Once part of a former granary situated on the fringe of the original part of Seahouses, Millers Cottage offers fully renovated accommodation over three floors. The property exudes a cosy and homely ambience and is tastefully furnished throughout. The spacious dining kitchen on the ground floor is particularly well equipped and has a door leading to a courtyard at the rear. The living room on the first floor is beautifully coordinated with a single bedroom adjacent and a fresh bathroom is on this level too. With two further bedrooms on the top floor, one with the convenience of en suite facilities and both with views towards the sea in the distance makes Millers Cottage suitable for the gathering of families and friends alike.

Oak Cottage is full of character with its beamed living room and four poster bed. Relax amid spectacular and dramatic scenery in this gloriously unspoilt part of Northumberland. Lying within the Northumberland National Park and enjoying panoramic views over Whitelee Fell National Nature Reserve, the cottages are former shepherd’s cottages on the owner’s sheep farm, renovated to a very good standard and retaining lots of character. Oak Cottage and Birch Cottage have beamed living room ceilings and all three have inglenook fireplaces with multi-fuel stoves for a warm and cosy atmosphere as well as power showers in the bathroom. There are wildlife cameras which feed live pictures direct to the flatscreen TV in each cottage, so you can watch barn owls, badgers and other wildlife. The area is rich in wildlife and ideal for walkers. Whitelee Farm is an idyllic base for exploring the Roman wall, Lindisfarne, Alnwick Castle, Kielder Forest Park and the Scottish borders. Newcastle and Edinburgh are within an easy drive. Shopping in Otterburn and Jedburgh, both 15 minutes away.
Oak Cottage can be booked together with Birch Cottage (15841) and Rowan Cottage (80119) to accommodate up to 13 people.

Belford is a thriving and friendly village, situated halfway between Alnwick and Berwick-upon-Tweed, just a few miles inland from the stunning Northumberland Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ideal for couples and young families, Miller’s Cottage is the perfect retreat from which to explore this picturesque setting. This Grade II listed property enjoys the whole of the ground floor. The cosy living room has comfy seating and an electric wood burner set in a feature fireplace, perfect for relaxing in front of on those cooler evenings. The kitchen has everything you need to cook up a hearty meal, but with so many choices to eat out nearby you could be very easily tempted away. There are two bedrooms and a lovely family bathroom. Outside, guests have use of a shared courtyard with a sitting-out area. Enjoy a morning coffee and listen to the gentle babbling of the nearby Belford Brook.

There is plenty to keep everyone occupied. The village of Belford is right on your doorstep, where in just a few minutes’ walk you can browse the local independent shops, enjoy a drink in the village pub or reading a tempting menu in one of the many restaurants and cafés.

Leave the car behind and catch one of the frequent busses that run to Bamburgh, with its iconic castle and sandy beach. A trip to Seahouses is a must, where you can enjoy fish and chips whilst enjoying lovely views of the harbour. For cyclists, the quieter lightly trafficked roads is ideal for touring the coastal flatlands. Check the tide times and head over the causeway to Holy Island, a place of pilgrimage even today. Beach 3 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

The Left Luggage Office is a stargazer’s paradise. This elegantly appointed apartment is situated on what was once Falstone Station, on the line that linked England to Scotland. It is situated in the pretty village of Falstone, inside the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park.

Most Britains live within densely populated areas where light pollution allows only a handful of stars to be seen through an orange glow. Here at The Left Luggage Office you can feast your eyes up to thousands of stars. Among the highlights is the Milky Way. It’s something that the vast majority of us will never see, but within the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park you can view it in all its glory. Use binoculars and you can marvel at its arms stretching out on both sides of its bright central core. This wonder of the universe is 2.5 million light years away! Other astronomical phenomena you can look out for during your stay include the Aurora Borealis (more commonly known as the Northern Lights), and the occasional spectacular meteor shower. These shooting stars are grains of dust from the tails of comets burning up when they enter the Earth’s atmosphere. To continue your stargazing odyssey there is the Kielder Observatory. This hugely popular attraction is located on the top of Black Fell, just up the road near Kielder Village, and is run by the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society. The observatory is a must visit for those wanting to make the most of their Dark Sky stay.

