Garden Cottage
With a tranquil location on an organic farm in the middle of the 2,500 acre Fallodon Estate, and within easy reach of Alnwick and Bamburgh, this charming one bedroom cottage offers an ideal base for exploring Northumberland’s dramatic coastline. Positioned alongside a historic water mill, you can simply switch off from the bustle of life and embrace this rural escape.
As soon as you arrive at Garden Cottage, you’ll note the attention to detail and the inspired design touches that flow throughout this interior. The open-plan living space forms the heart of this beautiful cottage and is generously proportioned, with plenty of room to enjoy cooking and dining together before curling up in front of the wood-burning stove to watch a movie. Sliding doors open onto the patio, where you’ll find garden furniture for al fresco meals, with a step leading to the fenced garden beyond, and this creates a lovely indoor-outdoor flow of space on warmer days.
The kitchen features Shaker-style cabinetry in a dove grey hue, with marbled worktops, complemented by oak dining furniture for a classic-contemporary look. Colourful rugs and patterned textiles and lampshades add pops of colour and personality to this open-plan space, alongside understated neutrals in the furniture. The wood-burner offers a cosy focal point alongside the relaxed seating, while the ceiling-height bookcase is filled with titles to browse, so you can light the stove (logs are provided from wood felled on the Fallodon estate) and curl up with a book if the weather shifts.
Indeed this interior has been designed with outdoor adventures in mind as the large hallway offers storage space to offload boots and coats, and it’s also the perfect spot to wipe down any canine companions – two dogs are welcome here.
Accessed from the living space, the bedroom features an elegant upholstered bed, and the warm, neutral colour palette is punctuated by sophisticated textiles, accessories and artworks, creating a sumptuous haven. The bathroom echoes this aesthetic and features a separate bath and a large walk-in shower, with geometric tiling adding a contemporary edge.
Both the heating and the hot water are provided by the biomass boiler that’s fuelled by woodchip harvested from the surrounding estate – a wonderful sustainable touch in this thoughtfully designed cottage. With spectacular beaches on the doorstep and coastal paths to explore, along with a wealth of historic sites, this is a place to unwind and recharge while discovering the beauty of this area.
There is informal fishing available on the lake which is stocked with trout and is ideal for family and friends who wish to dabble. There are also wild brown trout in the burn. It is on a catch-and-release basis and there is no charge.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, there are seven other properties on the same estate - Mill Race sleeping 4, Brunton Burn sleeping 2, Brunton Granary sleeping 8, Brunton Lake sleeping 4, Swallow Dean sleeping 2, Long Byre sleeping 2, Brunton House sleeping 16, and Stable Cottage sleeping 6. Long Byre, Swallow Dean, Brunton Lake, Brunton Burn and Mill Race cottages form part of a renovated farm steading in that order going clockwise around the courtyard. Brunton Granary adjoins Brunton Burn at the rear. Garden Cottage sits close to the steading while Brunton House and Stable Cottage sit on the opposite side of the burn. A map of the estate can be provided upon request.
Special Offers
Up to 15% discount for holidays taken between 02 Jan 2025 and 06 Mar 2025 maximum of 21 nights
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance into warm, spacious hallway with freezer and washer/dryer combi. This area is handy for dogs to sleep in and dry off after a walk before entering the main living area.
Open-plan kitchen, dining and living space.
Kitchen contains electric fan oven, 4-ring hob, microwave, and integrated dishwasher and under-counter fridge.
Dining area with dining table and four chairs.
Sitting room with two-seater sofa, armchair, side tables and lamps, Clearview wood burner, book shelf with a large selection of books, and wall-mounted Smart TV. The room is styled with lovely fabric prints and artwork. Sliding patio doors lead out to an enclosed patio and garden area.
Bedroom containing super king size bed which can be configured as twins upon request, with bedside tables and lamps, dressing table with chair, ample storage and hanging space, and Smart TV.
Bathroom containing bath and separate walk-in shower, WC and basin.
OUTSIDE
Small patio area directly outside the sliding doors, with steps up onto a fully enclosed lawn. Seating is provided on the sheltered patio. Guests are welcome to walk and enjoy the wider estate during their stay.
Ample parking is available in the main car park opposite the property.
Location
There’s no shortage of places to eat in the area, with everything from cosy pubs to comfy cafes, not forgetting some of the best fish and chips of course!
The hugely popular Ship Inn at Low Newton (3 miles) is renowned for great seafood lunches and its microbrewery, or try the Joiners Arms in nearby Newton By The Sea. Follow the coastal trail to sample delicious crab sandwiches at the highly regarded Jolly Fisherman at Craster (6 miles) or call in at Robson’s Smokehouse, home of the famous Craster kippers as well as a wonderful selection of smoked delicacies, fresh fish, shellfish, cheeses and other delicious local produce from the Northumberland heartlands.
For evening dining, try the Potted Lobster at Bamburgh which has a fantastic reputation for producing exceptional seasonal dishes using the very best produce the area has to offer, while fans of the traditional British takeaway should head to Pinnacles in Seahouses (7 miles).
A little further afield, you will find a greater range of amenities in nearby Alnwick (9 miles) with an eclectic selection of specialist shops, including a deli, bakery, award-winning butcher’s, charming coffee and gift shops, as well as a number of large supermarkets for holiday provisions.
FISHING ON SITE
There is informal fishing available on the lake which is stocked with trout and is ideal for family and friends who wish to dabble. There are also wild brown trout in the burn. It is on a catch-and-release basis and there is no charge.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo dogs are welcome. Dogs should be kept to the uncarpeted living areas of the property and are not allowed in the bedrooms or on the furniture. There is a large enclosed garden to the rear of the property.
- EV chargingRefer to Important Information for further details.
- Enclosed garden
- HeatingGarden Cottage has biomass central heating in addition to the log burner.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Open fire/ Woodburning stoveAn unlimited supply of logs from the estate is provided.
- Outside space
- Wi-FiFull fibre leased line broadband connection provides all properties with Wi-Fi connectivity. Mobile coverage is good on most networks.
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Important Information
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property, however, EV charging is available to purchase in the car parking area. Guests will need to download the ProjectEV Pro app from either the Apple store or Google play to use these facilities, there are QR codes on the chargers to assist with this. To discover other electric vehicle charging points nearby, click here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 9.30am
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