Holiday Cottages in Northumberland

Middlerigg perches above Craster harbour on the aptly named Haven Hill. The motherly arms of Craster harbour’s two whinstone piers hold a protective embrace. The resulting small cove shelters from the wild North Sea. It has welcomed Craster’s fishermen and their cobles for generations. Ramshackle stacks of lobster pots mirror the ragged silhouette of tumbledown Dunstanbugh Castle in the distance. 

Driftwood is a scant 200 metres from Craster Harbour and has wonderful views down Haven Hill to the water. The former fisherman's cottage dates back over two centuries to a time when Craster was the nation's leading provider of smoked kippers. Today, it is a delightful holiday cottage sleeping four people in two ensuite bedrooms, with excellent self-catering facilities for couples, families and friends. You're moments from the Northumberland Coastal Path and close to Dunstanburgh, Alnwick, and Bamburgh castles. It's a fantastic spot for bird watchers, landscape photographers, hikers, cyclists and anyone else who loves being outdoors. 

Built in the 1800s as housing for fishermen in Craster's thriving kipper and herring industry, Harbourway has been sympathetically updated to offer comfortable self-catering accommodation for 21st Century families. The end-terrace holiday cottage sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and is close enough to Craster Harbour that you can hear the chug of the engine of the boats and the call of the gulls greeting them on their return. Windows look towards the harbour and catch the morning sun, and a picket fence encloses the front garden, so it's safe for children and dogs. 

The owners of Craster Reach have taken inspiration from its coastal surroundings. Soft shades of blues and greys are complemented with timber and slate flooring, offering stylish self-catering accommodation without detracting from fantastic views. The holiday cottage sleeps six people in three beautiful bedrooms, with an open-plan living area, well-maintained gardens, and seating areas both front and rear. Craster Reach is a period mid-terraced cottage in the quiet village of Craster within strolling distance of a harbour, pub and café that also has a small selection of essential items. It's welcoming for couples, families and friends in all seasons. 

Unwind in the peace and tranquility of Mungo’s Well in the glorious Scottish Borders, watching wildlife from your patio and enjoying riverside walks. Just six miles from Northumberland, this light and airy cottage for two is well placed for relaxing and exploring the areas many attractions.

Providing a warm Scottish welcome, this self-catering barn affords wonderful views over the glorious countryside of the Scottish borders and offers lovely walks and a rural, peaceful setting to relax and unwind. It is within easy reach of the areas many attractions and six miles from the Northumberland Border.

A converted stone barn with great views across the heart of the Scottish borders. Within easy reach of castles, gardens, ancient abbeys and just six miles from the Northumberland Border, Thairn holiday cottage provides a good base for exploring the beautiful Scottish Borders. Explore walks from the cottage and enjoy the peace of Burnbrae.

Bea's cottage is a traditional, old fishermans cottage nestled in the village of Cresswell, Northumberland. The cottage can accommodate up to 5 guests in 3 bedrooms.

McLaren House offers high-quality holiday apartments barely 100 metres from Seahouses Harbour. Apartment 4, a two-bedroom unit with sea views, sleeps four and is perfect for families, couples, or friends. Located within strolling distance of the beach, cafes, and pubs like the Black Swan, it's an ideal base for exploring. Created by two brothers passionate about Northumberland, the property reflects their love of its stunning beaches and countryside. Seahouses is a charming fishing village with traditional appeal, offering activities like crabbing, crazy golf, and visits to the Farne Islands and Holy Island. Nearby attractions include Bamburgh Castle, the Grace Darling Museum, and Alnwick Gardens.

Bedroom has a kingsize bed,  Smart TV, Dressing table and hairdryer. Bathroom comprises of shower, sink and WC. Open plan kitchen, diner and living space includes fridge, Smart TV, Free Wi-Fi and bed settee if you wish to bring along extra guests.

CHANGEOVER DAYS are MONDAY or FRIDAY This little gem is in Seahouses, just back from the harbour and within a stone's throw of shops, takeaways, and waterfront pubs. The self-catering holiday cottage is in a former bakery and sleeps two people with accommodation over two levels. It's beautifully decorated and very comfortable for couples and solo travellers, providing the perfect base to explore the stunning Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Local attractions include the Farne Islands, Holy Island, Bamburgh Castle, and Alnwick Castle. You can walk for miles through spectacular scenery, play golf, go fishing, ride a horse along the sand, have fun paddleboarding and feel the many benefits of open-water swimming. 

