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Our best cottages with games rooms

Never hear the cry of ‘I’m bored’ from your offspring at these Retreats where the many entertainment options will keep them occupied and leave you free to relax.

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An exceptional newcomer to the Craster holiday scene

The Arch is the kind of Retreat you’ll want to return to time and time again.

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Charles Rennie Mackintosh, art nouveau and The Lodge

In celebration of what would have been Scottish artist, architect and designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s 150th birthday on June 7, we spoke to the owner of

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Reading Northumberland: Books to devour before you visit

Transport yourself to the wildly beautiful scenes of Northumberland, from its castles to its coastline, through our recommended reading list of books all set in this wonderful part of the UK.

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Planning a staycation with a young baby in tow? How to make the most of a holiday as a new parent

Those first few months as a first-time parent are one of the best times to enjoy a break not too far from home.

The family behind The Bamburgh Coach House

Owners of The Bamburgh Coach House – The Jones family – reveal how they came up with its design and their favourite things to do in Northumberland.

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A Northumberland Easter staycation

The lowdown on some of Northumberland’s best destinations for a four-day Easter staycation Bamburgh

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Get the Tweedswood look

Tweedswood is a 200-year-old Borders cottage lovingly cared for by its owners, who have renovated it internally with appreciation for the building’s heritage, preserving original

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It’s not too late to book a Northumberland New Year getaway

With less than two months to go until New Year, you may think you’ve left it too late to plan a getaway. But with our custom-designed stays, there is still the chance to book a holiday for groups of up to 18.

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New to our collection: Seagrass near Bamburgh

Spectacular Bamburgh Castle and coast views from this cleverly-designed eco lodge

Sweet memories of The Old Paper Mill

The Old Paper Mill owner, Alison Mckeith on a very special guest

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Rainy day adventures

Classic British weather need not spoil your fun on a Retreats holiday. There are still lots of adventures to be had – you just need to know where to find them.