Guests say
Harry's Den in Alnwick receives glowing feedback for its excellent location near the castle and town centre, as well as its cosy, clean, and well-equipped interiors. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful hosts, the comfortable living spaces, and the thoughtful touches throughout the property. The courtyard garden and parking permit are appreciated extras. While a few guests noted occasional noise from neighbouring properties, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a relaxing Northumberland getaway.
Cleanliness is frequently highlighted, with guests describing the property as spotless, pristine, and very well maintained. Only positive remarks are made regarding the standard of cleanliness.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the proximity to Alnwick Castle, the town centre, and local amenities. The property is also noted as a great base for exploring Northumberland.
Guests consistently mention the comfort of the apartment, including the spacious living room, cosy atmosphere, and comfortable bed. Only minor comments about noise from neighbouring properties were noted.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests appreciating the well-equipped kitchen, parking permit, courtyard garden, and thoughtful extras. A few minor mentions of compact bathroom size and occasional parking challenges, but these did not detract from the overall positive experience.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as spare chargers, milk in the fridge, detailed information booklets, and, in some cases, small gifts like wine or birthday cards. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Harry’s Den is a one-bedroom, ground floor, Grade II listed apartment located in Bailiffgate in the historical town of Alnwick, overlooking the spectacular Alnwick Castle.. 5 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 43" Smart TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, French Doors Leading To Garden
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Enclosed garden with courtyard and garden furniture. Parking with permit for 1 car included. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps to the courtyard. No children.. Harry’s Den is newly refurbished but retains its traditional features. The property benefits from a recent full makeover using Farrow and Ball neutral colours and warm furnishings. The living room is spacious and boasts views overlooking the castle walls. The bedroom is a good size with lots of character, features an inglenook-style fireplace and has French doors leading onto the paved courtyard. The modern kitchen is well-equipped and overlooks the garden area. Harry’s Den benefits from a lovely south/west-facing, fully enclosed, private walled courtyard with pretty flowering shrubs.
French doors lead directly from the bedroom to this quaint, beautiful, sheltered area. There is a table on the patio with four chairs and a parasol. Two steps lead up to the raised courtyard, which is a perfect quiet space to read a book, enjoy a morning coffee, plan your day ahead or even al fresco dining. There is free on-street parking for guests using a permit, which will be provided for you.
The property is located only a minute’s walk from Alnwick Castle, and Harry’s Den is a superb place to stay for those wanting to experience this magical, historic castle, which has been the setting for many famous films/shows, including Robin Hood, Downton Abbey and Harry Potter! The bustling town of Alnwick offers a wide range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, a cinema, a theatre and a leisure centre. The beautiful city of Edinburgh is just an hour’s train journey away from Harry’s Den via Alnmouth train station.
There is also good access to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline with miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, picturesque harbour villages and castles of historic interest. The apartment is close to many picturesque walks and a 5-minute stroll to the Pastures park run. Alnwick has a bus station that is a short walk from Harry’s Den, and you could choose to have a car-free day and catch the local buses that connect Alnwick to the coast, villages and tourist attractions. Beach 5½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Free WiFi
No children or babies allowed.
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
- Northumberland Country Zoo
Reviews (33)
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Dennis Bradley
Harry's Den is situated in the centre of the lovely town of Alnwick, with parking and close to shops and restaurants. Clare and Steve are excellent hosts, very friendly and helpful with any information requested. We have visited before and will do so again.
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Confirmed Guest
Very friendly and helpful proprietors. Cosy, offering a good level of privacy and self-contained. Very handy for the castle etc.
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent location and nicely appointed property