Pet Friendly Holidays Northumberland

Blue Caps is a beautiful detached property nestled in a peaceful cul-de-sac within the heart of the welcoming coastal village of Beadnell. Furnished and equipped to a very good standard this deceptively spacious cottage oozes the epitome of style. The large open plan living space centres upon a welcoming woodburner ensuring Blue Caps is a cosy choice regardless of the season. French doors lead to a fully enclosed south-facing patio area; an idyllic spot to dine alfresco. The contemporary dining/kitchen areas are very well equipped. With four spacious double bedrooms and four bath/shower rooms too, Blue Caps is a particularly suitable choice for extended parties. Two of the bedrooms (one king and one twin) are located at one ‘wing’ of the property leading from the living room, whereas the other two bedrooms (one king and one twin) are at the other, leading from the dining area – making this unique layout ideal for the gathering of families and friends alike. Beadnell is a popular holiday destination and offers local facilities including family and pet friendly pubs serving good food all within a gentle stroll from Blue Caps. A small sandy bay speckled with rocky outcrops is close by and leads to a long sandy beach that stretches to Seahouses, 2 miles north. The wide expanse of golden sandy beach Beadnell Bay is renowned for is a mere 10-minutes walk: a popular destination for water-sports enthusiasts, including sailing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and scuba diving. Beadnell Bay can truly be described as the jewel in Northumberland’s seaside crown; idyllic for a romantic barefoot stroll in the sand to listen to the waves lap against the shoreline and inhale the invigorating sea air. Two miles up the coastline is the traditional fishing port of Seahouses, where boat trips to the nearby Farne Islands – famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony – depart regularly from its harbour. Here there are several charming tea rooms, quaint pubs and shops with horse-riding; fishing and golf on the links close by being only a sample of the many amenities available in this popular location. A further 3 miles up the coastline is the picturesque village of Bamburgh, which lies snuggled in the shadow of its majestic fortress and commands the power and presence of the seasoned television set it regularly becomes. Holy Island – the birthplace of Christianity and site of Lindisfarne Castle – can be seen from the unspoilt golden, sandy beach. Just a few miles inland is the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its own dramatic castle (and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy!). Visitors will enjoy a trip to Alnwick Garden – a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden including the Grand Cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe! Beach 400 yards. Shop 300 yards, pubs and restaurants 400 yards.

Set in the heart of the picture postcard harbour village pf Craster and perched on the edge of this stunning coastline with outstanding sea views, Water’s Edge offers excellent holiday accommodation for families or groups of friends. With spectacular views towards Dunstanburgh Castle to the north and the beaches as far as Amble and Coquet Island to the south and panoramic views out to the sea, this detached property offers a sunken sheltered area of garden, making a perfect area for family barbecues whilst listening to the waves crashing below. A stone wall is all that separates the lawn from the yawning and rocky beach. French doors from the two living areas lead straight out to the well maintained gardens should you wish to relax and unwind. Craster village lies halfway along the Heritage Coastal route in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is still famous today for its smoked kippers and seafood. The walk along to Dunstanburgh Castle has featured in the top ten walks in Britain and can be started from your door. Golf available nearby. A fabulous base from which to explore this magnificent county peppered with castles and friendly villages. Shop, pub and restaurant 90 yards.

This fabulous-sized holiday home is perfect for families and friends and just over a mile from the stunning coastline with the beautiful Sugar Sands Beach nearby, a real hidden gem of a beach. It is also only four miles from both Alnmouth and Alnwick with its famous castle and gardens. Argentum House is a perfect base for your well-deserved family holiday or a relaxing quick short break at all times of the year.
This spacious holiday home has a large, enclosed garden with plenty of playing out space and plenty of parking with additional living rooms, a sunroom, and even a playroom for the little ones or a separate space with a table should you wish to work from home.
The property is set within the picturesque village of Longhoughton with its award-winning coffee shop over the road. This small village is only 4 miles east of the historic market town of Alnwick, where there is a wide array of amenities including a cinema/playhouse, restaurants, plenty of shops, and a variety of cafés and pubs to choose from. Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland (and film location for some Harry Potter’s Hogwarts scenes) is a popular visitor attraction, or visit Alnwick Gardens, a wonderful interpretation of a formal garden, including a grand cascade waterfall, a poison garden and a restaurant where you can dine in the largest tree house in Europe. New in May 2023 is Lilidorei, a magical place full of play with the world’s largest play structure to discover (booking essential).
The romantic beach at Embleton is only five miles away. The picture postcard village of Alnmouth is 4 miles with more stunning beaches and quaint cafés and pubs. From this wonderful holiday home you can explore the beautiful Northumberland Heritage Coast, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to the east, and the wild expanses of the heather-capped Cheviot Hills to the west. The coastal villages, peppered with castles, will delight all ages stretching from the walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed down to the coastal town of Amble and the stunning beach at Druridge Bay. You are completely spoilt for choice in this stunning part of the county.

