The Gallery
A charming, two-bedroom cottage ideally positioned to enjoy the best of coast and country.
Located in the hamlet of Lesbury, with riverside walks on your doorstep, The Gallery sits between historic Alnwick Market Town and the golden sands of the Northumberland coastline.
Approached up the winding front path, this traditional stone cottage is simply packed with character. The open-plan living space with its soft grey walls, large profile floor titles and tactile furnishings welcomes you inside and sets the tone for the warm and inviting ambience that flows throughout. With seating and dining areas and a sleek brown Shaker-style kitchen with a breakfast bar, this open-plan space has been designed to feel relaxed and social. It’s a place to cook and dine together before curling up on a sofa in front of the log-burning stove.
The sitting area is centred around the striking inglenook stone fireplace, around which rich chestnut leather sofas are positioned – this is the ideal spot for an evening glass of wine while dinner is being rustled up in the corner. To one side, patio doors open into the front garden, creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor flow.
In the ground floor bedroom, elegant grey tones and warm timber finishes create a soothing atmosphere in which to drift off in on the king-size bed. With a door that leads directly to the parking area at the rear of the cottage – as well as its own marble-titled bathroom with rainfall shower and underfloor heating – this bedroom suite is ideal for guests of limited mobility.
Wind your way upstairs, past the picture gallery and the small study area – perfect if you need a dedicated space to catch up on emails – on the landing. Featuring local artwork from seascape and sketches of marine life, many of the pieces throughout The Gallery come from The Old School Gallery in the neighbouring village of Alnmouth, which is within walking distance of the cottage, in case you’d like to find an artwork to take home.
With its dramatic vaulted roof space featuring timber beams and super-king bed edged with a snuggly sheepskin rug to keep your toes cosy as you hop in and out of bed, the master bedroom offers a luxurious haven. Double doors open into a spacious en-suite bathroom where you’ll find a wet room-style rainfall shower and a deep, freestanding contemporary tub – perfect for soaking in after a day spent exploring.
Ideally placed for visiting Northumberland’s quaint villages and wealth of historic sites, including nearby Warkworth Castle and the bustling town of Alnwick you won’t be short of things to do if you want to adventure from the house. With it being so close to the coastline to, there are wonderful coastal walks and expansive beaches just waiting to be discovered too – all of which are dog-friendly all year round, so you can enjoy them with your four-legged friend whenever you decide to visit.
The cosy, country pub The Coach Inn is just a short stroll from the cottage in the centre of Lesbury – a great spot for a relaxing drink or hearty pub meal after a beach walk or country hike (Open Wednesday – Sunday).
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, this property can be booked alongside Coach House, sleeping 6, Miller's Cottage, sleeping 2, Lesbury House Lodge, sleeping 2, and Bowls Cottage, sleeping 6. The properties are a short distance from each other. Miller's Cottage, Coach House and Lesbury House Lodge all sit in close proximity, with The Gallery sitting on the opposite side of the road and Bowls Cottage sitting a few hundred yards along the road.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Rear access door directly into the open plan living space comprising:
Sitting room with two-seater sofa, a large three-seater sofa, armchair, coffee table, large wood burner set in a pretty stone inglenook, side cabinet containing board games, and Smart TV (Netflix account not provided – guests need to log in to their own account). Patio doors lead from the living area to the front garden.
Dining area with round dining table and four chairs.
Kitchen containing breakfast bar with two stools, 4-ring gas hob, electric fan oven, built in microwave, 4-slice toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, integrated fridge and freezer, and integrated dishwasher.
Separate utility room in the porch at the front of the cottage containing washer/dryer combi, Belfast sink. Front access door to front patio and garden.
Bedroom one, accessed by one step up from the living area, with king size bed, bedside tables and lamps, chest of drawers, hanging hooks, and wall-mounted Smart TV. There is an access door from this bedroom out to the rear of the cottage, handy for unloading luggage.
En-suite shower room containing shower with rainforest shower head and additional shower attachment, basin with illuminated mirror above, WC, and heated towel rail.
FIRST FLOOR
First floor landing with chair and writing table.
Bedroom two master bedroom with super king size bed, bedside tables and lamps, bedroom bench, chest of drawers, hanging rail and coat hangers in the alcove, shelves with books, two armchairs, and side tables.
En-suite bathroom with large freestanding soaking bath, separate shower with rainforest shower head and additional attachment, two basins each with an illuminated mirror above, WC, and two heated towel rails.
OUTSIDE
Pretty enclosed garden to the front of the property surrounded by an attractive shrub border. Comprising of a stone and gravel patio with outdoor furniture and lawned garden separated by hedge and archway, providing privacy on the patio from the roadside. A small front gate in the lawned garden provides access to the public pathway through the village.
There is dedicated parking for two cars at the rear of the property. Please note, this parking area forms part of an access lane to other neighbouring properties and cars must be parked close to the wall.
Location
Sitting on the banks of the River Aln in the picturesque hamlet of Lesbury, there is a village shop for essential provisions, and a gentle five minute stroll from the property will take guests to The Coach Inn – a great spot for a relaxing drink or hearty pub meal (Open Wednesday – Sunday).
The property is incredibly well placed, sitting just off the main A1 which runs right through the Northumberland coast. The nearby railway station at Alnmouth (0.5 miles) is on the main East Coast rail line, providing easy access from Edinburgh and the North, or from Newcastle and beyond from the South. Pick-ups can be arranged from the train station if required.
Guests will find a more extensive range of amenities in the coastal villages of Alnmouth (1.5 miles) and Warkworth (4.3 miles) which have plenty of restaurants, galleries, pubs, coffee shops and gift shops to choose from, all set amidst stunning surroundings.
Alternatively, a little further inland you will find an excellent range of amenities in nearby Alnwick (4 miles), home to the fantastic Alnwick Castle and Gardens and an eclectic mix of charming specialist shops where 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 for a decadent cake and freshly roasted coffee.
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 at the property (£25 fee per dog). Dogs must be kept to the downstairs area of the property and are not permitted on the furniture. We would ask that dogs sleep in the utility room. Crates can be provided on request.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerA hairdryer is supplied in each bedroom.
- HeatingCentral heating throughout the property (thermostatically controlled), with underfloor heating in ground floor en-suite shower room. There is a wood burner in the sitting room/open plan living area.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Open fire/ Woodburning stoveInitial basket of logs supplied. Additional logs can be purchased from the owners directly.
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available. There is good mobile coverage on most networks.
All Amenities
Important Information
This is a semi-detached property which sits within the village of Lesbury. There is a row of cottages and an access lane to neighbouring properties sitting to the rear of the cottage.
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
Accessibility
Getting availability
Things to See & Do
Explore our map of recommended things to see and do in our regions and discover the best ways to spend your stay with us. Select the filters below to highlight everything from restaurants to local events, so you can start building an exciting itinerary around your holiday home with the support of our in-depth local knowledge.
Plan Your Trip
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Boutique Shops
Food & Drink
Health & Wellbeing
Experiences
Inspired by the wealth of brilliant activities on offer in the North of England and the South of Scotland, we offer an exciting collection of experiences for you to enjoy while holidaying with us. From snorkelling with seals around the Farne Islands to barefoot pilgrimages to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, each experience has been drawn from our in-depth local knowledge and is exclusive to C&C guests.
Find out moreServices
With numerous additions to make your stay extra special, from doorstep deliveries of regional hampers and fine wines to daily housekeeping, the arrangement of dog sitters, and the organisation of chefs for special occasions, we have all the finest contacts to help make your stay smooth and enjoyable.
Find out more
