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Nurse's Cottage

(Ref. 1122198)

Alnwick, Northumberland Show on map

5.0

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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56 Customer Reviews

  • "Beautiful property in the perfect location."

    Hosts were really helpful and friendly and everything about arrival etc was super easy too. The cottage was really clean and modern and had all the amenities we could possibly need. We would definitely consider visiting again and will recommend to others thinking of visiting the area! Thanks again for a lovely stay.

    Reviewed by Tabitha5.0Nov 2024

  • "Such a lovely cottage."

    We were very thankful for all the wood for the fire as we stayed in most of the time due to the storm. Would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by Megan5.0Nov 2024

  • "It was a lovely quiet location but close to the town centre."

    Perfect in all respects. My one very very slight gripe relates to the arrival and departure times. Arrival after 4.00 seems rather late and departure by 10.00 seems slightly early. For example , we are away next week in another cottage and the arrival time is 2.00 and we do not have to leave until 11.00 which seems more reasonable.

    Reviewed by Jeff5.0Nov 2024

  • "This beautiful little cottage is tucked away in a peaceful corner of Alnwick."

    All the delights Alnwick has to offer are within walking distance. The interior of the cottage is of a high standard, the log burner a great addition and the underfloor heating in the bathroom is wonderful on a cold morning. Cosy bedrooms, a kitchen that has everything you need, including lovely little treats to.enjoy, all made our stay in this cottage one of the best we've had!

    Reviewed by Joanne5.0Oct 2024

  • "This is a lovely cottage,perfect for four people."

    The standard of comfort is really high and it is quiet and peaceful.Parking is on the street with a permit and we had no problems. The location is very central and Alnwick is a fascinating and variable place,including the castle and the beautiful gardens.

    Reviewed by Carolyn5.0Oct 2024

  • "Pretty cottage in convenient location for the centre of Alnwick."

    Very well appointed and good use of space in this cosy cottage. Minor problem quickly sorted. Good centre for access to stunning castles and good eating places.

    Reviewed by Jane4.7Sep 2024

  • "Lovely clean and comfortable property."

    There was very little we needed to supply ourselves, which made for a relaxing break. The hosts were very responsive, gracious, and helpful. We would definitely stay in this cottage again.

    Hi Lynsey. Thank you so much for the feedback. And comments. Very much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed your stay . Please come and stay with us again . Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynsey5.0Aug 2024

  • "Nurses's Cottage is a lovely cozy Cottage, with so many Places to visit from the doorstep, a permit for parking included never had a problem with finding somewhere to park."

    Owners available if you need to contact them Milk & Biscuits on arrival thank you for that!!! Many places to eat but make sure you book!! Supermarkets in walking distance too. Thank you Glen for such an amazing Cottage to stay in.

    Hi Michelle, so glad you enjoyed your stay at Nurses cottage and Northumberland, thanks so much for the review. Glen& Corinne Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michelle5.0Jul 2024

  • "My wife and I absolutely loved our stay at the Nurses Cottage."

    It had everything we needed and was comfortable and cosy. It is tucked away in a small courtyard but very close to the castle and the town centre, but at the same time was very quiet. Next time we visit Alnwick we will be booking the cottage again. Thanks Glen and Corrine.

    Hi Martin, so Glad you enjoyed your stay. thank you so much for the feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Martin5.0Jun 2024

  • "One of the best cottages we have ever stayed at."

    Cannot fault it. The whole visit has been a delight, even the weather at the start of our visit could not spoil things. Have made many visits in the area whilst here but there is still more to see. Would recommend Barter Books if the weather is doubtful, also Caffe Tirreno and The Market Tavern for meals.

    Guest BookJun 2024

  • "Nurse's Cottage is a hidden gem!"

    It was the perfect place for us. The cottage garden is an oasis of calm on a sunny evening after a long day as a tourist. The cottage provided everything we needed and the hosts ensure you feel welcome.

