This inviting property offers space, light and comfort for a relaxing family holiday on the outskirts of Berwick-upon-Tweed (2.5 miles). The town is well connected for city trips to Edinburgh and Newcastle, both less than 1 hour on the train from the local station. It’s also situated at the northernmost point of the famed Northumberland Coast AONB, a heritage spot with a 62-mile coast path linking pristine beaches and exceptional cliff-top viewpoints. Whatever activities you choose to fill your days with, this stunning barn conversion always offers a warm welcome home for six guests and up to three dogs.
Unique features including exposed stone walls and an open-tread iron staircase add to the splendid character of this converted holiday home. Along with a utility room and downstairs WC, the ground floor is made up of a spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner for sociable nights in. You’ll find an extremely well-equipped kitchen with a dining table on one side of the room and a cosy lounge with a wood burner and Smart TV on the other. There are also French doors leading from here into the sprawling wooded garden with a fully enclosed lawn and outdoor furniture. There’s also a south-facing patio garden with garden furniture, giving you a choice of outdoor spaces. Back indoors, head upstairs to reach three bedrooms, each as spacious as the last and the largest offering an additional Smart TV.
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a cultural hub with a rich medieval history, unique architecture and plenty of things to see and do. Art lovers will adore the Lowry Trail, a route encompassing Tweedmouth and Spittal (both 1.5 miles) offering sights that inspired the famous 20th-century artist. On this route, you’ll visit Spittal Beach (2 miles), a family-friendly sandy promenade for traditional seaside activities. Further beautiful beaches including Cocklawburn (3 miles), Cheswick Sands (4.5 miles) and Goswick (5 miles) are within reach along the famed coastline.