Charming Belford Escape

A spacious village townhouse, this inviting Belford cottage is a Blue Plaque property due to its impressive, artistic connections. The birthplace of realist artist Sir William Menzies Coldstream; the three-storey, three-bedroom house now sleeps five guests and is an ideal base for couples, families or friends wishing to discover the beauty of coastal Northumberland. Head 4 miles to spectacular Budle Bay, with its wide-open stetches of golden sand and abundant birdlife. Bamburgh Beach, also known for its exceptional beauty, is 6 miles away. While you are here, visit the striking castle set up on the rocks, which famously featured in TV series The Last Kingdom. Venture 9 miles to Seahouses to take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, where you can spot puffins and seals. Plan a trip into Alnwick, 16 miles away, to wander around the shops, pause in a variety of eateries, and visit its famous castle.

Make your way inside from the rear of the house to find yourselves in a large kitchen/diner. Put your groceries away at the kitchen end, before making fresh coffee in the machine to enjoy over at the table. This room is equipped with everything needed to help you whip up hearty holiday feasts. There is also an adjoining utility room and a separate WC. The enticing lounge, with its stone chimney breast, is accessed from the hall and is a calming, restful room in which to relax together. Light up the roaring gas fire, choose a book from the shelf, set a board game up on the coffee table, or find a good film on the Smart TV. As night falls, make your way up to the first and second floors of the house where three restful bedrooms are spread out. Choose from a king-size room with a Smart TV and en-suite shower room, a single bedroom that makes use of the well-appointed family bathroom, and a top-floor twin room that converts to super-king-size on request and boasts a Smart TV as well as French doors leading to a balcony with far-reaching countryside views.

Outside, open a bottle of wine and share it at the table on the balcony as the sun goes down. Make the most of the peaceful, enclosed garden on warm spring and summer days too. Play games with the children on the grass, cook on the BBQ, and dine out in the fresh air. A gate leads to an off-road parking space for one car. Additional spaces are on-street, subject to availability.