This two-bedroom house sits in Alnwick, right in the heart of Northumberland and is only a few yards from the entrance to Alnwick Castle. It's a Grade II listed property dating from the 18th century, renovated to a high standard while keeping its original character. Bailiffgate itself is one of the town's oldest streets. The living room shows off original exposed brick, a beamed ceiling and a stone fireplace with a woodburner.

Alnwick has changed little over the years. Cobbled roads and old buildings sit alongside independent shops, cafés and ancient pubs. Alnwick Gardens, a 12-acre visitor attraction with a grand cascade waterfall and a poison garden, is a short walk away. Golf courses are nearby too and the surrounding countryside opens onto the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland coast.

Downstairs there's an open-plan kitchen and dining area with a breakfast bar, plus the living room with its Smart TV and woodburner. Upstairs, both bedrooms have zip-and-link beds that convert between super king-size and twin singles, so the house works well for couples, friends or a small family. One bathroom has a bath with a shower over. The house sleeps four in total and welcomes one small dog, with charges applying.

Alnwick Castle, over 950 years old and known as a Harry Potter and Downton Abbey filming location, is on your doorstep (a few yards, no drive needed). Alnwick Gardens is a five-minute walk. The Heritage Coastline, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is 5 miles away (around 15 minutes' drive). The Cheviot Hills lie to the west for walkers who want heather-capped hills and open countryside.

Couples, friends and families who want a proper base in the middle of Alnwick will do well here. History is on the doorstep, the coast is close and Bailiffgate puts you right where the town's best bits are. Check your dates for this Grade II listed house in Alnwick today.