The Lookout

About this property

This outstanding spacious cottage, built around the 1740-50s by the Admiralty as a lookout point to view the sea traffic before the pier and lighthouse were built in the 1800s, boasts stunning views over the estuary, the town of Berwick and out to the North Sea, and is set on the other side of the River Tweed to Berwick-upon-Tweed. As well as offering historical maritime interest, The Lookout is a lovely two bedroom cottage that is ideal for couples and families who love a sea view thanks to its elevated position, giving clear and unfettered views out across the River Tweed estuary and out to the open sea.

A large flock of mute swans live on the estuary and otters have made a comeback to the river, while from the cottage it is possible to watch the varied water birds. Offering superb, comfortably rustic accommodation, with all rooms pleasingly and well-proportioned and fabulous views from all rooms, The Lookout has a charming sitting room with large sofas, antique maps and prints and a flat screen TV and a large well-equipped kitchen/diner, both rooms benefiting from a multi-fuel stove, both set in large inglenook fireplaces. The kitchen is the heart of the cottage, with a Belfast sink, a quarry tiled floor and colourful rugs, an ideal place for you to gather round and enjoy some tasty family meals.

Old iron ship nails are still embedded in the beams and both rooms downstairs have exposed wooden beams which add to the character of the cottage. Upstairs the larger double bedroom, with two windows, has a super king-size bed, that can be turned into a twin room has a fitted wardrobe with shelves. The second bedroom has a double bed and an antique carved double-size wardrobe with plenty of room for clothing. The family bathroom is in the centre of the two bedrooms and has a full-length bath with a power shower over it. The garden to the front of the cottage has attractive garden furniture and is an ideal place to sit out on the lawn and take in the glorious views of the sea and the town of Berwick.

There is a lawn, a colourful flower bed and a small terrace in front of the house, allowing guests to take their breakfast in the morning and watch the rise of the sun over the sea's horizon. A small barbecue is at the end of the cottage. Bicycles can be stored in a shed at the end of the cottage. The views at night with the twinkling lights of the town and moonlight reflected on the water are truly lovely. A 10 minute walk brings you to Spittal Beach, at just under a mile in length, with glorious golden sands and an Art Deco amusement pavilion that is open for snacks for many months of the year.

Golden, unspoilt beaches, for which Northumberland is famous for, are only a 15 minute car journey away. A short 15 minute walk will take you to the centre of Berwick-upon-Tweed, across the medieval bridge, with its Elizabethan fortified walls, where you will find magnificent coastal views and easy access to the town beach. Why not take some time to soak up the atmosphere of Berwick’s turbulent history, or take a walk to discover the magnificent border bridge, bustling shops, restaurants, pubs and cafés? Steeped in history, the battlefields of Flodden and Halidon Hill are just a short drive away, as are the many castles and golden beaches of the Heritage Coast.

Lindisfarne and Holy Island are just 10 miles down the coast and quickly reached by car. If you fancy leaving the car behind, the East Coast mainline trains run a fast, frequent service, 50 minutes up to Edinburgh, the world-class culturally rich city and a slightly shorter journey down to bustling Newcastle upon Tyne. An ideal cottage for that long awaited coastal break.

Berwick is England’s most northerly town and changed hands 13 times whilst the English and the Scots fought for control of the Borders! Nowadays this small coastal town retains much of its charm, with quaint narrow streets enclosed within great Elizabethan walls - walks along these offer spectacular views over the coast and river estuary.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x double.

Bathroom with bath, power shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen with dining area, walk-in pantry and multi-fuel stove.

Sitting room with multi-fuel stove.

Gas central heating with multi-fuel stoves.

Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, 1 x TV with Freeview, radio, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stoves included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off road parking for one car on a first come first served basis.

Front patio with furniture and BBQ on request.

Bike storage.

Sorry, no smoking and no pets allowed.

Shop and pub 5 mins walk (0.5 miles).

Beach 10 mins walk.

Note: No children under 10 for insurance purposes.

Note: Access to the property is via a shared access pathway.

There is a series of gradual low steps (11 in all) going past the front of the neighbour's house with a continuous hand rail to the gate of The Lookout.

Please note: this property has a good house keeping bond of £100.

Please note: the minimum stay at this property is 3 nights; any shorter bookings will be cancelled.