Up North

ID: S1330507

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Up North cottage in Alnwick receives high praise for its central location, spacious and beautifully decorated interiors, and excellent cleanliness. Guests consistently mention the well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds, making it a great base for exploring the area. While parking is not on-site, free options are nearby. Some minor issues were noted, such as tricky gate access, outside maintenance, and occasional delays with cleaning, but these did not detract from an overall enjoyable stay. The property is highly recommended for families and groups seeking a comfortable and convenient holiday home.

Multiple reviews highlight the property as spotlessly clean and well presented, with only one mention of a delayed check-in due to cleaning. Overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.

The location is frequently described as excellent, central, and ideal for exploring Alnwick and Northumberland. Guests appreciate being close to shops, restaurants, and attractions.

Guests find the cottage spacious, comfortable, and well decorated, with good beds and a relaxing atmosphere. One guest found the beds a bit soft, but most feedback is very positive.

The cottage is praised for its well-equipped kitchen, modern amenities, and thoughtful touches like a spa bath and drying space. Minor issues include tricky gate access and outside maintenance, but overall facilities are highly rated.

There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful gestures in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.

About this property

Spacious, three storey property providing home from home accommodation for a family, couples or group of friends.. 2 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: 40" Freeview Smart TV

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)

Bathroom: Spa Bath, Toilet

Second Floor:

Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed.

Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Public car park free of charge nearby. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties. Steps in grounds.. Up North, as it is fondly named by its owners is a 3 storey Grade 11 listed townhouse, tucked away just behind the high street in Alnwick. Perfectly located to get out and about on foot with convenient access to all shops / various supermarkets, bars and restaurants. The property boasts generous and comfortable accommodation and is perfect for a group of friends or family gathering.

On the ground floor, a welcoming, well equipped kitchen has everything you need for your stay with the added perk of a Tassimo coffee machine for your early morning coffee. A large extendable dining table makes a great place to enjoy brunch or supper or spread out your walking maps to plan your adventures. The living room is spacious with a large comfortable sofa and Smart TV. The first floor boosts a large bedroom with a zip and link super kingsize bed, which can be changed to two single beds on request at the time of booking. The luxurious bathroom has an amazing double ended Spa bath complete with mood lighting and is the perfect relaxing treat. The second floor has a king size bedroom with en-suite shower room, and the third bedroom has a comfortable double bed.

The centre of Alnwick is literally a few steps away, and enjoys an array of facilities including a weekly market in the market square (Thursday and Saturday), cinema/playhouse, restaurants, independent shops, and variety of pubs. It is within short walking distance of Alnwick Castle, the Alnwick Gardens with its extraordinary Treehouse Restaurant, and Barter Books, a large second-hand bookshop located within an ornate Victorian railway station. Also nearby is the Alnwick Playhouse: a restored 1930s cinema, which incorporates a theatre and music venue, with a charming bar and café. Alnwick bus station is a 3-minute walk from the property, with buses serving the coast of Northumberland, including Alnmouth, Craster and Bamburgh, and travelling as far north as Berwick-upon-Tweed, and south as far as Newcastle. Alnmouth train station is just a 10-minute drive from Alnwick and provides a regular service to and from Newcastle and Edinburgh.

Northumberland is very popular for walking and cycling holidays and is also famous for its historical sites and wildlife. Up North is an excellent choice for those seeking family size accommodation within the attractive, popular town of Alnwick giving easy access to explore the beautiful 20 mile stretch of Heritage coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the east, and the wild and lonely expanses of the heather-capped Cheviot Hills to the west, with several beaches within 20 minutes’ drive away. Beach 5 miles.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

There are large gaps between banister spindles.

There are steps within the property.

Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.

No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.

Nearby points of interest

  • Bamburgh Castle

Reviews (17)

  • Pam Hurst

    We loved staying at Up North. The cottage is in a great location where all the amenities and attractions of Alnwick are just a walk away. Parking arrangements worried us before we got there but there are plenty of free long stay car parks, we used the one at the top of Pickwick Lane. The Market Tavern across the road is terrific. The only thing we couldn’t find was a shaver plug for my husband’s razor, but we bought an adapter easily.

  • Confirmed Guest

    Lovely short stay. The cottage is in an excellent location and was very easy to access. It is well equipped and comfortable. A great base for a holiday in Northumbria.

  • David

    Check in was delayed because of problem with cleaners. Location great for sightseeing in Alnwick area. Supermarket nearby. Daytime parking time limited. Well equipped but only one bin bag.

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