Marine House Cottage
With its tranquil sandy beach, bounty of local birds and wildlife, and picturesque cluster of pastel-painted houses, Alnmouth is a deservedly popular spot on the Northumberland coast. Ideally placed on Marine Road, which winds along the coast on the eastern side of Alnmouth, Marine House Cottage is just paces from the sea and within five minutes’ walk from the village’s pubs and restaurants.
This stone cottage oozes seaside chic with its subtle nautically inspired interiors, sleek white kitchen and quirky vintage railway signs from Alnmouth and Alnwick. Soak up unbroken views over Alnmouth Village Golf Course and beyond, to the glorious white sand beach and glittering sea, from the kitchen and one of the cottage’s two timber-clad bedrooms. For the best views in the house, grab a glass of something special and head to the roof-top patio – a sheltered sun trap, the spacious terrace affords sweeping sea views.
When you’re not enjoying the sandy beach on your doorstep or picking up artwork created by local artists in the nearby Old School Gallery, you can enjoy some of Alnmouth’s popular annual events, such as the summer Arts Festival and October beer festival. Keen golfers will not only have Alnmouth Village Golf Course within putting range but are likely to have Alnmouth Golf Club in their sights - established in 1869, it’s England’s fourth oldest golf club and boasts spectacular views over Foxton Bay to Coquet Island and the North Sea.
Just slightly further afield, the historic town of Alnwick lies five miles inland from Alnmouth, offering a selection of pubs, restaurants, local shops and a regular farmer's market in addition to the majestic Alnwick Castle. Home to the Percy family for over 700 years, the Castle is perhaps best known for its starring role as Hogwarts School in the Harry Potter films while the award-winning Alnwick Garden features the famous Treehouse and Poison Garden, including recently opened Lilidorei.
For those looking to accommodate one or two extra guests, The Upper Deck is a studio apartment on the first level terrace, adjacent to Marine House Cottage, that works particularly well for extended family and friends, or those who are eager to retain some of their own space and independence.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Shared courtyard access. Enter into an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space.
Sitting room with three seater-sofa, two-seater sofa, two armchairs, coffee table, electric fire, 50” wall-mounted Smart TV, selection of books. Dining space with seating for four guests.
The kitchen has a central island with gas hob and electric oven, two bar stools, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine.
A washing machine, tumble dryer, iron/ironing board, and a fridge/freezer are available in the garage in the courtyard – please note this is shared with The Upper Deck (sleeps 2) which sits on the first level above Marine House Cottage.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one benefits from fantastic sea views. With king size bed, side tables, dressing table, armchair, two small chests of drawers, and a Smart wall-mounted TV.
En-suite bathroom with shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with fixed twin beds, side tables, dressing table with drawers either side, wall hanging hooks for clothes, and a Smart TV.
Family bathroom with large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
External stone steps off the access courtyard (30 in total) lead to the garden terrace with outdoor seating and views over the golf course and coast. There is a handrail but please note the steps are steep. There is secure outside storage for golf clubs, bikes and outdoor gear(shared with The Upper Deck) in the garage directly off the shared front courtyard.
Shared courtyard access with off-street parking for one car directly off the main access door to Marine House Cottage. The courtyard is shared with a neighbouring property, and is the access stair to The Upper Deck. There is otherwise on-street parking on Marine Road, however, it should be noted that Alnmouth is a popular visitor destination, and it may not be possible to park directly outside the cottage, particularly during key holiday periods.
Location
There is plenty on offer to guests at the pretty coastal village of Alnmouth. Essential provisions can be picked up from the village store and post office on the main street, while Scott’s of Alnmouth is a wonderful deli with delicious treats and a fabulous selection of local bread and cheeses. Tasty pub lunches can be found at the popular Red Lion Inn which also provides superb views over the estuary from the raised deck in the beer garden. Further dining options are available at The Whittling House which offers a range of locally sourced and seasonal dishes. Or call in at The Hope and Anchor, where you can enjoy a drink at the bar, or a traditional wood-fired pizza in their restaurant.
For guests who have an interest in the arts, there is The Old School Gallery. The gallery has a wonderful collection of original paintings and limited edition prints, many of which are by local artists.
A variety of independent shops and restaurants, including some fabulous fish restaurants, can be found in the nearby village of Warkworth (4.5 miles) and the harbour town of Amble (6.1 miles). Amble has the added benefit of a Tesco Express store as well as the delightful Harbour Village which consists of 15 small retail pods with a range of fabulous goodies from crafts and jewellery to food and drink.
The historic town of Alnwick is just 4.7 miles west, offering a good selection of pubs, restaurants, local shops and a farmer's market.
If you feel a trip to the coast isn’t complete without enjoying good local seafood, then you’ve come to the right place. The Jolly Fisherman at the pretty nearby village of Craster is renowned for its smoked kippers and The Potted Lobster is a must if you visit Bamburgh. At Low Newton you will find the delightful Ship Inn at Low Newton, famous for its seafood and microbrewery.
Marine House Cottage has the added benefit of having a railway station just over 1 mile from the door, giving easy access to the main East Coast rail line. Ideal for guests who would like a day exploring the cities of Edinburgh to the north or Newcastle to the south.
Amenities
- Allows babes in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyOne well-behaved dog is welcome. Dogs should be clean and dry before access into the property and otherwise kept out of the bedrooms and off the furniture.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is available in both bedrooms.
- HeatingThere is gas central heating throughout, with an electric fire in the sitting room.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a beach (under 1 mile)
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available. Mobile coverage is good on most networks.
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Important Information
The property sits within the town of Alnmouth and has residential properties to the side and overlooking the raised terrace. Please note the access courtyard area is shared.
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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