About Briar Cottage

Briar Cottage is a cosy one-bedroom retreat in Edlingham, Northumberland. This traditional cottage sleeps two guests and sits just 4.5 miles from Rothbury. The property features an open fire and woodburner for cold evenings. The owners live nearby and provide a warm welcome.

Edlingham dates back to the 8th century. The village offers access to Northumberland National Park and Thrunton Wood. You're 7.5 miles from Alnwick and 15.5 miles from the coast at Amble. The countryside here is peaceful and historic.

The double bedroom has a solid bed with a comfortable mattress, dressing table and bedside tables. The bathroom includes a bath with rainfall shower over. The kitchen comes with a Rangemaster cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. The open-plan sitting area has a woodburner, TV with Freeview and books and games. Off-road parking is available.

Alnwick Castle (7.5 miles, 15 minutes) featured in Harry Potter films. Cragside House (8 miles, 20 minutes) was the first house lit by hydroelectricity. Edlingham Castle ruins sit nearby. Rothbury town (4.5 miles, 10 minutes) has shops and pubs.

Briar Cottage suits couples wanting a quiet Northumberland base. Perfect for exploring castles, walking and coastal trips.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with woodburner
✓2 x electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, tv with freeview, selection of books, games and dvds
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off road parking
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop and pub 4 miles
✓Please note the property is located close to an 'a' road and some associated noise may be heard
✓Note: the charging of electric cars is not permissible at the property

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Briar Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Briar Cottage 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: 7.5 miles

NE66 1NQ

Cragside House

Distance: 8 miles

NE65 7PX

Edlingham Castle

Distance: 0.5 miles

NE66 2BJ

Thrunton Wood

Distance: 3 miles

NE65 7NP

Northumberland National Park

Distance: 5 miles

NE65 7AP

Rothbury Riverside Walk

Distance: 4.5 miles

NE65 7TZ

Rothbury Town Centre

Distance: 4.5 miles

NE65 7TZ

Alnwick Town Centre

Distance: 7.5 miles

NE66 1TU

Amble Harbour Village

Distance: 15.5 miles

NE65 0DX

Alnmouth Village

Distance: 14 miles

NE66 2RJ

Rothbury

Distance: 4.5 miles

NE65 7TZ

Amble

Distance: 15.5 miles

NE65 0AA

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 7.5 miles

NE66 1NQ

Cragside House

Distance: 8 miles

NE65 7PX

Edlingham Castle

Distance: 0.5 miles

NE66 2BJ

Thrunton Wood

Distance: 3 miles

NE65 7NP

Northumberland National Park

Distance: 5 miles

NE65 7AP

Rothbury Riverside Walk

Distance: 4.5 miles

NE65 7TZ

Rothbury Town Centre

Distance: 4.5 miles

NE65 7TZ

Alnwick Town Centre

Distance: 7.5 miles

NE66 1TU

Amble Harbour Village

Distance: 15.5 miles

NE65 0DX

Alnmouth Village

Distance: 14 miles

NE66 2RJ

Rothbury

Distance: 4.5 miles

NE65 7TZ

Amble

Distance: 15.5 miles

NE65 0AA

Is Briar Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Briar Cottage is not suitable for children as it's designed specifically for couples. The property sleeps only two people in one double bedroom with no additional sleeping arrangements. The cottage has an open fire and woodburner which require supervision. The peaceful adult-focused atmosphere makes this better suited to romantic breaks rather than family holidays.

For Couples

Perfect for romantic breaks with its cosy woodburner and open fire creating intimate evenings. The double bedroom offers privacy and comfort for two. The Rangemaster cooker lets you prepare special meals together. The peaceful Northumberland countryside provides total escape from daily life. You're close to Alnwick Castle for romantic walks and historic coastal villages for seaside strolls.

Pet Friendly

Briar Cottage does not accept pets. The property has a strict no pets policy for all guests staying at the cottage. If you're travelling with a dog or other animals you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Edlingham area. The owners maintain this policy to keep the cottage suitable for guests with allergies.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Briar Cottage

The Anglers Arms

Located 4.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE65 7TL

Tomlinson's Cafe & Bunkhouse

Located 4.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE65 7TL

The Treehouse Restaurant

Located 7.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1YU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Briar Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Briar Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property does have a woodburner and open fire for cosy evenings instead.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at Briar Cottage. The property has a strict no pets policy for all guests.

How many people does Briar Cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps two people in one double bedroom. It's designed specifically for couples wanting a romantic countryside break.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen has a Rangemaster cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. All the equipment you need for self-catering is provided in the well-equipped kitchen.

Is there WiFi at the property?

No, there is no WiFi available at Briar Cottage. This makes it perfect for a digital detox and properly switching off from daily life.

What heating does the cottage have?

The property has gas central heating throughout. There's also a woodburner in the sitting area and an open fire for extra warmth.

How far is Briar Cottage from the coast?

