Oozing character and charm with a cosy wood burner set in the inglenook fireplace, ideal for cosying up in front of on those cooler evenings, The Secret Cottage is the perfect romantic retreat for couples or friends.

The attention to detail throughout this renovated cottage is evident, the owners have thought of everything to make this a beautiful place to relax and spend some time in this popular little market town. With lots of exposed brickwork, wood panelling and the master bedroom even has its own free-standing bath in the room, with a separate toilet and basin in the en-suite.

The Secret Cottage is set in the old part of the town set just off Oldgate, which dates back to the 12th century. Reached via a small side gate the cottage is hidden from the street and no road runs past it. Set in the heart of Morpeth there is an abundance of cafes, high quality bars, restaurants and bistros and some wonderful bespoke shops. Meander through the Edwardian Sanderson Arcade, restored to it’s full glory with shops to delight all age groups. The streets and parks in Morpeth always have flowers and the small town is popular with local folks particularly the arts and crafts gallery set in the 13th century Chantry at the bottom end of the town. For those that like some history then the county of Northumberland which is reputedly the friendliest county in England is steeped in history.

The heritage coastline with miles of golden beaches is peppered with castles, travel north to the enchanting tiny island of Lindisfarne, known as Holy Island or take a day in Alnwick there the Duke still resides in the 700-year-old castle, favoured for the movie scenes featured in Harry Potter, Braveheart and Downton Abbey, visitors love to visit here and then go onto the Duchess famous water gardens. If hiking is your thing the nearby Cheviots are perfect but if not, then perhaps take a day over to Cragside House in Rothbury only a half hour away the first house to be powered by hydroelectricity.

A golf course is nearby in Morpeth as is the train station where you can leave your car and hop on a train to Newcastle, Edinburgh or York to experience a lovely day trip. Nearby Newcastle is steeped in history, here you can admire the beautiful buildings on Grey Street and experience some wonderful food and drinks, then meander down to the Quayside and take a look at the Tyne Bridge, wherever you go in and around he Secret Cottage you will be sure to receive a real warm “Geordie” welcome.

Nestled in the serene village of Ellington near Druridge Bay, this modern holiday home offers a luxurious retreat for up to five guests, completed to the highest standard in 2024. Boasting three bedrooms, including one with an en-suite shower room, and a family bathroom adorned with high-quality fittings, this well-equipped holiday home ensures comfort and relaxation throughout your stay.
As you step inside, a spacious ground floor living/dining area awaits, adorned with contemporary furnishings and a 65" Smart TV for entertainment. French doors open onto a pebbled rear garden, backing on to peaceful gardens, providing the perfect spot for outdoor seating and al fresco dining. The separate kitchen is fully equipped with modern facilities, ideal for preparing delicious meals with locally sourced ingredients. Just a stone’s throw away, you’ll find a charming gastro pub and convenient shop, perfect for stocking up on essentials or indulging in a delightful meal after a days exploring.
Curlew Retreat serves as an excellent base for exploring the wonders of Northumberland. A short drive takes you to Cresswell, where sweeping, unspoilt sands await next to the picturesque Druridge Bay Country Park, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Within minutes, you can reach Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, boasting a long promenade overlooking the bay with a friendly Italian Ice Cream parlour in the centre. Amble, with its bustling working harbour, and historic Morpeth, home to bespoke shops and restaurants, are both just a 20-minute drive away. Embark on day trips to explore the rich heritage of Northumberland, from the grandeur of Alnwick and Bamburgh Castles to the mystical allure of Holy Island and the charming seaside town of Seahouses – all within an hour’s drive.
Whether you seek adventure or tranquility, this peaceful holiday home provides the perfect sanctuary for discovering the diverse beauty of Northumberland, offering a memorable escape in one of England’s friendliest counties. Beach 1 mile.
This property can be booked together with Sandpiper Rest (UK46781) to accommodate up to 10 guests.

Bewick House is ideal for couples, friends, or a small family to spend some time together close to the beach in this friendly, small seaside village, ideally located to easily reach all the top tourist attractions throughout this friendly diverse county. Only a few steps to the “Horseshoe Steps” which lead down to the sandy beach in this popular little seaside village in a quiet area, Bewick House is an ideal retreat for up to five people. Newbiggin still has a few fishing boats, and the lifeboat station is one of the oldest in England. The beach sweeps around the bay with the Church Point at one end with a lovely cliff top walk looking over the sea. The promenade is almost a mile long, a nice flat stroll on an evening or in the mornings to blow away the cobwebs. Set in the centre of the promenade is a wonderful Italian ice cream parlour popular with locals and visitors set on the piazza where you may be lucky to see live music on the bandstand in the summer. The village has all you need with an excellent bakery, takeaways, pubs, fruit shop and a good size supermarket.
Travel over to Cresswell and Drurudge Bay for miles of unspoilt coast then head up onto the heritage coastal route and discover the castles and sites that make Northumberland Special. Day trips can be taken in all directions, a popular attraction is Hadrian’s Wall over to the west, stop off at a Roman Fort en route. Holy Island is North and home to the Lindisfarne Gospels (check the tides) reached by a causeway, steeped in history it shouldn’t be missed whilst in the area.
The pretty market town of Morpeth is only 8 miles with lots of excellent restaurants, bars and shops with an Edwardian Shopping Arcade. Head south to Tynemouth and Whitley Bay and walk along the vast promenade with plenty to see and do, children may enjoy the Sealife centre. Newbiggin by the sea is popular with surfers and paddle boarders as well as great sea fishing, and rock pooling whilst admiring the only east coast offshore sculpture set in the sea “The Couple” designed by Sean Henry.

