Thornbrae Apartment is a first-floor apartment in Alnwick, Northumberland. You reach it via stairs from the building's entrance, opening onto a single-level layout with an open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner, one bedroom and a shower room. It sleeps two, making it a good fit for couples wanting a base in this Northumberland market town. Guests get access to shared gardens too.

Alnwick sits close to some of Northumberland's best-known sights and the area suits walkers, sightseers and nature-lovers alike. The coast is just a 15 minute drive away, opening up beaches, fishing villages and boat trips to the Farne Islands. Inland, Rothbury, the Simonside Hills and Cragside House and Gardens are all within reach for a day out.

The bedroom has a super-king-size bed, which can be made up as a twin on request. The shower room has a step-in shower and WC. The open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner is furnished with plenty of seating and has a TV with DVDs. The kitchen includes a gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One guest noted the Velux windows keep the space very light throughout the day.

Alnwick Castle and Alnwick Garden are just a short walk away, so sightseeing doesn't require a car. Further afield, Bamburgh Castle, Dunstanburgh Castle and the seaside villages of Alnmouth, Craster and Seahouses (all within easy driving distance) make for varied days out. Cragside House and Gardens is roughly 20 minutes away by car.

This is a solid pick for couples wanting to explore Alnwick and the Northumberland coast without travelling far each day. Thornbrae Apartment puts the castle, gardens and coastline all within easy reach. Check your dates for this well-placed Alnwick apartment today.