Amble beach is 15.5 miles away from the cottage. The coastal town makes a great day trip with its harbour and seafood restaurants.

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, off-road parking is provided at Briar Cottage. There's convenient space right at the property for your vehicle throughout your stay.

Briar Cottage Reviews

We had a very comfortable stay in Briar Cottage. Ideally situated for Alnwick, Rothbury Holy Island and beyond. Debra is a perfect host and happy to tell you about her rate breeds of animals. We were welcomed with a delicious cake and a bottle of milk. Eggs are also available. Hope to return in the future.

Trevor

The property was delightful, cosy and well organised with the minimum of clutter. All you need is there. Tastefully fitted out. Although situated at a busy crossroad, traffic noise was not a problem, and barely noticed. The cake was much appreciated, a nice touch after a long journey. Just one small thing, a hand grab would be a great help in getting in and out of the bathshower. The bed was also very comfortable '

Deborah

Wonderful little cottage. Everything you should need was there. Easy parking too which is an added bonus. Owner was lovely too. She left us a homemade cake which was so lovely and went down very well.

Tracey

Debra the owner was very helpful and contacted me via text explaining parking etc. When we arrived she had baked a cake and put milk in the fridge this was very thoughtful. The cottage was clean, cosy and had everything we needed. Loved the surrounding areas and went for several trips eg. Cragside, Alnwick, Morpeth etc.. Would recommend to anyone looking for a quiet retreat with no distractions .

Tamsin

We loved our stay at Briar Cottage. The Cottage was lovely and cosy, even in the winter with snow outside. It was quiet and we didnt notice any noise from the road outside. A wellequipped kitchen we were able to do cooker breakfast and beef bourginon without any difficulty. The wood burner was a welcome addition and we used it every night. A lovely country retreat. It was a great place to explore Northumbria from we had day trips up to Lindisfarne and down to Durham. Were already planning to return in the SpringSummer, to see some of the sites that were closed over winter. The cottage is just a short drive from lovely Alnwick, which has some lovely restaurants, a great little market and a fantastic second hand bookshop. One point of feedback was that the cottage was still a little chilly when we arrived it took a little while to warm up from cold, but that was to be expected considering the snow on the ground! Our lovely host Debra had baked us a Victoria Sponge and put the heating on early which was a wonderful welcome to Northumbria. Thank you well definitely be back again soon!

This is an amazing place to stay and will be coming back it's that good 10 out of 10

Cosy cottage, with good accessibility suitable for two people with plenty room. Shower over bath, could do with a non slip mat for shower. I would recommend this cottage and would definitely book it again.

Bernadette

Briar is a well situated comfortable quiet cottage. The owners are very friendly but not intrusive. We had a lovely three day break and would happily return.

Excellent property and very friendly, helpful owner.

Our stay was fantastic, the host was so kind and very knowledgeable of the local area thank you! The cottage was so clean and is located close to all amenities but still peaceful, I couldnt recommend this enough we will be coming back!

We enjoyed our visit to Briar Cottage. Debra was very welcoming and friendly and even went to the trouble of baking us a delicious cake. The cottage was comfortable and clean with a very impressive Rangemaster cooker that was a delight to cook meals with. The logfire burner made it warm and cosy in the evening. The bedroom was pretty with a good solid bed and comfortable mattress. And the bathroom was spacious with a very good shower. The location was ideal for us as we were near to Cragside, Wallington House anf Alnwick. Debra also showed us her lovely goats, cows and hens. Would certainly visit again.

Philip

We had a lovely few days at Briar Cottage. Everything was up to a very high standard and it was in a central area for visiting places in Northumberland.The owner was very pleasant and helpful.The homemade cake was lovely. This is a well equipped cottage I would recommend to anyone and a place we would be happy to use for a holiday again.

From the moment we arrived at Briar Cottage Debra made us so welcome Everything ... From the moment we arrived at Briar Cottage Debra made us so welcome Everything was available and even a bottle of milk and a delicious homemade cake was welcoming us on arrival A beautiful location amongst the sheep lambs goats cows hens and Kes the whippet Ideal for visiting Northumbria which is such a beautiful part of the UK If you want a cosy cottage for a couples break away look no further Pete and Mandy

We had a lovely week in this cosy cottage and felt very relaxed and happy there. The cottage was spotless and the owner Debra couldnt have been more accommodating. Thank you.

The cottage was. Clean cosy and comfy, and perfectly located for exploring Northumberland. Would definitely recommend and will likely book again

Catherine

Cottage was cosy and warm, comfy bed, could do with a bigger duvet, we are both cover hogs and there wasn't enough to keep us both warm. Would highly recommend as a base for exploring the east coast

This cottage is a lovely place to stay. It was everything we could have expected and more. There there was a lovely welcoming homemade cake, coffee milk etc awaiting us on our arrival . The host is such a lovely person who makes every effort to make sure you are comfortable and happy with everything and even has time for a chat.