The Left Luggage Office is the perfect location to enjoy all the Northumberland countryside has to offer. This bijou property is tastefully furnished offering stylish holiday accommodation for couples. Built on one level, there is an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with underfloor heating throughout. It has a separate double bedroom and a contemporary shower room. The property is decorated with a Christmas theme during the festive season. As well as stargazing, The Left Luggage Office is the perfect base to enjoy the many outdoor activities at Kielder Water and Kielder Forest, northern Europe’s largest man-made lake and forest. Whether it’s long or short walks, off-road mountain biking, taking a ferry trip or just relaxing in this beautiful corner of Northumberland, there is something at The Left Luggage Office for everyone. Shop, pub and restaurant 520 yards.

This charming detached lodge style cottage built in 2013 is set behind The Willows (CC317031), offering its own privacy with views over the fields behind. Spacious for two people, Little Willows is ideally located to explore the Heritage coast, peppered with castles and friendly villages. Only a short drive from Amble, reputedly the friendliest port with a working harbour, good Sunday market and a good selection of pubs, restaurants and shops, with an award-winning ice cream shop on the harbour. Amble is the start of the Heritage coastal route so head north for glorious beaches or head west towards the National Park and Cheviots all within easy driving distance making fabulous days out. Little Willows and The Willows are both dog friendly properties and can be booked together for larger groups whilst maintaining privacy in both properties.

Nestled at the end of a small terrace of three others, Mains Cottage offers stylishly furnished self-catering holiday accommodation. Situated on an 800-acre working arable and sheep farm, and adjacent to the owner’s home, it is within easy reach of the welcoming village of Belford where there are local facilities available including a small supermarket, three pubs and a café. The entrance to the cottage leads into a fresh and contemporary shower room and a well-designed kitchen/dining room. One step up and the rest of the layout is on one level. The master bedroom has the convenience of an en-suite shower room. There is a good-sized living room with lovely views across the fields to the rear, and a twin bedroom too. Giving an ambience of peace and tranquillity across open farmland, this is an idyllic spot to dine al fresco (barbecue supplied) and watch the sun go down.
Heading 10 miles west, you will reach the small town of Wooler, which snuggles at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, ideal for various challenging walking and cycling routes including the ‘St Cuthbert’s Way’, which runs close by. Travelling 6 miles west, you will discover the picture perfect coastal village of Bamburgh, renowned for its fantastic fortress and glorious expanse of golden, sandy sweeping beach. The larger towns of Berwick-upon-Tweed, to the north, and Alnwick, to the south, are equidistant at 15 miles away. Both towns offer a wider range of amenities. Alnwick Castle and Garden are also well worth a visit. Beach 4½ miles. Catch the train from Berwick up to Edinburgh Waverley to enjoy a trip to this vibrant city. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Mains Cottage can be booked together with adjacent Moor View (CC313050) and Curlew Cottage (UK3012) to accommodate up to 13 guests.

Front Row Cottage, River View sits on the edge of the pretty village green in the quiet village of Ovingham on the banks of the picturesque River Tyne in Northumberland. With its comfortable living room with beams and inglenook fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen and upstairs bedroom with kingsize bed and Z-bed suitable for a child. The cottage is ideal for a couple or small family. The front garden has a paved patio area with seating and looks towards the river.
The village of Ovingham has an 18th-century packhorse bridge spanning the Whittle Burn and the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin is where the famous illustrator and engraver Thomas Bewick is buried. The village is well placed to access a wide variety of rural landscapes from the unspoilt beaches of the north east coast to the Cheviot Hills, Kielder Forest and reservoir to the west. There are good local amenities, with a well stocked shop and a village pub within a short stroll, serving food and ales. A 20-minute drive takes you to the world famous Hadrian’s Wall, the county’s greatest Roman monument and World Heritage Site, which stretches 73 miles across the backbone of Northumberland. Crossing through stunning countryside, natural woodland and meadows, there are plenty of established public footpaths, cycle paths, bridleways and popular walks and cycle routes, as well as Roman forts and settlements that include Vindolanda, Chesters and Housesteads.
There is an hourly bus service running into Hexham and Newcastle. With an abundance of history literally on the doorstep, Hexham is filled with interesting places to visit, explore and enjoy. Hexham Abbey sits proudly to the rear of Hexham House and dominates the market place of the town. Dating back to AD674, this old priory boasts an interactive exhibition and a visitor centre, as well as fabulous grounds and public spaces. The cultural city of Newcastle has many places of interest to visit, whether it be art and music at the Sage and Baltic on the shores of the Tyne or the Laing Gallery and Discovery Museum catering for all ages and interests. Explore the vibrant city centre and enjoy retail therapy with its fabulous shops and vast array of restaurants and coffee shops. The beautiful Northumberland coast at Bamburgh is around an hour’s drive and Tynemouth around 30 minutes. There is something here for all ages, it is perfectly placed to enjoy everything the North of England has to offer. Beach 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

