Mullins House
Welcome to the real Northumberland: peaceful, bumpy, beautiful, faintly wild and full of fascinating history.
Mullins House is the last of four handsome old terraced cottages on the Coquet Valley’s ancient Brinkburn Estate, where monks once lived. Named after a former gamekeeper, it has an attractive, creeper-lined exterior and looks just as pleasing on the eye indoors.
Through a porch you enter into its sitting room. The wide copper-coloured sofa here faces a Smart TV and log-burning stove, with stylish bubble mirrors decorating one wall and a rug atop buffed floorboards. There’s a dining table, too, and then you’ll find the homely kitchen and its cream-coloured cabinetry, two-stool breakfast bar – ideal for casual coffee chats – and array of built-in appliances: a dishwasher, a fridge-freezer, a microwave and so forth.
Two super-king-size bedrooms await upstairs, with either able to be set up with twin beds if you need. Each is en-suite – one bathroom has a bathtub; both have rainfall showers – and each has mirrors to amplify the sense of restful space. Please note that hanging space is provided on the landing, rather than inside either sleeping quarter.
Accessible from the side (handy for mucky dogs) and a real sun-trap, the house’s back garden includes outside seating to allow for al-fresco dinners. It’s also makes a great place to read and relax amidst the scent of lavender, take in the views over the neighbouring paddock, or stargaze with a hot chocolate to hand.
Brinkburn Priory is a two-minute drive or ten-minute walk away deeper inside the estate, secluded on a snaking, steep-sided bend of the River Coquet. Featuring distinctive witches’-hat towers, it was built in 1135 by Augustinian monks delighted at the seclusion of this wooded valley. Centuries later, the now-private residence was painted by Turner before seeing a gothic manor house added.
With the Priory now an English Heritage property, you’ll need to pay (or be a member) to enter and admire its stained-glass windows and William Hill organ. Around the wider, picturesque Brinkburn estate, there’s a designated spot for wild swimmers, and a gorgeous circular trail letting you walk along the Coquet. Access to that is offered by a meadow-crossing path from your rear garden.
Ready to explore further? Alnwick Castle and the pretty market town of Rothbury are close, while Coquetdale, the Coquet’s upper section, is a wonderfully wild expanse of open moorland and rocky outcrops extending into the Cheviot Hills and Northumberland National Park. You’re also within 15 miles of Alnmouth’s bay beach, close to Kielder Water and just an hour’s drive from Hadrian’s Wall.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, this property can be booked alongside the other three cottages in the row, Bel House (sleeps 4), Blakey House (sleeps 4), and Cuthbert House (sleeps 4). Blakey & Cuthbert House can also be booked as a single unit sleeping 8. A further two properties, The Stables (sleeps 8) and Priory Cottage (sleeps 2), are located 0.5 miles away on the Estate. The Stables & Priory Cottage can be booked as a single unit sleeping 10.
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Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Enter into porch then in to sitting room
Access from the front doorway into the porch.
Sitting room contains three-seater sofa and armchair, Smart TV, wood burning stove, dining table with seating for four guests, and coffee table. Ample tourist information is provided.
Utility cupboard in the hallway.
Kitchen contains slimline integrated dishwasher, 4-ring induction hob, electric fan oven, integrated fridge freezer, microwave, 4-slice toaster, kettle, cafetiere, and breakfast bar with two stools.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one can be configured as a super king size or twins with bedside tables and lamps, tall chest of drawers, and mirror.
En-suite bathroom with bath with shower attachment, separate shower with rainfall showerhead and additional attachment, heated towel rail, WC, and sink with mirror above.
Bedroom two can be configured as a super king size or twins with bedside tables and lamps, shelf and mirror on the wall.
En-suite shower room with rainfall shower head and additional attachment, WC, and basin with mirror above.
A z-bed suitable for a child is available on request at a fee (subject to availability) for guests who would like a different bed set-up, however, the number of guests cannot exceed the stated maximum.
OUTSIDE
A South and East facing lawned garden wraps around the side of the cottage. Outside dining table with seating for four guests.
Guests are welcome to explore the surrounding estate - the lovely river walk loop trail is a must.
Please note that, unlike the neighbouring cottage, Bel House does not have access from the garden to the field behind the cottages.
Location
The local village of Longframlington (2.8 miles) has a small convenience store and popular local butchers. The village also benefits from The Village Inn and The Granby Inn, both of which serve traditional pub food or head to Running Fox, a delightful artisan bakery coffee shop.
The attractive town of Rothbury is 4.5 miles away and is home to several independent shops, restaurants and pubs. It has an excellent butchers shop opposite the T-junction as you drive in or try Tulley Delicatessen for a great selection of cheeses.
Morpeth is 11.4 miles away and features a wider range of shops and eateries, including Turkish, Italian and Thai restaurants as well as a range of cosy tearooms. Larger supermarkets can be found in the market town for when you need to stock up on supplies.
You can also find some lovely characterful shopping in the village shops at Longhorsley and Belsay.
FISHING ON SITE
Salmon and trout fishing is available on the Brinkburn Estate. Guests must bring their own equipment including rods, flies and waders. A rod license must also be purchased. Please contact us for further details.
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 (£35 fee per dog).
- Fishing on siteRefer to Location tab for further information.
- HeatingCentral heating throughout the property. Wood burning stove in the sitting room.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Open fire/ Woodburning stoveInitial supply of logs provided, with extra supplies available to purchase on-site.
- Outside space
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available and is a good speed. Mobile coverage is poor in the cottage and surrounding estate but guests will be able to make Wi-Fi calls instead.
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Important Information
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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