Alnwick, Northumberland
This 19th Century town house with an open fire sleeps 7 people and is situated just a few minutes walk from the centre of the historic Northumberland town of Alnwick and is an ideal location for exploring the stunning coastline.
Originally built in the 19th Century, Cosy Nook is located in Alnwick in the heart of Northumberland and offers accommodation for groups of up to 7 people. Perfect for a large family or a group of friends, Cosy Nook is laid out over 3 floors and the property has been decorated to a high standard, with a traditional feel. To the rear of the Nook, there is a patio, offering ample opportunity for a spot of outdoor dining in the summer months.
Amenities: Gas central heating with open fire in sitting room. Electric oven and electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV, video, DVD player, radio, stereo/CD player, selection of books. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Roadside parking. Small, pretty patio garden with garden furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop, restaurants and pubs 5 mins. Note: WiFi is not available. Note: Steep steps leading to the second floor
Region: Northumberland is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian's Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife.
Town: This part of Northumberland is famous for its unspoilt beauty, and is widely recognised as having some of the most picturesque countryside in the whole of England. The area offers a wonderful combination of coastline and countryside, having long sandy beaches and the Cheviot Hills complementing each other perfectly. There are also a great number of well-preserved and spectacular medieval castles and stately homes in the area, including the fantastic Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and often referred to as "The Windsor of the North". Alnwick itself was once a prosperous medieval market town, being only a day's ride from Berwick-upon-Tweed in the north and Newcastle upon Tyne in the south. It is still a charming maze of cobbled streets and narrow alleys, whilst its fine stone buildings now house a range of specialist shops and family-run businesses. Visitors can still enjoy the atmosphere of Alnwick as it may have been in Medieval times in the town's recently refurbished Market Place, which is also the centre for local events, including Alnwick Fair and the International Music Festival.
Well located, walk to town, Castle, Barter Books. Parking was ok…just! Lounge definitely cosy, comfy sofas etc. Didn’t use the fire but I’m sure it would be lovely. Downstairs loo useful with small children. Broken stair rod, fixed with sellotape! Bedrooms all fine, comfortable beds, nice linen, plenty of towels. Bathroom a good size, wonderful shower! Nice little outside patio, catches the morning sun. Needs a bit of a tidy up! BUT!!! The kitchen is a nightmare! The photos are taken with a wide-angle lens so are somewhat deceptive. ‘White goods’ are ok, although the washing machine does like to dance around during the spin cycle…anti-vibration pads would help. The table is a good size and in keeping with the style and age of the property, but not clean at all. There was a reason why folks used to scrub them! The area around the bin and under the sink desperately needs attention. But the worst bit by far are the cooking facilities. For 7 people, it is barely adequate. The old gas cooker is in what was the original fireplace. Far too much wood surrounding a gas cooker in a cramped, unlit, unventilated space. And not at all clean. Needs all stripping out and possibly tiling, with a fan and definitely some lighting. We own several rental properties of similar age around the county. Not sure how this gets a CP12 certificate! Property really needs a handbook, with all appliance instructions, details of local GP and hospital etc. And well into the 21st Century, WiFi is no longer a luxury, especially when so much needs to be booked in advance! Communication with the owner was hit and miss.
Lovely house only a short walk from town. Everything was clean and we had all that we needed to enjoy our stay . The 3rd and 4th bedrooms are on a second floor with steep stairs. It was not a problem for us but if mobility was an issue it might be. Overall a very nice , cosy house, we enjoyed the open fire on our last night. Recommended.
We loved our stay at Cosy Nook. Fanatically well situated, clean, comfortable and perfect for our family of five. Great base for the many delights of the county. Thank you for a fantastic stay.
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