This spacious, family-sized semi-detached bungalow, with private rear garden, makes an ideal holiday base, close to the Heritage coastal route peppered with castles and friendly villages. Great attention to detail ensures a relaxed and comfortable stay at this perfect retreat for couples, friends or families. Amble is nearby with full amenities, further on visit Alnmouth, Beadnell, Seahouses and Alnwick with its water gardens, cobbled streets and unique shops. Nearby is Hauxley Bird Sanctuary; Druridge Bay Park is almost on the doorstep. Golf, fishing and riding nearby. There is a small club 150 yards from the cottage. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Eider Cottage has uninterrupted views across open fields with the sea as a backdrop from the patio windows and outside seating area. Set near the entrance of a small, quiet cul de sac within the picturesque coastal village of Embleton, this compact, self catering holiday bungalow is extremely well placed for a peaceful seaside retreat. The open plan living area has patio doors opening out onto the garden, maximising the amazing views. A lane close to the cottage leads directly to the golden sands of Embleton bay; idyllic for an evening stroll and listening to the waves lapping gently against the seashore. Local facilities are a gentle stroll from Eider Cottage and include a post office/shop, pubs serving good food, a church, golf club and an excellent children’s play park. This ideally located holiday home offers a superb base in which to explore this magnificent Heritage shoreline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby is Craster, famous for its smoked kippers and glorious walks along the cliff top to Dunstanburgh Castle should not be missed. Seahouses, a bustling little seaside town, has boat trips to the Farne Islands, ample fish and chip shops and a working harbour. Only a few miles from Alnwick with its famous castle used in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey.

This detached, single-storey coach house built in 1833 is ideal for couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The open plan living space is well planned, with a well-equipped kitchen with electrical appliances and underfloor heating. The beamed living area boasts a cosy wood burner and comfy sofa to curl up on and relax, alongside a dining area to sit and enjoy your morning brunch or evening supper. The spacious bedroom with arched window and shutter looks out onto the garden, with a kingsize bed set with quality bed linen. Outside is a large, enclosed lawned garden and wooded area with gravelled terrace, set within shrubbery and looking out to open countryside where you can see an array of wildlife.
Conveniently close to the A697, Shawdon Hill Coach House affords easy access to explore this beautiful and historic part of North Northumberland. The market town of Alnwick with its castle, the stunning Alnwick Gardens and a wide array of independent shops, galleries and eateries is just 8 miles away. The picture-postcard town of Rothbury sitting at the foot of the Simonside and Lordenshaw Hills, with Cragside Hall on its outskirts, is 9 miles away. Wooler is a welcoming market town 11 miles from the property, nestled at the foot of the Cheviot Hills and offering a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding countryside, its many challenging or less strenuous walks or trails close by and any stargazers will delight in the dark sky offerings on the doorstep. The Northumberland Heritage Coast is less than 15 miles east and there are no less than 10 castles to explore within 25 miles, with many Iron Age discoveries to be had very close to the property. Shawdon Hill Coach House is an excellent base to uncover the beauty of North Northumberland and has easy access to the Scottish Borders or even Edinburgh which is only 74 miles away. Beach 14 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub ½ mile and restaurant 8 miles. This property can be booked with Shawdon Hill Cottage (UK40187) to accomodate parties of 8.