Alnwick Castle
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The Old Sweet Shop is a large three-storey Victorian terraced house built in 1899 in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. Originally a shop and dwellinghouse, it has been fully converted and modernised into one spacious family home. Rated 4. 9 out of 5 across 57 reviews, this property consistently impresses guests with its space, quality and location.
Alnwick is a historic market town with narrow streets that have barely changed since the stagecoach era. Alnwick Castle, The Alnwick Garden and the famous Barter Books are all within a short walk. The weekly Saturday market runs in the Market Place. Beaches, castles and countryside are all within easy reach.
The house sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The Old Sweet Shop is a large three-storey Victorian terraced house built in 1899 in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. Originally a shop and dwellinghouse, it has been fully converted and modernised into one spacious family home. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 57 reviews, this property consistently impresses guests with its space, quality and location.
Alnwick is a historic market town with narrow streets that have barely changed since the stagecoach era. Alnwick Castle, The Alnwick Garden and the famous Barter Books are all within a short walk. The weekly Saturday market runs in the Market Place. Beaches, castles and countryside are all within easy reach.
The house sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has a super-king bed (convertible to twins). Bedroom 2 has a king-size bed. Bedroom 3 has two singles. The top-floor bedroom features a king-size bed, exposed beams and a freestanding bath. Three bathrooms serve the whole group comfortably.
Alnwick Castle (0.5 miles), The Alnwick Garden (0.5 miles), Barter Books (on the same road) and Bamburgh Castle (15 miles / 25 mins) are all close by.
The Old Sweet Shop suits families, groups and multi-generational trips. A woodburning stove, well-equipped kitchen and generous welcome pack make this a standout base for exploring Northumberland.

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