Paddock Cottage is a former farm workers cottage set on a mixed working farm about two miles north of Alnwick in Northumberland. It sleeps five across three bedrooms and keeps a cosy open fire in the living room for chilly nights. You reach the cottage along a country lane that runs straight through the farm itself and the setting stays quiet with splendid views over the surrounding countryside.

This is proper farm country and you'll share it with cows, calves, horses and three pet pigs called Prudence, Portia and Primrose. Alnwick itself is a historic market town worth a wander and the Northumberland coast with its sandy beaches, harbours and fishing villages sits a short drive away. Golf and horse riding are both close by and DIY horse livery is available on site too.

Downstairs holds the kitchen and a living-dining room with Freeview TV, DVD player and that open fire. Upstairs, bedroom one has a double bed, bedroom two has two single beds and bedroom three (up one step) has a further single. There's one bathroom with a bath and shower over it.

Alnwick Castle and Garden sits about 2 miles away (10 minutes), while Bamburgh Castle on the coast is roughly 30 minutes by car. Warkworth Castle is around 20 minutes away and the sandy beaches near Alnmouth are a similarly short drive. Shops and pubs are just 2 miles off.

Paddock Cottage suits families or small groups wanting a proper farm stay with animals nearby and the coast within easy reach. Up to three pets stay free, so bring the dog along too. Book today for a fantastic break near Alnwick.