This fantastic stone-built cottage close to the heart of historic Rothbury is perfect for couples, friends or small families, with the national park on your doorstep and plenty of space to relax both inside and out. This wonderful home is packed full of unique features alongside stylish, contemporary finishes. Stepping into the lofty open-plan lounge/diner, exposed beams fly overhead with gorgeous wooden flooring underfoot, and a double-sided wood burner warms both this room and the cosy snug adjacent. With windows on three sides, plus the Velux windows in the roof, the living space is flooded with light creating a tranquil place to relax after a day of discovery. Cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen that combines modern fixtures and fittings with a touch of rustic charm. Outside is a wrap-around, west-facing gravel and lawn garden with a fire pit and garden furniture for al fresco dining, sunset drinks and stargazing. When it’s time for bed, the first of the delightful double bedrooms can be found on the ground floor, with the other on the first floor, where the sloping roofline creates an inviting space to rest weary legs. This property is conveniently located near the centre of Rothbury, a wide range of independent shops, friendly pubs, cafes, and restaurants are all nearby. Take a stroll along the banks of the River Coquet or visit the UK’s first-ever ‘smart’ home, Cragside House and Gardens, and there’s even an excellent golf course within walking distance (0.5 miles). Climb the local Simonside Hills to enjoy fabulous views over the town from the top and explore the walking and cycling trails around the Northumberland National Park which begins 6 miles from your door. Alnwick Castle is just under 12 miles away, as are the famous Alnwick Gardens, offering 12 acres of meandering landscaped gardens home to the world's largest Tai Haku cherry orchard, a ‘Grand Cascade’ comprising 120 water jets and the world’s largest treehouse restaurant. Alternatively, head to the coast for a day trip to Alnmouth’s beautiful sandy beach, 16 miles away. House Rules Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 2 bedrooms - Both king-size. Note upstairs has a sloping low ceiling height - 2 bathrooms - 1 shower room with WC, and 1 en-suite shower room with WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing machine - Smart TV in the lounge and snug - Wood burner (first basket of logs provided) - Travel cot and highchair available on request - Enclosed patio garden with seating and fire pit - Off-road parking for 1 car, please note turning circle is very tight - Shops, pubs, and restaurants less than 1 mile Host Terms & Conditions The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.