Nestled in the heart of Alnwick, Puddleduck Cottage offers a serene retreat for couples and small families. The delightful patio garden backs onto the original town walls, providing a charming setting to unwind amidst local amenities like Alnwick Playhouse and Barter Books. Enjoy Free Wi-Fi, explore nearby attractions such as Alnwick Castle and Gardens or indulge at The Tree House Restaurant.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Fireplace
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Original Stone Cottage Close To Beaches and Countryside
High quality period stone cottage in central Alnwick perfect for couples and small families. The cottage has a delightful patio garden which backs onto the original town walls. We make every effort for you to enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay. Puddleduck cottage has all the local amenities nearby. These include the Alnwick Playhouse. The famous Barter Books, (one of the largest secondhand bookshops in the country, situated in the fascinating old railway station) is just a few minutes walk away and is great for spending a couple of hours reading and enjoying a cup of tea and cake around an open fire. The cottage is located between the Heritage coast and Cheviot hills. Alnwick Castle and Gardens are just a few minutes walk away. The tree house restaurant in Alnwick Gardens is highly recommended (Need to book for evening). Free Wi-Fi is included. Pets not accepted. Please call me direct on 07751 779304 or 0113 2671777 if you would like more information. short breaks.(3 nights minimum stay) Janet & Neil Ashworth
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge)
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Alnwick, this cottage is near the beach. Alnwick Castle and Bailiffgate Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Alnwick Playhouse and Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden. Traveling with kids? Consider Willowburn Sports and Leisure Centre and Aln Valley Railway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Alnwick travel guide
Is Charming Original Stone Cottage Close To Beaches and Countryside pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Original Stone Cottage Close To Beaches and Countryside?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Original Stone Cottage Close To Beaches and Countryside?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Original Stone Cottage Close To Beaches and Countryside located?
This family-friendly Alnwick cottage is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Alnwick Playhouse and Alnwick Castle. Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden and Barter Books are also within 10 minutes.
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Charming Original Stone Cottage Close To Beaches and Countryside Reviews
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This cottage fits the image generated by its name. Comfortable, clean and nestled into the old walls of the town adjacent to the old bar entrance to the town
Modern appliances are efficient and plentiful.
Loved our stay!!!!
Perfect location - 10 mins either way and you have everything you'll need
Bathroom has bath and shower. A must for me
The cottage had little touches like DVDs, games, charging points for phones/tablets
The owner was very reachable
Information pack was useful
Infact couldn't fault anything about it
Ideal spot to visit Alnwick and surrounds.
Three good restaurants within 100yards also pub very close.
Although no parking at door, we had no problems with free parking within 100 yards.
Cottage had everything we needed and comfy beds.
Cute little terraced cottage, immaculately clean and with a thoughtful gift of wine and biscuits. The small kitchen makes the best of an awkward layout. A few suggestions - a small double bed instead of a single in the smaller bedroom, an upgraded bathroom esp. the shower and recycling instructions.
Beautiful cottage and so handy for town centre. Tried most of pubs, warm welcome everywhere. Lots of homely touches to make it special, pictures, ducks, cosy throws, comfy bed. Even in early March, ok now and again to sit in outside courtyard area, well looked after property. Loved our 3 days, will come back soon. Xxx
Lovely cottage everything clean and tidy. Excellent location only a couple of minutes walk to centre and castle. Had lovely weekend and would definitely go again
Mark W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good
Susan S.
16 September 2018
Beautiful cottage in a great location - well equipped and comfortable.
Relaxing with great places close by to explore- we love walking and the scenery was stunning
Comfortable. homely, relaxing stay at Puddleduck Cottage
We loved the cottage - immaculately clean and comfortable with a neat backyard we sat in when sunny. And just round the corner from the shops and places to eat. Also within easy walking distance of Alnwick Castle and Gardens and within a short driving distance of the coast. it was ideal for us.
Lovely cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Very convenient for all the amenities and attractions of Alnwick, and also for exploring further afield.
We really liked the cottage and the way we could just walk into town. It was a perfect spot for access to the wedding we attended in Alnwick Gardens. We found the beds comfortable and the house was spotless. We would love to return again one day.
Puddleduck Cottage was clean, comfortable and welcoming, with everything we needed for our week in Alnwick. Close to shops, bars and restaurants with free long stay parking nearby. Just a few minutes walk from Alnwick Castle and gardens. Easy to get onto routes to the coast and National Park. Ideal for our first trip to Northumberland.
We know where to stay if we get to travel so far north again.
Christine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
richard a.
30 October 2018
Cosy but spacious cottage in perfect location
A perfect holiday cottage in the centre of Alnwick. Close to all the best pubs and restaurants and within a few hundred yards of the castle and gardens.
The spacious sitting/dining room is warm and comfortable and like the bedrooms and bathroom is pleasantly furnished. All-in-all probably the best cottage we've stayed in. Fresh flowers on arrival and a welcome basket of wine and essentials were a very nice gesture as well.
The cottage is lovely. It was well equipped and very clean and comfortable. There was a generosity about the place - from the welcome basket to the basics left in the kitchen (tea, coffee, salt and pepper, washing up liquid etc). It is a few minutes from everything - playhouse, castle and gardens, restaurants. Best restaurant for us was Lilburns in Alnwick- book as soon as you can.
A fully equipped lovely cottage with a super comfortable bed and a pretty cute outdoor patio area..
We had a lovely stay in this perfectly positioned cottage with nearby free parking
A most useful Welcome Pack on arrival with the essentials ::-)
The cottage is close to the road so there is some traffic noise at times but that's what we were expecting.
We would happily stay here again - Thank you
We were delighted with our choice of property. It was full of character, clean, comfortable and had a well kitted out kitchen. The patio area is very private and we ate a few breakfasts outside. Car parking was very easy as we managed to park for free in the street opposite most of the time. There is also a free public car park just around the corner. The location of the cottage is perfect with the Market Square, foodie pubs, Alnwick Castle, The Alnwick Garden and the Playhouse just a quick walk away. Alnwick itself is well situated for quick access to both the coastal towns and the National Park. We had a great stay and highly recommend.
Andy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Marko jokic
11 May 2015
Beautiful cottage
We had a fantastic family holiday in this beautiful cottage. Probably one of the nicest cottages we have stayed in. It is warm, cosy and beautifully maintained. Janet and Neil have thought of every little detail and provided everything to a very high standard.
There were some welcoming goodies for us on our arrival and also some fresh flowers. What a lovely touch.
The cottage is in an excellent location, literally 30 seconds walk from Alnwick castle and a short car ride to some beautiful beaches. We loved it.