This part of Northumberland suits hikers and anyone who wants long days outdoors followed by a quiet evening back at the cottage.

Downstairs there's a bright open-plan kitchen and diner with a table for six, plus a cosy lounge with a wood burner (logs provided) and a Smart TV. Upstairs you'll find the main bedroom with a mahogany king-size sleigh bed and a twin room with two single beds and full-height trundles beneath for extra guests. Two shower rooms serve the property, one on each floor.

Outside is a wrap-around enclosed garden with patios front and back. Watch local horses and birdlife from the lawn, or catch the sunset with a coffee on the front patio. Alnwick Castle and its award-winning gardens are within easy reach, Warkworth Castle is 5 miles off and Alnmouth's sandy beach is 2.5 miles away. Private parking for two cars is included.

Book this cottage for a Northumberland break built around castles, coastline and countryside walks. With space for four across two bedrooms and a garden made for watching sunsets, it works well for families and couples alike. Check your dates today for a stay near Alnwick.