This charming stone-built, period holiday cottage dates back to the 1840’s and is situated in the heart of the village, midway between Craster and Alnwick. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is perfectly located for exploring this unspoilt county and set on a Heritage Coastal route with some of the finest beaches in Britain. Within 1 mile from a secluded sandy bay and coastal walks. Nearby is the village post office. Alnwick, 4 miles, with the castle used as ‘Hogwarts’ in the Harry Potter films. Bottle of wine on arrival. Shop 200 yards, pub 1½ miles, restaurant 2 miles.

This deceptively spacious, semi-detached, old fisherman’s cottage is set just off the harbour in the centre of Craster. Dating back to 1890, it is tucked away, only a stone’s throw from the sea. It has a tiered garden which is detached from the property, about 30 yards away with views to the sea and harbour. The coastal path leads to Dunstanburgh Castle and onto the sandy beaches at Embleton. Brimming with character and sprinkled with family antiques, this holiday cottage provides a homely and welcoming base to explore this magnificent coastline and beyond. Craster is steeped in tradition and centred on the ‘picture-postcard’ harbour, where visitors should try the smoked Craster kippers from the smokery or the local pub. The coastline and inland is peppered with friendly villages and castles, where visitors will find they have to return to enjoy what is reputedly the most unpopulated and unspoilt county in England. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Set in the centre of Embleton, this stone-built, terraced holiday cottage is ideally located for exploring the magnificent Heritage Coast. Embleton Bay was once voted the most romantic bay in the north and this small village with pubs, village shop and children’s play park, is near some fantastic tourist spots. Craster is steeped in tradition and centred on the ‘picture-postcard’ harbour, where visitors should try the smoked Craster Kippers from the smokery (one of the oldest in England) or the local pub. The coastal path from the harbour along to Dunstanborough Castle is one of the prettiest walks in the county. Alnwick with its majestic castle and gardens, cobbled streets and abundance of eateries and pubs is 8 miles away and Seahouses, where boat trips to the Farne Islands and fabulous fish and chips can be enjoyed, just 7 miles away. Rothbury and Cragside Hall are just 19 miles away, and Holy Island is 26 miles (remember to check the tide times for crossing the causeway). Beach 1 mile. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.

Situated on a quiet residential area, and only a short walk from the village amenities, The Spinney is an ideal holiday base for exploring the glorious Northumberland coastline, stunning beaches, castles and National Trust properties. Seahouses golf course is only 600 yards from the property and horse riding is available nearby. Presented to a very good standard, it provides comfortable, cosy, well furnished and equipped accommodation boasting magnificent sea views from the master bedroom. To make your stay at The Spinney even more enjoyable and a lovely home from home experience, the property also benefits from unlimited super fast fibre optic Wi-Fi, BT sports package, Sky sports package and Freeview TV channels. Shops, restaurants and harbour are only a short walk away.

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.

Clutter Cottage is a fresh, delightful holiday home completely refurbished in 2018, with Wi-Fi, feature beams, modern kitchen and shower room with walk-in shower and toilet, and plentiful storage space.

It sits along the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a few minutes’ walk from the dunes and seven mile sandy beach of glorious Druridge Bay, part of the National Cycle Network ‘Coasts & Castles’. Nature reserves and walking trails are on the doorstep, with watersports activities and fishing nearby close by. Ornithologists may see the rare golden snipe or bee catchers, whilst families of Little Owls send a flutter of delight to even casual bird watchers.

Holy Island, Alnwick with its famous station book store and castle and gardens, used in the Harry Potter films for Hogwarts, Blyth with its lighthouse and Seaton Delaval Hall, Bamburgh Castle, Newcastle, boat trips from Amble around Coquet Island, and Seahouses with boats to the Farne Islands, are all within easy driving distance. Takeaways, delicatessens, cafés, pubs and restaurants cater for all from fish and chips and award-winning ice cream, to more adventurous palates.

Just along the coast from the cottage towards Cresswell is the popular Drift Café and a dining pub is around a mile away. Amble has a Sunday market, plenty of eateries, a marina and harbour side shops. A plentiful range of further places of interest and activities, plus supermarkets are all within a short radius. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

This comfortable, semi-detached holiday home features gas central heating and the bedrooms have touch bedside lamps. The kingsize bedroom also has a TV and built in dressing table. The property is close to the harbour and shops of the friendly port of Amble. The town has a good selection of eateries, with an award-winning ice cream shop on the harbour, where boat trips to Coquet Island can be taken. You are just a short drive from Warkworth, with its hillside castle, river walks and pubs, with Alnmouth only a little further, with its picture postcard estuary. Alnwick, with its famous castle and gardens, is 9 miles. Seahouses, Bamburgh, Craster and Beadnell are approximately 30 minutes away. Newcastle is 50 minutes. An ideal base for exploring this unspoilt county, peppered with friendly villages and castles. Beach 200 yards. Shop 20 yards, pub 100 yards, restaurant 70 yards.