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The Old Sweet Shop, Alnwick

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4.9
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.9
out of 5
Northumberland » Alnwick
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 4

The Old Sweet Shop is a large three-storey Victorian terraced house in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. Built in 1899 as a shop and dwellinghouse, it has been converted into a spacious family home sleeping eight across four bedrooms. The original building dates back to 1899, giving it a proper sense of place among the town's old streets.

Alnwick is a historic market town dominated by Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland. A short stroll from the house takes you past Barter Books and on to the cobbled streets, independent shops, galleries and weekly market.

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About The Old Sweet Shop

The Old Sweet Shop is a large three-storey Victorian terraced house in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. Built in 1899 as a shop and dwellinghouse, it has been converted into a spacious family home sleeping eight across four bedrooms. The original building dates back to 1899, giving it a proper sense of place among the town's old streets.

Alnwick is a historic market town dominated by Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland. A short stroll from the house takes you past Barter Books and on to the cobbled streets, independent shops, galleries and weekly market. The coast at Alnmouth is 4 miles away and Northumberland's beaches, castles and countryside are all within easy reach for day trips.

Downstairs there's a kitchen/diner, a sitting room with a woodburning stove, a separate dining room with a small lounge area for children and a compact shower room. Upstairs on the first floor are a super-king bedroom (convertible to twins), a king-size room, a twin room and a family bathroom with bath and shower. The second-floor bedroom has sloped ceilings, exposed beams and a freestanding bath, plus its own separate shower one reviewer called it a "stunning penthouse."

Alnwick Castle and The Alnwick Garden, with its Grand Cascade and treehouse, are both within walking distance. Barter Books, one of England's largest secondhand bookshops, sits just along the road. Bamburgh, with its castle and beach, is 15 miles away (about 25 minutes' drive), while Alnmouth is 4 miles (10 minutes) and Rothbury 10 miles (20 minutes) for those wanting the Northumberland countryside.

This is a house for big family gatherings or groups of friends wanting a comfortable base. With three bathrooms serving eight guests and a genuinely central location, The Old Sweet Shop works well for exploring both Alnwick and the wider coast without needing the car every day. Book today for a memorable stay in Alnwick with family or friends.

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The Old Sweet Shop Attractions & Days Out

Alnwick Castle golf course

0.5 miles

NE66 1PN

Northumberland National Park

10 miles

NE66 7BP

Independent shops on Bondgate

0.2 miles

NE66 1PR

Local hop-on hop-off bus

0.2 miles

NE66 1HP

Willowburn sports centre

0.7 miles

NE66 1UT

Is The Old Sweet Shop Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Kids can enjoy board games, books and toys provided in both the sitting room and dining area. A travel cot, highchair and stairgate are available on request. Alnwick Castle, The Alnwick Garden's treehouse and bamboo maze and Willowburn sports centre with its soft play and shallow pool are all close by too.
For Couples
Couples can settle by the woodburning stove after a day exploring Alnwick's cobbled streets and independent shops. The second-floor bedroom, with its sloped ceilings, exposed beams and dressing area, gives a private retreat away from the rest of the house. Walks through Hulne Park or a drive to the coast at Alnmouth add a romantic touch to any stay.
Pet Friendly
Well-behaved pets are welcome throughout the stay. A dog bed, blanket and sometimes treats are provided as part of the welcome. Pets must stay on the ground floor only, so they can't join guests upstairs in the bedrooms. Alnwick's parks and coastal walks nearby suit dog walking well.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Old Sweet Shop

Barter Books Café

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1NQ

The John Bull Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1PF

Hogs Head Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1SG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Old Sweet Shop

