The Gate House
A charming, Grade II listed period cottage with a pretty, fully enclosed garden with the River Tweed and the stunning beaches of the Northumberland coast on the doorstep and distant views of the Cheviot Hills.
Inside, the pretty interior is presented in contemporary cottage style with interesting antique items and original artworks alongside Farrow and Ball paint colours and designer linen fabrics. There’s a log fire (logs are provided), Wi-Fi, TV with Freeview and DVD player, games and books. The kitchen is compact but well equipped.
The two individually-styled bedrooms are beautifully presented with muted paint colours and bespoke linen curtains. To ensure a restful night’s sleep, good quality beds with pocket sprung memory foam mattresses are made up with high quality Egyptian cotton bed linen, feather and duck down duvets and pillows and toiletries are provided.
The Gate House sits in a pretty, fully-enclosed garden overlooking paddocks. There is a network of footpaths with excellent walks along the river. A particular highlight is the short walk to Scotland over the superb Union Bridge, the first of its type in the UK and the oldest of its type still in use, which links England and Scotland. From here one can explore the grounds of Paxton House or walk downstream all the way to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Upstream there’s a fabulous walk to the pretty village of Norham with some superb views along the way.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Sitting room and dining area with open fire with logs provided, TV with Freeview, DVD player and a selection of DVD's, local area books and board games. Dining table seats 4.
Compact but well-equipped kitchen with electric oven, 4 ring electric hob, fridge with icebox, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. The kitchen is fully equipped with good quality china and glasses, cookware and cookery books. Door to garden.
Bedroom one with 5’ king size bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers.
Bedroom two with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as required, wardrobe, chest of drawers and dressing table.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
OUTSIDE
The Gate House has a pretty, fully enclosed garden to the rear with outside seating area. There are footpaths down to the river with a network of excellent walks.
A large secure shed adjacent to the cottage is ideal for the storage of outdoor kit.
There is private parking for two cars adjacent to the cottage.
Location
At the most northerly tip of Northumberland lies Berwick-upon-Tweed. A walled town on the England-Scotland border with a turbulent past, it has been captured or sacked over a dozen times throughout history. Built to keep invading Scots from entering the town, a walk along these Elizabethan walls offers spectacular views across the River Tweed estuary and Berwick’s most famous landmark, The Royal Border Bridge. Fast trains between Edinburgh and London stop at Berwick-upon-Tweed, making it an ideal place for a coastal getaway without a car.
Artist L.S. Lowry was a huge fan of Berwick and there is a specially-curated Lowry Trail to explore, the town being home to a thriving arts and cultural scene. The area also has a rich food heritage and there is something to cater for all tastes and budgets, from fish and chips – best enjoyed on the promenade – to cosy pubs and cafés.
In addition to its fascinating history and Georgian architecture, the wider area boasts mile upon mile of fantastic beaches just made for lazy picnics and outdoor adventures. Spittal beach is popular with families, while the beautiful Cocklawburn, Goswick and Cheswick beaches all sit close by. The stunning sights at Bamburgh and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne are also both less than half an hour’s drive away.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo well-behaved dogs are welcome at the The Gate House. Owners are requested to dry their dogs before allowing them into the sitting room. Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingThe property has oil central heating in addition to the open fire in the lounge.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedFeather and duck down duvets and pillows are provided.
- Open fire/Woodburning stove
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available. There is adequate mobile coverage on most networks.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
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: 3pm
Departure time: 10am
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