Barley Nook is a contemporary holiday apartment set within a converted Malthouse building in Alnwick, Northumberland, once a working brewery. The much-admired former brewery development now houses this modern second-floor apartment, reached by stairs or lift from the shared entrance. It sleeps four across two bedrooms, making it a good fit for couples travelling together or small families.

Alnwick is a market town worth exploring on foot, with boutiques and independent shops to browse by day and restaurants and pubs to try in the evening. Green spaces and local amenities sit just moments from the front door. This is a base for both town wandering and coastal days out, with Northumberland's beaches and countryside within easy reach.

Inside, a light and airy open-plan living area runs through dual-aspect windows and a private balcony opens off both this space and the king-size bedroom, perfect for morning coffee. The second bedroom is a tranquil double. One bathroom has a shower over the bath and a WC. The contemporary kitchen has an electric oven and hob, fridge freezer and microwave, plus a dining table seating four for meals together. A Smart TV, books and games are on hand for evenings in and private parking for one car is included in the residents' car park.

Alnwick Castle, famous for its role in the Harry Potter and Downton Abbey films, is close by, as is Alnwick Garden with its water features and Poison Garden. Alnmouth Beach is 5 miles away (about 15 minutes' drive). Craster, known for its dramatic seascapes, is 8 miles off (around 20 minutes), while Seahouses, 15 miles away (roughly 30 minutes), offers boat trips out to the wildlife-rich Farne Islands.

Barley Nook suits couples or small families wanting a comfortable town-centre base with a balcony to enjoy and Northumberland's castles and coastline close at hand. Check your dates today for a great break in Alnwick.