Location

We're lucky enough to live in one of Northumberland’s most scenic valleys, in a county renowned for its unspoilt rural and archaeological landscapes, beautiful beaches and unique heritage. Our luxurious self-catering holiday cottages enjoy a peaceful setting in the traditional farming village of Branton, with the magnificent Cheviot Hills and Northumberland National Park literally on the doorstep.

Millennium Bridge, Gateshead, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

From purple heather on rolling hills to sweeping sandy beaches along a stunning coast, Northumberland really does offer some of the best walking and touring country in England.

So whether you're looking for solitude in beautiful hill country studded with ancient hill forts, or interested in wildlife watching and beachcombing with the children on spectacular seashores, or exploring the turbulent past of this historic border country through the prism of historic castle such as Alnwick, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh and Warkworth, we're perfectly situated for all these and more.

Here are a few of our favourite places, which you can get to quickly and easily by car :

• Ingram Valley - 5 minutes.
• Alnwick Castle and Garden - 15 minutes.
• Northumbrian coast and beaches - 30 minutes.
• Cragside (National Trust) - 15 minutes.
• Chillingham Castle - 25 minutes.