Poppy House
Poppy House is full of surprises; a seamless fusion of a period stone cottage with a contemporary conservatory and castellated tower complete with roof terrace.
The interior styling embraces the juxtaposition of old and new. Exposed stone walls, ancient beams and local antique pieces sit alongside Loaf sofas, Weaver Green rugs, Nkuku accessories and contemporary local artwork.
Downstairs there’s a cosy sitting room with wood burning stove and galley kitchen to one end. The bespoke conservatory provides an additional seating area and dining space whilst an adjacent corridor has been repurposed to become a small work / study area.
There are two bedrooms on the ground floor; a twin bedroom in the older part of the house and a double bedroom with a super king bed, along with a family bathroom.
The impressive stone spiral staircase leads up to the master bedroom complete with sunken super king size bed and glass panelled roof for enjoying Northumberland’s internationally-renowned dark skies from the comfort of your bed. An en suite shower room leads off the bedroom.
Climbing up the spiral staircase and out through a low roof hatch, takes you to the roof terrace with magnificent panoramic views across rolling countryside.
The house sits in an extensive lawned garden with a pretty stream running along one side. The roof terrace provides the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening drinks or star-gazing whilst there’s an outside dining area on the decked terrace accessed from the conservatory.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Open-plan living area comprising:
Sitting room with three-seater sofa and two armchairs, 39” Digital Smart TV and wood burning stove (with logs provided).
Galley kitchen with four-ring electric hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, washing machine and Nespresso coffee machine. Bar seating. (NB There is a large fridge / freezer in the outbuilding).
Conservatory with dining for eight guests, two-seater sofa, armchair, wood burning stove (with logs provided) and doors opening onto decked terrace.
Small office area with desk.
Bedroom one with 6’ super king size bed, built-in wardrobes and drawers, dressing table and 24" Digital Smart TV.
Bedroom two with twin 3’ beds, wardrobe, chest of drawers and 24" Digital Smart TV.
Wet room with walk-in shower, bath, basin and WC.
Stone spiral staircase to first floor.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom three with sunken 6' super king size bed. Glass roof above with electric blind. Fitted cupboards with hanging and drawers. 24" Digital Smart TV.
En suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Stone spiral staircase to roof terrace.
OUTSIDE
Poppy House sits in a large lawned garden which is partially enclosed. Please note that an unfenced stream runs through the garden and children must be supervised at all times. There is a decked terrace with garden furniture along with the roof terrace. Please note that the roof terrace is accessed through a very low door from the top of the spiral staircase and guests must take care. The roof terrace is not suitable for younger children.
A shed provides storage for bikes and outdoor kit.
Access is via a farm track which is suitable for all vehicles. There is designated private parking to the front of the property.
Location
The small village of Glanton is set in the rolling foothills of the Cheviots, with the Northumberland National Park less than five miles west as the crow flies, the historic city of Alnwick nine miles to the east, and the Northumberland coastline just a few miles further east. Thanks to its perch on Glanton Hill, the village affords sweeping views across the Vale of Whittingham, framed by the Cheviots to the north, Simonside to the south and the Otterburn Moors to the west.
A short 15-minute drive will bring you into Alnwick where you will find an excellent range of amenities and an eclectic mix of charming specialist shops. Here you can wander the cobbled streets and gift shops around the marketplace, or stop-off at one of the many quaint cafes across the area, including Bari Tea based in the Castle Quarter for a very lovely lunch or a decadent afternoon cream tea! Sit by the fire in the old station waiting room of Barter Books in Alnwick reading one of their thousands of second-hand books.
With the stunning Northumbrian coastline under half an hour east of Glanton, you could be enjoying the bay at Alnmouth or the pristine golden sands at Warkworth, which stretch as far as the eye can see. The harbour at Amble which looks out to Coquet Island is popular for walkers and families and is home to fish shacks, seafood eateries and pastel-coloured beach huts.
Amenities
- Allows babes in arms (up to 12 months)
- Allows children (1 - 16 years)
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyOne well behaved dog is welcome. Dogs must be kept out of the bedrooms and are not allowed on the furniture.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingThere is oil heating throughout the property and a wood-burning stove in both the sitting room and conservatory (with initial supply of logs provided).
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedMicrofibre hypoallergenic bedding and dressing gowns are also provided.
- Outside space
- StairgateThe property has a steep stone spiral staircase so a stairgate can be provided on request.
- Wi-FiThere is fibre broadband available. Mobile reception is patchy but generally improves outside.
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Important Information
The property has a steep, spiral stone staircase. There is an unfenced stream running through the garden children must be supervised at all times. The roof terrace is not suitable for younger children.
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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