Ad Gefrin is set in the pretty and peaceful small village of Acklington, very close to Amble and Warkworth. A village pub is only a few minutes’ walk from your cottage and there is an award-winning ice cream dairy only a mile away along a winding country lane.
Your stone-built, semi-detached holiday home is set on a small development overlooking fields to the rear with fabulous attention to details throughout. The large open-plan living space has been carefully designed to offer comfort, whilst offering that feeling of being somewhere special, being bright and airy with comfortable seating and stylish furnishings. The modern kitchen is furnished with a small breakfast table, and all the facilities to cook and enjoy some special evenings in. With four bedrooms, two with Hypnos mattresses and one en-suite, and a large modern family bathroom with an anti-scald bath tap, this modern holiday home is perfect for couples and families, and welcomes one pet. The garden has a patio area which is south facing, catching the sun and overlooking the fields and countryside to the rear.
Nearby Warkworth is home to a castle that sits at the top of the hill, dominating the village with a lovely riverside walk and quaint bespoke shops and cafés. Amble is a popular small seaside town with a working harbour, harbour pod shopping area and plenty of cafés and restaurants.
Acklington village is an ideal location to explore all the surrounding areas. Northumberland is such a diverse county with miles of golden sandy beaches nearby and the most stunning National Park, famed for its dark skies. Head up further north and discover Holy Island, where the Lindisfarne Gospels were kept, and Bamburgh with the cliff top castle. Wherever you go from Ad Gefrin, you will be sure of a warm and genuine welcome from the local Northumbrian people.

Welcome to The Old Workshop, just a couple of minutes from the bustling centre of Keswick. It’s perfect for groups of couples and families, and if you’re looking for an excellent base for that family reunion, look no further. The Old Workshop is located in a quiet residential street, just off the town centre. There’s a private parking space and ample street parking meaning you can leave the car behind and enjoy this popular market town on foot.
Keswick is full of narrow streets with independent shops and courtyards, and has an abundance of bars, pubs, restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, delis, outdoor shops, and every other type of shopping experience you could imagine. This traditional market town is full of great things to discover. If you like culture check out the Theatre by The Lake, with award-winning arts and drama on the banks of Derwentwater, where you can also hire a rowing boat or even take a dip if you need to cool down. For fun you could try Puzzling Place, a mind-boggling attraction based on optical illusions or the Derwent Pencil Museum, home to the largest pencil in the world. Or if you want a wild day out, try The Lake District Wildlife Park at Bassenthwaite being 8 miles away, or The Lakes Distillery offering daily tasting and tours, which is also only 8 miles from the property. If you like walking, cycling and climbing, you are surrounded by some amazing scenery and routes around Latrigg and Catbells, and nearby you’ll find Skiddaw, Blencathra and Helvellyn to name a few. Beach 22¾ miles. Pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Crescent by the Sea is within easy walking distance of the beach and long promenade which stretches along the seafront in this friendly seaside village. With four bedrooms and a lovely heated conservatory overlooking the enclosed lawned garden, this is a wonderful holiday home to spend time in with your family, friends or for couples to relax and unwind in.

Visitors to this comfortable holiday home will have a private parking space where you can leave the car and hop on a bus at the nearby bus stop to reach some lovely towns and villages. Newbiggin still has a few fishing boats and the lifeboat station is one of the oldest in England. The beach sweeps around the bay with the Church Point at one end with a lovely cliff top walk looking over the sea. The promenade is almost a mile long, a nice flat stroll in the evening, or in the mornings to blow away the cobwebs. Set in the centre of the promenade is a wonderful Italian ice cream parlour popular with locals and visitors, set on the piazza where you may be lucky to see live music on the bandstand in the summer. The village has all you need with an excellent bakery, takeaways, pubs, fruit shop, fish and chips and a good size supermarket.
Nearby Cresswell and Drurudge Bay has miles of unspoilt coast, then head north onto the Heritage Coast and discover the castles and villages that make Northumberland special. Day trips can be taken in all directions; a popular attraction is Hadrian’s Wall over to the west, stop off at a Roman fort en route. Holy Island is north and home to the Lindisfarne Gospels, reached by a causeway (check the tides). Steeped in history, it shouldn’t be missed whilst in the area. The pretty market town of Morpeth is only 8 miles with lots of excellent restaurants, bars and shops with an Edwardian shopping arcade. Head south to Tynemouth and Whitley Bay and walk along the vast promenade with plenty to see and do. Children may enjoy the Sea Life Centre. Newbiggin-by-the-Ssea is popular with surfers and paddle boarders and there is great sea fishing and rock pooling whilst admiring the only east coast offshore sculpture, ‘The Couple’, designed by Sean Henry.

A wonderful two-bedroom cottage perched in Thropton, Northumberland. Private garden. Close to amenities. Near a National Park. Romantic. Alnwick 13.8 miles.

Tile Sheds is a detached cottage situated on a 300 acre mixed working farm. The accommodation benefits from being all on ground floor level and is deceptively spacious throughout. The living room boasts a superb wood burner to snuggle in front of after a day exploring the miles of stunning vistas Northumberland is renowned for. The farmhouse kitchen has an American style fridge/freezer, newly fitted units and although there is the added convenience a modern electric oven and hob, there is also a large AGA to create a homely ambience. Three large double bedrooms and a contemporary bathroom complete the picture.

This extraordinary three-storey cottage rests on the coast of Amble in Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Sea views. Contemporary interior. Alnmouth 6.6 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 28.3 miles.

A lovely single-storey lodge in Felton, Northumberland. Hot tub. Beautiful views. On-site facilities. Alnwick 10.8 miles; Newcastle 23.6 miles; Whitley Bay 24.5 miles.