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, The Old Sweet Shop does not have a hot tub. The property instead offers a woodburning stove in the sitting room for cosy evenings.
Is the property pet friendly?
Yes, well-behaved pets are welcome at this property. Pets are restricted to the ground floor only and a dog bed, blanket and treats are often provided.
How many people can stay at The Old Sweet Shop?
The house sleeps up to 8 guests across 4 bedrooms. There are 3 bathrooms in total, so there's no queuing in the mornings.
Is there parking at the property?
Off-road parking is available for one car. Free on-street parking can usually be found to the rear of the property or on a nearby side street.
How far is the property from Alnwick town centre?
It's roughly a 5 to 10 minute walk into the centre of Alnwick. Barter Books and the cobbled streets of the town are just a short stroll away.
What's included in the rental price?
Bed linen, towels, fuel and power for the woodburning stove are all included. A starter pack for the fire is also provided, though extra wood can be bought locally.
Can I bring a cot or highchair for a baby?
Yes, a travel cot, highchair and stairgate are available on request. Just confirm what you need with the owner before arrival.
Are there any booking restrictions to be aware of?
Two-night stays aren't accepted during July and August and Sunday check-ins aren't permitted. A Good Housekeeping bond of £450 also applies to bookings.

The Old Sweet Shop Reviews

Very comfortable, nicely furnished with attractive local prints, good location ... Very comfortable, nicely furnished with attractive local prints, good location close to the town centre, very responsive owner
Perfect location very close to the centre of Alnwick. Gorgeous house the owner has thought of everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Rebecca
Super location and perfect house for our break.
This is even better than advertised! The house is beautiful, lovely comfortable beds and everything we needed. Plus it's literally on the same road as Barter Books!! We absolutely loved our stay thank you x
I shared this property with 3 friends . It is one of the most comfortable and well equipped places we have stayed in , we couldnt actually believe the attention to detail! It has been well thought through in the planning to provide excellent facilities for every combination of visitors . We were particularly impressed with the welcome pack left which included bread,milk,butter and a bottle of fizz! A nice touch. The street is easy to find and very central but we did find difficulty actually finding the house as the street numbers are a bit confusing! The only other small negative points would be that a mirror near a plug for drying hair in the largest room would be useful and the door in that room can be a bit sticky to open! Apart from that, we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this property to others .
A perfect location and lovely house. From the early communication with the owner to the welcome hamper, this was always going to be a great visit. The room configuration was exactly as wed asked for and the rooms are of a generous size. A spacious kitchen and living area along with 3 bathrooms and showers meant there was ample space for our party. Off street parking was no issue and the village only a short stroll away. Would definitely recommend and book again.
Tamanie
What a fantastic place this is. We booked specifically for Alnwick Gardens and to see the local area. Amble was particularly really nice. The accommodation is very nice, beds conformable and parking was easy. Very close to a couple of shops and the main town. Would book again Thanks
Absolutely lovely place. Spacious and clean and everything you could possibly need is thought of. The only thing I didnt like about our stay is the long list of instructions we were expected to do before we left! Obviously we would leave the place tidy, wash pots etc but you wanted us to strip the beds, take the rubbish out! Empty the dishwasher! Clean the floors!! Thats not really what I need after a relaxing stay! We had two very small children with us so to pack up the car and then do all that by 10am was not possible. Surly paying almost 700 for 3 nights stay covered that being done by the cleaners! Sorry but I just didnt like that expectation!
Madeleine
A fantastic house with all the facilities you need. We had a great time and could not have asked for a better stay! 5 stars! Thank you!
Perfect place to stay for a group trip to explore Alnwick and especially Barter Books. Deliciously comfy beds, loads of room and lashings of hot water. Communication with our host was excellent and very helpful. Thank you. Wed love to come back
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect for all the amenities' We enjoyed our visits to Alnwick Castle & Gardens, Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island & Caster Harbour. Would highly recommend a stay at the old sweet shop to anybody wishing to visit Northumberland.
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Lovely house Spacious, clean, great for the family time we wanted. The log burner added bonus Short walk to amenities of Alnwick Highly recommend
Elizabeth
Fantastic house. Spacious, clean and comfortable I can home and ordered the mattress I had slept on straight away. Alison owner was extremely helpful when we locked out of the house cold and wet following the MacMillan Mighty Hike. Thank you very much.
