Poachers Pocket Whittingham, Northumberland sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.

Tucked away in the village of Whittingham on the edge of the Cheviot Hills you will find The Poachers Pocket, a charming and characterful extended cottage featuring exposed beams, stone walls, wooden floors and a unique working range and Rayburn. Comfortable furnishings throughout and plenty of space for all the family, The Poachers Pocket will appeal to guests looking for the chance to stay in a traditional Northumbrian stone cottage with fabulous walks on your doorstep, the River Aln at the bottom of the garden and the peace and tranquillity of our beautiful countryside. With easy access to the market town of Alnwick, some of the most beautiful beaches as well as on the edge of the Northumberland National Park.

ACCOMMODATION

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance hall with utility cupboard housing washer/drier.

Kitchen/Diner with dining table and chairs, open fire range, oil fired Rayburn ( new Range cooker installed, images to follow), 2 ring ceramic hob, electric oven, drawer style fridge and freezer, dishwasher, Belfast style sink, larder cupboard.

Bedroom 3 with super-king-size bed (zip/link, can be twin on request) and fitted wardrobe.

Bathroom with freestanding bath, shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

Steps up to lounge with comfy leather sofas, open fire, Smart TV with sound bar and DVD player.

FIRST FLOOR

Bedroom 1 with King size bed, wardrobes, wooden floor and garden views.

Bedroom 2 with two single beds, wardrobes, wooden floor, chest of drawers with views of Pele tower.

Door to WC.

OTHER FACILITIES

Parking for 3 cars. Oil central heating. Large garden to rear (not secure) with outdoor furniture the with River Aln running at the bottom of the garden. All power, linen and towels included in rent. 3 dogs welcome.

Amenities: Oil central heating with log burners. Double electric oven, grill and induction hob, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler. Smart TV, DVD player, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Gardens, patio furniture. Three well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 3.4 miles, pub 1.8 miles. Note: The garden is not enclosed and has a river running along the bottom end of it so please bear this in mind when booking. Starter fuel for log burners provided from October - April. Internal stone steps from kitchen to living room. 3 external stone steps.

Region: Northumberland is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian’s Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife.

Town: The pretty village of Whittingham is idyllically located astride the delightful River Aln, nestling between Northumbria's Heritage coastline and its stunning National Parkland, just 7 miles west of Alnwick. The village boasts a lovely church on one bank of the river and the pele tower on the other, both of which were altered in the Gothic style last century. Great walks and enchanting riverside views are also available. Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland, and its beautiful gardens are nearby, whilst Alnwick itself boasts a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat whilst being within easy driving distance of the varying boat trips available to the famous Farne Islands and the miles of golden sandy beaches lining the coast. An excellent location from which to explore the delights of Northumberland and beyond.