Steven

We found the cottage perfect for our needs. It was a great location to tour Northumberland as long as you liked a rural location. Clean well fitted out and perfect as a base for a couple. A lovely warm welcome and an owner who respected your space but was helpful and considerate at all times.

Andrew

Lovely cottage, lovely owner, lovely region. Our second visit and not likely to be our last.

Excellent cottage, everything you need for a relaxing stay. Cleanliness second to none.

Warm welcome. Comfortable, well equipped cottage. Great location for accessing day trips out to countryside or other attractions. We hope to stay here again as we had a really enjoyable stay.

Carolyn

A nice cottage and a lovely welcome of home made cake and honey plus milk. The sofa was of a decent quality and the bed was comfy. A couple of firmer pillows could be left as an option as the pillows were very squishy. A couple of suggestions would be a crib sheet of how to use appliances,work heating, and bin use and to check crockery as I had dirty cups with lipstick on them. I did not pick up the fact there was no WiFi so had a surprise. Overall a decent cottage with lovely owners .

Great peoplegreat locationgreat cottage overall excellant holiday

Andrea

We really enjoyed our short stay at Briar Cottage, a great location for exploring beautiful Northumberland. We had a warm welcome with milk in the fridge and homemade goodies waiting on the table when we arrived. The cottage was clean and cosy and thoughtfully equipped with everything we wanted. Thanks so much for a really relaxing and special mini holiday.

Perfect location in the middle of everything. Cottage had all we required, and nothing we didn't. Log burner and the logs were a great bonus on cold early Spring evenings. The homemade cake, homeproduced honey and bottle of milk we lovely welcome touches. Our second visit to the cottages here. That should speak for itself.

A cosy, well equipped and comfortable cottage in the ideal location to explore Northumberland. Perfect cottage for a couple. A friendly and extremely helpful owner, Debra, who made us very welcome. The location is great because there are so many walks, beaches, castles, towns and other places to explore without driving too far. Great choice of places to eat out as well.

Rachael

A lovely, comfy cottage in a perfect location for exploring the local area. Debra was very welcoming and super helpful when we forgot a bit of kit we needed to make dinner on the 1st night of our stay! The welcome gifts of cake and honey where also a lovely treat. We hope to visit again and highly recommend!

Lorraine

A lovely cottage. Spotless and cosy with the benefit of a delicious cake to welcome us. It is in a great location, was very peaceful and the owner was very friendly. I would recommend taking bath towels as the ones supplied were tiny and quite abrasive. We went out and bought some. Highly recommended cottage, wed love to come back.

Gordon

Debra was a very welcoming and helpful host. Welcome gifts were much apprencuated as was the very kind offer of an additional nights stay when storms made onward travel difficult. Warm cosy and comfortable property in location that is ideal for visits to attractions and for hiking opportunities.

Lauren

We had a fantastic stay at Briar Cottage and couldn't fault it one bit. The kitchen was very well equipped and the bathroom and bedroom were very comfortable. The cottage was perfectly located to explore many areas of Northumberland and we were made to feel very welcome by Debra, the owner. We'd love to return one day.

Lovely cottage perfectly located for so many attractions. Clean, comfortable and cosy. So much to do and see in the stunning Northumberland countryside all so accessible. My wife and I had a wonderful week and certainly hope to return.

Andrew

A cosy cottage ideally placed for exploring the area. Very friendly and welcoming owner. Road noise is not an issue as there is triple glazing. Would definitely recommend.

Richard

Lovely holiday cottage, well placed for exploring Northumberland. Warm welcome from the owner.

We were very well looked after by Debra who made us vry welcome on arrival, and attended to our every request throughout. Lovely cottage

Melanie

Little gem, Brierley gives you everything it's well equipped and thought out, cosy cottageness at its best. It's location is perfect for so many of the best sights Northumberland has to offer and Debra adds those special touches like the cake, flowers and provisions. If you don't fancy going out it's a lovely place to put your feet up, get the fire going and relax. Didn't want to leave!

This was a wonderful find in a great position for walking and close to all the local sights. The cottage was cosy and immaculate with all facilities. The owner was lovely making our stay easy and enjoyable. A homemade cake as a welcome and fresh eggs.

Perfect location for exploring the area. The cottage was cosy and comfortable. The owners were on hand if needed and the logs and cake was much appreciated.

Jacqueline

We loved everything about the cottage. It is ideally situated for visiting beautiful Northumberland. We enjoyed many fabulous walks. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean and had everything you could wish for to enjoy a memorable stay. The owners were exceptionally friendly and made us feel very welcome. We are booking another week in 2024.

Harriet

Lovely cottage, amazing cake, such nice people and awesome animals. One small thing that would make it even better is a new mattress.

Barbara

This is a lovely, warm, comfortable well equipped little cottage. The owners are very friendly and helpful and even provide treats e.g.milk, eggs fresh flowers and homemade cake on arrival. We have stayed there twice and hope to return in 2023.

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