Judith
We loved our stay here. The house was an excellent base, and what I called the penthouse 2nd floor bedroom is stunning. There's a convenient corner shop next door, a Coop within site of the property, and a big Lidl a few minutes' walk away. We didn't have cars but visited lots of lovely places by bus, including Seahouses and Amble for boat trips with puffins!, Lindisfarne and Bamburgh. Also enjoyed the castle and garden in Alnwick itself. Great holiday!
A clean and spacious property in an excellent location, less than 10 minutes walk into Alnwick, plenty of eateries and shops. Visited Lindisfarne, Hadrian's Wall, Cragside ... Most locations less than 1 hour from accommodation. Hosts had catered for every need and event including a picnic hamper. Would definitely recommend accommodation and do a return visit.
Two night stay with family. The house is exactly as described. Very spacious, modernised to a high standard, very clean and perfectly located within easy walking distance of the centre of Alnwick. We had 4 vehicles and had no issues parking close to the property. Great communication from Alison leading up to our stay and very comprehensive instructions and recommendations at the property. Would definitely visit again.
We had a very enjoyable stay. The property was well equipped and ideal for our needs. The owner responded very quickly when I made enquiries. I would stay again
Sophie
The photos dont do this house justice. It is huge, really beautifully filled to make it feel like a home from home and Alison the host was so attentive to any question. You can tell that the host family have used this house as they really understand what kids need to be entertained, with a lovely selection of toys and games. This didnt take anything away from the space either, with a really lovely lounge area with plenty of really comfy seating and a lovely log burner. The kitchen was very well equipped with plenty of fridge and oven space for larger groups. All 4 bedrooms are spacious, with nice bedding and towels. 3 bathrooms is needed for a group of 8 so it is fab that there was so much space. We would definitely come back here again. The extra touches like Christmas trees over the festive period made this a very special trip away.
Patricia
My family and I had a lovely stay at The Old Sweetshop which is very spacious with large rooms and is very comfortable having enough seating for a large family. The kitchen has everything you need for meal preparation and we loved the large range. Children are well catered for with plenty of games and even our dog had a bed and blanket! We were greeted with a lovely welcome basket which was a nice touch. I would highly recommend this property for a stay in Alnwick.
Rosamund
Really enjoyed our stay. Location ideal, cottage had everything we needed for 4 adults and 1 dog. We also had to contact the owner for a couple of things, nothing was too much trouble at all. Would highly recommend, thanks for an enjoyable week.
This is a lovely house great location, perfectly clean, well equipped & would comfortably accommodate 8 people. Just 4 of us. Unfortunately only one of the three showers was fully usable top floor is out of order & middle floor showerhead doesnt stay in place so needed to be handheld. Ground floor shower is very good. Wed all stay again & recommend the Old Sweeetshop as a very good holiday home from which to explore the amazing Northumberland coast.
Rebecca
We loved this holiday. Booking with Sykes was really easy, communication with Alison was great and The Old Sweet Shop is very comfortable huge yet cosy and welcoming. Lots of space to spread out in and the selection of board games was brilliant. Street parking was easy, we parked in the lane behind the house with no problems. The welcome basket was such a lovey touch and the two local shops are so handy. The August evenings were surprisingly chilly so we thoroughly enjoyed the stove in the lounge entirely unnecessary, the heating was great but there is a special comfort in a real fire. Alnwick is a lovely place to visit, so much to see and do within walking distance and then the beach and countryside are really close. We didn't use it but the hop onoff local attractions bus seemed like a great idea, especially if you're not used to the hills. Our family are planning their return visit!
My family and I have spent many holidays in the UK. .. This property is one of the nicest we have stayed in. It really is a home from home and there was not one thing that was missing. The house is roomy and comfortable and the location of the property is a 10 minutes walk into the town and attraction. Communication from Alison was great and the welcome basket was a lovely touch. Off road parking was lovely and having a shop next door was handy. The road noise was not an issue and was not noticed. Lastly the beds were comfy and we slept well. Thank you for a lovely property and making a good holiday great
Joanne
This was a great house for a group of friends. We were on a cycling weekend and there are lots of routes from Alnwick into beautiful surroundings places. The house is so roomy and we loved the comfy living room and separate dining room with huge table. The owner warned us about the water pressure not being great on the top floor but there are two other showers that work perfectly and an enormous bath on the top floor. The mattress on one of the double beds was a little thin and not as comfortable as the other beds all the others were great . We had a wonderful stay at the old sweet shop and would definitely book again. We felt a little chased out by cleaners on Monday morning. They parked up in the alley as we were packing at 9.30. We were not due out until 10. They were knocking on the door bang on 10. We were done but felt a little hassled. This did not spoil our stay in this fabulous house. We really enjoyed it.
