About this property
Nestled above the owners' hairdressing establishment in the lovely little village of Longframlington is this cosy one bedroom apartment, perfect for a couple seeking a break away from everyday routine in a wonderful area of Northumberland. Step into this snug bolt hole from the street and rise straight on up the plush, carpeted stairs to find a homely open-plan living space. Decorated to a quality standard, sporting a monochrome theme with comfy seating and opulent fixtures, this sumptuous interior is ideal for relaxing and unwinding with a loved one. The slick black and white kitchen is well-equipped for cooking up a delicious meal to accompany a romantic evening. And at the end of a tiring day exploring the National Trust’s Cragside House and Gardens, head into the bright and airy bedroom for a well-earned nights' sleep. Here you will find resting under the eaves is a lovely double bed with dual aspect Velux windows positioned either side, letting the natural light flow with ease into the interior space. A modern en-suite shower room with a clean, neutral finish accompanies this charming set-up. Excellent walking opportunities encircle the area, perfect for bringing the dog along and exercising your interests in nature with spectacular National Parks and Heritage Coast within easy reach. The historic town of Alnwick showcases a magnificent castle and garden whilst the picturesque village of Warkworth boasts sandy beaches, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes along with its domineering 12th century castle ruins. This retreat makes an excellent touring base for the local area.
The village of Longframlington sits at the heart of Northumberland, between the Cheviots and the coast, providing access to a range of walking opportunities. Brinkburn Priory is a short drive away - a restored Augustinian priory beside the River Coquet. Just 10 minutes’ drive to the west is the National Trust’s Cragside House and Gardens, whilst the Heritage Coast is just a 15-minute drive to the east, offering miles of beaches. Alnwick, with its Castle and Garden, lies just 11 miles to the north and is well worth a visit, with the National Park also within easy reach.
Accommodation
1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Electric panel heaters.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave, washing machine, TV/DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking for 1 car.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub, grocers and bakers on doorstep.
Other local amenities 4.9 miles; Morpeth 11.7 miles.
Note: Head height restrictions in bedroom.
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (45)
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Jacqui
I think if someone was 6ft or had a large dog they would struggle but for us it was perfect. Great position in a friendly village. The local pub opposite couldn't have been friendlier, the village shop next door well stocked and l can recommend a visit to the bakery.
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Mark
A lot of effort has gone into making it comfortable, clean and well equipped considering the space available, and it's a credit to the owner for the result. That said, not much space for muddy boots / outdoor cleanup, especially when considering it's dog friendly and that many guests will be walkers. For instance, cream / sand coloured carpet behind the front door / on the stairs was maybe an oversight, (with darker carpet in the bedroom?), and if you leave one pair of boots on the door mat you can't open the front door properly. It was a constant battle trying to keep the carpet clean. The siting of the bed has been mentioned in other reviews, and was a bit of an issue. Larger or taller folks may have a problem with that. I took for granted the location in a small rural village, at what turns out to be a very busy junction. I found the traffic noise marred my enjoyment of what is a lovely little apartment, with heavy vehicles passing late into the night and starting very early in a morning. These are niggles considering the cost, which to honest is very reasonable. Couple of good pubs with restaurants, couple of well stocked convenience shops and an excellent butcher, all within a minute or so walk. Great location as a springboard for day trips to all points of the compass.
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Leslie
The lounge area contains a three seater sofa & a large armchair plus a footstool but lacks a coffe table (or anywhere to put a drink) & there is nowhere to hang wet coats or put muddy boots. This could easily be fixed by cutting down on the seating as it is only meant for two people & there are only two dining chairs. Also the ubiquitous microwave takes up most of the food prep area in the kitchen although this is quite common in rental properties. The bedroom does have limited headroom at the top end of the bed as mentioned which means if you like to sit up in bed to read/ have a cup of tea, then you are going to be out of luck. Again there is an uneccessary chair in there that could make room for a second set of drawers as storage is quite limited. There were a couple of lightbulbs that had blown when I arrived but there were spares available although this should have been checked prior to arrival. The vacuum cleaner was also full when I came to use it. On the plus side the hot water for washing dishes was the best I have come across in over thirty years of holiday lets & was due to a separate water heater rather than the usual inadequate modern central heating boilers. Heating was also very good & adjustable rather than on a timer. Despite a few negatives I would be more than happy to stay there again & would reccommend it to others after pointing these out.