Algernon House

About this property

Algernon House is an elegant Grade II listed period townhouse resting opposite the historic St. Paul's Church and just a stone's throw away from Alnwick's town centre, ideal for a family to discover the wonderous heritage coastline of Northumberland. This stone built house is beautifully renovated to a high standard, with the exterior based in a corner position next to other period terraced houses, and the interior boasting traditional features such as original sash windows, oak doors and a wood burning stove. After a tiring day of journeying through the Northumberland Coast, settle down for an evening in, making full use of the homely sitting room with the wood burning stove creating a cosy atmosphere as you snuggle up on the sofa and watch TV. Spend an afternoon preparing a home-cooked lunch in the contemporary kitchen/diner, equipped with state-of-the-art integrated appliances such as an electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, and a dishwasher, with a lovely family dining table based in the corner where you can enjoy delicious mealtimes. Make your way upstairs to one of the stunning bedrooms, all fitted with stylish carpets and ample storage, you'll find a spacious king-size, an attractive double and a large single room with views of the historic church nearby. Get ready for the day in the family bathroom, decorated with sleek fixtures, this room boasts a gorgeous bathtub with an overhead shower so you can take your pick! Sip on your morning coffee in the enclosed courtyard, this lovely lawned area will give you a peaceful moment to breathe in the fresh air and enjoy your surroundings. This beautiful cottage is a short walk away from the centre of Alnwick, a bustling market town boasting a selection of supermarkets, cafés, and traditional fish and chip shops where you can sample locally-sourced produce. Make sure to visit the dramatic Alnwick Castle, a must-see destination for movie buffs, as you can book tours of the grounds and discover many filming locations used for the Harry Potter films and Downtown Abbey. Explore the Northumberland Coast Area of Natural Beauty (AONB) and the Northumberland National Park, offering picturesque walking trails, cycling routes and birdwatching opportunities for nature lovers, with access to charming villages such as Alnmouth and Bamburgh. If you're fancying a day out to a fun-filled city hub, travel over to Newcastle and spend a day socialising at exciting bars, award-winning restaurants, and an abundance of high street shopping, or tour around the iconic Angel of the North sculpture. Further afield, you can even venture up north to Scotland and catch a train to Edinburgh, home to the famous and dramatic Edinburgh Castle, alternatively find attractions such as sampling beverages at the Scotch Whisky Experience, strolling along the Royal Mile, or taking part in one of the many historic ghost tours that the city has to offer. Bring the family for a memorable holiday getaway at Algernon House.

Alnwick is a small market town in the heart of Northumberland, boasting a historic castle which was featured in the Harry Potter films as a setting for Hogwarts, Europe's largest cascading water feature, and a famous weekly market, alongside a range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Nearby is miles of sandy beaches where you can catch a boat trip over to the Farne Islands. Alnwick is an ideal destination to explore the Heritage Coastline of Northumberland.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x single.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility cupboard.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Electric central heating and woodburning stove.

Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV, and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair available on request.

Roadside parking and garage space for one car located in rear lane.

Enclosed courtyard.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles