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Apple Tree Lodge, Swarland

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Northumberland » Swarland
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

Apple Tree Lodge is a detached wooden lodge set in the grounds of Swarland Old Hall in rural Northumberland. This ground floor property offers distant sea views and sits within shared woodland and gardens. The location provides easy access to the A1 and sits just minutes from the village of Felton.

The surrounding area offers access to Northumberland's coastline and historic castles. Alnwick lies 6 miles away and Morpeth is 12 miles distant. The property sits in peaceful countryside with a shared play area featuring swings, slides and climbing frame.

The lodge sleeps 6 across three bedrooms. The ground floor king-size double has an en-suite shower room. The second double bedroom includes a walk-in en-suite shower room.

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About Apple Tree Lodge

Apple Tree Lodge is a detached wooden lodge set in the grounds of Swarland Old Hall in rural Northumberland. This ground floor property offers distant sea views and sits within shared woodland and gardens. The location provides easy access to the A1 and sits just minutes from the village of Felton.

The surrounding area offers access to Northumberland's coastline and historic castles. Alnwick lies 6 miles away and Morpeth is 12 miles distant. The property sits in peaceful countryside with a shared play area featuring swings, slides and climbing frame.

The lodge sleeps 6 across three bedrooms. The ground floor king-size double has an en-suite shower room. The second double bedroom includes a walk-in en-suite shower room. The twin bedroom shares the main bathroom with bath and overhead shower. The open plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchen with washer/dryer and dishwasher, plus a dining area and sitting space with gas fire.

Alnwick Castle (6 miles, 12 minutes) and Warkworth Castle (8 miles, 15 minutes) offer historic days out. Cragside House and Gardens (10 miles, 18 minutes) provides National Trust grounds to explore. Bamburgh Castle (18 miles, 28 minutes) sits on the dramatic coastline.

Apple Tree Lodge suits families and groups wanting to explore Northumberland's coast and countryside. The property offers three en-suite or private bathrooms and ample parking with lockable bike storage.

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Apple Tree Lodge Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Apple Tree Lodge during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Alnwick Castle
Distance: 6 miles
NE66 1NQ
Warkworth Castle
Distance: 8 miles
NE65 0UJ
Cragside House and Gardens
Distance: 10 miles
NE65 7PX
Brinkburn Priory
Distance: 4 miles
NE65 8AR
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 3DX
Thrunton Woods
Distance: 5 miles
NE65 7HL
Felton Village Stores
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 9NH
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 6 miles
NE66 1TN
Morpeth Market Town
Distance: 12 miles
NE61 1LZ
Nelson's Coffee Shop Felton
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 9EA
Alnmouth Beach
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 2RJ
Felton Art Gallery
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 9NH
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 6 miles
NE66 1NQ
Warkworth Castle
Distance: 8 miles
NE65 0UJ
Cragside House and Gardens
Distance: 10 miles
NE65 7PX
Brinkburn Priory
Distance: 4 miles
NE65 8AR
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 3DX
Thrunton Woods
Distance: 5 miles
NE65 7HL
Felton Village Stores
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 9NH
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 6 miles
NE66 1TN
Morpeth Market Town
Distance: 12 miles
NE61 1LZ
Nelson's Coffee Shop Felton
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 9EA
Alnmouth Beach
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 2RJ
Felton Art Gallery
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 9NH

Is Apple Tree Lodge Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The shared play area includes swings, slides and a climbing frame for outdoor fun. Large lawned gardens and woodland provide space for games and exploration. The ground floor layout makes supervision easy and three bathrooms reduce morning queues. Nearby beaches at Alnmouth and attractions like Alnwick Castle offer excellent family days out within short driving distances.
For Couples
This property works better for families or groups than couples due to its size and shared grounds setting. The peaceful countryside location and distant sea views provide a quiet retreat. However, the three-bedroom layout and family-oriented facilities mean smaller properties might suit couples better. The welcome pack and attentive hosts add personal touches.
Pet Friendly
One well-behaved dog is welcome at Apple Tree Lodge. The shared grounds and woodland provide excellent walking opportunities right from your door. Large lawned gardens give space for exercise and play. Lockable bike storage means you can bring equipment for longer countryside walks. The ground floor layout makes access easy for older dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Apple Tree Lodge

