Holiday Cottages in Northumberland

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. 

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.  

It's impossible not to love Apartment No. 6. This well-appointed ground floor holiday apartment built of local stone is entirely self-contained with an enclosed garden, sleeps four people in two-bedrooms and has lovely views of the Pennines. It's a short walk from the centre of Alston in Cumbria, an unspoilt town with independent shops and cafes in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Easy access to the Pennine Way, C2C plus many walking and cycling routes nearby. Hadrian’s Wall, the Lake District and Northumberland National Park are all within easy reach for days out and there is plenty to do locally ranging from adventure to art and heritage. The apartment welcomes guests all year round.

Welcome to 2 Sunny Brae! Our cottage is an attractive 1 bedroom mid-terrace which has magnificent views from the lounge and bedroom across the fields to the Northumberland coastline including views of Dunstanburgh Castle. Sunny Brae will appeal to guests looking for a one level property.The cottage has easy access to the surrounding areas and is in walking distance of all village amenities which include a Village farm shop ,Golf course,beach,garage,hotel and 2 pubs all serving drinks and food. Sunny Brae cottage also has the added benefit of a sun lounge and patio and a private parking space.

If you like romantic walks on deserted sandy beaches, stunning views, historic buildings and lots of delicious food, then you will fall in love with Button Cottage. This pretty Victorian cottage is on a quiet street close to the centre of Beadnell, within walking distance of the Craster Arms, Towers pub, cafe, village shop and the beach. It is only five miles south of Bamburgh Castle and even closer to Seahouses so you can easily arrange a boat trip to see the puffin and seal colonies on Farne Island. The cottage offers a high standard of accommodation for discerning couples who appreciate the charm of period properties but who also enjoy mod-cons like WiFi and underfloor heating. Booking a romantic escape for your loved one at Button Cottage will undoubtedly put you in their good books!

The Laughing Seagull is a charming 2-bedroom, fully heated, former railway cottage, offering  beautiful holiday accommodation at any time of the year. Just a short walk from the quaint  fishing village of Seahouses and the breath-taking Northumberland coastline, the cottage  provides a superb base for a lovely holiday in this stunning part of the world.

Seahouses is a friendly fishing village on the spectacular Northumberland coast. Close to the harbour and within walking distance of the Black Swan Inn, this lovely dog-friendly holiday cottage has room for up to four people to sleep in two very comfortable bedrooms. Accommodation is mostly on the one level so you can tire yourself out on fantastic coast and countryside walks and not have to worry about climbing the stairs to bed. The location is excellent for exploring the region with local attractions including Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle and the Farne Islands.

Stay by the seaside in this gorgeous stone fisherman's cottage. Oystercatcher Cottage is on a quiet street that is just a two-minute walk from the harbour and a five-minute walk from the beach at Seahouses, putting guests within easy reach of the many amenities, as well as the coastal footpath. Spend your day taking boat trips around the Farne Islands and marvelling at the variety of marine and bird life, or cross the causeway on a pilgrimage to Holy Island, the birthplace of Christianity in England. The self-catering cottage sleeps four guests in two beautiful bedrooms and is ideal for couples, families or friends (1 dog welcome).

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. 

Couples, families and friends are all welcome in Pippin Cottage. The lovely holiday home near Bamburgh sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms and is dog-friendly. It's in the quiet village of Lucker, three miles from the coast and within easy reach of attractions like Hadrian's Wall, Cragside, Lindisfarne, and Alnwick Castle. There is an enormous variety of footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways to help you enjoy the stunning landscape and the views for which Northumberland is famous. There's an excellent gastropub, restaurant and cafe all within a short walk should you want a break from self-catering. 

It's impossible to say what is better about this self-catering holiday cottage on the Northumberland Coast. Is it the stunning views which stretch over Budle Bay to Lindisfarne Castle, or is it the welcoming decor that includes a log burner and space for four people to sleep in two bedrooms? Grayling Cottage is only a mile from Bamburgh Castle and close to other favourite attractions, including Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Hadrian's Wall. It has secure bike storage and access to a private beach. It's welcoming to couples and families all year round. 

Grey Heron Lodge has direct access to the dunes and a private beach at Budle Bay on the spectacular Northumberland Coast. The timber holiday cottage has an open-plan living area with a deck and can sleep six people in three bedrooms, one with an ensuite shower room. It's great for families, including those with dogs, and has efficient heating and a log burner, so winter guests feel cosy and comfortable. Bamburgh is only a mile away, though the walk may take longer than you expect as you keep stopping to admire the view! 

Bramble Cottage is a lovely farmhouse near Bamburgh with space for up to ten people. All four bedrooms are ensuite with one downstairs, making the layout ideal for big families, extended families or friends. The self-catering property is one of the Apple Row Holiday Cottage collection in Lucker, three miles from the coast and within easy reach of Hadrian's Wall, Alnwick Castle, Seahouses, and Holy Island Lindisfarne. The region is perfect for walking, cycling, and horse riding, with lots of golf, fishing and adventure sports opportunities. Bookings are available all year round. 

Millstone Cottage is a stunning barn conversion with stone walls, timber flooring, and loads of space for six people to sleep in three ensuite bedrooms. The welcoming holiday home is in the quaint Northumberland village of Lucker, next to the fantastic Apple Inn and three miles from Bamburgh Castle and the spectacular Northumberland Coast. Families and friends both love it here, with great access to footpaths, cycling routes, and attractions like Holy Island, Alnwick Castle, Hadrian's Wall and the Cheviot Hills. Bookings for a self-catering holiday are available at Millstone Cottage all year round.  

Goldfinch is a welcoming self-catering holiday cottage near Bamburgh and the Northumberland Coast AONB. It's next to the friendly Apple Inn pub in Lucker with space for six people to sleep in three bedrooms. The layout works well for families but, with one of the bedrooms having an ensuite, can also suit extended families and friends. You're barely three miles from the coast and within easy reach of the the Northumberland National Park. It's a fantastic area for all sorts of outdoor activities including walking, mountain biking and cycling, fishing, and golf. 

Bullfinch Cottage is perfect for a family self-catering holiday in Northumberland. The three-bedroom holiday rental sleeps six people with an enclosed garden and an optional outdoor hot tub. Dogs are also welcome, and you can book cottages together to accommodate groups of extended families and friends. It's one of a collection of beautiful holiday rentals on a former farm in Lucker near Bamburgh, a short stroll from an award-winning gastropub and a beauty spa. Walking, cycling, horseriding, golf, fishing and sightseeing at Hadrian's Wall and Alnwick Castle and Gardens are possible in all seasons. 

Why spoil an otherwise well-planned holiday by staying somewhere less than ideal? Roe Deer Cottage is in a gorgeous location near Bamburgh and within walking distance of an award-winning gastro pub. It sleeps six people in three beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms with a layout that suits families, extended families and friends. Guests enjoy stunning walks and bike rides from the door of this self-catering holiday rental, an enclosed patio with a barbecue and a hot tub, and incredible night sky views. It's great in all seasons, especially for guests who enjoy historic sites like Alnwick, Lindisfarne, and Hadrian's Wall, all of which are within easy reach.