A barrel sauna, hot tub and enclosed garden at this beautiful escape near the Northumberland coast (sleeps 4-5)
Space & setting.
What holiday is not enhanced by a gentle spell in a barrel sauna, or a starlit wallow in a hot tub? This beautiful little house surrounded by farmland is an ideal launch pad for the very best Northumberland has to offer, from the Poison Garden at Alnwick Castle to the wide sweep of sand at the castle-topped Bamburgh beach, and strolls out towards the Cheviot Hills. And once you’ve filled your day with adventuring, you can retreat to this modern haven to recharge.
A decadently cosy master bedroom (replete with woodburner and freestanding tub) makes it gorgeous for a couple, but there’s a bunkbed room and trundle bed too, so up to 3 kids can stay in style. They’ll love playing in the willow tunnel and den by day. and swaddling up in blankets beneath the pines at dusk, listening for the hoot of owls and star spotting. Across the garden a lovely cabin provides additional indoor space, and a change of scene for rainy days. Sink into the green velvet sofas for a movie night over here — or treat the children to a Disney film while you adults chill in the hot tub. Should you be too relaxed to cook after all that, just wander into the village for fish and chips.
Getting here: drive, or train to Berwick upon Tweed then taxi (20 mins)
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Sustainability.
Fully insulated with underfloor heating via an air-source pump. Energy saving appliances including an induction hob and hot-water tap. Solar powered external lighting. Much of the furniture is vintage or from independent suppliers.
Surrounds.
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Bamburgh © Moritz Jager for Unsplash -
Cheviot Hills © northumberlandnationalpark.org -
Bamburgh Beach © Karen Roe
- Supersize your spa-ing with a massage or beauty treatment; the mobile therapist can set up in the garden cabin, or in the master bedroom by the fire.
- Brunch on Turkish eggs at The School House in Lucker (dog friendly), or get lunch at The Apple Inn (10 mins’ drive).
- The house is on the popular Coast & Castles cycle route; bring bikes and whiz off from the front door.
- Bamburgh is a 10-minute drive with its incredible sandy beach and the famous Bamburgh Castle. Sample some of the best local seafood and warmest welcomes at the Potted Lobster.
- Or head to Alnmouth (30 mins) to visit the Old School Gallery (some of their prints are in the house) and get the kids wood-fired pizza from the van outside.
- Families will also love the Bunker at Seahouse (a great way to tire energetic children on a rainy day), and the adventure of walking to Holy Island at low tide.
- Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands to spot the resident puffins and seals. You can even snorkel with them if conditions are right.
- Wander into the village for an evening of live music at the Black Swan.
Specifics.
- Standalone bungalow fringed by farmland
- Underfloor heating
- Kingsize with in-room bathtub, woodburner and ensuite shower room
- Twin bedroom with full-sized single beds and bathroom with shower over tub
- Additional trundle bed and travel cot on request
- Adult bathrobes and toiletries provided
- Open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge
- Fully equipped kitchen with induction hob, oven, microwave, Nespresso and fridge freezer
- Dining table and French doors leading onto a patio with an alfresco dining table
- Basics provided, plus a welcome hamper
- Sofa area
- Board games, books, Bluetooth speaker and Smart TV; strong WiFi
- Highchair and kids games/books/toys
- Washing machine and tumble dryer
- Big garden, including dining patio and lawned section with willow den and tunnel
- Wood-fired hot tub plus a sauna pod
- Garden cabin with sofas, TV, sink, fridge and dishwasher
- Dog friendly – but must be supervised
- Gravel driveway with EV charger (BYO cable)
- Walk to Belford Village for shops, pubs, cafes and a playground (0.5 miles)
- The house is managed by an agency; there if you need them
- Booking conditions: 3-night weekends (Fri-Mon) and 4 nights midweek (Mon-Thurs); shorter stays on request. Min 7 nights in July & August with Friday changeovers
- Remember to pack: charcoal for the BBQ, bikes if you can, walking boots, beach towels
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30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 8 weeks of stay.
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FAQs.
Use of the trundle is an additional £35 per stay (suitable for adults too), but the baby cot is free
Yes though pets must be supervised as the garden is not fully secure. One dog is free; a second will be charged £20 per stay
In 4pm / out 10am
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