The rugged Northumbrian landscape lends itself well to a romantic escape in the North East of England. From invigorating walks around Hadrian’s Wall and picnics on the wind-whipped coastline to fascinating afternoons exploring picturesque Bamburgh Castle and postcard-perfect Druridge Bay, Northumberland’s array of attractions make it perfect for an epic weekend away with your love.
Proving that luxury breaks don’t have to involve long plane journeys to exotic locations, there are loads of quality accommodation options available to rent in the Northumberland area if you know where to look.
Whether you want a cosy night away in a log cabin with bae or a hot tub holiday rental in Northumberland beneath the destination’s award-winning starry night sky, this list of unique luxury accommodations to rent in Northumberland will give you inspiration for a break Up North.
10 beautiful places to stay on a short break in Northumberland
I have trawled through A LOT of properties to create this list of Northumberland holiday rentals, so I hope you find it useful while planning your next UK adventure! Here’s my pick of the most romantic Northumberland holiday cottages, apartments and other accommodation options.
1. The Good Shepherd’s Hut, Bamburgh
This compact hideaway is an upgraded shepherd’s hut with all the essentials for a luxury glamping experience: a wood burner, kingsize bed hidden in an alcove, kitchenette, private bathroom and its own decking area. With views of Holy Island of Lindisfarne, this blue and white hut in the grounds of an old church is the perfect place to curl up together after a day of coastal adventures.
2. Pheasant Cottage, Low Alwinton
A Scandinavian-style log cabin in Northumberland National Park, this property faces Harbottle Forest. It lies on the banks of the stunning River Coquet and allows guests to unplug with a digital detox (reception is patchy, but you might be grateful for it!). If you’re a couple who likes to walk, cycle and star gaze, this is the ideal retreat – Northumberland National Park holds the title of Europe’s Largest Dark Skies Park.
3. Thornbrae Retreat, Alnwick
Looking for a cottage with a hot tub in Northumberland? This stone cottage near Alnwick has a private outdoor hot tub and dining area. It sleeps four so you can go with another couple and you get access to an on-site gym, pool table, BBQ and sauna. Unwind there after a day playing Ron and Hermione at Alnwick Castle, where Harry Potter scenes were filmed.
4. Simonside View, Rothbury
The panoramic views from the balcony across Coquetdale Valley are the selling point in this property, but there’s also a record player, Smart TV and even a BBQ area on the lower patio. Rothbury itself has a wealth of independent shops, pubs, restaurants and art galleries so you won’t get bored. This accommodation also has a Finnish sauna so you’ll feel super relaxed after a stay here!
5. Bridge End Cottage, Northumberland National Park
A country cottage with original features in a peaceful hamlet where you can enjoy Northumberland’s famous dark skies, this accommodation gives you easy access to Cheviot Hills, Harbottle Woods, Cragside House and Gardens, as well as the village of Rothbury. It sleeps five and there’s a treehouse for kids to play in (though why would you bring them on a romantic weekend?)
6. South View Penthouse, Alnmouth
This fabulous penthouse apartment available for hire in Alnmouth definitely has the wow factor! Just two minutes walk from a sandy beach and marina, this spacious modern apartment can sleep six (with en-suites), so it’s great for a group of mates. Just imagine opening those bi-folding doors to sit on the decked balcony enjoying a bottle of wine with panoramic sea views…
7. Seascape, Seahouses
This tastefully decorated, all-new apartment has a beautiful bathroom with a freestanding bath, complimentary robes and slippers. The balcony is the perfect spot for sundowners and the open-plan living area and kitchen are great for groups. It’s ideally located if you’d like to do boat trips to Holy Island and the Farne Islands.
8. Anchor Cottage, Cresswell
How pretty is this cute little holiday cottage in the quiet coastal village of Cresswell?! They’ve taken full advantage of the sea views with huge windows and a garden bench looking straight onto the waves of Druridge Bay. You can lie in bed watching the water and light the wood burner for cosy nights in.
9. Harbourside, Seahouses
This former fishermen’s cottage on the seafront in Seahouses has panoramic sea views of the harbour and the Farne Islands from the lounge. The interiors have a nautical theme to reflect your location. You’ll see stunning sunsets and sunrises and can make use of the facilities at The Ocean Club in Seahouses, which include a swimming pool.
10. The Old Stables 3, Durham
Ten miles north-west of the historic city of Durham, the Stables is a flawlessly-decorated cottage in a charming hamlet. There’s a garden overlooking the magnificent rolling fields of County Durham, making it the perfect place to get away from it all. From here, you can visit Durham, Newcastle and even Beamish Museum, which is just 20 minutes drive away.
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All of the above accommodations are available to book on cottagesinnorthumberland.co.uk, who have sponsored this blog post. They have over 200 cottages in Northumberland and County Durham to choose from, including countryside, coastal and city breaks in Newcastle. Each cottage is personally inspected and chosen for its quality and location.
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Samantha Rickelton says
Wow they all look stunning. I’ve stayed at South View in Alnmouth and it is dreamy.