Thornbrae Studio

Nights nestled under the stars and glasses of wine in the hot tub are all yours with this gem of a holiday cottage within Alnwick, Northumberland. This luxurious getaway for two is in a sought-after location with less than a mile's walk to Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the town's wide range of eateries.

This wonderful stone-built hideaway has been furnished to an extremely high standard and has everything you could need for a special retreat. After a day of exploring the National Park, discover the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner and stretch out amidst cosy exposed stone walls, a spectacular lantern roof window, and wall-to-wall windows.

The kitchen is contemporary, matching the rest of the home, and has everything you could need to rustle up delicious dinners for two. It even boasts a washer/dryer, should you need to freshen up walking jackets and hats.

Enjoy your meal around the table, and when the weather is kind, throw open the doors to allow the fresh air to flow through, or even dine alfresco on the patio. Long soaks in the hot tub are highly recommended before climbing into the sumptuous super-king-size zip-and-link bed.

The room even has a walk-in closet and Smart TV. The stylish shower room rounds off the property.

Leave the car keys on the side and stroll into the centre of Alnwick, where you can visit the impressive structure of Alnwick Castle, wander the Alnwick Garden or catch a show at Alnwick Playhouse. There are many interesting shops to peruse too, including several bookstores for keen readers.

Exploring the coast is easy. Down the coast, Alnmouth (4.5 miles) has a wide, golden beach as well as a picturesque golf course, while to the north, Howick (6.5 miles) boasts a photogenic hall and gardens, which was once home to Earl Grey.