The cottage was lovely, very spacious and one of the best equipped weve ever stayed in! there was even a bed & blanket for the dog. In one room there was a huge selection of toys which was greatly appreciated. It was very clean with plenty of available cleaning products for us to use along with spare dishwasher tablets. There were other essentials like tea & coffee, salt & pepper etc left for us too. Communication & instructions from the owner before had were both very clear & good which enabled us to get to and into the house with no problems.
Jacqueline
As a family of grandparents, children and grandchildren we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Old Sweet Shop, which is a lovely spacious comfortable house, within an excellent location. We would certainly return.
Lovely lovely property ! My family and I had an amazing time ! It was just what we needed. Thank you to Alison the property owner who was so accommodating to us when we needed to change our booking twice ! Also thank you to Sykes for your help and understanding .
Lesley
Lovely stay here at the old sweet shop! Will definitely stay again! Clean and tidy which is a must for me! Recommend the dirty bottles for food. Thanks for having us! Lesley and family.
Michael
Firstly i have to say the host is excellent and very responsive. Great property, very spacious, very clean and tidy. Had everything we needed for our stay. Great location for getting about the area.
Michael
We have stayed here numerous times. Love this place, has everything we need for a great comfortable stay. Very responsive host, who looked after us very well, thank you Alison. Lovely welcome basket, great comfortable beds, very clean throughout. Highly recommended. will return.
Michael
A top property within walking distance of everything you could need! The house was extremely well laid out with more than enough room for a large family gathering. Excellent kitchen and facilities throughout. Would definitely recommend
Michele
The property exceeded expectations ! The property was gulley equipped with everything you would expect and more. The furnishings and fittings were well maintained. The beds were extremely comfortable with the bedding being of a very high quality you would expect to find in a 5 hotel Alison owner communication was over and above and it was very much welcome even though we did not need to contact, our group felt we wanted to give her our feedback on how fabulous her house was
Stephanie
Enjoyed our stay very much. A beautiful house. Ideally situated for Barter Books and exploring Alnwick on foot. Also for scenic drives to Cragside and the coast or bus trips. Very spacious comfortable house with thoughtful details. Already planning another visit.
This is one of the best holiday homes we've stayed in Its very spacious, ... This is one of the best holiday homes we've stayed in Its very spacious, comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean, the photos dont do it justice regarding the space available Very comfortable beds and quiet neighbourhood The position couldnt be better to explore Alnwick and the surrounding area and there are shops very nearby for essentials Really good communication from the owner
Just perfect, gorgeous warm house. Exceeded all expectations. Much larger than we thought which was brilliant for our family. Emails from HostSykes regarding the property were really helpful and accurate. Folder in the kitchen .. invaluable help. Host have thought of everything to make your holiday relaxing. Location is near all amenitiesattractions and parking was easy.
It was an excellent property for 8 people to stay in without being on top of one another. The house was very clean, we all agreed the beds were comfortable and it was in a great location for walking to nearby pubs and restaurants and for generally exploring Alnwick.
We had a wonderful time in spite of the awful weather. The property is fantastic in most respects and very comfortable. Beds and pillows very comfortable. Kitchen is very well equipped. The only thing I recommend here is a fruitlemon squeezer. The fridge in the kitchen is far too small even for a stay of five nights needs to be twice the size. We could not get any heating to come on and this was a major problem as the weather was so cold for July. We followed all the instructions but the boiler did not come on. There was not enough toilet paper for a family of 8 for five nights and the quality of the paper was very poor. These are fairly minor points but we believe they need to be addressed to make this property a truly five star experience. Finally, can we say a very big thanks from all the family. We would definitely recommend and would stay again.
We were a group of friends staying for the weekend to do the Macmillan Mighty Hike. The property was ideally located in central Alnwick, very clean it accepts pets but you would never know and super comfortable. The owner communicated really well, currently a broken shower on the top floor, but with two others in the house this did not bother us. I would definitely stay here again, thank you!
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