Harry's Den is a Grade II listed ground-floor apartment in Bailiffgate, right in the historic town of Alnwick, Northumberland. It sleeps two in one bedroom and has had a full refurbishment with Farrow and Ball neutral colours throughout, while keeping its original character. Alnwick Castle is about a minute's walk away and you can see its walls from the apartment itself.

Alnwick is a proper working town, not a tourist set-piece, with shops, restaurants, a cinema, a theatre and a leisure centre all close by. Alnwick Castle has featured in Robin Hood, Downton Abbey and Harry Potter, so film fans will recognise plenty. The Northumberland Heritage Coastline is within easy reach, with unspoilt sandy beaches and harbour villages and the sea is 5½ miles away. Edinburgh is about an hour by train from nearby Alnmouth station.

The living/dining room is spacious and looks straight onto the castle walls, with a 43-inch Smart TV, DVD and CD player. The kitchen is modern and well-equipped, overlooking the garden, with an electric oven, hob, microwave and slow cooker. The kingsize bedroom has real character, with an Inglenook-style fireplace and French doors opening to the courtyard and garden. There's one shower room with a cubicle shower.

Alnwick's shops, pub and restaurants are just 50 yards away. The Pastures park run starts a 5-minute stroll from the door. Alnwick bus station is a short walk, giving car-free access to the coast and villages. The walled courtyard, with patio table, four chairs and a parasol, is a sheltered south/west-facing spot for morning coffee or al fresco meals.

This is ideal for couples wanting a romantic base right by a famous castle. With five steps to the door, gas central heating and free on-street parking permits provided, Harry's Den makes a comfortable Alnwick base. Book today for a memorable break in Alnwick for two.