Nelson's Coffee Shop

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE65 9EA

The Plough Inn Alnwick

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 2NJ

Riverside Lodge Hotel Rothbury

Located 11 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Apple Tree Lodge

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Apple Tree Lodge does not have a hot tub. The property offers a private decked area with BBQ and furniture overlooking the countryside instead.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one well-behaved pet is welcome at Apple Tree Lodge. The property has shared grounds and woodland where dogs can enjoy walks and exercise.
How many people does Apple Tree Lodge sleep?
The lodge sleeps 6 people across three bedrooms: one ground floor king-size double, one double and one twin room. Two bedrooms have en-suite facilities and the third has access to the main bathroom.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen includes an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Guests consistently praise the well-stocked kitchen with ample crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils for self-catering.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, the lodge provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. There is also lockable bike storage available for guests bringing bicycles.
What is included in the welcome pack?
The owners provide a welcome pack containing bacon, eggs, milk, cakes and other essentials. This thoughtful touch helps guests settle in immediately upon arrival without needing to shop.
How far is Apple Tree Lodge from the beach?
The nearest coastal towns are a short drive away with Alnmouth beach approximately 8 miles distant. The Northumberland coastline offers multiple beaches within 15-20 minutes by car.
What heating system does the lodge have?
The property uses biomass central heating throughout with an additional gas fire in the living area. Guests report consistent comfortable temperatures regardless of outside weather conditions.

Apple Tree Lodge Reviews

Justine
We had a lovely week in Apple Tree Lodge. There were 3 adults, 1 child and 1 dog in our party and the accommodation worked really well for us. The lodge was very warm and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen and modern bathrooms. Coming from London, we liked the farm location and the owner, Mrs Procter, could not have been more helpful. Would definitely stay again. Many thanks!
Everything was good, including the weather! Not the most convenient of locations but everything else was perfect. The house was clean and spacious although Im not sure what it would be like for six. Great for us though. Enjoyed the whole week, thank you!
An absolutely beautiful property with all the amenities required for a pleasant stay clean, comfortable and perfectly situated for exploring the Northumberland Coastline thoughtful touches such as bacon, eggs, milk and cakes upon arrival added to the welcoming atmosphere of the lodge, the photos don't do it justice! We thoroughly enjoyed our week and would definitely recommend this property Lorna and Mark
Sometimes when you book these stays its a bit hit and miss if the pictures are accurate. This was such a lucky find. So nice and peaceful.Mrs Proctor was so welcoming and accommodating. Had all the amenities we needed. Close enough to all the beaches and castles and a lovely cafe down the Road called Nelsons. I will definitely be back here soon.
Adrian
Lovely property with extremely welcoming owners. Welcome pack provided with good variety of helpful items. Clear instructions for the wifi, for those that wish to use it. Clear instructions on what is requested from guests upon departure. Inaccurate listing within the Sykes property details tea towels were provided. Overall a very comfortable property in a quiet location, with a lovely view. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic facilities in a lovely peaceful setting. Came up for a golfing holiday, very lucky to have had great weather all week. Hopefully see you again
Lesley
Beautiful Lodge, in the peaceful Northumberland countryside, with easy access to the A1. The kitchen was well equipped and the owner left an amazing welcome pack. Bedrooms were large with comfortable beds.
Stephen
Beautiful lodge in a lovely setting, so quiet and peaceful. The lodge was beautifully clean and had all the facilities and extra items to make it home from home. The owner, Mrs Proctor, is really friendly and approachable if you should need any information or assistance. The welcome pack of provisions was a lovely thought and very much appreciated.
Apple tree lodge was a very well equipped and comfortable accommodation for our family in beautiful surroundings
Lovely stay in a wonderful setting. Very large lodge and peaceful and quiet. Fantastic views and great location. Lovely hosts who made us feel very welcome.
Apple Tree Lodge was perfect for our multigenerational needs. The consistent internal temperatures were unaffected by the fluctuating outside temperatures that occur in late autumn. Everything worked fine as we were able to access the instruction manuals. We loved the quietness, the amazing thick curtains, the dark skies, and the views. We all slept like logs. Thank you too for the thoughtful complimentary items, they were well received. We loved our stay so much the consensus was we would have liked to bring the lodge home with us.
Lovely property and hosts ! Ideally situated for visiting coast and sights will definitley be returning.
Andrea
Very relaxing hoilday , excellent accommodation would say you definitely need your own transport. Good area to explore overall excellent big thankyou to owners .
Robart
Everything about this property was excellent The owners Mr and Mrs Proctor and their son Andrew could not do enough for us to make our stay more memorable The welcome pack on our arrival was such a nice thought Three generations of our family stayed the week and we all throughly enjoyed it especially the tour round the farm. The family plan is definitely to go back again!
Rowena
An excellent stay in Apple Tree Lodge. Everything about the lodge is very good, facilities, cleanliness and location. Extremely helpful owners and a lovely welcome pack. We all loved our stay and will be back to further explore this beautiful area. Thank you
Glenda
This is a lovely lodge in a beautiful position. The owners left a super welcome pack with all the essentials needed and treats too This part of Northumberland is such a beautiful, historic and interesting area and will need to return to experience it all Hope to return
We had a really lovely week in Apple tree lodge, very comfortable, clean and welcoming very nice welcoming goodie pack, thank you. The owners were very friendly, welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. We would definitely recommend this beautiful cottage. We even had deer and pheasants in the garden.
Lovely quiet and warm place for a family get together. Diane was ever so helpful and the welcome items were a delight. Handy for all of Northumberland and a place we would gladly return to.
Lodge exceeded our expectations, excellent in every respect! Extra welcome package was delicious. Lovely owners and accommodation and great location for exploring Northumberland. The coast is a hidden gem and we particularly enjoyed Northumberland Zoo, Nelsons in the Park, Alnwick Gardens, Northumberland Arms etc etc! We will be back. Thank you to our hosts!
Andrew
Apple Tree Lodge, such a beautiful place to stay in. The owners are so friendly, really nice people, nothing is too much trouble, they go out of their way for you. The lodge, wow, stunning. So clean, decorated to the highest standards and the furnishings are of the same quality. Views are beautiful with lovely garden area. Patio with outside table and chairs plus a BBQ. Book yourselves in, you will not be disappointed. Andrew Scott
Very clean and comfortable lodge. Nice welcome pack. Lovely and quiet with good countryside views.
