The Coach House

About this property

Belford 1.5 miles. The Coach House is a superb stone-built barn conversion set amongst the unspoilt countryside of Easington, near Belford, a short distance from the picture postcard village of Bamburgh, with its imposing castle and amazing beach. Tastefully converted, this cottage is perfect for couples or small families seeking a rural setting close to the many delights of the Heritage Coast of Northumberland. This lovely cottage offers tasteful interiors, with a spacious open-plan living area with an amply fitted kitchen/diner, and charming sitting area opening out to the patio via French doors. This outdoor space, with table and chairs, is a great spot to sit back and relax in the sunshine with a glass of something chilled. The first floor living area has a warming woodburning stove to settle beside and sumptuous sofas to sink into, from where you can enjoy the far-reaching views through the Velux windows, towards the coast. The bedrooms in this lovely cottage are a welcome delight at the end of a long day, with quality mattresses and tasteful bedding; ideal for catching your rest after a long walk through the local scenery. For amenities such as a local pub and convenience store for all of your holiday essentials, head over to the village of Belford, with options including The Black Swan Inn and The Salmon Inn. There are some excellent pub/restaurants just a short drive away should the chef in your party fancy a night off; head to Bamburgh and check out The Lord Crewe, The Potted Lobster, The Castle Inn and The Victoria Hotel, or The Pack Horse at Ellingham offers a cracking Sunday lunch. At Bamburgh you can also visit the local sandy beach, golf course and the incredible Bamburgh Castle. The fascinating history of Northumberland is all waiting to be discovered just a short drive from your cottage, with stunning castles and endless beaches all within easy reach. This perfectly located cottage is ideal for a countryside break close to the coastline. The property is close to the centre of the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, where guests can explore the intriguing priory, castle and beautiful beaches, before indulging in tea and cake at one of the local cafés. Visit Seahouses harbour, where you can catch a boat trip or a rib ride to see the amazing birdlife and seal colonies of the area, including wildlife such as Puffins (seasonal), Guillemots, Razorbills and more. The cottage is also equidistant to the historic towns of Alnwick and Berwick-upon-Tweed and an easy day trip to Newcastle and Edinburgh is reachable via train from Berwick-upon Tweed. Explore the fantastic history and breathtaking scenery of Northumberland with an opulent stay at The Coach House.

The picturesque Northumberland village of Belford lies in the heart of Heritage countryside, midway between the popular walled towns of Alnwick and Berwick-upon-Tweed. The pretty coastal village of Bamburgh, with its sweeping beaches and dramatic castle, is only a short drive away. Belford itself is an old coaching village with a pleasant square and offers a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. It is ideally placed for exploring the Northumbrian Coastal Route, Cheviots, the renowned Northumberland Coastline and the Scottish Borders. The opportunity to visit the bird sanctuary or seal colony on the famous Farne Islands with boat trips running daily from nearby Seahouses, is not to be missed. Alternatively check the tide times and cross to Holy Island to visit the historic Lindisfarne Priory.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request).

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Utility.

First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove

Gas underfloor heating on ground floor with gas radiator and woodburning stove on first floor.

Range double electric oven with separate grill and 5-ring gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.

Smart TV in sitting area with Freeview and Apps including Netflix, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and stairgate available on request.

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed front patio with furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 1.7 miles, pub 1.6 miles.

Note: There are two steps from the kitchen up to the bedrooms.

Note: The first floor sitting area has sloping ceilings with Velux views to coast