Description of holiday cottage in Alnwick, Northumberland / North East
Stone-built cottage in idyllic walking/cycling country, village pub 1m, River Breamish ½m, Alnwick 9m. Inglenook fireplace, log burning stove (all logs included in rental) original features. Accomodates 4 people confortably, 5 or 6 at a push. A perfect get a way for a romantic break or an energetic walking/cycling holiday. Unlike other properties we provide, amongst other things:
- bicycles of various sizes, including a trailer-bike and a child seat.
- flat screen digital TV and DVD player
- CD/digital radio mini system and a wide range of CDs
- toys and games for all ages
- walking essentials, e.g. maps, flasks, rucksacks, binoculars etc.
- well equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave
- fresh milk and bread, butter and jam
- a first meal of pasta and tomato/basil sauce, and a bottle of wine for you to cook when you arrive
-store cupboard essentials, e.g. tea, coffee, sugar, olive oil, ketchup etc.
- luxurious bedding with high quality feather duvets
- long cast iron bath, towels and dressing gowns
- firewood for the wood-burning stove
- travel cot, high-chair, rocker seat, umbrella buggy, fireguard, toilet step and potty
- dog bowl, bed and towels
Geared towards families in terms of equipment - we go the extra mile to make yours and your children’s stay relaxing and enjoyable, providing everything you can think of but can’t fit in the car! These and many other items are all included in the cost.
Downstairs: sitting room and kitchen.Upstairs 3 bedrooms & bathroom . Accomodating 5 people comfortably, maximum 6. Heating by back-boiler behind wood-burning stove with radiators in all other rooms plus immersion heater. Parking immediately outside.
upstairs: Bedroom 1 iron Bed Company Double bed - space for cot. Bedroom 2 Single bunk beds - space for single futon mattress.Wall is covered with maps of Northumberland. Bedroom 3 Small double sofa-bed or travel cot
Enclosed patio garden; wooden table/ 4 chairs; 6 bikes incl. baby seat and tag-along; sledges;wellies;BBQ;Little Tykes rocker, ride on toy, pedal trike
Child friendly attractions nearby:
There is an attractive grassy playground with flying fox 1m away, gently banked river half mile walk along lane towards ford, farm animals all around, gentle hill walks, bluebell wood short drive away. In Alnwick (9m) large indoor soft play/activity centre, swimming pool, Alnwick Castle (Harry Potter) and gardens (giant treehouse and fountain play area). Castles gallore, steam railway (Etal), sandy beaches, Holy Island, all within 1 hours drive. National Park Centre offers pond dips, trails -2m.
Other notes for parents
Blackout curtains are provided in the small third bedroom but not in the bunk room (bedroom two). Cupboards can be secured closed and things kept easily out of reach where necessary! Fully secure fireguard available for log burning stove.Twins? no problem! - we can double up on many items.
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | No Smoking, Pets Allowed |
| General: | Central heating, Stairgate, Beach equipment, Sports equipment, Bicycles, Hairdryer plenty or toys, children and adult books, board games, map and guide books |
| Bedrooms: | 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5 1 Double/s, 1 Twin/s, 1 Put up bed/s, 1 Sofabed/s, 2 Cot/s |
| Bathrooms: | 1 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 1 Wash basin/s, 1 Toilets/s |
| Lounge: | Seating for 5 people TV, CD Player, Radio, DVD Player, Board Games, Books/Magazines, Selection of Films, Selection of Music Digital (Freeview) channels on TV |
| Dining Area: | Seating for 6 people , High chair |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron |
| Outdoors: | BBQ, Private garden, Patio table, Patio chairs |
| Access: | Car essential, Stairs |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included |
Rates
| Period | Weekly | Weekend per night | Midweek per night | Minimum Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September to January | £395.00 | £85.00 | £85.00 | 3 Days |
| February to April | £495.00 | £85.00 | £85.00 | 3 Days |
| April to September | £550.00 | - | - | 7 Days |
| Christmas and new year weeks | £550.00 | - | - | 7 Days |
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Deposit/Booking Notes: Payment by cheque or PayPal, 50% deposit to secure booking.
Location of holiday rental in Alnwick, Northumberland / North East
| Holiday Type: | Beach, Rural, Lake/Riverside, Mountain, Historic/Sightseeing, Family |
| Local Activities: | Walking, Fishing, Climbing, Horse Riding, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Local Market |
Location description
In Alnwick (9m) - Alnwick Castle (Harry Potter) and gardens (giant treehouse and fountain play area), large indoor soft play/activity centre, swimming pool. Beautiful sandy beaches 1/2 an hour away, Castles galore, steam railway (Etal), Holy Island, Berwick and Scottish Borders all within 1 hours drive. Edinburgh 90 minutes. Set in Cheviot hills, the National Park Centre offers walks/trails pond dips, 2m away.Stunning walking and cycling country -free bikes for your use, including toddler seat and tag-a-long! There is an attractive grassy playground with flying fox 1m away, gently banked river half mile walk along lane towards ford, farm animals all around, gentle hill walks, bluebell wood short drive away.http://www.northumberland-cottage.com/excursions.htm has lots of suggested trips from the cottage -tried and tested byt the owners, with maps, where to eat etc.
Local events
Agricultural Shows in the summer, Music Festival in Alnwick in August.Tourist attractions
Alnwick Castle and Gardens. Farne Island boat trips. Holy Island| Nearest Airport: | Newcastle Teeside Edinburgh |
40miles 70miles 80miles |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest Railway Station: | Alnmouth | 12miles |
| Nearest Ferry Port: | Newcastle | 45miles |
| Nearest Bus Station: | Alnwick | 9miles |
| Nearest Beach: | Alnmouth | 12miles |
| Nearest Pub/Restaurant: | Powburn | 1miles |
Directions
Full details of directions with maps on our website www.northumberland-cottage.com/directions
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Contact the Owner of this Alnwick cottage
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| Owner Name: | Anna Scantlebury |
| Property Ref: | 00896 |
| Languages Spoken: | English |
| Preferred Contact Method: | Enquiry Form |
| Primary Telephone: | 0191 2528765 |
| Owner joined website: | 11 January 2009 |
| Property listed since: | 25 January 2009 |
| Link to owners website: | www.northumberland-cottage.com |
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