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A spacious one-bedroom apartment located right in the centre of Alnwick, Ceylon is perfect for a couple's retreat. This delightful second floor apartment located in a 500-year-old Grade II listed former Tea Warehouse is decorated to a high standard with a neutral colour palette and homely interiors, plus views of Alnwick Castle. Sleeping two guests, Ceylon is the perfect place to rest after a day exploring Alnwick and beautiful Northumberland.
The Space
Light floods the kitchen, living and dining area from the window which showcases views of the bustling Alnwick town centre down below. The perfect place to unwind, you can relax on the sofa and watch the flat screen Freeview TV or enjoy a hearty meal at the breakfast bar style table. Exposed oak beams add plenty of character to the place.
Ultra stylish, the kitchen features modern hardware and all the appliances you need. With everything you could need to prepare meals easily, you can really make the most of your self-catering stay.
With a neutral colour scheme mixed in with soft shades of light mauve on the rear wall and green in the soft furnishings, the bedroom is a tranquil space. A double bed, drawers, wall-mounted shelf and a wall mirror complete the space.
The ensuite bathroom includes a walk-in shower, WC and wash basin for your convenience.
Neighborhood
With cobbled streets lined with independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, the market town of Alnwick has charisma and personality in abundance. If you’re a keen reader, head to the old railway station and you’ll find one of the UK’s largest second-hand bookshops. As night falls, venture to one of the lively inns to enjoy live music.
Alnwick also has some of the country’s top attractions including Alnwick Castle, which was the location for the famous Harry Potter film franchise. Discover a realm of adventure by taking on the Dragon Quest or complete broomstick training in the very spot where Harry Potter had his first flying lesson. Head to the Artisan Courtyard to have fun dressing up in medieval costumes and get a feel for 14th century life. You can also explore The Alnwick Garden where you’ll find 12 acres of magnificent gardens and the world’s largest treehouse restaurant.
Getting Around
The closest train station is Alnmouth, which is just a short drive from Alnwick so local towns in Northumberland can easily be reached via rail, including locations further afield including Edinburgh, Newcastle and London.
There are a number of bus stops throughout Alnwick. Hop on the X20 which takes you through to Newcastle with stops in beautiful areas of Northumberland like Alnmouth and Amble. The X18 route travels between Newcastle and Berwick-upon-Tweed with stops in Morpeth, Amble and Seahouses.
The nearest airport is Newcastle International, 34 miles away from Alnwick.
Guests have access to the full apartment. The keys to Ceylon are accessed via a key safe box, and full details are provided prior to check in.
A parking disc is provided, allowing for free on-street parking around Alnwick.
One well-behaved dog is welcome to stay at Ceylon per reservation.
Please note that the building is 500 years old and therefore the single-glazed windows cannot be updated.
Check-in: 16:00
Checkout: 10:00
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