    Hi Lesley. Thanks so much for your feedback. So glad you had a great stay and we were able to help make your stay comfortable and memorable. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lesley5.0Jun 2024

  • "Wonderful little cottage."

    Immaculately clean on arrival. Super location. Would thoroughly recommend

    Thanks so much for the feedback Jane. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jane5.0May 2024

  • "Lovely little cottage had everything that you needed, home from home."

    Situated in a little courtyard with a pretty little garden. Close to Alnwick town centre and the castle. Good pubs nearby and restaurants.

    Thanks so much for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anthony5.0May 2024

  • "A really enjoyable stay at Nurses Cottage."

    Very clean and great amenities. Really good location. Places to visit, Cragside, Seahouses, Edinburgh by train (only an hour) Kielder Observatory (but need decent weather as drive back a bit hairy late at night and observatory roof doesn't open in the rain)

    Guest BookMay 2024

  • "Fantastic property for 2 people or family with small kids (little tight for 4adults) Amazing location, 1 minute walk to the castle, 3 minute walk to the lovely little town."

    Cottage is very clean and has absolutely everything you need. Great property, would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by Kathryn5.0Apr 2024

  • "Had a very enjoyable stay."

    The cottage was perfect for the two of us and is in a great location., ideal for exploring the area. We particularly enjoyed a visit to Cragside, Alnwick Castle, a coastal walk from Craster to Embleton beach and Bamburgh. Lots of great eating places on the doorstep, we ate out at The Dirty Bottles pub and enjoyed a pizza at Di Dopra. We found some lovely cafes on our day trips out with some very nice cakes. We loved Alnwick and our stay here. Thank you.

    Guest BookApr 2024

  • "We've really enjoyed our week staying in Nurse's Cottage."

    It is so comfortable and clean and is in a great location. We've been to Northumberland many times but this is our first stay in Alnwick. It's been excellent. Adding to previous recommendations - Harry's Bar - real ales and atmosphere. Sonnet - for a very special lunch. Its superb!

    Guest BookApr 2024

  • "A lovely cottage in a good location near the town."

    Good easy parking. Everything we needed was in the cottage. It was just a dream returning to the cottage everyday. Very cosy and beds comfy.

    Thanks for the great feedback Carole. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carole5.0Mar 2024

  • "We arrived to a lovely clean cottage tucked away in the centre of Alnwick, what a perfect location!"

    We've had a lovely week visiting Alnmouth, Amble, stumbled across Warkworth whilst driving through and stopped off on our way back - lovely village, great walk along the river bank up to the castle and super gift called "Grays". Took the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh - got plenty of steps in and walked for miles. Had a great Sunday roast at The Market Tavern in Alnwick and lovely Italian at Cafe Tirreno. Visited "Cook & Barker" at Newton-on-the-moor was a ten minute drive for lovely food. Finished off our week with a walk from Craster to Dunstanburgh Castle.

    Guest BookMar 2024

  • "Beautiful cottage, very clean and tidy with great comfortable beds."

    So good we have booked a second visit. Great location.

    Hi Anna. Thanks so much for your comments. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Jan 2024

  • "Thank you for such a wonderful stay."

    The Cottage is perfectly positioned, well stocked and beautiful. The Christmas decorations added to the magic of our stay. We have had an amazing stay and hope to visit again some time. Have a wonderful Christmas!

    Guest BookDec 2023

  • "Lovely Cottage & so well placed."

    The xmas decor and setting made for a wonderful stay. All the best for Xmas and New Year.

    Guest BookDec 2023

  • "Staying in Alnwick gave us the perfect base to explore the area."

    Plenty of pubs and restaurants in Alnwick to eat in. Nurses Cottage is very comfortable and has everything you need! Set in a lovely part of town. Spending Christmas here the cottage decorated with the lovely decorations was so cosy. We will look forward to also staying in this cottage at a different time of year. Thank you.

    Guest BookDec 2023

  • "Great little cottage, comfortable and uncluttered."

