Guests say
Harry's Den in Alnwick receives glowing praise for its excellent location near the castle and town centre, cosy and spotless interiors, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable furnishings, and peaceful atmosphere, with many highlighting the private courtyard as a delightful feature. Thoughtful touches and clear communication from the owners are frequently mentioned. While a few guests noted occasional noise from neighbouring properties and minor parking challenges, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a highly recommended retreat for couples exploring Northumberland.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, with guests describing the property as spotless, pristine, and very well maintained. Only positive remarks are made regarding the standard of cleanliness throughout the reviews.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving its proximity to Alnwick Castle, town centre, restaurants, and local attractions. The convenience for exploring Northumberland is a recurring theme.
Guests frequently mention the cottage's cosy, comfortable, and homely feel, with particular appreciation for the bed and lounge. A few minor comments about noise from neighbouring properties are noted but do not detract from the overall comfort.
The property is described as well-equipped, with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including a well-stocked kitchen, comfortable living spaces, and a lovely courtyard. Occasional mentions of compact bathroom size and parking challenges are present but are outweighed by positive feedback.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as spare chargers, milk in the fridge, detailed guest information, and, in some cases, gifts like wine or birthday cards. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, but the hosts' attention to detail and care are widely appreciated.
About this property
Harry’s Den is a one-bedroom, ground floor, Grade II listed apartment located in Bailiffgate in the historical town of Alnwick, overlooking the spectacular Alnwick Castle.. 5 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 43" Smart TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, French Doors Leading To Garden
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Enclosed garden with courtyard and garden furniture. Parking with permit for 1 car included. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps to the courtyard. No children.. Harry’s Den is newly refurbished but retains its traditional features. The property benefits from a recent full makeover using Farrow and Ball neutral colours and warm furnishings. The living room is spacious and boasts views overlooking the castle walls. The bedroom is a good size with lots of character, features an inglenook-style fireplace and has French doors leading onto the paved courtyard. The modern kitchen is well-equipped and overlooks the garden area. Harry’s Den benefits from a lovely south/west-facing, fully enclosed, private walled courtyard with pretty flowering shrubs.
French doors lead directly from the bedroom to this quaint, beautiful, sheltered area. There is a table on the patio with four chairs and a parasol. Two steps lead up to the raised courtyard, which is a perfect quiet space to read a book, enjoy a morning coffee, plan your day ahead or even al fresco dining. There is free on-street parking for guests using a permit, which will be provided for you.
The property is located only a minute’s walk from Alnwick Castle, and Harry’s Den is a superb place to stay for those wanting to experience this magical, historic castle, which has been the setting for many famous films/shows, including Robin Hood, Downton Abbey and Harry Potter! The bustling town of Alnwick offers a wide range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, a cinema, a theatre and a leisure centre. The beautiful city of Edinburgh is just an hour’s train journey away from Harry’s Den via Alnmouth train station.
There is also good access to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline with miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, picturesque harbour villages and castles of historic interest. The apartment is close to many picturesque walks and a 5-minute stroll to the Pastures park run. Alnwick has a bus station that is a short walk from Harry’s Den, and you could choose to have a car-free day and catch the local buses that connect Alnwick to the coast, villages and tourist attractions. Beach 5½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Free WiFi
No children or babies allowed.
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (41)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely apartment in an ideal position . Well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Even though positioned in the centre of Alnwick it was very quiet on a night.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely stay at Harry's Den. Short walk into Alnwick...cafes ...pubs....shops close by. Lovely cosy cottage.
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John Tromans
We had a lovely stay at Harry's Den. It's a comfortable and cosy place from which to explore the beautiful county of Northumberland. We explored the coastal villages and drove into the Cheviot Hills.We particularly enjoyed the garden space where we sat out for drinks almost every day in particularly good weather for September.There's loads of choice for eating out in Alnwick town although we mostly self catered in the well equipped little kitchen.Clare and Steve were welcoming and responsive.