Until recently, The Steading Retreat (a low occupancy version of The Steading At West Lyham) was merely an austere farmhouse and yard. Now, however, it has been dramatically transformed and reinvented as a sophisticated five-bedroom hideaway – one filled with light and drenched in style. The Steading centres upon an open-plan living area which boldly marries old with new. Befitting of interior magazines, this space sets a clean, classy tone maintained throughout. GROUND FLOOR The property is ground floor. For guests with mobility issues, there are one or two small lips from the kitchen and dining room to be aware of. The barn conversion is set in a U shape configuration with the main living and kitchen spaces sitting to the centre looking out towards the courtyard, with five bedrooms (three en suite). Three bedrooms and two bathrooms sit off the TV/room bar area, and two bedrooms and bathrooms sit off the main sitting room. Large double-height open plan kitchen with sitting room area comprising: Kitchen with marble work surfaces, two double ovens, two microwaves (one with grill option), induction hob, two dishwashers, coffee machine, large fridge. There is a separate utility room with a combined washer/dryer, large eight-drawer freezer, and a sink. There are arched doors to the front courtyard and a double door to the rear garden and parking area which gives access to the large side garden. Sitting room area with large corner sofa and Morsø stove, 43" Smart TV. Dining room with large dining table (six chairs and bench seat) which seats ten. Sitting room with three large sofas and 55" Smart TV. TV room and bar with large corner sofa and 55" Smart TV. The bar area has a wine fridge, sink and storage. Please enquire if you’d like to use the beer pumps or take advantage of a staffed bar during your stay. Arched door to the courtyard and single door to the rear parking area. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Bedroom one with king size bed, side tables, double wardrobe with hanging space and storage. En suite bathroom, with large walk-in shower (rainforest head and separate mixer), heated towel rail, basin and WC. Bedroom two is a large master suite with king size bed, side tables, courtyard windows and door. 50" Smart TV. Separate dressing room with hanging and storage space. Large en suite bathroom with large freestanding bath, large walk-in shower with rainforest head and separate mixer, heated towel rail, basin and WC. OUTSIDE There is a large enclosed gravelled courtyard (south-facing) to the front of The Steading. This has multiple flower beds and two large water features with fountains. It is very important that children are supervised at all times in this area. The large side garden is westerly facing and has a large patio area and lawn for enjoying the beautiful sunsets and views towards the Cheviot hills (images coming soon). At the rear of the property there is parking, large raised beds and a private sitting area. The rear and side garden is fully enclosed when the access gate is closed. Garden furniture will be provided in the Spring and Summer months. A BBQ is not provided. PARKING Private parking for 4-5 cars to the rear of the property. 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 are provided on request. Important - there are two large water features in the front courtyard and children must be closely supervised at all times. DOGS Three dogs are welcome at The Steading at a charge of £15 per dog. Additional dogs may be considered on request. GUEST AMENITIES Bed linen, towels and guest toiletries are provided. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom. WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE Wi-Fi is available and is a good speed and sufficient for streaming. Mobile coverage is poor but guests will be able to make Wi-Fi calls instead. HEATING Underfloor heating throughout the property. The open plan kitchen with sitting area has a Morsø wood burning stove - logs provided. GUEST PRIVACY Guests should be aware that The Stables (sleeps 4) and The Smithy (sleeps 2) are in the same ownership and sit directly opposite The Steading. Both properties are available as holiday lets. The large garden to the side of The Steading has, on one boundary, a dividing fence separating it from the shared lawned garden for The Stables and The Smithy. ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION For guests looking to holiday together, this property can be booked alongside The Smithy at West Lyham (sleeping 2) and/or The Stables at West Lyham (sleeping 4), which are directly opposite The Steading and sit next door to one another. A further three double bedrooms within The Steading Retreat, including two zip and link beds, can be made available when booking the full-capacity version of this property, The Steading At West Lyham (sleeps 10).