The Cottage sits in Lesbury, a pretty village near the Northumberland coast close to Alnwick. It's a detached stone cottage with everything on the ground floor, so no stairs to worry about. Built for two, it suits couples after a short break or a longer stay away from the crowds. One step takes you to the front door and inside you'll find a genuinely cosy set-up throughout.

Lesbury itself is quiet, but the coast is close and Alnwick is just a short drive away. This part of Northumberland mixes sandy beaches with historic market towns, so there's plenty to fill your days. Cyclists and walkers can reach Alnwick along scenic routes without needing the car. Golf and sailing are both easy to arrange nearby too.

Inside there's one double bedroom with a 4ft 6in bed, plus a bathroom with a bath and shower over. The living room and diner is warmed by a woodburning stove and initial logs are provided free. There's a smart TV for evenings in. The kitchen is separate and comes fully equipped for self-catering, with a dishwasher and washing machine included.

Alnmouth is a short drive or a walk away, home to Alnmouth Beach and its famous estuary with views to St Cuthbert's Cross (2 miles, 5 minutes). Alnwick town brings Barter Books and Alnwick Castle, the Harry Potter filming location (3 miles, 10 minutes). Seahouses, Northumberland's busiest fishing village, offers boat trips to the Farne Islands to see puffins and seals (12 miles, 25 minutes). Newcastle makes a good day trip too, with the Quayside and Tyne Bridge on offer (35 miles, 50 minutes).

Couples wanting a proper Northumberland escape will find plenty to love at The Cottage. Its own private back garden catches the sun morning and evening, the stove keeps things snug and the coast and castle country are both on your doorstep. Book today for a peaceful break near Alnwick for two.