Northumberland Cottage - Cosy by the fire (1/16)
Sitting room (2/16)
The cottage (3/16)
Branton in the Snow (4/16)
Kitchen (5/16)
Bedroom 1 (6/16)
Bedroom 1 (7/16)
Bedroom 2 (8/16)
Bedroom 3 (9/16)
Bathroom (10/16)
Garden (11/16)
Branton PoppyFields (12/16)
View from Sitting Room Window (13/16)
River walk Branton in Winter (14/16)
Happy Valley Walk (15/16)
Walk in Branton (16/16)
Northumberland Cott
Cottage Ref: 00896
- Sleeps 5
- Self Catering
- 3 Bedrooms
- No Smoking
- 1 Bathrooms
- Pets Allowed
- Bikes for all
Log Burner
Nature Reserve - Car essential
Changeover
Friday
Nearest Airport: Newcastle (40miles)
Not suitable for infirm
Description
Stone-built cottage in idyllic walking/cycling country, River Breamish m, Alnwick 9m. Inglenook fireplace, log burning stove (all logs included in rental) original features. Accomodates 4/5 adults comfortably, 5/6 inc small children. A perfect get a way for a romantic break, family holiday or an energetic walking/cycling holiday. The Bosk Bistro is a walk up the lane, open Wed -Sunday. Unlike other properties we provide, among other things:
- bicycles of various sizes, including a trailer-bike and a child seat.
- TV and DVD player
- toys and games for all ages
- walking essentials, e.g. maps, rucksack, binoculars etc.
- well equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave
- welcome hamper inc bottle of wine.
- store cupboard essentials, e.g. tea, coffee, sugar, olive oil, ketchup etc.
- luxurious bedding and towels
- well equipped modern bathroom with large bath and over shower.
- firewood for the wood-burning stove
- travel cots,high-chairs, rocker seat,umbrella buggy, toilet step
- dog bowl, dog towels
Geared towards families in terms of equipment - we go the extra mile to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable, providing everything you can think of but cant 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. Instant simple central heating and hot water also features wood-burning stove with thermostatically controlled radiators in every room. Parking immediately outside.
upstairs: Bedroom 1 iron Bed Company Double bed - Cast iron fireplace and antique pine drawers Bedroom 2 Large twin cabin beds with built in wardrobe and antique pine chest of drawers. Wall is covered with maps of Northumberland. Bedroom 3 Small double sofa-bed or travel cots
Enclosed patio garden; table/ 6 chairs; 4 bikes + 2 balance bikes and baby seat and tag-along; sledges; wellies; BBQ; Little Tykes rocker, ride on toy, pedal trike, tractor etc.
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 galore, 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 for babies. Cupboards can be secured closed and things kept easily out of reach where necessary! Twins? no problem! - we have 2 cots and 2 highchairs.
Location of holiday rental in Alnwick, Northumberland, North East England
| Holiday Type: | Beach, Rural, Lake/Riverside, Mountain, Historic/Sightseeing, Family |
| Local Activities: | Walking, Fishing, Climbing, Horse Riding, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Local Market |
| 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 |
Location description
2 minutes from the cottage is Branton Lakes Nature Reserve, gentle walk on footpaths, lots of birds and wildlife. Many footpaths from the cottage into Ingram valley/River Breamish. 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 has lots of suggested trips from the cottage -tried and tested by the owners, with maps, where to eat etc.
Local events
Agricultural Shows in the summer, Ingram show early September, Music Festivals in Alnwick and Rothbury in August.
Tourist attractions
Alnwick Castle and Gardens. Farne Island boat trips. Holy Island
Directions
Full details of directions with maps on our website www.northumberland-cottage.com/directions
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | Not suitable for infirm, No Smoking, Pets Allowed |
| General: | Central heating, Electric Fan/s, Internet Access, Stairgate, Beach equipment, Sports equipment, Bicycles, Hairdryer plenty of preschool toys, children and adult books, board games, maps and guide books |
| Bedrooms: | 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5 1 Double/s, 1 Twin/s, 1 Sofabed/s, 2 Cot/s Can sleep 6 if two are young children or babies. |
| Bathrooms: | 1 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 1 Shower/s, 1 Wash basin/s, 1 Toilets/s Shower is over the bath |
| Lounge: | Seating for 5 people TV, Video, CD Player, Radio, DVD Player, Board Games, Books/Magazines, Selection of Films Digital (Freeview) channels on TV but no catch up |
| Dining Area: | Seating for 6 people , High chair Two high chairs, 2 travel cots, stair gates ,2 backpack carriers etc if required for twins . Sterliser, bottle warmer also available. |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron Freezer and Fridge are small, so as to fit in kitchen |
| Outdoors: | BBQ, Private garden, Patio table, Patio chairs |
| Access: | Car essential, Stairs Parking on street outside cottage |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included |
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Rates
| Period | Weekly | Minimum Stay |
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| PEAK 1st April to 31st October - First week | £650 | 7 Days |
| Additional weeks discounted to | £500 | 7 Days |
| OFF PEAK 1st November to 31st March - First week | £550 | 7 Days |
| Additional weeks discounted to | £400 | 7 Days |
Please Note: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion. Currency conversions are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Deposit/Booking Notes
Payment by card online or BACS by arrangement
Deposit 25%.
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Owner Details
Owner Name:
Anna Scantlebury
Property Ref:
00896
Languages Spoken:
English
Preferred Contact Method:
Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone:
07837 637 615
Owner joined website:
11 January 2009
Property listed since:
25 January 2009
Link to owners website:
www.northumberland-cottage.com
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Owner Details
Owner Name: Anna Scantlebury
Property Ref: 00896
Languages Spoken: English
Preferred Contact Method: Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone: 07837 637 615
Owner joined website: 11 January 2009
Property listed since: 25 January 2009
Link to owners website: www.northumberland-cottage.com
Please mention theholidaylet.com and be aware of time differences if making contact by phone.
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