Alnwick 7.6 miles. Resting in the idyllic hamlet of Eglingham near Alnwick in Northumberland, Sunflower Cottage offers a gorgeous rural retreat and yet is close to the amenities and attractions of Alnwick and the surrounding area. Ideal for a family holiday, the accommodation is traditional in style and promises guests a relaxing and rejuvenating stay. There are two rooms for chilling out and relaxing in which are ideal for either gathering together to enjoy socialising, or if you want to have some ‘me time’, to curl up with a good book. Both the sitting room and the snug have gorgeous woodburning stoves which make perfect focal points and are also great for taking the chill off in the cooler months. The country-style kitchen is a chef’s delight with a stunning range oven in the centre of the room and a rustic dining table inviting guests to pull up a chair, keep the chef company and look forward to long, leisurely meals together. If the weather allows, then why not spend some time alfresco? The gardens are a particular feature at Sunflower Cottage with lawns and a wonderful variety of blooms to admire as well as an orchard and a patio area, perfect for pulling up a chair and relaxing. When it’s time for bed, you can choose from three beautifully presented bedrooms which have been tastefully decorated and furnished to offer a calming and restful ambience. Choose from two king-sizes and a twin. In the morning after a refreshing shower in the stylish bathroom or en-suite shower room, grab a quick coffee on the patio and plan the day ahead. Sunflower Cottage is in the perfect setting for enjoying country life with beautiful walks and hikes on the doorstep rewarded by fantastic rural views and the town of Alnwick is nearby, which is dominated by its stunning castle and gardens which boasts Europe’s largest cascading water feature. The castle’s other claim to fame is that it was the setting for Hogwarts School as featured in the Harry Potter films. The town also has a good selection of shops and amenities as well as miles of beaches to explore. Nearby coastal towns worth visiting include Alnmouth, Seahouses, Warkworth and Beadnell with trips to Farne Islands popular where you can look out for unusual birds and even seals. Other attractions include Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland Country Zoo and Bailiffgate Museum and Gallery. Sunflower Cottage is a stunning rural getaway offering beautiful accommodation in sublime country surroundings.

The pretty village of Eglingham sits on a country road between Alnwick and Chillingham, and with its stone houses, lovely gardens, stream and wooded areas, it makes a lovely spot to visit. There is a fine Victorian church in the village, a large pub and also a good restaurant. The surroundings are ideal for those wishing to get away from it all – you may see the heron grace the Eglingham burn, or just relax and take in the views and incredibly wide skies of the area. Within easy reach are the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, the Farne Islands, the castles at Dunstanburgh, Warkworth, Chillingham and of course Alnwick, with its spectacular Garden next door.

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