    Everything we needed was there. Great location for Alnwick and surroundings with lots of countryside accessible straight from the door.

    Hi Jane. Thank you for your feedback. We are so please you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Nov 2023

  • "Thank you we've had a lovely stay."

    The cottage was exactly what we needed so close to the town but also to the countryside and walks from the door. Can't complain about the November weather as it was better than forecast. We've had a lovely cosy time!

    Guest BookNov 2023

  • "A lovely cottage."

    It was clean, warm, cosy and comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed are stay.

    Thanks so much for the feedback Gemma. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gemma5.0Oct 2023

  • "Lovely week in Nurse's Cottage."

    Very comfortable - cosy with everything you could need. Ideal base for exploring Northumberland. Bamburgh castle, Billy Shiels Boat Trip. Craster walk around Dunstanburgh castle all superb. Alnwick castle well worth a visit but maybe leave gardens until spring/ summer for full effect. Barter Books also intriguing on a wet day. All in all a great trip.

    Guest BookOct 2023

  • "Great week in Northumberland at Nurse's Cottage."

    This is our 2nd stay at the property, lovely comfy, clean, peaceful and love to explore the area. Spent many hours on the coast enjoying the beautiful scenery - great for walking, photography and bird watching. Would recommend a visit to; Embleton Bay, Holy Island, Northumberlandia, Bamburgh, Seahouses (fish & chips).

    Guest BookOct 2023

  • "Beautiful, very well-appointed cottage and on our arrival, very clean."

    It lacked nothing in equipment. Beds very comfortable. Access exactly as described. The weather was very mixed, but it was a pleasure to stay in sometimes. A credit to the owners!

    H Stephen. Thank you very much for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Sep 2023

  • "Lovely cottage."

    Excellent location - so central yet so peaceful. Thank you!

    Hi Mary. Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mary5.0Aug 2023

  • "Had a lovely stay in Nurse's Cottage - everything provided for, it was warm and cosy on our wet chilly nights and we made use of your games cupboard!"

    Perfect location for Seahouses, Bamburgh, Amble and of course Alnwick itself. I lived here for 3 years in the 70s and it's lovely to see it thriving with lots of cafes, bars and shops to support the star of the town - the castle. Thank you

    Aug 2023

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Nurses Cottage."

    It is a lovely place in itself and it is nicely situated in relation to all that Alnwick has to offer. We are extremely happy with our choice and would not hesitate to choose to return to Nurses Cottage. One minor point which the owners might be interested in hearing is that we had to fashion a Heath Robinson style screen out of brown parcel paper ( bought at Wilkos) to manoeuvre into the main bedroom roof light in order to save us from being woken at the crack of dawn by the otherwise unimpeded bright daylight, which we did experience on the first morning. Some sort of blind would be good I reckon.

    Hi Kevin. Thanks very much for your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at nurses cottage. Your point about the bedroom roof windows has been noted. We have now replaced the windows in both bedrooms, blinds and windows can be electronically operated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0Jul 2023

  • "Skylights in the bedroom windows made it very light early in the mornings!"

    Hard to 'sleep in'!

    Hi Chris. Thanks very much for the feedback. Plans are already in place to replace the windows to electrically operated ones and with electrically operated blinds. Work will be completed in November this year. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Chris5.0Jul 2023

  • "My friend and I loved the cottage, and the beautiful courtyard garden."

    It was ideal for us. I found the mattress on the single bed I used slightly uncomfortable. My friend found she slipped down the settee when she sat there reading or watching TV. These are minor compared with the joys of staying in Nurses Cottage.

    Reviewed by Hilary4.4Jun 2023

  • "Lovely holiday great accommodation."

    ..lovely hosts so helpful wen I left a medication behind ...many thanks...lovely place near all amenities would recommend....and definitely visit again ...arranged lovely weather for us also

    Reviewed by Janice5.0Jun 2023

  • "Lovely stay in your wonderful cottage, everything we needed was provided!"

