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The Perfect Romantic Weekend

Let us help you plan the perfect romantic weekend in Northumberland. From dining to relaxing – we’ve got it covered. Choosing a romantic retreat

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A ‘glass half full’ stay at The Old Ale House

Experience what it is like to stay exclusively in your own country pub at this former 18th century ale house just a short walk from the popular coastal village of Craster and new to our collection for the 2016 summer season.

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Celebrate in style at Tughall Steads

The former coastal farm steading of Tughall Steads, nestled between Newton and Beadnell, has played host to numerous celebrations from wedding gatherings to milestone birthdays and anniversaries.

A Short Break at Driftwood

Friday evening My son is an impatient traveller. Seconds into any journey his six-year-old brain decides we have been going too long and he comes out with the wearing and familiar phrase ‘How long til we get there?’.

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Visiting, Eating and Enjoying in Amble

We have two Retreats – Quayside and The Nelson – in the coastal village of Amble.

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Press Focus: Nook End

Family Traveller calls Nook End a ‘countryside meets coastal idyll’ in its May/June issue.

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Girls Guide to Northumberland

Planning a weekend break with friends? Then look no further than the Northumberland coast.

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Smuggler’s Hide Makeover

An unexpected edge of purple in the dining area has transformed Smuggler’s Hide into a bright, new, bold coastal cottage.

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Romantic Northumberland

10 reasons why our Northumberland cottages should be your choice for a Valentine’s weekend break 1.

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Press Focus: Tweedswood

Scottish Wedding Directory Magazine say you’ll never want to leave Tweedswood in their winter issue.

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Guest Blog – The Ocean Club

The Ocean Club in Seahouses is a private members club where you can swim, enjoy spa treatments or fitness classes and relax in its coffee shop.

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Our new Bamburgh Escapes: Mr & Mrs Smith’s and Bamburgh Five

The spectacular landscape of Bamburgh, with its glorious white sandy beach and majestic castle, awaits you at both of our new Retreats. Mr and Mrs Smith’s is charming and