’ve settled in? Why not arrange a sumptuous afternoon tea at the restaurant, or take one of many long walks to be discovered on the estate, for starters?

Meanwhile, immersive on-site experiences include cocktail masterclasses, birdwatching, monthly stargazing sessions with the nearby Kielder Observatory (or order a dedicated Stargazing Hamper just for your stay), and mountain-bike hire.

There’s even a fun nature trail and children’s playground for the little ones, so no-one will have the chance to get bored! And since The Tempus is located by the iconic Northumberland 250 route, you can take your pick of castles, beaches, and countryside for enthralling days out.

Things to note

Dogs are welcome in four of the Lakeside Cabins at an additional charge per dog. Conventional hotel accommodation is also available, please see the property website for more information. Please note that the Glamping Pods are not located at The Tempus but are a short drive away on the estate at Doxford Barns. Please bring your own towels for the Glamping Pods.