    ! Great little seating area in your lovely little garden and all so close to local ammenities and places to visit around Northumberland. You really couldn't pick a better spot to stay in Alnwick! Bars, restaurants and shops just a few minutes walk away. Also never farther than a half hours drive away from lots of places of interest. Thanks for the stay in Nurse's Cottager, no doubt as some point we will return - hope to see you again soon. Cheers!!

    Jun 2023

  • "We have enjoyed our stay here, with its easy access to the A1 and some beautiful places to visit."

    We found the cottage to be clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the peaceful, colourful garden.

    Jun 2023

  • "This was one of the lovliest comfy and peaceful cottages we have hired its in a ..."

    This was one of the lovliest comfy and peaceful cottages we have hired its in a beautuful setting and was a perfect way to celebrate my big birthday absoloutly loved it Thanks

    Reviewed by Karen5.0May 2023

  • "Fab stay in this fantastic little cottage."

    The comfort, cleanliness and facilities were amazing and it made our stay in Alnwick much more enjoyable to have such a lovely place to return after days out. We especially enjoyed the wood burner as some cool nights and was lovely to return and watch TV. The location of the cottage is perfect for all local amenities but also offers peace and quiet. Would love to return.

    Reviewed by Susan5.0Apr 2023

  • "Beautiful cottage for our week stay as a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children aged 10 and 13)."

    Perfect location to access so many beautiful places within short driving distance. Alnwick castle and Alnwick gardens on the doorstep, then only minutes away from beautiful coast line, including beach near Warkworth Castle, Embleton Bay near to Dunstan burgh Castle, Bamburgh Castle. We got a train to Edinburgh for the day from Alnmouth train station where parking was free. So many things to see and do on the doorstep. Just needed more than a week to fit everything in. An ideal excuse though for a return visit! Thankyou for the memorable stay.

    Reviewed by Rachel5.0Apr 2023

  • "The cottage was very comfortable, clean and quiet."

    It had everything we needed for our stay and was an excellent base to visit lot's of beautiful surrounding tourist sights. Numerous great restaurants within walking distance. The owner was very considerate, contacting us on the first night to ensure we had arrived safely due to inclement weather.

    Reviewed by Patricia5.0Mar 2023

  • "The Nurses Cottage was ideal accommodation for the three of us."

    The facilities, decor and rooms were excellent and made for a very comfortable stay. Tucked away behind one of the main streets, the cottage and garden was delightful and the area extremely quiet. We would happily return.

    Aug 2022

  • "A lovely quaint property in a central location."

    Would thoroughly recommend. Excellent

    Jul 2022

  • "A beautiful cottage in a peaceful setting which is ideally situated just off of Bailiffgate."

    The cottage is close to shops, pubs, restaurants and across the road from the entrance to the castle and museum. Also, there is a supermarket a short walk away. We would definitely return as the location is convenient for visiting the area, and parking was never an issue. We had to contact the owner with a query and he was very helpful and easy to contact.

    Reviewed by Julia5.0Jun 2022

  • "The cottage is wonderful and ticked every box."

    Ideally located for exploring Northumberland.

    Jun 2022

  • "A most enjoyable stay at Nurse's Cottage, which has been beautifully presented."

    Jun 2022

  • "Conveniently located in Alnwick but set back from the road so very quiet and peaceful with a lovely garden to enjoy."

    A real haven in the heart of Alnwick where there is plenty of places to visit and to enjoy an evening out. We had an amazing stay and look forward to returning.

    Jun 2022

  • "Very clean & comfortable & quiet but convenient for eating out ."

    A great base for exploring Northumberland.

    May 2022

  • "What a fabulous place to stay."

    So comfortable and you have thought of everything. Thank you for helping sorting out my surprise birthday. This was an ideal base, we will certainly return.

    May 2022

  • "Fabulous comfortable classy comfortable property in a fabulous area close to restaurants and attractions We had some fantastic days out and it was great to come back to the cottage to relax either inside or in the little sun trap garden watching new flowers appear daily."

