Dinmont Cottage sits in the quiet village of Shilbottle, Northumberland, between Alnwick and Alnmouth. This three-bedroom cottage sleeps six across a kingsize room, a double and a twin, with one bathroom. Downstairs is an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space with a smart TV and electric woodburner. One dog is welcome and there's private parking for three cars.

Shilbottle itself has walks straight from the village and the coast is less than four miles away. To the east lies the Heritage Coastline, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while the Cheviot Hills roll out to the west. Golfers have a choice of a 9-hole course by the beach or an 18-hole course at Foxton. Alnmouth station offers day return tickets to Edinburgh, Durham and York for a full day out.

The ground floor has an enclosed patio and a separate lawned front garden, both fitted with garden furniture. Bedroom one has a 5ft kingsize bed, bedroom two a 4ft 6in double and bedroom three two 3ft single beds. The bathroom has a bath and separate cubicle shower and there's a downstairs toilet too.

Alnwick Castle, used in the Harry Potter films, is just a few minutes' drive away and you can even book broomstick lessons there. Nearby too are the Alnwick Water Gardens, home to the Tree House restaurant, said to be the largest in Europe. Amble, a short drive off, has a Sunday market, harbour shopping pods and boat trips out to the Coquet Island bird sanctuary. Warkworth, with its hilltop castle and riverside walk, is also within easy reach.

Dinmont Cottage suits families or friends wanting a homely base near the Northumberland coast and countryside. With a highly acclaimed Indian restaurant and an award-winning café both on your doorstep, plus castles, gardens and beaches all close by, there's plenty packed into one stay. Book today for a great break near Alnwick.