Heron Cottage, located in the heart of Embleton village on the spectacular Northumberland coast, is a spacious period self-catering property ideal for families, offering comfortable holiday accommodation for up to five guests. The cottage features a cosy sitting room with a log burner, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a ground-floor bathroom. Upstairs are three bedrooms - a king-size master, a small double room, and a single - and a modern shower room. The enclosed garden with a patio provides outdoor dining space and off-street parking for two cars. Embleton’s stunning beach, local pubs, and attractions are all within easy walking distance.

​Converted Georgian stables in the grounds of Dunstan Hall makes a charming holiday cottage for couples or families. Stable Cottage is a mile from Craster and the Northumberland coast in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It sleeps four people in two rooms with panoramic views over the countryside towards Dunstanburgh Castle from the house and the garden. You can walk to the village pub and are within only a few miles of Alnwick and Bamburgh with their incredible castles and lively towns. Surfing, walking, cycling, fishing, and golf are all easily accessible. 

Luxuriate in the peace and beauty of the Northumberland Coast AONB. Hemmel House is a newly built (but in traditional style) holiday home sleeping six people in three ensuite bedrooms. It's perfect for a self-catering holiday with family and friends in all seasons, thanks to efficient underfloor heating and huge windows from which you can admire panoramic views across fields towards Dunstanburgh Castle and the coast. The beach at Embleton is a scenic stroll along a bridleway just over a mile-long. Dunstan village pub is even closer. Alnwick, Bamburgh and Craster are all within easy reach to enjoy castles, kayaking and kippers all in one day. 

Do you fancy yourself as Lord or Lady of the Manor? Dunstan Hall is the perfect place to indulge those fantasies. The beautiful Northumberland holiday home sleeps 18 people in 10 bedrooms with parts dating back some 800 years and views across fields towards the coast and Dunstaburgh Castle. It's in the quiet village of Dunstan, a stroll from the village pub and a mile from the historic village of Craster, with it’s gastro pub, café and fishmongers, selling the famous Craster kipper! About 100 yards up the road is the start of a scenic bridleway to Embleton Bay, about a mile and a half away. Alnwick, Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and the Cheviot Hills are all nearby for memorable days out. You can book Dunstan Hall in combination with the owner's two other adjacent cottages for self-catering holidays for 29 friends, family members or colleagues.

Primrose Cottage, Embleton, Northumberland, is a converted farm cottage, ideal for couples or individuals and situated within a 2-3 minute walk of Embleton beach (voted best beach in the country by Mumsnet and Countryfile viewers!) The Cottage is perfect for beach lovers, nature and bird watchers, golfers, walkers and experienced paddle boarders and surfers.  

Hoolit Cottage is an eco holiday home sat in the grounds of Harelaw Estate, a wildlife rich oasis in the beautiful Bowmont Valley. Harelaw is on the edge of the spectacular Northumberland National Park and only a stone's throw from the Scottish Border. In 2023 Hoolits owners achieved a Silver, Green Tourism award for operating their holiday let and surrounds sustainably and constantly looking at ways of reducing our impact on the environment. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms, the cottage sleeps four people. Because of its unique location Hoolit is perfect for either an action, packed family holiday or a peaceful getaway. As well as enjoying the wildlife on site, the cottage is an excellent base from which to walk, cycle, visit numerous historic sites and attractions and explore the amazing  North Northumberland Herritage Coast. Bookings are available all year round.

Treat yourself to an indulgent Northumberland escape. The Hoot is a wonderful stone cottage in Bilton, with incredible views over the Aln Valley. Alnwick and the Northumberland Coast are nearby, and you can access fantastic footpaths and cycling routes from the door. Within half an hour are places like the Northumberland National Park, Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle and Chillingham Castle, museums, heritage trains, amazing gardens, and nature reserves. York, Edinburgh and Newcastle are close enough for a day out by car or train. The Hoot has recently been refurbished to a very high standard to provide luxurious accommodation for up to six people in two bedrooms. 

If you're yearning for fresh air, big sky views, and a place where you, your family and friends can relax and catch up, Gardener's Cottage is it. Sitting in Netherton close to the national park and the Cheviot Hills, the three-bedroom holiday home is perfect for self-catering holidays in Northumberland in any season. There is space for seven people, with children and well-behaved dogs welcome. Take long walks and bike rides through the countryside or along the coast, visit stately homes and castles, and enjoy long pub lunches or picnics on a sunny day. 

Treat yourself to a fantastic holiday at The Hideaway. The modern holiday home built in a traditional style is the perfect place for a self-catering holiday with family, extended family and friends. It's on the edge of Netherton village close to the Northumberland National Park, a quarter of a mile from The Star Inn pub and close to Alnwick Castle, Hadrian's Wall, Alnmouth, Holy Island and the Northumberland Heritage Coast. Dogs and children are welcome. Holiday bookings are available all year round, with short breaks possible depending on availability.