Enjoying a secluded setting hidden away in a tranquil part of Alnmouth in Northumberland, The Old Watchtower is a simply superb, Grade II listed building which offers unique and quirky accommodation, just perfect for a romantic holiday for two. The living accommodation is located on the first-floor, which offers captivating views over the Aln Estuary. Here, there is an attractive seating area with original features such as a traditional fireplace and picture windows, helping to create a warm and inviting ambience. The attractive fully fitted kitchen has everything needed to create delicious food for your loved one and the adjoining dining area is all set up next to the picture windows offering breath-taking vistas, the perfect spot for enjoying long, lazy meals together while soaking up the views. A gorgeous spiral staircase winds downstairs to where the master bedroom awaits which comes complete with a sumptuous double bed and feature floor-to-ceiling windows. You can imagine sitting in bed and being able to admire the sublime views just outside the windows; this is what holidays are made of. In the morning, there is nowhere nicer to wake up and after a rejuvenating shower and a quick coffee on the delightful patio area, you're ready to get out and about exploring. The idyllic village of Alnmouth is on the doorstep which boasts miles of sandy beaches just waiting to be discovered as well as a good selection of shops and eateries and a golf course. Jump in the car for a short but scenic drive to Alnwick, famous for its castle and gardens, with attractions a little further afield including Dunstanburgh Castle, Howick Hall and Gardens, Northumberland Country Zoo, Farne Islands and Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre. Activities worth having a go at while you're here include golf at Alnmouth Golf Club, horse-riding at Slate Hall Riding Centre, surfing at Bamburgh Castle Beach and sailing at Beadnell Sailing Club. Offering unique and beautifully presented accommodation, The Old Watchtower promises a romantic holiday to remember for a lifetime.
Situated just 4 miles east of Alnwick, Alnmouth is a charming resort popular with golfers and those seeking a peaceful holiday. The village lies on a narrow spit of land between the River Aln and the North Sea and was originally the port for Alnwick. Nowadays the area has returned to its unspoilt origins and offers a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as an excellent "links" golf course and some great rivers for fishing, as well as boasting miles and miles of splendid beaches and sand dunes to explore which afford stunning views of the North Sea. A short drive will bring you to Alnwick with its famous historic castle, The Alnwick Garden housing the Poison Garden which runs guided tours through dangerous botanicals and a variety of pubs and restaurants. Alnmouth is well situated for exploring Northumberland.