    May 2022

  • "A beautiful well equipped property."

    Just what we needed.

    Apr 2022

  • "Stunning refurbishment of cottage."

    Works perfectly for those with accessible needs. We had a fabulous time.

    Apr 2022

  • "Thank you for providing a delightful base to explore Northumberland for the 1st time."

    Mar 2022

  • "Beautiful cottage, great location, very nicley done."

    Feb 2022

  • "The cottage is absolutely delightful, the location is amazing, right in the middle of Alnwick, peaceful and tranquil."

    Recently refurbished to a wonderful and comfortable feeling. The real log fire place gives you that warm cottage holiday feeling, truly an impressive little get away holiday cottage.

    Oct 2021

  • "The cottage has recently been refurbished to a high standard."

    Although it is right in the centre of Alnwick it is very quiet. The courtyard garden was much appreciated.

    Jul 2021

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Summary

  • Sykes Gem Awards 2024 Gold winner for Best In North East England
  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating with woodburning stove
  • Oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Parking permit for 1 car nearby
  • Courtyard, patio furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 5.4 miles
  • Note: Starter pack for woodburning stove provided

The property

In the heart of Alnwick in Northumberland, Nurse’s Cottage is a delightful, single-storey cottage which offers immaculate accommodation in a beautiful setting.

Perfect for a family of four or two couples, the interior is stylishly finished and boasts original features such as exposed ceiling beams, a woodburning stove and traditional cottage doors.

The living space invites guests into a wonderful space complete with ample seating where you can imagine gathering to enjoy each other’s company and catch up with holiday stories.

The kitchen area is sleek and well fitted with all the amenities needed to produce tasty food for the family and the adjoining dining area is ready for guests to pull up a chair and indulge in long, leisurely meals.

The courtyard garden is a particular feature with colourful plants and shrubs punctuating the space and with a patio table and chairs is the perfect spot to enjoy time alfresco.

The fresh Northumberland air will no doubt have tired the guests out, so come bedtime choose from either a double or a twin.

Both are elegant and offer a calming sanctuary to lay your weary heads.

In the morning, after a restful night’s sleep, you’ll be ready to get out and about exploring.

Alnwick is within walking distance and is well worth a visit.

Alnwick is dominated by its stunning castle and gardens which boasts Europe’s largest cascading water feature.

The castle’s other claim to fame is that it was the setting for Hogwarts School as featured in the Harry Potter films.

The town also has a good selection of shops and amenities, miles of beaches to explore, as well as the magic, mystical village of Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, a quirky attraction set within beautiful formal landscapes just a short walk from your new front door!

Nearby coastal towns worth visiting include Alnmouth, Seahouses, Warkworth and Beadnell with trips to Farne Islands popular where you can look out for unusual birds and even seals.

Other attractions include Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland Country Zoo and Bailiffgate Museum and Gallery.

With a stylish interior and an inviting ambience, Nurses Cottage offers a prescription for the perfect holiday.

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About the location

ALNWICK

Alnmouth 4 miles; Bamburgh 15 miles; Rothbury 10 miles.

The attractive and historic market town of Alnwick is dominated by Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland. The Castle Gardens, opened in 2002, are home to Europe's largest cascading water feature, a fabulous (and enormous) treehouse, a delightful rose garden and a beautiful, walled ornamental garden, which will delight novice and experienced gardeners alike. The castle is also famous as the setting for Hogwarts School featured in the Harry Potter films! The town's narrow streets have seen little change since the days when the London to Edinburgh stage coach passed through and the Market Place, with its stone cross, is still the central feature and the ideal venue for the weekly Saturday market. Alnwick offers a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat and there is plenty to see and do, with miles of golden sandy beaches, numerous castles and boat trips to the famous Farne Islands all available nearby. Altogether a superb location for exploring Northumberland and its stunning Heritage Coastline.

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Note: Starter pack for woodburning stove provided

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter