Porter Cottage

Alnwick

4.68

(19 Reviews)

6 guests

3 bedrooms

4 beds

2 bathrooms

Property Overview

Porter Cottage is a delightful, three-bedroom holiday let in the bustling town of Alnwick. Thoughtfully designed and decorated, you’ll find modern features throughout this stunningly renovated property. Enjoy a short stroll to Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Gardens and Lilidorei, or visit the array of places to eat, drink and shop in the historic town centre. Spacious throughout, Porter Cottage benefits from a living room, kitchen diner, family bathroom, and private courtyard.

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Property Details

The Space
Porter Cottage is a truly special stay in the heart of Alnwick. Offering a spacious living room, kitchen, diner, three bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a private patio area, you’ll be treated to a truly spectacular holiday home with plenty of perks.

Head to the living room and you’ll find a homely space. Benefiting from a tall window which floods the room with light, the space is bright and welcoming. The perfect place to retreat to after a day exploring Alnwick and Northumberland, you can relax on the sofas or in the armchair and turn on the TV to enjoy Freeview.

Fully equipped for self-catering stays, the kitchen in Porter Cottage has everything you could need to prepare home cooked meals. Ultra stylish, the kitchen features cream cabinets and crisp white walls. Modern appliances and amenities include an oven, hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, and dishwasher, along with a washing machine in the the adjoining utility room.

Also sharing the kitchen space is the dining area which features a light wood dining table and six chairs to ensure all guests are catered for.

Head upstairs to the first floor and you’ll find three bedrooms and the family bathroom.

The master bedroom benefits from a king-size bed, hanging space, a chest of drawers and an ensuite. Ideal for children and teenagers, the second bedroom is a twin, while a comfortable king-size bed, bedside table and lamp complete the third bedroom.

Modern and well equipped, the family bathroom benefits from a large walk-in shower as well as a WC and basin.

Outside you’ll find a small, private courtyard area. A real treat in the heart of Alnwick, you can relax outside in the sunshine during your stay and make the most of the outdoor furniture provided.

Neighborhood
Alnwick, a charming market town nestled in the picturesque county of Northumberland, is a place where history and natural beauty merge seamlessly. With its roots dating back to Roman times, Alnwick has a rich and storied past that is still very much alive today.

The town is perhaps best known for its stunning Alnwick Castle, a majestic medieval fortress that has stood for over a thousand years. This iconic landmark has played a significant role in both British history and pop culture, serving as a filming location for movies and television series, including the beloved Harry Potter films. Its beautifully manicured gardens, known as the Alnwick Garden, are equally enchanting, featuring ornate fountains, an enchanting treehouse restaurant, and a fascinating poison garden filled with deadly plants.

Alnwick's historic town centre is a delightful mix of cobbled streets, charming shops, and traditional pubs. It exudes an inviting atmosphere that beckons visitors to explore its nooks and crannies. The town's market square is a hub of activity, hosting a weekly market where locals and tourists alike can browse an array of goods, from fresh produce to artisan crafts.

Nature enthusiasts will find Alnwick's surroundings equally captivating. The nearby Northumberland National Park offers miles of unspoiled wilderness, ideal for hiking and outdoor adventures. Alnwick is also a gateway to the stunning Northumberland coastline, featuring sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, and the Farne Islands, a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Getting Around
The closest train station to Alnwick is in Alnmouth, only 4 miles away. From here, there are direct routes to Edinburgh, London, Newcastle and Plymouth.

Alnwick has great bus routes to surrounding areas including Ashington, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Morpeth, Newcastle, Seahouses and Wooler.

The nearest airport is Newcastle International, 42 miles away from Alnwick.

  • Pets allowed
  • Suitable for children (2-12 years)
  • Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
  • Free parking on street
  • Smoke detector
  • Family/kid friendly
  • Bathtub
  • TV
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Garden or backyard
  • Heating
  • High chair
  • Iron
  • Kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Private entrance
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Washer
  • Bed linens
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Cookware
  • Enhanced cleaning practices
  • Essentials
  • First aid kit
  • High touch surfaces disinfected
  • Hot water
  • Towels provided
  • Town
  • Coffee maker
  • Hair dryer
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shampoo
  • Wireless Internet

Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Porter Cottage are accessed via a key safe box, and full details will be provided prior to check in.

Free on-street parking is available nearby on a first come, first served basis. No permit is required.

Up to two well-behaved, house-trained dogs are welcome to stay at Porter Cottage per reservation.

Please note that the log burner in the living room is for decorative purposes only.

Check-in: 16:00

Checkout: 10:00

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Guest Reviews

4.68

(19 Reviews)

Julia

14/11/2024

Marsha

03/11/2024

It was cosy. The kitchen was well equipped so we could cook family meals.

Hannah

13/10/2024

Lovely spacious house that matched the photos. Modern. Clean. Comfy. Great location and comfy beds.

Kirsty

02/10/2024

Lovely property, modern and clean The property was cold. Was a sign saying do not touch the boiler as heating set to come in every day . Never came on in the evening. Supposed to be a hive system so maybe being controlled by the owner but we were freezing and instead put the wood burner on. In the handbook said there was a thermostat in the kitchen but there wasn’t .

Catherine

25/09/2024

Great place to stay with plenty of space, clean and warm. Would stay there again

Kim

22/09/2024

Porter's Cottage was a perfect choice for a long weekend, the cottage was exactly as described and Host & Stay communicated very clearly about everything from check-in, to amenities and check-out. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to stay in the area.

Samantha

16/09/2024

Excellent stay, spacious home, perfect for a short getaway.

Joanne

15/09/2024

The location was great for exploring Alnwick and Coast. Plenty of room in cottage. Parking was easy. Kitchen and utility well equipped. Lacking a bit of storage in second bedroom. Shower room could get a bit damp if many using it, would be better to have a shower in main bedroom en suite too.

Roger

13/09/2024

First impressions: a very welcoming. extremely clean and tidy place - once we had managed to get in. That was the only drawback, the instructions were for a different type of key safe and this one, although obvious in operation, was very reluctant to open. Excellent facilities; well equipped spacious kitchen with good quality equipment; and a large comfortable lounge Great to see the eco influence. Quiet area, easily walkable into town and to local transport Very comprehensive guide; which gives instructions for using the Hive thermostat - if you enjoy a treasure hunt try to find it (them). Good communication from Host & Stay and very quick responses to any query. Overall excellent and much recommended.

Andrea

29/08/2024

Lovely, little cottage. Clean and well presented. Perfect location in Alnwick with easy access to A1.

Caroline

26/08/2024

Porter Cottage is well presented with new and good quality furniture, bathroom and kitchen fittings. It is well equipped and very clean. The location suited us too with easy parking and close to local shops for essentials. Could benefit from a bit more local character and extra finishing touches such as local pictures on the walls. Also more than 1 dishwasher tablet would be appreciated.

Lauren

12/08/2024

The location was ideal and you could walk to the high street very easily. The property looked like the photos shared on Airbnb. Spacious property and comfortable. Was nice to have a small outside courtyard also. Would happily stay again & recommend to friends/family :)

Catriona

02/08/2024

Well equipped home, as described and pictured. Decently clean apart from stair and upstairs carpets that had crumbs and debris from previous occupants (this is a shame as the rest of the property was clean and well presented). Beds were extremely comfortable, linen nice, bedrooms not fussy with clutter. Alnwick town within a comfortable walking distance as is Lidl which was roughly a 6 min walk. On street parking seems plentiful enough, it can be trickier later on in the evening but surrounding streets offer more parking. Small amount of welcome washing up liquid and soap provided which is always nice. Overall a pleasant stay, thanks!

Gillian

30/07/2024

Great location for walking to the castle and gardens, and town centre.

Sam

27/07/2024

Super location! House was in a nice quiet area, very handy for shops, town and local sites. Plenty to see and do. In particular, we liked the downstairs, as it had a lovely big kitchen which is great for those that love to cook or a nice big table if you’re just having a takeaway! Living room was great with a good quality, big TV (which can be quite hard to find in an Airbnb). Upstairs was ok, but bathrooms could be better with more hanging areas for towels etc. Also the cabinet above the sink in the main bathroom made it hard to access the sink in an already small room. We also would have appreciated more storage in the double bedroom as it was very limited. Despite this, we enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend!!

Paul

18/07/2024

Had a lovely stay at Porter Cottage. Spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Short ten minute walk into Alnwick town centre with good choice of bars and restaurants, many of which are dog friendly. The castle is only a ten minute walk too. Great communication with host prior to and throughout our stay.Alnwick is a great base to explore the Northumberland coast.

Veronica

10/07/2024

Lovely place to stay, just perfect for a week away. Close to amenities and very clean.

Barbara

10/07/2024

Excellent Accommodation conveniently situated for the Northumberland coast. The cottage itself had everything you could need possibly need and the parking although on street was not a problem. Highly recommend.

George

30/06/2024

Lovely place to stay for a lovely weekend in Northumberland. Big house clean and kitchen well equipped. Would stay again!

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