An appealing retreat in an enviable position in attractive Beadnell, this inviting hideaway is ideal for those seeking to be close to the sea. Sleeping six guests, the three-bedroom, pet-friendly Northumberland cottage is 1 mile from the wide, sandy beach at Beadnell Bay, which is popular for water sports as well as swimming. The beach at Annstead, where there is a nature reserve, is about the same distance away. Here, you can take in views out towards the Farne Islands and can sometimes spot Exmoor ponies grazing in the dunes. The larger village of Seahouses is 2 miles from the cottage. From here, take seal and puffin spotting cruises or book a trip out to the Farne Islands or lace up your hiking boots and walk 3 miles along to coast to historic Bamburgh, where you can visit the dramatic castle, which famously featured in the TV series The Last Kingdom.
Enter the cottage via the kitchen/diner, an airy space, with light cupboards and work surfaces and plenty of room for socialising and preparing holiday feasts. Unpack any groceries you have bought, find all the equipment you need to assist you in self-catering, and gather around the table in here to enjoy your meals together. The hall leads to the light-filled lounge, where glass doors can be opened onto the sunny garden during the warmer months. Relax in here on the plush blue sofas, as you stream your favourite boxset on the Smart TV or select a DVD to settle down in front of together. Choose a book from the shelves or set up a board game instead. Lay a fire in the wood burner on chilly evenings, then chat together as it crackles gently in the background. All three sumptuous bedrooms at the cottage feature luxury linen and towels and have ample storage for your holiday wear. One of these, a twin, with zip-and-link beds that can also be arranged as a super-king-size upon request, is conveniently located downstairs. There is also a family wet room at this level. Two additional bedrooms, both with characterful, sloping ceilings, are on the floor above. One of these is a super-king-size and the other is a twin, with zip-and-link beds that can also be made into a king-size, if discussed at booking. The stylish family bathroom, where guests can choose between soaking in the bath or refreshing themselves with a power shower, is also upstairs.
Spill out into the garden, which features a pretty stone wall, to bask in the sunshine. Make fresh coffee in the machine and sip it out here after breakfast or grill supper on the BBQ on warm evenings. Guests can also take in the delightful views from seating areas in the wider, shared grounds. There is private, off-road parking for two cars close to the cottage, with an additional space a little further away.