Dorothy Forster Court sits inside a 17th-century building right in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. This ground-floor apartment sleeps two and suits a couple's getaway perfectly. Inside you'll find a bare stone wall and a wooden roof beam giving the open-plan living space real period character, alongside a fireplace that now houses the TV. The décor is contemporary but the historic bones of the building are never far away.

Alnwick is an old market town whose narrow streets have barely changed since coach travel days. The property is almost opposite the entrance to Alnwick Castle, yet guests repeatedly note how quiet it stays despite the central position. Shops, cafés, pubs and a bookshop café are all within a short walk and Alnmouth railway station is about ten minutes away by car for those heading further afield.

The apartment has one twin bedroom, overlooking the rear courtyard and set well back from road noise. It comes with electric blankets, hot water bottles and woollen throws for colder stays. The shower room has underfloor heating and was newly renovated. An open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting area complete the layout, with a stylish dining table and a kitchen equipped for cooking meals for two.

Alnwick Castle and its gardens are a two-minute walk away, home to the Duke of Northumberland and a huge cascading water feature plus a large treehouse. The castle also appeared as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films. Alnmouth, with its sandy beaches, is four miles away (around 10 minutes by car). Bamburgh, with its coastal castle, is 15 miles off (roughly 25 minutes). Rothbury is 10 miles away (about 20 minutes), good for riverside walks.

This is a great pick for a couple wanting a central Alnwick base with genuine history underfoot. Dorothy Forster Court combines a castle-doorstep location with comfort and quiet. Book today for a fantastic couple's break in Alnwick.