Beyond the town, the Northumberland coast opens up with beaches, castles and fishing villages all within easy reach for day trips.

Inside, two king-size bedrooms and a double sit alongside a twin room tucked into the eaves on the second floor. The downstairs double has exposed beams and its own en-suite shower room with a grab rail and shower seat. Upstairs, a family bathroom has a freestanding roll-top bath, while a second-floor snug with a day bed gives children their own hideaway with a Smart TV. Downstairs, the dining room keeps its shuttered windows and a feature fireplace, while the lounge has a roaring wood burner for cooler evenings.

Alnwick Castle sits right on the doorstep (2 minutes on foot). Alnmouth Beach is 4.5 miles away (10 minutes by car), with golden sand backing onto the dunes. Warkworth, with its riverside castle, is 7.5 miles off (15 minutes) and Craster is 6.8 miles away (15 minutes), known for fresh seafood and the walk to Dunstanburgh Castle ruins.

Book this one for a proper family get-together or a reunion with friends. Guests have praised its central position and generous room sizes. With a peaceful courtyard garden tucked behind the sunroom, the cottage offers space to gather and space to unwind. Check your dates today for a break right beside Alnwick Castle.