Hedgehope is a two-bedroom cottage in Alnwick, Northumberland, run as a cosy bolthole for a couple or small family of three. You enter straight into the lounge, where a feature fireplace with electric stove sits alongside a smart TV and Bluetooth Hi-fi. The king-size bedroom has breath-taking views towards Alnwick Castle and the surrounding countryside, a proper reason to pick this cottage over a plainer one nearby. A second bedroom holds a single bed and there's one bathroom with a shower over the bath.

Alnwick itself sits at the heart of Northumberland's coast and countryside, giving you a base for both. The market town has pubs, restaurants, shops and a weekly market close by, so you're never far from supplies or a decent meal out. There's also a golf course nearby if you fancy a round during your stay.

Downstairs, the kitchen/diner seats three and comes with a ceramic hob, electric oven, fridge freezer and a cafetiere for your morning coffee. From the kitchen, a few steps lead down onto a private patio with a bistro table and chairs and further steps take you into a landscaped garden below. A driveway at the front holds one car.

Alnwick Castle, famous for its Harry Potter filming connection, sits on the doorstep, alongside Alnwick Gardens. Warkworth Castle, village and beach are 15 minutes away by car. Alnmouth beach is just a 10 minute drive and the town's shops, pubs and market are all within walking distance.

Hedgehope suits couples or small families wanting a quiet base to explore Northumberland's coast and countryside. Guests have called it a comfortable, well-equipped cottage in a lovely quiet town. With castle views from bed and a private garden to relax in, it's hard to beat for the location alone. Check your dates for Hedgehope today.