Lesley
Wonderful! Lovely and peaceful surroundings. Luxurious property, very well equipped and very clean. For those who can't cope with stairs, the downstairs bedroom & ensuite are perfect and with a wonderful shower. The owners are very warm, friendly & approachable and extremely helpful. If we ever holiday in that area again we would have no hesitation in booking again.
Terence
Absolutely beautiful Lodge in beautiful surroundings. Owners very generous, answered any questions made them selves available if needed and left a lovely welcome pack. The lodge is a good point to explore Northumberland , so quiet and beautiful night sky's. The lodge itself is very well equipped we didn't want for anything. Will definatley return to Appletree Lodge .
Elizebeth
A comfortable lodge which is perfectly located for seeing Northumberlands many attractions. Welcoming and friendly hosts. Highly recommend
Karina
Extremely clean and comfortable. Great location to easily get about by car to local attractions and the local shop. Slept amazing! Very comfortable beds and fantastic water pressure in the shower. Would highly recommend.
We booked this cottage as my older Uncle and Aunt wanted to see Northumberland and it is ideally placed to visit many locations. What a great find. The lodge was perfect. Can easily sleep 6 adults and has 2 shower rooms and a bathroom. So comfortable and well equipped. Dianne is an absolute darling and ensures everything is as she would want it. Unlike many self catered properties she supplied us with milk, bacon, orange juice, fruit bread, tea and coffee along with the more practical tea towels, cloths, dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid. Wifi was good too so no worries if your phone signal isn't great in that area. To top it off we had the most gorgeous pair of twin lambs to entertain us each day. The 4 of them escaped their Mum's a few times and played in front of the lodge. Dianne also sent her husband over to dig me some wild garlic for my garden. They honestly couldn't do enough for us. Would highly recommend and hope to go back.
Apple Tree Lodge was very comfortable in all ways and excellently fitted out with everything that you would need for an enjoyable stay, particularly in the kitchen where there is ample cutlery, crockery and utensils. Nothing is worse than having to run the dishwasher every day. There is more than enough outdoor space for pets to run free, especially, I imagine in the summer months, are stay was over Christmas. All in all a very enjoyable stay.
Stuart Henry
Wonderful stay in a wellpositioned lodge. Clean, modern, quiet and stressfree stay well within reach of the coastal towns nearby. Welcome pack on arrival with plenty of goodies. Highly recommended
Wow what a place! ! We have just returned from the best week at Apple Tree Lodge. The lodge is in a perfect, central location to visit the beaches and castles northumberland has to offer. The lodge has a huge garden, fabulous for the kids to play on! Inside it is spacious, clean and homely. We arrived to bacon, sausage, eggs, bread, milk and wine which was a lovely, thoughtful touch. We were lucky to stay next to a family who had been visiting the lodges for 9 years in a row who gave us some great recommendations to visit in the area. A great place to visit with the family.
Anonymous
The property is in a beautiful location away from any hustle and bustle but is in a great location for exploring Northumberland. We had a fantastic family holiday. The facilities are simply perfect.
Lovely property in a beautiful location, very well equipped. The owners are nearby and nothing is too much trouble. Definitely highly recommended.
We had a wonderful week at Apple Tree Lodge. Wonderful surroundings and a great base for exploring Northumberland. The lodge was spotless and the owners were very friendly. The farmer let our children feed the lambs with milk which they loved! If youre looking for a beautiful and peaceful stay not too far from amenities then Apple Tree Lodge is perfect!
Alexis
An outstanding property in a relaxing and immaculate farm setting and a wonderful area with so much to see and do. Lovely welcoming friendly owners. We would highly recommend this property to anyone thinking about getaway in this area.
Beautiful location and totally relaxed week.
Carole
We booked this lodge last minute for a few days break. The lodge was perfect. The owner, Mrs Proctor had done everything to make our stay comfortable and safe with the added touch of milk, tinned biscuits, wine and cake. The lodge is close to places to visit and a lovely pub in Felton. Lots of walks to go on. We will certainly be going back. Thank you
Maureen
The cottage and location were excellent,very clean and tidy and everything worked as it should do. Apart from the lock in the main bathroom which had to have a good slam to make it shut.l know l should have mentioned it to Mrs Proctor but we didn't get the opportunity. Other than that everything else was great and we look forward to going back next year.
There are so many things to love about this property. Spotlessly clean with crisp white bed linen, fluffy towels, top quality furnishings and every home comfort thought of such as fresh milk, wine and a fruit cake awaiting when we arrived. Friendly helpful owners, and what a setting the really well kept grounds perfect for sitting out on the decking and peacefully enjoying the Northumberland countryside.
Nicola
Our arrival at Apple Tree Lodge couldn't have been nicer. The Procters were very friendly and the welcome pack was lovely. The accommodation and grounds were immaculate and stunning. Absolutley all our needs and more were catered for, you truly have thought of everything. Thank you so much for our stay there we would highly recommend it!!
Lovely lodge with better than expected furnishings etc. My grandchildren really enjoyed the small play area.
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